The Best Backpacking Sleeping Pads, Tested on the Trail (2026)
Our top-pick sleeping pads from Nemo, Therm-a-Rest, and Gossamer Gear use high-tech materials to engineer the best sleep you can get outdoors.
Category: Buying Guide
Buying Guide
Best Laptops (2026): My Top Recommendations After Testing Hundreds
I’ve been reviewing laptops for over a decade, and here’s my advice on how to find the right laptop for you.
The Best Motion Sensors and Home Security Gadgets Without Cameras
If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested security devices.
Best RGB TVs (2026): My Picks After Testing the Hottest TVs
RGB TVs are the latest hotness in the world of televisions, and I’ve tested many of the latest models to see which you should buy.
The Best Robotic Pool Cleaners of 2026: Beatbot, iGarden, Dreame
Send the pool guy packing. Let one of these robotic buddies maintain your water quality instead.
Best Wi-Fi Routers (2026): My Honest Picks After Testing 40+
Don’t suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested home routers will deliver reliable internet across your home, whatever your needs or budget.
15 Best MagSafe Wireless Chargers (2026): Power Banks, Stands, Pads, and Travel Chargers
Top up your Qi2 Android phone or MagSafe iPhone with a magnetic wireless charging stand, pad, car charger, or power bank.
Best Bone Conduction Headphones (2026): Shokz, Suunto, Mojawa
Everyone needs a safe way to listen to music on outdoor runs. We’ve found the bone conduction headphones to grab on your way out the door.
Buying a Mattress in 2026? We Tested 100+ and These Were the Standouts
WIRED has tested 100-plus bed-in-a-box mattresses for a week each. Our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid, is the best bed you can buy online.
We Tried the Most Popular Mushroom Coffees. These Are the Best (2026)
“Coffee” made with functional mushrooms like lion’s mane and chaga is all the rage. We tried the most popular brands to find which were the most palatable.