I wanted a toaster that would not eat up my counter space. I tried the BELLA Fits-Anywhere 2-Slice Slim Toaster in Surf to see how it fits daily breakfast use. Its long, wide slot and slim body are the main reasons I like it. My quick take: it is a great small toaster for bread, … Read more

I wanted simple cleaning cloths that I could use all around my home. I tried the SIFANGKE 12-pack to see how they handle spills, dust, glass, and daily messes. Each cloth is 11.8 by 11.8 inches and comes in an assorted color pack. My quick take: these are soft, handy cloths for daily cleaning, but … Read more

I wanted a dish soap that could cut through grease without a long soak. I tried Dawn Powerwash Spray Fresh to see how it works on daily kitchen messes. The spray foam is easy to put on dirty dishes and pans before I scrub. My quick take: it is a handy choice for greasy dishes, … Read more

I wanted an easier way to clean my bathroom without bending and scrubbing for a long time. I tested this cordless electric spin scrubber to see how it handles tubs, tiles, sinks, and other home jobs. The cordless design makes it easy to move around while cleaning. My quick take: it can save effort, but … Read more

I wanted a dish soap that could cut grease without using a lot at once. I tested the Dawn Ultra Original refill jug to see how it works in a busy US kitchen. The 51.5-ounce size also gives me a simple way to refill smaller Dawn bottles. My quick take: it cleans greasy dishes well … Read more

I wanted a small carpet cleaner for spills, pet messes, and dirty car seats. I looked closely at the BISSELL Little Green 1400B to see how it fits daily home use. Its small body, strong spray, and suction make it easy to use for quick cleanups. My short take: it is a handy spot cleaner, … Read more

I wanted simple coasters that could handle coffee, cold drinks, and daily table use. I looked closely at the Lazebox Set of 8 to see if it is a good fit for a US home. The soft cotton and linen build, 4-inch size, and holder make it a useful set for daily use. My quick … Read more

I wanted a simple way to keep food from splashing inside my microwave. I tried the LekDrok 10 Inch Microwave Food Cover with its silicone mat to see if it made daily meals easier. I liked the cover, small storage size, and many uses of the mat. My quick take: it is a handy kitchen … Read more

I wanted a food storage set that could handle meal prep, leftovers, snacks, and sauces. I tried the JSCARES 40-piece food storage container set to see if the large set is worth having in a US kitchen. It gives me 20 containers, 20 lids, many sizes, and labels with a pen. My quick take: it … Read more

I wanted a butter dish that could sit on my counter without breaking easily. I tried the LANDNEOO Butter Dish to see how well it handles daily butter use. It holds two sticks, has a tight seal, and comes with a small butter curler knife. My quick take: it is a handy pick for soft … Read more