Before you buy a $700 self-cleaning litter box, see these 4 cheaper fixes
We compared 17 litter boxes, from simple high-sided pans to self-cleaning machines. These five cut down on scatter, odor and daily scooping hassle.
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Nina Brooks
Nina covers fitness, sleep, outdoor and pet gear, and she is a lifelong hiker and dog owner.
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Your dog sleeps up to half the day. These 5 beds are worth it, from about $40
We compared 19 dog beds on support, washability and durability. These five cover large and senior dogs, anxious nappers, chewers and tight budgets.
The 5 kids' gifts parents keep recommending (no batteries required for most)
Building sets, a screen-free audio player, an art kit and a scooter. Gifts with staying power that kids return to long after the wrapping paper is gone.
The 22-liter daypack hikers keep recommending (plus 4 more for every kind of trail)
We compared 22 hiking backpacks from Osprey, Gregory and Deuter. These five cover short day hikes, long days and overnight trips.
Before you spend $600 on a massage gun, see which 5 are actually worth it
We compared 13 massage guns on power, noise, battery and owner feedback to find five for different budgets and recovery routines.
We compared 20 camping tents. These 5 are worth it, starting at about $90
From a classic Coleman dome to ultralight backpacking shelters, these five tents cover car camping, family trips and the backcountry.
Always flipping to the cool side? These 4 pillows stay cooler all night
We compared 16 pillows marketed as cooling and kept the four whose materials and owner feedback actually back up the claim.
The $80 pillow side sleepers keep raving about (and 4 more worth a look)
Side sleepers need more height and support than most pillows offer. We compared 18 options to find five that fill the gap between shoulder and head.
Skip the $250 super shoes: these 5 running shoes cover almost every runner for less
We compared 25 popular running shoes on cushioning, stability, weight and value. These five handle easy miles, long runs and speed days.
One pair replaces a whole rack: the 5 adjustable dumbbells we'd actually buy
We compared 14 adjustable dumbbell sets on weight range, adjustment speed, footprint and owner feedback to find five worth your floor space.
Sore feet after a long walk? We compared 22 walking shoes and these 5 are worth it
From max-cushioned Hokas to a $90 Skechers slip-on, these walking shoes earn the most praise from owners for all-day comfort.