But according to Consumer Reports’ microwave oven ratings, the best countertop microwaves don’t necessarily come with higher prices when you’re comparing models of the same size. Whether you ...

In Consumer Reports’ space heater testing ... who oversees our space heater ratings. “We want to know how your body will feel when you’re sitting within 4.5 feet of the appliance.” ...

You’ll see more than 40 brands represented in Consumer Reports’ toaster ratings, including Breville, Cuisinart, Hamilton Beach, and KitchenAid. While manufacturers tend to adhere to the tried ...

A tire must excel at performance and safety in our tests to earn a Consumer Reports recommendation, a distinction noted in our dynamic ratings chart. If you’re a CR member, you can access the ...

The NFL did something different this year with its Christmas slate, partnering with Netflix to stream a pair of unusually timed Wednesday games. They announced the results a day later. Netflix ...

“Everyone knows what is coming and we are just taking some time off.” Television ratings — and now a new poll — clearly illustrate the phenomenon. About two-thirds of American adults say ...

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Others have time limits and restocking fees. Consumer Reports did the homework, so you don’t have to. Here are retailers with the best and worst return policies. Many retailers extend their ...

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Editor’s Note: This article also appeared in the October 2024 issue of Consumer Reports On Health. Janet Lee Janet Lee, LAc, is an acupuncturist and a freelance writer in Kansas who ...