Nicole writes for multiple Future Publishing brands, including TechnoBuffalo. She has over 13 years of research and writing experience in both the public and private sector, including seven years of testing and reviewing products including antivirus software, parental controls, kitchen appliances, and SAS. She draws on her experience as a mom of 10 to find the best products to recommend to consumers.
These chess clocks feature dual clocks for players to control their own timers, and loud alarms so everyone knows when time is up. These clocks can be used for other 2-person games, like checkers, that may benefit from a game timer.
These chessboards don’t come with playing pieces, so they are great for replacing an old board, displaying a fun chess piece set, or just to have a spare on hand. Here are our top picks.
Whether you’re an avid chess player, just beginning to learn the game, or want to display an impressive board, it’s helpful to have a set of chess pieces on hand. Here are some great options for both casual and tournament play, and a few that look great displayed.
Display your artificial or live trees indoors or outdoors with a sturdy tree stand. Here are our top picks.
A good walker gives you the support needed to walk during challenging times due to injury, surgery, or age. Here are the best walkers for any need.
Your laptop was made to take along with you, so protect it with a high-quality laptop case. Here are our picks.
Use this guide to help you decide which portable air conditioner is best for your living space and lifestyle.
With an emergency weather radio, you can keep on top of weather and civil emergencies even when the power is out. Here are some of the best emergency weather radios to keep in your 72-hour kit.
Good dish soap helps make the awful chore of washing dishes a little easier. Here are several of the best selling, sweet-smelling dish soaps.
A TENS unit relieves pain using small electric shock waves directed at affected areas. Here are some of the more popular choices on the market.
A chess set makes a great gift, a unique conversation piece, and is a fun pastime. Here are several of the best chess sets from simple games for children to ornate pieces of art.
Cleaning hardwood floors doesn't have to be tricky. Use one of these mops specifically designed for cleaning hardwood to get the job done.
Charge all your devices at once with a USB charging station. Here are the best USB charging hubs that are compatible with Android and iOS devices.
Experience movies and video games in the most realistic way with a pair of 3D glasses. Our guide has the best options to help you make your choice.
Toss a dryer sheet in with your laundry as it dryers to keep static cling and bay and help your laundry smell clean and feel soft when it’s done.
Here are the best model train sets for collectors, children, or for displaying in your home.
Here are the best adjustable workout benches to help you reach your exercise goals. Get in shape and live a healthy lifestyle.
Slip your discs into a media storage unit to keep them from getting lost, scratched, or broken. Here are the best DVD and CD storage options.
Whether you're a beginner or a pro cross-stitcher, there is an endless number of patterns to keep you busy. Here are some of our top picks.
Keep your hard-earned candy in a candy bucket. Here are our top picks.