Novelty ice cube trays are cool (forgive the pun). But a decent basic ice cube tray—the kind that doesn’t dribble, crack, or cling to the ice—can improve your daily life in a small but meaningful way.For a good ice cube tray that allows you to make plenty of ice without worrying about freezer burn, we recommend the OXO Good Grips Ice Cube...

If you’re not already invested in Android, an iPad is a better tablet in general than any current Android tablet, even for people who use Google’s apps and services. But Android tablets have improved significantly in recent years, and if you prefer Android to iOS, the best option is the Google Pixel Tablet. For $500, Google’s first tablet...

If you’re a Wirecutter devotee, you may have noticed that some of our picks have been the same for years. The Zojirushi Stainless Steel Mug, for example, has been a pick in our guide to the best travel mugs since at least 2020. Its only real flaw: It keeps your drinks too hot for too long.The Zojirushi mug has remained a pick all this...

If you give a kid their first phone, they’re going to ask for a social media app like TikTok.And when they download TikTok, they’ll see a funny video that reminds them of a friend.They’ll want to send a message to their friend, so they’ll likely ask to download another social media app like Snapchat.And so it goes. In the classic picture...

A good adjustable wrench can crank hex-shaped fasteners from the teeniest nut on a child’s toy to the bolts on your boiler. After testing 15 over the years, we’re sure the Channellock 8WCB WideAzz 8-Inch Adjustable Wrench is the best one for your home toolbox.Dismiss

Homemade ice cream may conjure memories of big messes and sore arms, with icy mouthfuls being your only reward. But a great ice cream maker can change that.We’ve tested 21 ice cream makers over the years, and our favorite is the Cuisinart ICE-21. With a bit of prep and practice, this machine is easy to use and to clean. And it churns out...