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 […]
Best Laptop Backpacks
Top 10 Rated Laptop Bags By Jon Bannister A laptop is an expensive investment that you want to product – especially if you are a college student low on cash. A backpack that can also function as a laptop bag will save you money, give you more protection, and let you carry school books. We […]
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 […]
Best Gaming Mice
Top 10 Rated Gaming Mice By Jon Bannister When choosing the top 10 best gaming mice of 2012 we looked into multiple factors to make sure only the best were chosen. Those include: 1. Sleekness 2. Comfortable to use for multiple hours 3. Holds well in your hand 4. Customizable via software and or hardware […]
Best Motherboard
Top 10 Rated Motherboards By Brian Jones The motherboard is one of the most vital components of any computer. It is where the processor, memory, and all of the expansion features like pci slots, SATA connections, and USB connectors. Different motherboards come with different feature sets and varying support for the different types of processors […]
Best Graphics Card
Top 10 Rated Graphics Cards By Brian Jones The graphics card is one of the computer components that will really make or break your machine. Most of the time big box store made computers include integrated graphics. That means there is no part of your computer dedicated to processing video information. That’s okay, but you […]
Best Laptops for Students
Top 10 Rated Laptops for Students By Jon Bannister Whether your child is in high-school or college, these days some sort of computer is needed. Laptops are generally your best choice as it offers portability so your child can bring it with him to class to take notes, complete homework at a coffee shop, and […]
Best Gaming Headsets
Top 10 Rated Gaming Headsets By Steve Holdgren Gaming headsets are not solely for gaming; you can use them for listening to music, Skype, or chatting with friends. We selected our 10 favorite gaming headsets based on the following qualities: 1. Sharp, realistic audio 2. Surround sound 3. Comfortable to wear even for a long […]
Best Waterproof Camcorders
Top Rated Waterproof Camcorders By Brian Jones Waterproof camcorders allow you to capture exciting moments, be they on land or underwater. We reviewed several models and chose our top 10 based on the following: 1. Completely watertight 2. Rugged build that withstands shocks and dust 3. Lightweight and easily portable 4. Starts up quickly 5. […]
Best HD Camcorders
Top 10 Rated HD Camcorders By Brian Jones We are surrounded by devices that are capable of taking video today. We always have our smart phones or our digital cameras with us. These things may be great alternative to taking video when an unexpected event comes up, but nothing will beat a device dedicated to […]
Wet/Dry Shop Vacs: Horsepower and Capacity, Plastic or Stainless Steel
By Brittany Rowland Plastic or Stainless Steel? You may wonder, as you’re shopping for a Shop Vac, whether plastic or stainless steel is better for the tank. Lots of people prefer stainless steel because it’s easier to clean. Plastic sometimes creates static electricity, which makes debris stick to it more stubbornly. On the other hand, […]
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 […]
9 Pressure Washer Safety Tips
By Brittany Rowland A pressure washer makes the task of keeping the exterior of your house clean incredibly easier, but there are risks involved in using a powerful piece of machinery. Make sure you follow the following safety tips to prevent injury to you (and to your pressure washer): 1. Read the owner’s manual. Be […]
Best Countertop Dishwashers
Top 10 Rated Countertop Dishwashers By Brittany Rowland Countertop dishwashers are by design smaller and more compact, holding at most six place settings. To select the top 10 dishwashers, we considered capacity, water consumption, durability, color options, wash cycles, and cleaning performance. Countertop dishwashers generally don’t have as many special features as full-size built-in dishwashers, […]
Best Range Hoods
Top 10 Range Hoods By Brittany Rowland Range hoods come in a number of formats: chimney, island, professional, and built-in. No matter which style you choose, you should keep in mind certain factors that ensure quality performance: 1. Adequate air flow for the cooktop and length of duct 2. Variable fan speeds 3. Relatively low […]
How to Use a Lawn Edger
By Steve Holdgren Lawn edgers are designed for getting a sharp edge along the borders of sidewalks and walkways. They cut vertically (along an edge), unlike lawn trimmers, or string trimmers, which are suited for trimming hard-to-reach areas such as under bushes and around trees. However, many current models combine trimmer and edger functions, allowing […]
