Each month, new products hit the shelves promising better performance, smarter features, or just something fresh to try. But how do you know what’s actually worth your money? We’ve done the legwork and tested a mix of popular and trending items so you don’t have to. Here’s our honest review of this month’s top picks across categories.
1. Smart Home: Nest Thermostat (3rd Gen)
Rating: ★★★★☆
The Nest Thermostat continues to be a solid choice for smart home lovers. Setup is easy, and it learns your schedule to help save on energy bills. The sleek design looks great on the wall. However, integration with certain older systems can be tricky.
2. Gadgets: Anker Soundcore Space A40 Earbuds
Rating: ★★★★★
Affordable, powerful, and packed with features. These earbuds offer great sound quality, ANC (active noise canceling), and long battery life. At a mid-range price, they’re hard to beat. Comfortable fit, too.
3. Kitchen: Ninja DualBrew Pro Coffee Maker
Rating: ★★★★☆
If you love flexibility, this one’s for you. It brews both pods and ground coffee, with multiple size options. The flavor is excellent, but it does take up more counter space than a standard machine.
4. DIY & Tools: Dremel 3000 Rotary Tool Kit
Rating: ★★★★☆
Great for hobbyists and light-duty home projects. It’s versatile, with plenty of accessories. Not ideal for heavy-duty work, but perfect for crafts, polishing, and detailed work. Solid value for the price.
5. Fitness: Theragun Mini 2.0
Rating: ★★★☆☆
A compact massage gun that’s great for travel or quick relief. It’s quiet and lightweight, but don’t expect the deep-tissue power of larger models. Great for beginners or on-the-go muscle care.
6. Tech Accessories: ESR HaloLock 3-in-1 Charging Station
Rating: ★★★★★
If you’re in the Apple ecosystem, this magnetic charging station is a game-changer. It charges your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch simultaneously, with clean cable management. Reliable and sleek.
Final Thoughts
We only recommend what we actually use and test ourselves. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your tech, treat yourself to a new kitchen tool, or explore DIY projects, this month’s list has something for everyone.
Have a product you want us to test next month? Drop us a message — we love trying new things so you can shop smarter.