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I gave ChatGPT, Gemini, and Alexa the same school supply list — one cost 3X as much

By Amanda Caswell Published

I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Alexa to shop my kids' school supply lists. One AI found the best deals, while another nearly tripled my total.

AI
Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds photographed in front of a blue background
Best Apple AirPods alternatives: Top picks available to buy

By Tammy Rogers Last updated

The best Apple AirPods alternatives: rival earbud designs tested and ranked for sound quality and features.

Earbuds
Google Pixel 10a review.
Best cheap phones 2026 tested — Our top budget phone picks

By Richard Priday Last updated

These are the best cheap phones you can buy based on our testing and reviews.

Phones
A woman planting flowers with a watering can
Stop wasting your money — Gardeners share the common yard expenses to avoid (and great hacks to save cash)

By Cynthia Lawrence Published

I asked gardeners what the biggest money-wasters are that we often spend for our yards. Here’s what they said and what to buy instead.

Gardening
Hisense U75QG Mini-LED TV in an apartment
These are the best TVs under $1,000 we've tested for sports, gaming and movies

By James Frew Last updated

You don't have to make many compromises with the best TVs under $1,000, whether you're into films, TV shows or gaming.

TVs
Hisense QD7 Mini LED TV on a table
These are the best TVs under $500 I recommend right now to upgrade your setup without breaking the bank

By James Frew Last updated

These are the best TVs under $500 we've tested that keep the cost down and performance up for movies, TV shows and gaming.

TVs
(From l to r): Kimberly Elise as Helen McCarter in "Diary of a Mad Black Woman" | Marcel (voiced by Jenny Slate) in Marcel The Shell With Shoes On | Ewan McGregor as Edward Bloom in Big Fish
Your broke bestie's watchlist: 3 feel-good (and free!) new movies I'm streaming on Tubi this week

By Alyse Stanley Published

Streaming services are only getting more expensive, so here are three free heartwarming movies to watch on Tubi this week.

Streaming
Cooking pasta in water and using a sieve to drain the water
Forget fertilizer — pasta water could be the secret to giving your tomato plants a boost. Here’s why

By Cynthia Lawrence Published

Pasta water for tomatoes? Why this leftover ingredient is a great boost for your plants this summer.

Gardening
Vitamix Ascent X3 blender review
This is the best blender in the world, and two trusty, cheaper alternatives

By Millie Fender Last updated

The top 3 blenders you can buy in 2026, from restaurant-level results to budget-friendly options

Home Appliances
Shark PowerDetect Thermacharged robot vacuum on hardfloor
What is the best Shark robot vacuum in 2026? 3 top picks, compared

By Millie Fender Last updated

Shark makes some of the top robot vacuums on the market, but which is best for you? Here's our complete ranking.

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