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Rice cooker vs Instant Pot — which is better?
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If you want perfect, fluffy rice each time, find out whether you should buy a rice cooker or an Instant Pot to get the job done right.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Echo Pop vs. Echo Dot: Which Amazon speaker should you buy?
By Kate Kozuch published
Here's how the Amazon Echo Pop vs. Echo Dot compare based on price, design, features and more.
Vinegar vs baking soda — which is best at cleaning?
By Katie Mortram published
Vinegar and baking soda both have their uses when it comes to cleaning, but which is better?
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