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Best Portable Induction Cooktops – Consumer Reports
CR assessed six portable induction cooktops, costing from about $60 to over $200. You can read our evaluations of the best and worst portable induction cooktops below. Five of these cooktops have only a single burner, while one has two burners. All use a standard two- or three-prong cord that plugs into a regular 110- or 120-volt outlet. They offer…
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Best Concentrated Cleaners – Consumer Reports
There’s a caveat: You’ll have to roll up your sleeves and play amateur chemist by diluting the cleaner with the exact amount of water needed for your particular cleaning job. For most of these cleaners, you’ll either need a set of reusable spray bottles and a few labels to keep everything organized or a large enough bucket to accommodate 1…
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4 Best Dishwashing Sponges – Consumer Reports
I don’t want to fight with my dishwashing tools; they should do their job without any fuss. We evaluated eight popular dish sponges, including options from Amazon, Scrub Daddy, and Skura Style to see which ones scrub and clean the best. The results showed that cult favorites may not perform as well as CleanTok insists they do—and that products with well-known…
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Best GPS Pet Trackers – Consumer Reports
Pet trackers are small devices that attach to your dog’s collar and, typically, use a combination of GPS and cellular signals to keep you apprised of your pet’s whereabouts in real time. If your dog goes missing—or if you just want to know where it is, whether it’s roaming your yard or in the company of another caregiver—you can use…
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Debunking Sunscreen Myths – Consumer Reports
Social media influencers are all about the supposed beauty benefits of beef tallow (aka, cow fat) for moisturizing skin. Some even claim that beef tallow is an option for those who want a sunscreen that doesn’t contain chemical active ingredients—joining a long list of other natural substances purported to safeguard your skin. “Coconut oil, olive oil, almond oil, and shea…
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Best Dog Toothbrushes – Consumer Reports
But our experts agreed: Brushing our pet’s teeth with a dog toothbrush is a non-negotiable grooming task. (Dental chews and toys won’t cut it.) And let’s be honest: Few of us are doing it enough. “It’s not a popular answer, but brushing your pet’s teeth daily is recommended,” says Sheena Davis, a licensed veterinary technician at BondVet. Even if you…
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Mockingbird 2.0 Stroller Review – Consumer Reports
The Mockingbird wasn’t for me, but it has some nice pluses. Let’s discuss: The recline: The Mockingbird seat lies all the way flat and, thus, with the company’s optional infant seat insert, is newborn-ready. The basket: It’s a hefty size and holds 25 pounds—enough for a good-sized grocery trip, including an 8-pack of La Croix. The phone pocket: I’m embarrassed…
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Best Strollers of 2025 – Consumer Reports
Two things are non-negotiable when it comes to strollers: They should be safe for the child and a breeze to use for the adult. In addition to that, the right stroller depends on the child’s age and development, your budget, and your lifestyle. So you’ll want to pick a stroller with features that address your needs. “There’s no one ‘best’…
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Most Fuel-Efficient SUVs – Consumer Reports
Overall mileage is calculated from equal portions of city and highway driving. SUVs are bought and tested with all-wheel drive. (Learn more about how Consumer Reports tests cars.) There are hybrid SUVs leading several key ratings categories, and as you’ll see below, the most fuel-efficient SUVs overall are hybrids. Each SUV featured here returned 35 mpg overall or better in…
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Most Fuel-Efficient Cars – Consumer Reports
Measuring fuel economy is one of more than 50 tests we conduct on each car we purchase. Our fuel-economy numbers are derived from a precision flow meter and are rounded to the nearest mile per gallon. CR’s overall mileage results are calculated based on equal portions of city and highway driving. This list starts with the most efficient car, and…
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