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▼ + stars: | 2024-05-02 | by ( Insider Reviews Team | Les Shu | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

Janelle LeesonBelow is a sampling of some of the core products and services the Reviews team tests. Reporters enlist their cats, dogs, and other pets to help test products, while pet health articles are medically reviewed by veterinarians and supported by expert interviews. Insider Reviews' health articles are medically reviewed by doctors and other health professionals, and supported by expert interviews. Molly Allen/InsiderThe Reviews team tests products the way people would use them in everyday life. In addition to our in-house and freelance testers, we also have an internal council of volunteers and freelancers who help us test products and offer additional perspectives.

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Among the best body pillows, Coop demonstrates how an adjustable memory foam design can transform and customize your comfort with the Coop Sleep Goods Original Body Pillow. Coop Sleep Goods Memory Foam Body Pillow The Coop Sleep Goods Body Pillow is soft, supportive, and perfect for any body type. I found that the shredded memory foam did an excellent job of breathing and not trapping heat, a common problem with solid memory foam. AdvertisementThe bottom lineDespite these concerns, I really like the Coop Sleep Goods Body Pillow. Though one person's favorite pillow may be horrible for others, I strongly recommend that all side sleepers give the Coop Sleep Goods body pillow a try.

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And no air fryer exemplifies this more than the Instant Vortex Plus. Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven with ClearCook The Instant Vortex Plus was the best air fryer in our tests and features a window into the basket to monitor your food. It's a pricey appliance, but the Instant Vortex Plus is the best air fryer we've tested. Another great option is our best budget air fryer pick, the Beautiful 6 Quart Touchscreen Air Fryer by Drew Barrymore. AdvertisementThe bottom lineJames Brains/InsiderBased on my testing, the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer is the best to cook food evenly and quickly.

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Enter the large-capacity Ninja Foodi DualZone XL Air Fryer. Ninja Foodi 10 Quart DualZone 2-Basket Air Fryer (DZ401) The Ninja Foodi DualZone XL Air Fryer is like having two air fryers in one with two 5-quart baskets that cook independently. The Ninja Foodi DualZone air fryer features dishwasher-safe crisper plates and baskets, but I mostly washed them by hand for two reasons. In our guide to the best air fryer toaster ovens, the Oster Digital Air Fryer Oven with RapidCrisp takes the top spot. James Brains/Business InsiderThe Ninja Foodi DualZone XL Air Fryer is the best large-capacity basket air fryer we've tested.

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AdvertisementFor many home cooks, the best air fryer has joined the Instant Pot and KitchenAid stand mixer as a countertop essential. Check out our favorites:Best overall: Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven - See at AmazonInstant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven - See at Amazon Best value: Beautiful Touchscreen Air Fryer - See at WalmartBeautiful Touchscreen Air Fryer - See at Walmart Best toaster oven: Oster Digital Air Fryer Oven with RapidCrisp - See at AmazonAdvertisementHow does an air fryer work? AdvertisementHow to use foil in your air fryer"If you can put something in an oven, you can put it into an air fryer, " says Laurence — including aluminum foil. Here are three tips for using aluminum foil in your air fryer safely and effectively:Don't cover the holes. If you like making eggs and other bite-sized treats in the air fryer, consider air fryer egg molds.

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The best air fryers and best air fryer toaster ovens cook food quickly, make great gifts, are easy and safe to use, and so much more. Our top picks for air fryers Insider Reviews has tested over 40 air fryers to find the best ones on the market. Jen Gushue/Business Insider Best overall: Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven - See at AmazonInstant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven - See at Amazon Best value: Beautiful Touchscreen Air Fryer - See at WalmartBeautiful Touchscreen Air Fryer - See at Walmart Best toaster oven: Oster Digital Air Fryer Oven with RapidCrisp - See at AmazonHow does an air fryer work? In practice, what this means is achieving the Maillard reaction from hot air rather than hot oil. Plus, food also cooks faster in the air fryer thanks to the compact size and hot air circulation.

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☆ Business Insider Reviews: How we test the best kitchen products
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-29 | by ( Caitlin Petreycik | Lauren Savoie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

We rigorously test hundreds of products every year to find the best kitchen products. Cookware: From the best cast iron skillets to cookware sets, the Business Insider Reviews team uses product-specific sets of benchmark tests to recommend the best cookware on the market. Molly Allen/InsiderWe test kitchen products by using them every day for weeks — and often months — under real-life circumstances in our homes and kitchens. Lily Alig, editor Lily Alig Lily is an editor on the Business Insider Reviews team, covering the home and kitchen verticals. In addition to being Business Insider Reviews' mattress expert, James has extensively covered vacuums, air conditioners, air purifiers, and more within the HVAC space.

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Learn moreFrom soft-yet-durable sheets to powerful vacuums, the Insider Reviews team rigorously tests and reviews a wide variety of items for the home. We interview industry experts and do extensive research and testing to review the best lawn mowers, best paint, best drills, and more. James Brains/InsiderAdvertisementHow we test home productsWe test home products by using them every day for weeks and months. We test products as professionals to evaluate how each item meets industry standards, but we don't stop there. Her work spans from scoping out the best candles to meticulously evaluating the best vacuums.

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Learn moreCyber Monday deals are still going strong as evidenced by the amazing mattress deals we've been monitoring all weekend long. The 5 best mattress Cyber Monday deals todayLeesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,699.00 $1,999.00 Save 15% The Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress has great edge support and motion isolation. Casper Nova Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,871.25 $2,495.00 Save 25% The Casper Nova Hybrid mattress is our top pick for side sleepers and those who like a soft mattress. Best Cyber Monday mattress deals for back sleepersBack sleepers generally don't want their mattress to sink in too much. Browse more mattress deals at Casper | Leesa | Tempur-Pedic | BearMattress Cyber Monday FAQsWhat mattress brands are the best?

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Learn moreRight now, you can invest in a good night's sleep with a deeply discounted mattress, and the Cyber Monday Tempur-Pedic sale is one of the best ways to save. One of the top deals is $600 off the Tempur-Pedic Tempur-Cloud, our pick for the best memory foam mattress. We're spotlighting the best deals below, but you can shop all the Cyber Monday deals from Tempur-Pedic until December 5. Check out our roundup of the best Cyber Monday deals for deep discounts across home, tech, kitchen, beauty, and more. The best Cyber Monday Tempur-Pedic sale deals

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Right now, we're tracking the biggest discounts to be found during the Le Creuset Cyber Monday sale. For our guides to the best cast iron skillets and the best Dutch oven, we tested Le Creuset pieces and ranked them among our top picks. The best Le Creuset Cyber Monday deal is $150 off the Le Creuset Chef's Oven with a glass lid. The best Le Creuset Cyber Monday sale dealsLe Creuset Cyber Monday FAQsIs Le Creuset worth it? You can get great cast iron from more budget-friendly brands like Lodge Cast Iron, but we stand by Le Creuset for enameled cast iron statement pieces.

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Right now, you can get some of the lowest prices ever on top-rated items with the best Stanley Cyber Monday deals. One of the best deals is 25% off the Stanley IceFlow Stainless Steel Tumbler with Straw, which is the lowest price we've seen for this model. However, many Amazon Stanley deals beat the brand's website discounts, and other retailers are also offering great savings. For the biggest deals across home, kitchen, and tech, check out our hub where we're covering all the best Cyber Monday deals. The best Stanley deals on Cyber Monday

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Thankfully, the best Cyber Monday pillow deals are here to help you save on options that are perfect for different needs, including neck pain, travel, side sleeping, and more. We've tested dozens of pillows for our best pillows guide and are tracking discounts on our favorites. The best Cyber Monday pillow deals include our best budget pick, the Beckham Hotel Collection Gel Pillow, which is down to under $40 for a pair at Amazon (when you apply the coupon). These Cyber Monday pillow deals are only expected to last until midnight, so we recommend snagging them while you still can. The best Cyber Monday pillow deals right nowBrowse more pillow deals at Leesa | Tempur-Pedic | Brooklinen | ParachutePillow Cyber Monday FAQsWhat kind of pillow should you buy?

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One of our favorite Cyber Monday Christmas decor deals is Balsam Hill's 50% off sale. The retailer makes our top overall pick for the best artificial Christmas tree, the Balsam Hill 6.5-Foot Fraser Fir Artificial Christmas Tree, which is currently $400 off. Keep an eye on this article through the end of Cyber Monday, November 27, for more great Christmas tree and decor deals. Best Cyber Monday Christmas tree deals todayOur editors have assembled some of the best artificial Christmas trees and found that the top contenders are durable and look almost as good as a real tree when decorated. Best Cyber Monday Christmas lights deals right nowWhether your decorations are straight from a Hallmark movie or you tend to forget until the last minute, we've compiled a list of the best Christmas lights including smart lights, projectors, and everything in between.

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We tested more than 45 units for our guide to the best air fryers and are monitoring the best deals on our favorites. After testing, we found that the Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven is the best best air fryer toaster oven for small spaces: get it for 41% off at Amazon, a new all-time-low. Below we rounded up the best Cyber Monday air fryer deals. The best air fryer Cyber Monday deals todayThe best air fryer toaster oven Cyber Monday deals todayAir fryer Cyber Monday FAQsAre air fryer deals better on Black Friday or Cyber Monday? For more recommendations, check out our guides to the best small air fryers and best air fryer toaster ovens.

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We've tested nearly every Leesa mattress firsthand (see our Leesa mattress guide for more details) and we love the Leesa Sapira Hybrid — so much so that we named it the top pick in our guide to the best mattresses. Read our full Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress review for more on what we love about this mattress. The best Cyber Monday deals from LeesaLeesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,699.00 $1,999.00 Save 15% The Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress has great edge support and motion isolation. Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,799.00 $2,159.00 Save 17% The Leesa Sapira Chill Hybrid is an update to our favorite mattress, the Leesa Sapira Hybrid. Leesa Cyber Monday FAQsWhen will the Leesa Cyber Monday sale end?

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We tested more than 45 units for our guide to the best air fryers and are monitoring the best deals on our favorites. After testing, we found that the Ninja Foodi Digital Air Fry Oven is the best best air fryer toaster oven for small spaces: get it for41% off at Amazon, a new all-time-low. Below we rounded up the best Black Friday air fryer deals. The best Black Friday air fryer dealsAir fryer Black Friday FAQsAre air fryer deals better on Black Friday or Cyber Monday? For more recommendations, check out our guides to the best small air fryers and best air fryer toaster ovens.

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Read our full Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress review. The 5 best mattress Black Friday deals todayLeesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,699.00 $1,999.00 Save 15% The Leesa Sapira Hybrid Mattress has great edge support and motion isolation. Casper Nova Hybrid Mattress (Queen) $1,871.25 $2,495.00 Save 25% The Casper Nova Hybrid mattress is our top pick for side sleepers and those who like a soft mattress. Best Black Friday mattress deals for back sleepersBack sleepers generally don't want their mattress to sink in too much. Visit our Black Friday Leesa mattress deals hub.

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Today, November 24, we're sorting through every deal to find the best Le Creuset Black Friday sale discounts. Known for cast iron pieces that last for decades, Le Creuset is a favorite among professional and home cooks. So far, the best Le Creuset Black Friday deal is $150 off the Le Creuset Chef's Oven with a glass lid. The best Le Creuset Black Friday sale dealsLe Creuset Black Friday FAQsIs Le Creuset worth it? You can get great cast iron from more budget-friendly brands like Lodge Cast Iron, but we stand by Le Creuset for enameled cast iron statement pieces.

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Fortunately, Black Friday pillow deals are here so you can update your pillows and rest easy. We've tested dozens of pillows for our best pillows guide and are tracking the sales on our favorites. Check back often for the latest Black Friday pillow deals, and visit our main Black Friday deals hub if you are looking for deals in other departments. The best Black Friday pillow dealsPillow Black Friday FAQsWhat kind of pillow should I buy? If you'd like to see more of our favorite pillows, check out our guide to the best pillows.

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For Black Friday, we are seeing some of the best Stanley deals of the year and even all-time low prices in some instances. Items are marked down by up to 30% as part of the Stanley Black Friday sale through December 4. Right now, many Amazon Stanley deals beat the brand's website discounts, and still other retailers are offering great sales. For the biggest deals across home, kitchen, and tech, check out our hub where we're covering all the best Black Friday deals. The best Black Friday deals on Stanley

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One of our favorite Black Friday Christmas decor deals is Balsam Hill's 50% off sale. The retailer makes our top overall pick for the best artificial Christmas tree, the Balsam Hill 6.5-Foot Fraser Fir Artificial Christmas Tree, which is currently $200 off. Keep an eye on this article through the rest of today, November 24, for more great Black Friday Christmas tree and decor deals. Black Friday Christmas decor deals at a glanceBest Black Friday Christmas tree deals todayOur editors have assembled some of the best artificial Christmas trees and found that the top contenders are durable and look almost as good as a real tree when decorated. Best Black Friday Christmas lights deals right nowWhether your decorations are straight from a Hallmark movie or you tend to forget until the last minute, we've compiled a list of the best Christmas lights including smart lights, projectors, and everything in between.

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We tested more than 45 units for our guide to the best air fryers and are monitoring the best deals on our favorites. For instance, the best overall air fryer we've tested, the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, is at an all-time low price: $40 off at Amazon. Below are the best Black Friday air fryer deals. The best basket air fryer Black Friday deals todayThe best air fryer toaster oven Black Friday deals todayAir fryer Black Friday FAQsAre air fryer deals better on Black Friday or Cyber Monday? For more recommendations, check out our guides to the best small air fryers and best air fryer toaster ovens.

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That's why I'm spending Prime Day looking out for the gaming deals that are actually worth your money. I've been scouring Amazon Prime Big Deal Day's kitchen section to find Prime Day deals on kitchen items. Displays can vary a lot in performance, so figuring out which Prime Day deals on TVs are worth your money can be tricky. Some of the best Prime Day deals on printers include the Brother MFC-J1010DW, a budget multi-function unit that's less than $80. I'm also loving the Prime Day deals on Rivet furniture (read our Rivet review), including 15% off a leather sectional.

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While we've been sharing the very best Prime Day deals throughout the sale, there are some great finds our editors recommend snagging right now. William Antonelli, tech reporterAmazonI'm taking this Prime Day to upgrade some of the old gadgets I've got in my house. I go through many shoes when training for marathons, and Prime Day is when I pick up a new pair or two. Last Prime Day, I purchased the Asics Men's Gel-Nimbus 24 Running Shoes. These Prime Day deals most certainly took a bite out of my wallet, but at a fraction of the price you'd normally pay for these items.

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