Electronics

From TVs, receivers, headphones, and speakers to cameras, laptops, keyboards, smartphones, and routers, our team of experts has spent hundreds of hours testing the best home theater, audio, computer, networking, and gaming gear and accessories. If it has a speaker, a screen, or an antenna, or if it plugs into something that does, it's probably here.

Accessories

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  • An orange surface holds a selection of bluetooth trackers that we tested to find the best bluetooth tracker.

    The Best Bluetooth Tracker

    by Nick Guy

    If you’re worried about losing your stuff, a Bluetooth-enabled tracker can help. We have recommendations for iPhone and Android users.

  • Four of our picks for best smart plugs, including both indoor and outdoor power strips, on a beige background

    The Best Smart Plugs

    by Rachel Cericola and Kathryn Rath

    A smart plug boosts the IQ of un-brainy devices such as lamps, fans, or string lights, letting you easily set them to turn on or off on a schedule or on command.

  • Seven of the surge protectors we tested, all different sizes and shapes, shown next to each other.

    The Best Surge Protector

    by Sarah Witman

    Tripp Lite’s Protect It 12-Outlet Surge Protector TLP1208SAT absorbs thousands of volts so they won’t fry your gear, and it helpfully lets you know when its protection wears out.

Audio

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Batteries and charging

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Camera accessories

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Cameras

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  • A trail camera strapped to the trunk of a tree

    The Best Trail Camera Under $100

    by Sarah Witman

    We think the Wildgame Innovations Mirage 18 is the best trail camera if you want something to monitor wild critters and game.

  • Thirteen security cameras we tested side by side.

    The Best Security Cameras for Your Home

    by Rachel Cericola

    Wi-Fi security cameras can help protect your family and possessions. We’ve reviewed and picked the best models for every area of your home.

  • Our three picks for best intant cameras, shown side by side with a selection of instant photographs laid out in front of them.

    The Best Instant Camera

    by Arriana Vasquez and Erin Roberts

    The best instant camera for taking high-quality, retro-cool photos is the Fujifilm Instax Square SQ40.

Computers

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  • Three mechanical keyboards placed next to each other against a purple background with a key-removing tool next to some loose keys.

    The Best Gaming Keyboards

    by Haley Perry

    Every keyboard can play games, but not all of them have the features that gamers want. We’ve found wired and wireless options that can keep you competitive.

  • A 24-inch Apple iMac in blue, showing rolling farmland wallpaper.

    The Best All-in-One Computer

    by Dave Gershgorn

    If you need a family computer or want to cut down on cords in a home office, an all-in-one computer like Apple’s iMac is worth buying.

  • A phone with a two-factor authentication app open on the screen sits next to the corner of a laptop computer.

    The Best Two-Factor Authentication App

    by Max Eddy and Thorin Klosowski

    Two-factor authentication is critical to securing your online accounts, and Duo Mobile offers the best combination of security, accessibility, and ease of use.

Gaming

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  • Our top three PC gaming controllers, the Microsoft Xbox Wireless Controller, the 8BitDo Ultimate C 2.4G, and the 8BitDo Ultimate 2.4G, shown side by side.

    The Best PC Gaming Controller

    by Haley Perry

    Many PC games are best played with a controller, and the Xbox Series X|S controller is the best one to buy.

  • Several microSD cards next to a black Nintendo Switch.

    The Best microSD Cards

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    Most microSD cards are good enough, but if you know what to look for, it’s not hard to get one that’s great.

Headphones

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Home theater

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  • An LCD TV that is displaying an image of stacked pebbles at a beach.

    The Best LCD/LED TV

    by Lee Neikirk

    TCL’s QM8 Series is a great LCD/LED TV that delivers terrific performance, a sturdy design, and excellent features for a reasonable price.

  • Our two picks for best home projector for a living room, side by side with a vertical stack of DVDs in between.

    The Best Projectors

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    We reviewed every type of projector to find the best projector to fit your needs, whether it’s for a home theater or a home office.

  • Our two picks for best portable mini projector, displayed in front of a yellow background.

    The Best Portable Mini Projector

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    A portable mini projector doesn’t perform as well as a good TV or home-theater projector, but the Nebula Mars 3 Air ably blends performance and convenience.

Laptops

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  • The Apple MacBook Air (2022, M2), our top pick for the best Macbook.

    Which MacBook Should I Buy?

    by Dave Gershgorn

    Can’t decide which of Apple’s laptops is the best for your needs? For most people, the M2 MacBook Air is the one to buy.

  • iPad Pro tablet open with a keyboard against a blue background.

    The Best Pro Tablets

    by Dave Gershgorn

    If you’re looking to replace or supplement your laptop with a tablet, you have great options but also tough choices ahead of you.

  • The 16 inch MacBook Pro with M3 chip sitting open on a white surface, showing a picture of hilly farmland as a background.

    The Best Laptops for Video and Photo Editing

    by Dave Gershgorn

    Photographers and video editors on the go need a powerful laptop with good battery life, and the 16-inch MacBook Pro is almost always the best tool for the job.

Networking

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  • Three of our picks for best powerline networking adapters, sit on a dark orange background with a white ethernet cable.

    The Best Powerline Networking Adapter

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    If you have dead Wi-Fi spots in your house, a powerline networking adapter like the TP-Link TL-PA9020P KIT may fix the problem.

  • Four cable modems lined up next to each other at an angle pointing left.

    The Best Cable Modem

    by Joel Santo Domingo

    The best cable modems are widely compatible and will last for years to come.

  • A TP-Link Archer A8 router sitting on a beige background.

    The Gear to Get Reliable Wi-Fi in Any Home

    by Haley Perry

    We've spent hundreds of hours testing dozens of routers, mesh kits, and extenders to find the best gear to get strong Wi-Fi throughout your home.

Projectors

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  • A movie projector with a bowl of popcorn next to it.

    The Best Budget Projector for a Home Theater

    by Adrienne Maxwell

    The BenQ HT2060’s good contrast, bright output, and impressive color accuracy make it our pick for the best budget home theater projector.

  • A room with movie-theater style chairs in it, facing a projector screen on a wall.

    The Best Projector Screen on a Budget

    by Adrienne Maxwell and Chris Heinonen

    A good projector screen is an essential complement to a home projector. We have recommendations for value-oriented fixed-frame, pull-down, and DIY screens.

Smartphones

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Storage devices

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Tablets

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  • An iPad in a Logitech Slim Folio case sitting next to a stack of books and a smartphone.

    Getting Work Done on an iPad

    by Haley Perry

    You can do a surprising amount of work on an iPad with the right gear. These are the best accessories for turning your iPad into a mobile work space.

  • A smartphone displaying an Adobe Lightroom app editing screen and situated between a couple printed photos and a black camera.

    The Best Photo Editing Apps for Android and iOS

    by Erin Roberts and Ben Keough

    If you wish your phone’s photos looked better, or if you just prefer editing images on your phone or tablet, Adobe Lightroom or Snapseed is the best choice.

TVs

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  • Four media streaming devices next to each other on a light yellow-green background.

    The Best Media Streaming Devices

    by Lee Neikirk

    The Chromecast with Google TV has all the features we look for in a media streamer, and Google’s interface is the best at finding and organizing content.

  • two people watching tv

    All the TVs Wirecutter Recommends

    by Wirecutter Staff

    Looking for a new TV but unsure where to start? Whether you want to shop by size, price, or purpose, we have recommendations.

USB-C

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  • A laptop with different kinds of power banks surrounding it.

    The Best Power Banks for Laptops With USB-C

    by Sarah Witman

    The Anker 747 PowerCore 26K is our favorite power bank for charging modern laptops as fast as possible while you’re on the go—no need to hunt for a power outlet.

  • Two Anker USB hubs plugged into a Mac laptop.

    Accessories for Your USB-C Laptop

    by Haley Perry

    We've tested the best cables, hubs, and dongles to help you connect your all your peripherals to your new laptop, even if it has only USB-C ports.

  • Three Anker USB hubs laying next to each other on an orange background. The hub on right is plugged into a laptop.

    The Best USB Hubs

    by Jason Cipriani and Nick Guy

    USB hubs offer the best way to add more functionality to a desktop PC or a laptop that lacks ports, and we have recommendations for almost every situation.

More Electronics Posts

  • The Asus VA24DCP showing sun over a lake as its desktop background.

    The Best Budget Monitors

    by Dave Gershgorn and Andrew Cunningham

    We researched and tested cheap monitors and found options that are good enough for most people.

  • Three of our picks for best white noise machines, including the LectroFan EVO and Yogasleep Dohm Nova, in front of a blanket on a purple background.

    The Best White Noise Machine

    by Joanne Chen and Annie Chou

    A white noise machine can mask irritating noises that make it hard to sleep or difficult to focus. The LectroFan EVO is the most effective option for the price.

  • A selection of various apple watch bands of different colors and types, and an apple watch in the middle with a gray band.

    Apple Watch Bands We Like

    by Haley Perry and Nick Guy

    The cheapest Apple Watch bands are uncomfortable and poorly made. We found great bands that look better, last longer, and don’t cost too much more.

  • A computer monitor next to one of the monitor arms that we tested to find the best monitor arm.

    The Best Monitor Arms

    by Melanie Pinola

    We researched and tested more than a dozen monitor arms and stands to find the best options to raise your screen and free up space on your desk.

  • Our pick for best 4K Monitor, the Dell UltraSharp U2723QE, shown next to an Apple Magic Keyboard, a mug and some notepads.

    The Best 4K Monitors

    by Dave Gershgorn

    If you’re a video-editing pro or love to watch high-res movies, the best 4K monitor is the Dell UltraSharp U2723QE.

  • Several Android phones laid out on a pink surface.

    The Best Android Phones

    by Roderick Scott and Ryan Whitwam

    Excellent Android phones come in all sizes at a variety of prices, but Google’s latest Pixels are the best you can buy.

  • Car keys and four cell-phone mounts placed next to each other, one holding a phone, against a green background

    The Best Car Phone Mount

    by Roderick Scott and Nick Guy

    No matter where you want to mount it, we’ve got plenty of options to keep your phone safely in view while you’re driving.

  • A laser printer pictured with office supplies.

    The Best Laser Printer

    by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells

    The fast, reliable, and easy-to-use HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M283fdw is the laser printer we recommend for most home offices.

  • Our top pick for best all-in-one printer, the HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e.

    The Best All-in-One Printers

    by Ben Keough and Kaitlyn Wells

    The HP OfficeJet Pro 9015e is our favorite all-in-one thanks to its ease of use, great print quality, and low cost of operation.

  • A person sitting in a living room, behind a projector with a bowl of popcorn.

    The Best Gear for a Home Theater System

    by Grant Clauser and Kathryn Rath

    We researched and tested to find the best-looking and best-sounding home theater equipment that will take your personal setup from functional to fantastic.

  • Snapshots of the best cheap(ish) things to have handy when you commute, including the TravelCard Plus, a Container Store Micro Mesh Pouch filled with chargers, and the Gerber Gear Dime.

    5 Cheap(ish) Things for Hybrid Office Workers

    by Melanie Pinola

    Whether you’re a hybrid worker or you regularly commute, here are a few of our favorite things to keep handy when you’re working away from home.

  • Two of the best AV receivers for most people, shown side by side.

    The Best AV Receivers for Most People

    by Dennis Burger and Adrienne Maxwell

    The Denon AVR-X1800H is an easy-to-use AV receiver that sounds great and has the necessary features to meet most people’s movie, music, and video-gaming needs.

  • Six compact mechanical keyboards in an assortment of colors, one plugged in, and a couple of keyboard keys scattered nearby.

    The Best Compact Mechanical Keyboards

    by Kimber Streams

    A compact mechanical keyboard takes up less space on a desk than a regular one—but you might need to be prepared to give up some keys in return.

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