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Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects Kit (22 Treatments) — Staff PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $46

What we like: An at-home teeth-whitening solution used and loved by the Wirecutter staff. Low-tech, effective, and very affordable. No dentist visits required. Comes with 20 Professional Effects treatments and two 1-hour Express treatments.

Other things to know: Slower than professional treatments—results take several sessions over the course of a few weeks. Not as good as the typical Costco deals we see, but a good discount for those without a Costco membership.

Read more: Why We Love Crest 3D Whitestrips

Philips Sonicare 4100 Electric Toothbrush — Runner-UpBest Buy deal price: $30; street price: $45

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best electric toothbrush. Quieter than our top pick. Offers a quadrant-pacing timer and pressure sensor. Long-lasting rechargeable battery.

Other things to know: Some may dislike the back-and-forth vibrating motion. Replacement brush heads are typically a bit more expensive than those of our top pick.

Read more: The Best Electric Toothbrush

Fly By Jing By Jing Box — Top PickFly By Jing deal price: $62; street price: $100

What we like: One of our favorite gift baskets, the By Jing Box is a great for fans of heat and lovers of Sichuan spice. Includes a fiery lineup of condiments that are sure to add excitement and sophistication to any home-cooked meal (or takeout order).

Other things to know: Comes with Fly By Jing’s signature Sichuan Chili Crisp, Xtra Spicy Chili Crisp, sweet-and-spicy Zhong Sauce, super-versatile Chili Crisp Vinaigrette, legume-studded Chengdu Crunch, and Sichuan Gold chili oil. Use code WCBYJING, shipping is free.

Read more: Most Gift Baskets Are Terrible. These Are Great.

Eufy Indoor Cam C120 Security Camera — Top PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $38

What we like: Our top indoor security camera pick. Offers sharp image, four choices for video storage, and continuous recording. Can distinguish between motions and sounds. Costs less than other options with similar features.

Other things to know: Compatible with Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant. Delivers 2K images while viewing live or recording to a microSD card, but downgrades to 1080p when storing on NAS devices and in the cloud. Eufy has had security issues in the past.

Read more: The Best Indoor Security Camera

Amazon Basics Hex Key Allen Wrench Set with Ball End — Top PickAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $14

What we like: Our top pick for the best hex wrenches. Great case, long reach, and a ball end for getting into tight spots.

Other things to know: Includes full selection of metric and SAE sizes, 13 each. Ball end lets the wrench rotate a fastener at an angle—great for dealing with tricky little set screws on toilet-paper holders and towel bars.

Read more: The Best Hex Wrenches

Tomtoc Defender A42 Laptop Briefcase — Top PickAmazon deal price: $30; street price: $37

What we like: Our top pick for the best roomy laptop sleeve with a shoulder strap. Professional and protective, with thickly reinforced corners. Front pockets can hold loose items like pens and keys. Open rear compartment is great for thinner items, like documents or a portable keyboard.

Other things to know: Passed our water-resistance tests with flying colors. Bulkier than plain sleeves; meant to be used on its own rather than slipped into another bag. Runs tight, so you may want to size up. Deal price is for the 14-inch MacBook Pro size.

Read more: The Best Laptop Sleeves and MacBook Cases

Black+Decker Allure Professional Steam Iron D3030 — Top PickAmazon deal price: $36; street price: $45

What we like: Our top clothing iron pick is an extremely good and affordable iron. Creates strong whooshes of steam. Stainless steel plate glides smoothly across a variety of fabrics. Handle is comfortable to hold and use. Manufacturer offers a two-year warranty and great customer service.

Other things to know: Used to be our budget pick, but after performing so reliably for nearly a decade, we think it’s the best value for most people. Even though the heating element in our first test unit broke after about a year, we easily traded it in for a replacement, thanks to its two-year warranty.

Read more: The Best Clothing Iron

Eero 6 Wi-Fi Router — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $90

What we like: Our budget Wi-Fi router pick for smaller homes. Smoothly delivers solid internet performance even while several people are using it simultaneously. Easy to set up. Compact. Expandable with Eero extenders, Amazon Echo Dot speakers, or additional Eero routers.

Other things to know: Also our top mesh-networking system pick. Slower overall than our top pick for heavy downloaders and gamers. Most suitable if you’re subscribed to a low- to mid-tier internet plan (under 500 Mbps). Only has two Ethernet ports.

Read more: The Best Wi-Fi Routers

Aloe Cadabra Natural Aloe Personal Lubricant — Top PickAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $10

What we like: Our top pick water-based personal lubricant. FDA-cleared. Versatile and compatible with all types of condoms and sex toys. Formulated to support vaginal health.

Other things to know: Natural Aloe flavor tasted slightly sour. Deal is on 2.5-ounce bottle in multiple flavors.

Read more: The Best Personal Lubricants

Cuisinart DCC-1200 Coffee Maker — Runner-UpMacy's deal price: $79; street price: $100

What we like: Our runner-up pick for the best cheap coffee maker. Reliably brews good coffee. Has some of the most useful features of all the cheap coffee makers we tested, including a self-clean function and user control of the hot plate’s holding temperature.

Other things to know: Water tank was the hardest to fill in our tests, with measurements that are nearly impossible to read. Three-year warranty, the longest of any model we tested.

Read more: The Best Cheap Coffee Maker

NutriBullet Pro 900 Personal Blender — Top PickKohl's deal price: $46; street price: $80

What we like: Our top personal blender pick. Also recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Powerful motor. Blended everything we threw at it without straining. Easy to use and clean. Well-priced. Small countertop footprint. Comes in a rainbow of colors.

Other things to know: Won’t blend berry seeds. One-year warranty. Gasket and blending jar can get grimy, especially if you don’t have a dishwasher. Use codes SHOP15 and YOUR10 to get the deal price. Free Kohl's account required.

Read more: The Best Personal Blender

Loop Experience 2 Earplugs — Top PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $35

What we like: Our top earplugs pick for concerts. Easy to put in. Comfortable to wear for extended periods. The only universal-fit (aka musician-style) earplugs that all of our testers said they would be happy to use regularly. Comes with four pairs of tips to provide a secure fit for most ear shape.

Other things to know: Noise reduction rating of 12 dB. No universal-fit earplugs will reduce different sounds as evenly as a custom-designed set. Manufacturer suggests replacing ear tips about every three to six months.

Read more: The Best Earplugs for Concerts

Soundcore Space One Noise-Cancelling Headphones — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $69; street price: $100Walmart deal price: $69; street price: $100

What we like: Our budget over-ear noise-cancelling headphones pick. Impressive noise cancellation and good sound for under $100. Comfortable and lightweight. 40-hour battery life with ANC on. Offers dual-device connectivity, hear-through mode, and quick-charge feature.

Other things to know: The three noise-reducing microphones can make voices sound compressed and somewhat distant to callers. Layout of physical control buttons makes sense, but they're small and take some practice to master. Customizable sound via Soundcore app.

Read more: The Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Ultimate Ears Miniroll Bluetooth Speaker — Worth ConsideringeBay deal price: $50; street price: $80Amazon deal price: $50; street price: $80Best Buy deal price: $50; street price: $80

What we like: A versatile ultra-portable travel bluetooth speaker worth considering. More expensive and a little larger than our best for pick, the JBL Go 4. Fuller sound. Features a handy integral strap that lets you strap it to a pole or chair or hang it from a hook.

Other things to know:  IP67-rated, so it’s waterproof and dustproof. Max volume is about the same as the Go 4’s. Battery typically ran for about 8.5 hours in our tests. Multiple colors available from Amazon. For eBay, deal only available in gray, price reflects in cart.

Read more: The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker

EarFun Air Pro 4 Earbuds — Upcoming PickAmazon deal price: $60 with code EAIRPRO4; street price: $90

What we like: An upcoming pick in our noise-cancelling headphones guide. Good sound quality. Active noise cancellation is on a par with pricier sets. 11-hour battery life. Customizable touch-based controls. Three sets of microphones deliver clear phone calls, even when it's windy or noisy.

Other things to know: It may take time to memorize the series of taps and holds necessary to access the full suite of controls. Lacks the clarity and sense of space of our top wireless noise-cancelling earbuds pick. May not stay in place if you have very small or deep-set ears. On sale in black. Use code EAIRPRO4 to get an additional $3 off, bringing the price to $60.

Read more: The Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Nike Air Max 90 (Women’s) — Top PickNike deal price: $70; street price: $130

Nike Air Max 90 Sneakers (Men’s) — Top PickNike deal price: $91; street price: $130

What we like: Our top cool and comfy white sneakers pick. Blissfully breezy and bouncy. Striking athletic profile. Uppers are a patchwork of soft, breathable mesh, leather overlays, and textured eyestays. Air-filled soles cushion your every step. Great for warm, active days and travel.

Other things to know: Mesh can be trickier to clean than other materials—particularly when it’s white. On sale in purple and white in select sizes; other colors are on sale for $9 more. Use code BFRIDAY. Free Nike+ membership required.

Read more: The Best White Sneakers

Eedor Women’s Non-Slip Low-Cut Socks (6-Pairs) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $15

What we like: Our top no-show socks pick for loafers and other deep-cut shoes. Thin and stretchy. The only socks we tested that were low enough to hide in deep-cut shoes and didn’t squeeze, pinch, slip, or make our feet sweat.

Other things to know: Not low enough to vanish beneath a ballet flat or similar shoes. Toe area is not reinforced. Lightning deal is for a pack of six pairs in mixed neutral colors. Other 6-pair packs are also on sale. Most sizes available.

Read more: The Best No-Show Socks

IUGA High-Waist Yoga Pants — Top PickAmazon deal price: $20; street price: $24

What we like: Our top pick for cheap and surprisingly soft leggings. Fit and felt better than other leggings we tried in the same price range. Soft, comfy, and generally flattering cut. Gentle but supportive compression. Functional, convenient pockets.

Other things to know: Some may find the one-inch elastic waistband to be constricting. A little loose at the ankle for some testers. We found the fabric lost its shape a bit over time.

Read more: The Best Leggings

Naadam The Original Cashmere Sweater Men’s — Top PickAmazon deal price: $80; street price: $98

What we like: The best cashmere sweater under $100. Timeless crewneck style. Long, slim silhouette is fitted without being too tight. Supple, smooth, and cozy. Overall quality rivals that of sweaters costing twice as much. Made from fine, long-fiber Grade A cashmere.

Other things to know: All cashmere eventually pills, but you can reduce pilling with proper care. Hand-wash only. Available in more than a dozen colors.

Read more: The Best Men’s and Women’s Cashmere Sweaters

Naadam The Original Cashmere Sweater Women’s — Top PickAmazon deal price: $80; street price: $98

What we like: Our top pick for a terrific cashmere crewneck sweater under $100. Light-to-medium-weight. Classic, timeless design. Slim and flattering fit without being clingy. Supple, soft and smooth feel. Quality rivals that of significantly more expensive sweaters.

Other things to know: You can expect it to develop some fuzz. Hand-wash only. Originally called the Essential $75 Cashmere Sweater when it became a pick. Available in multiple colors in sizes XXS through XXL.

Read more: The Best Men’s and Women’s Cashmere Sweaters

Levi’s Premium Wedgie Straight Fit Women’s Jeans — Best ForLevi's deal price: $59; street price: $80

What we like: The best straight-leg women's jeans for lots of bodies. Versatile, comfy, booty-flattering, well made, and under $100. Available in a wide range of sizes and three inseams. 99% cotton 1% elastane blend is structured, but has enough give to fit comfortably on the first wear.

Other things to know: Testers with more defined waists found these jeans true-to-size; otherwise, consider sizing up. Wash and length options are more limited in plus sizes. Button flies require dexterity. Free Red Tab membership required for free shipping.

Read more: The Best Women’s Jeans

Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser — Runner-UpAmazon deal price: $50; street price: $80

What we like: Our runner-up pick for best water flosser is just as effective as our top pick and comes with similar three-year warranty. Easy to use and clean. Ten pressure settings, including a “massage” setting that emits pulses of water.

Other things to know: This is a corded model and requires a power outlet during use. Takes up more counter space than our top pick.

Read more: The Best Water Flossers

Dr. Jart Cryo Rubber Mask with Moisturizing Hyaluronic Acid — Gift PickDr. Jart deal price: $11; street price: $14

What we like: Our favorite sheet mask, which we also like as a gift. Formulated with proven hydrators like glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, hyaluronic acid. Rubbery algae sheet mask cools and aids absorption. Stays put even while you sip your coffee.

Other things to know: You will look like a member of the Blue Man Group for the 30-40 minutes you need to leave this mask on. Has a two-step  application process: first apply the ampoule (serum) to skin, then put on the sheet mask.

Read more: Sheet Masks Don’t Do Very Much. We Love These Anyway.

Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects Kit (22 Treatments) — Staff PickAmazon deal price: $28; street price: $46

What we like: An at-home teeth-whitening solution used and loved by the Wirecutter staff. Low-tech, effective, and very affordable. No dentist visits required. Comes with 20 Professional Effects treatments and two 1-hour Express treatments.

Other things to know: Slower than professional treatments—results take several sessions over the course of a few weeks. Not as good as the typical Costco deals we see, but a good discount for those without a Costco membership.

Read more: Why We Love Crest 3D Whitestrips

Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment (Rosé Tint) — Staff PickUlta deal price: $18 with store pickup; street price: $26

What we like: A tinted lip balm staff pick that we also like as a gift for teens. Glides on smoothly with a sheer flush of color. Long-lasting wear (about five hours). Light, pleasant scent. Luscious and hydrating beeswax formula. Sturdy twist-up metal tube. Available in over a dozen tints.

Other things to know: A former pick in our lip balm guide, and a variant of one of our current picks. Pricey, even when on sale. The lowest price we've seen per tube. Select store pickup to avoid shipping fees.

Read more: Fresh Sugar Lip Balm Is Expensive. But It’s Great.

Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 (3 Ounces) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $7; street price: $15

What we like: Our top pick for a less expensive hydrating chemical face sunscreen. Leaves a dewy finish on your skin. No white cast. Lightly scented. Thick yet blends smoothly. Will appeal to a wide array of people.

Other things to know: Slow to dry. You may not like the sheen if you have oily skin. Deal is for the 3-ounce size in Disney's The Little Mermaid-themed packaging.

Read more: The Best Sunscreens for Your Face

Lego Creator 3-in-1 White Rabbit Animal 31133 — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $14; street price: $20

What we like: A recommendation in our guide to Easter basket ideas. Lego’s three-in-one sets are some of our favorites for kids, and this adorable option can anchor a fun-filled Easter basket. Builds three different creations: a white bunny, a seal, or a cockatoo.

Other things to know: This set has 258 pieces and is rated for kids 8 and up. Lego lovers a couple years younger might also enjoy tackling it with a little adult help.

Read more: 49 Easter Basket Ideas We Love

Melissa & Doug Suspend Family Game — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $17

What we like: A balancing game gift pick for 8-year-olds. Easy to learn and easy to set up, similar to Jenga but with sculptures. Good for 1-4 players ages 8 years and up. Encourages hand-eye coordination and cognitive skill development.

Other things to know: Includes 24 thin, bent metal rods, colored dice, 4 frame rods, and a wooden stand.

Read more: The 43 Best Gifts for 8-Year-Olds

Catan Board Game — Top PickAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $44Walmart deal price: $25; street price: $44

What we like: A next-level strategy game top pick in our guide to the best beginner board games for adults. A fun and competitive civilization and resource collecting game. Iconic staple in the board game scene. Popularized because it require more strategy than luck and doesn't boot players out of a game.

Other things to know: In-depth rules can be daunting and is much easier to play if at least one player has prior experience. Three to four players. Games typically last 60 to 120 minutes.

Read more: The Best Beginner Board Games for Adults

Skull Card Game — Top PickAmazon deal price: $14; street price: $18

What we like: Our pick for the best bluffing card game. All the bluffing of poker, but with much simpler rules. It’s quick and easy to teach, and it’s a game that you’ll want to play again and again.

Other things to know: It's possible to play without bluffing, but it would wring most of the fun out of your playthroughs. Three to six players.

Read more: The Best Card Games

Ticket to Ride Board Game — Top PickAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $48

What we like: Our top pick for a standout train-themed board game for adults. A game night staple that's fun to play again and again. Simple to learn. Players compete to build the best train route across North America—the longer the route, the more points you get.

Other things to know: Board is quite large on a table. Two to five players. Less interaction than games that involve trading, but players build on the same board. Games last 30 to 60 minutes; rounds can drag on with more players.

Read more: The Best Beginner Board Games for Adults

Anker 341 USB-C 7-in-1 Hub — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $25; street price: $35

What we like: Our budget USB hub pick. Good option if you don’t have a 4K monitor. Has most of the same ports as our top pick and is fast enough for most people. Has a tried-and-true, totally portable design.

Other things to know: Ports are a little slower than those of our top pick. Has two USB-A ports, one USB-C port, one USB-C PD port, one HDMI port, an 85W charging pass-through, plus SD and microSD card slots. No Ethernet port. Produces only a 30 Hz refresh rate with 4K monitor.

Read more: The Best USB Hubs

Eero 6 Wi-Fi Router — Budget PickBest Buy deal price: $70; street price: $90

What we like: Our budget Wi-Fi router pick for smaller homes. Smoothly delivers solid internet performance even while several people are using it simultaneously. Easy to set up. Compact. Expandable with Eero extenders, Amazon Echo Dot speakers, or additional Eero routers.

Other things to know: Also our top mesh-networking system pick. Slower overall than our top pick for heavy downloaders and gamers. Most suitable if you’re subscribed to a low- to mid-tier internet plan (under 500 Mbps). Only has two Ethernet ports.

Read more: The Best Wi-Fi Routers

TP-Link Archer AX3000 Pro Wi-Fi Router — Top PickBest Buy deal price: $90; street price: $137Amazon deal price: $90; street price: $137

What we like: Our top Wi-Fi router pick. Hits the sweet spot between price and performance. Created a speedy, reliable, and responsive network throughout our test house, even through walls, and even with whole-family use. Expandable, with all the wired connections you need.

Other things to know: Ready for a 1- or 2-gigabit internet connection, so you won’t need to replace it for years. App allows you to customize parental controls, security, and performance.

Read more: The Best Wi-Fi Routers

Philips SmartSleep Wake-Up Light HF3520 Sunrise Alarm Clock — Top PickAmazon deal price: $90; street price: $105

What we like: Our pick for the best sunrise alarm clock. Offers a simulated sunrise and sunset and a variety of alarm sounds. Backup power source ensures the alarm still functions during a power outage. Decent radio. Sleek, attractive design.

Other things to know: LED light can’t be replaced when it goes out, but rated to last seven years. Two-year warranty.

Read more: The Best Sunrise Alarm Clock

Brooklinen Down Pillow (Plush) — Worth ConsideringBrooklinen deal price: $82; street price: $109

What we like: Another bed pillow worth considering for stomach sleepers. Ideal for those who prefer a soft, squishy pillow. One stomach-sleeping tester reported that it made her feel “like my head was floating weightless on a freakin’ cloud from heaven.”

Other things to know: A former pick that we still like. Our side-sleeping testers those who needed more support didn’t love this pillow. Deal price is for the standard size with plush support, but other configurations are also discounted.

Read more: The Best Bed Pillows

Yogasleep Nod White Noise Machine — Worth ConsideringAmazon deal price: $16; street price: $20

What we like: An affordable white noise machine worth considering for babies. Comes with a dozen white noise, fan, and environmental variations, in addition to eight infant-friendly options (like lullabies, shushing, and womb sounds).

Other things to know: Doubles as dimmable night-light. Adults will get better sound quality and options from our other picks, but it's not a bad budget pickup at this price.

Read more: The Best White Noise Machine

Google Nest Cam (Indoor, Wired) — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $70; street price: $100

What we like: Our upgrade indoor security camera pick and runner-up pet camera pick. Good choice if you need longer, more advanced recordings. Shoots 1080p video clips for up to five minutes. Distinguishes between people, pets, and vehicles. Records 24/7 to the cloud (with a subscription).

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Offers limited free cloud storage of recordings, though only for three hours following motion capture. Nest Aware subscription adds great features and starts at $8/month.

Read more: The Best Indoor Security Camera

TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim (EP25, 4-Pack) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $30; street price: $40

What we like: Our top pick for the best smart plug. Combines all of the best features you can find in a smart plug at a price that makes it possible to deploy them throughout your home. Real-time energy monitoring makes the EP25 a standout. Also offers an Away Mode.

Other things to know: Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. Works with the Kasa app, but also the newly released Tapo app, which is the better option. Deal is for a 4-pack.

Read more: The Best Smart Plugs

Arlo Video Doorbell — Worth ConsideringAmazon deal price: $80; street price: $100

What we like: A smart doorbell worth considering if you want a wider view. 180-degree field of view is wider than any of our other picks. Can be hard-wired or wireless.

Other things to know: Not compatible with Arlo Base Station, which means no option for local video storage and no Apple Home support.

Read more: The Best Smart Doorbell Camera

AeroPress Clear Coffee Press — Top PickAmazon deal price: $37; street price: $50Walmart deal price: $37; street price: $50

What we like: The clear version of our top pick for a simple and portable single-use coffee maker. Performs exactly the same as the original AeroPress. Lightweight, compact design. Quickly produces full-bodied, flavorful coffee. Easy to use. Dishwasher-safe.

Other things to know: Only brews one cup at a time. The clear version costs a bit more than the original, so it's only worth getting if you value that crisp, clear look.

Read more: The AeroPress is a Fast, Portable, No-Frills Tool for Making Terrific Coffee

Tramontina 10-Inch Professional Restaurant Fry Pan — Top PickAmazon deal price: $23; street price: $28

What we like: Our top nonstick pan pick. Durable coating. Good heat distribution. Excellent maneuverability. With its classic flared-lip shape, slick nonstick coating, and comfortable handle, this quality pan will last for years.

Other things to know: Not compatible with induction cooktops. The rivets that secure the handle to the pan don’t have a nonstick coating. $1 more than we saw earlier this year.

Read more: The Best Nonstick Pan

NutriBullet Pro 900 Personal Blender — Top PickKohl's deal price: $51; street price: $80

What we like: Our top personal blender pick. Also recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Powerful motor. Blended everything we threw at it without straining. Easy to use and clean. Well-priced. Small countertop footprint. Comes in a rainbow of colors.

Other things to know: Won’t blend berry seeds. One-year warranty. Gasket and blending jar can get grimy, especially if you don’t have a dishwasher. Use code SHOP15 to get the deal price. Free Kohl's account required.

Read more: The Best Personal Blender

OXO Good Grips Kitchen and Herb Scissors — Top PickAmazon deal price: $15; street price: $18

What we like: Our top scissors pick for kitchen shears. Cuts nearly everything cleanly and effortlessly. Can disassemble for cleaning. One conventional blade and a micro-serrated blade. Roomy, comfortable handles. Built-in herb stripper.

Other things to know: Can’t sharpen the micro-serrated blade. Doesn't work well with wax paper. Not dishwasher-safe.

Read more: The Best Scissors for Every Task

Brother P-Touch Cube Label Maker — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $45; street price: $55

What we like: Our budget label maker pick. Easy to use. Good for occasional label making. Bluetooth-enabled. Produces the same high-quality labels and uses the same great design software as our top pick.

Other things to know: A stripped-down version of our top pick. No auto-cutting mechanism and no rechargeable battery. Not ideal for larger projects. Recurring deal price.

Read more: The Best Label Makers

Anker PowerConf C200 2K Webcam — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $48; street price: $55

What we like: Our budget webcam pick. Easy to set up. Provides 2K HD resolution. Offered the best image quality of any webcam we tested under $70. Has a switch to use the privacy screen. Basic software works well.

Other things to know: Sharpness, autofocus, and auto white balance aren’t as good as that of our top picks. Can’t swivel from side to side. Recurring deal price.

Read more: The Best Webcams

Tonmom Laptop Stand — Best ForAmazon deal price: $8; street price: $10

What we like: The best portable laptop stand. Sturdy enough for laptops up to 15 inches. Easy to set up and collapse to a thick stick. Seven different height settings to lift laptop from four to seven inches. Ideal for toting between workspaces.

Other things to know: Adjusting between heights is a little finicky; you'll need to double-check that the stand is fully locked before placing a laptop on it. Weighs just over half a pound. On sale in black.

Read more: The Best Laptop Stands

Uni-ball Jetstream RT Pens (3-pack) — Top PickAmazon deal price: $7; street price: $10

What we like: Our top everyday ballpoint pen pick. Produces the darkest lines of any ballpoint pen we tested. Fast-drying ink flows out smoothly and evenly without skipping. Relatively affordable for the quality it offers.

Other things to know: 0.7mm fine point tip. Deal on assorted or black colors, pack of three. Matches the lowest price we've seen.

Read more: The Best Pen

rOtring 600 Mechanical Pencil 1 — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $18; street price: $27

What we like: Our upgrade mechanical pencil pick. A metal drafting-style pencil. Feels and performs like an heirloom writing instrument. Felt the smoothest to write with of all the $10 to $30 options we tested. Slim profile. Hexagonal body helps prevent it from rolling off the desk.

Other things to know: Desk-bound, because the lead isn't retractable. The heaviest of our picks, but feels nicely balanced. Deal price on the black color.

Read more: The Best Mechanical Pencils

Keebofly Wall Mounted Jewelry Organizer — Staff PickAmazon deal price: $37; street price: $42

What we like: A staff pick for a wall-mounted jewelry cabinet. Half-glass door lets you see contents even when closed. Ample jewelry storage organized into sections. Burlap-covered corkboard for pins and brooches inside door. Removable T-shaped bar at the bottom for extra accessories.

Other things to know: Takes up significant wall space at 16 inches tall without T-bar and 120-degree door-opening range. On sale in white; black is $1 more.

Read more: Instagram’s Beautiful Organization Hacks Don’t Work for Me. But These Do.

Simplehuman Adjustable Shower Caddy XL — Upgrade PickAmazon deal price: $63; street price: $90

What we like: Our upgrade shower caddy pick that works with handheld showerheads. Versatile and adjustable. Stable. Excellent quality and easy to organize. Has a vertical space between the shelves to accommodate a showerhead hose.

Other things to know: A slight drawback relative to our top pick: The suction cup bar doesn’t rotate to allow for exact positioning relative to grout lines.

Read more: The Best Shower Caddy

Boy Smells Hinoki Fantôme Candle — Top PickSephora deal price: $34; street price: $48

What we like: One of our top warm, woodsy scented candle picks that we also like as a gift. Handsome black glass jar. Earthy and elegant fragrance isn't overpowering. Top note of Japanese cypress (hinoki) smoke with hints of warm amber, sweet vanilla, florals, and fresh moss.

Other things to know: Our testers found this ultra-popular pick lives up to the hype. No lid. 20-hour burn time. Label may be crooked. Glossy vessel may show fingerprints. Street price has gone up by $10 since last year. Select store pickup to get deal; Beauty Insiders get free shipping.

Read more: Our Favorite Scented Candles

Yamazaki Rin Magnetic Key Rack — Top PickAmazon deal price: $24; street price: $29

What we like: Our top pick for a compact key rack to help declutter a small entryway. Only option we found with either magnetic or screw-in mounting. Multifunctional; offers storage for keys and mail or a slim wallet.

Other things to know: Street price has risen and risen in recent years. Deal price is on the brown color.

Read more: 10 Great Ideas to Declutter Your Home’s Small Entryway

Riley Spa Bath Towel — Upgrade PickRiley Home deal price: $49 with code WC35; street price: $68

What we like: Our upgrade pick for the best bath towel. This terry towel looks chic and feels fantastic on the skin. Offers rich texture and a modern design.

Other things to know: Expensive. Use code WC35 to get the deal, final price includes the cost of shipping.

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Gracula Garlic Crusher — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $10; street price: $20

What we like: A Dracula-inspired kitchen gadget recommended in multiple Wirecutter gift guides. Any cooking-inclined classic horror fan, kid, or year-round Halloween celebrant would vant this a gift. Plop a few cloves into the base (his cape), pop on the top (his head), and twist at the neck to mince.

Other things to know: Make sure to remove chopped garlic quickly—vampires can’t tolerate garlic for long (plus it's a nightmare to clean when dried). Bleh! Frequently on sale but deals rare last long.

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Lego Marvel Spider-Man 2024 Advent Calendar 76293 — Gift PickAmazon deal price: $32; street price: $44

What we like: A gift pick in our Advent calendars guide. Offers one mini build a day, for adults and kids alike, with build instructions on the back of each little door. The 24 figurines and builds reference Spider-Man’s New York City playground, hot dog cart included.

Other things to know: We recommend saving the instructions for future rebuilds.

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Baggu Cargo Shoulder Bag — Gift PickUrban Outfitters deal price: $37 with store pickup; street price: $46

What we like: A Baggu purse we like as a gift for moms. A stylishly sporty bag for cool moms on the go. Trendy baguette-style design. Made with durable, heavyweight recycled nylon. Two exterior pockets with magnetic closures plus a zippered interior pocket for safe storage.

Other things to know: 11 inches long. Available in a variety of colors and patterns. Price reflects in cart. Select store pickup to avoid shipping fees.

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PetKit EverSweet Solo 2 Water Fountain — Top PickAmazon deal price: $40; street price: $50

What we like: Our top water fountain pick for cats and small dogs. The easiest fountain to take apart and clean; only five main parts to keep track of. Nearly silent wireless pump has a convenient auto shut-off feature so it doesn’t burn out when the water level gets too low.

Other things to know: App lets you set up cleaning and refill reminders, but has limited feature set. We’ve had mixed experiences with customer service. Doesn’t include the type of 5v 1A adapter you’d need to charge it in a standard outlet.

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Ruffwear Vert Dog Jacket — Upgrade PickRuffwear deal price: $56; street price: $100

What we like: Our upgrade pick from our guide to the best winter jackets and raincoats for dogs. Stylish, warm, and easy to put on. Made of lightweight waterproof material with excellent fastener system.

Other things to know: Hidden buckle receptacles can be tricky to handle if you're wearing gloves or have limited hand mobility. High-touch points started to look noticeably dingy after several walks. Deal on Orange in all sizes. Other colors also discounted, but less. Use code WELCOME1-H8Y98F for free shipping.

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Wonder Creature Cat Water Fountain — Budget PickAmazon deal price: $18; street price: $23

What we like: Our budget pet fountain pick. The plastic tank and dishwasher-safe stainless steel upper dish are of decent quality for the price. A helpful LED shows when the tank is running low. Main parts easily unscrew for cleaning. Has a versatile trio of flow patterns.

Other things to know: Not as loud as others in the same price range, but not as quiet as our other picks. The instructions leave out some important details, but we appreciated the general simplicity of this fountain’s construction.

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