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Air conditioner vs. heat pump: Which is best for your home?
By Brian Nadel published
Air conditioners have been traditionally used to cool the home, but now heat pumps are becoming more popular. Here's how they both work and how they differ.
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Best Ring doorbell: Which Ring Video Doorbell should you buy?
By Mike Prospero last updated
Ring's video doorbells offer night vision, motion detection, and two-way communication. But which one is right for you?
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Echo Spot vs Echo Dot: Which Amazon smart speaker wins?
By Hunter Fenollol published
I tested two of the best Alexa smart speakers under $100 head-to-head comparing price, features, and more.
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Induction vs. electric cooktop: Which type is better for you?
By Katie Mortram last updated
Not sure whether to buy an induction vs. electric cooktop? Here we break down the differences as well as the pros and cons of each.
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Nest Wifi vs Nest Wifi Pro: Which Google mesh Wi-Fi system should you buy?
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Now that Google has released a pro version of its Nest Wifi you may be wondering if you should get the Nest Wifi or Nest Wifi Pro. Our comparison can help you decide.
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Cast iron skillet vs Dutch oven — which is better?
By Camilla Sharman published
Cast iron skillets and Dutch ovens both have their distinct characteristics. Here we take a look at what purpose they serve in the kitchen so you can choose the right cookware for what you need.
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Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) vs Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) — which smart display should you buy?
By Anthony Spadafora published
Here’s how the new Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) compares to the Echo Show 8 (2nd Gen) based on price, design, features and more.
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Bread machine vs oven — which is better?
By Helen McCue published
Stuck between buying a bread machine or using your oven? Here, we breakdown the differences.
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