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Best Juicers

Best Juicers

Top 10 Rated Juicers By Brittany Rowland There are several different types of juicers that handle different functions. Centrifugal juicers are the most common and range from $50 to $200. Masticating juicers are quieter, heavier, and more expensive, typically running up to $350. Some of the most expensive juice extractors take wheatgrass and may or […]

Best Blenders

Best Blenders

Top 10 Rated Blenders By Brittany Rowland As we chose our top 10 blenders, we had several considerations in mind, such as: 1. Blending jar capacity and material 2. Sturdiness of construction 3. Ease of use and cleaning 4. Number of controls, preprogrammed settings, and pulse option 5. Noisiness 6. How easily it crushes ices […]

Black & Decker D6000

Clothes Iron  9/10 By Brittany Rowland Even clothes irons can be packed with features. The Black & Decker D6000 is a perfect example of that. It really takes most of the guesswork out of ironing various clothing items. The simple, easy-to-grip design makes it one of our favorites even if it does seem a little […]

More Irons

Black & Decker D2030  9/10 1,500 watts Stainless steel soleplate 4.3 pounds 5″ x 11.5″ x 6″ A convenient, affordable iron that takes most of the guesswork out of ironing various clothing items, this Black & Decker model has a simple, easy-to-grip design. The controls under the handle are…read more Back to Top Irons

Best Irons

Best Irons

Top 10 Irons By Brittany Rowland The best irons that we chose for the top 10 list displayed several important features that make ironing easier and more efficient. Chief among them were safety features like an auto shut-off and a sturdy base and ironing performance with enough steam to get out tough wrinkles. Black & […]

More Toaster Ovens

Krups FBC2  8.5/10 Black 6-slice toast capacity 1,600 watts 20.5″ x 14.5″ x 10.4″ With a clear LCD display and uncomplicated controls, the Krups FBC2 toaster oven satisfies in all areas and includes several convenient features. The convection baking cuts…read more Back to Top Toaster Ovens

Best Vacuum Cleaners

Best Vacuum Cleaners

Top 10 Rated Vacuum Cleaners By Brittany Rowland As we selected the top 10 vacuum cleaners, we looked for models that possess certain features that enhance the suction performance, including: 1. Adjustable height for carpets of varying thickness 2. A brushroll that turns on and off easily for transitioning from carpet to hardwoods 3. Filters […]

LG LMV1683

1.6 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave  8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland I noticed the solid and top quality construction as one of the best features of this LG countertop microwave. While many other microwave have a flimsy swinging door, the door on this one door feels heavier and closes with a confident snap. The sleek stainless steel […]

Best Stick Vacuum Cleaners

Best Stick Vacuum Cleaners

Top 10 Rated Stick Vacuum Cleaners By Brittany Rowland A stick vacuum is ideal for spot cleaning hardwoods, rugs, and thin carpets. You should not expect the performance of a full-size vacuum, however. We chose our top 10 stick vacuums based on the following qualities: 1. Good suction 2. Handles hardwoods and carpets 3. Wheels […]

Shark SV1106

Cordless Stick Vacuum  8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland As far as features go to a stick vacuum, the SV1106 from Shark focuses on the most important ones. It is quiet, lightweight, bagless, cordless. The 2 different speed settings work great for either hardwoods or carpets. Since it is cordless, there is the hassle of recharging the […]

More Stick Vacuum Cleaners

Hoover SH20030  9/10 Corded stick vacuum 20-foot power cord 10.6” x 8” x 25” 9.3 lbs. The Hoover SH20030 has an incredibly slim profile and slick swiveling action, allowing you to reach under furniture easily… read more Eureka 96B  8.5/10 6-volt cordless stick vacuum Bagless Motorized brush roll 15” x 8.2” x 12.5” 5.5 lbs. […]

Best Hand Mixers

Best Hand Mixers

Top 10 Hand Mixers By Brittany Rowland To select our top 10 hand mixers, we considered several factors, including: 1. Wattage of motor 2. Number of speeds 3. Cleanliness when mixing 4. Weight and handle grip 5. Durability and strength of beaters 6. Ease of cleaning 7. Available accessories like whisks, dough hooks, and milkshake […]

More Side by Side Refrigerators

Maytag MSD2576VEM  7/10 Good shelf space Tall water dispenser The stainless steel looks very polished and nice This 25.3 cu. ft. has a very attractive price and simple features. It has an external water and ice dispenser. The design element of contouring the front left and right corners gives this refrigerator a… read more Maytag […]

Maytag MSF22D4XAM

Side by Side Refrigerator  8.5/10 By John E. Moore A 22 cubic foot side-by-side refrigerator, the Maytag MSF22D4XAM has an attractive price and offers great shelf space and energy savings. A big plus is the external water and ice dispenser, which has a single pad. Our only main complaint was that the ice dispenser tends […]

GE PSCF3RGXBB

By John E. Moore We like the clean design of this side by side counter depth model from GE. The external filtered water and ice dispenser will be a big plus for many families. This does add the worry of buying filters, but it’s a fair trade for most. The storage spec is very attractive […]

Koldfront PDW60EW

6 Place Setting Countertop Dishwasher  7.5/10 By Brittany Rowland This Koldfront countertop dishwasher has a capacity of up to 6 place settings. Which is a generous amount for a washer of this size. There are six effective wash cycles and the machine is very easy to hook up and use everyday. It claims to have […]