The top 20 products we can't stop talking about this year
Amanda Tarlton
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We're all about finding the latest and greatest things—but there are some products we just keep coming back to, time and time again. Because they're just that good. From the ever-popular Instant Pot to the cult-favorite Away luggage, these are the 20 things we can't stop writing—and raving—about.
1. This kitchen appliance with a cult following
It's no surprise that the wildly popular Instant Pot is one of the hottest gifts of 2019—and one of our most written-about products. But which model is our experts' top pick? The Ultra, because it has 10 different cook settings (from pressure cooking to steaming to slow cooking) along with updated safety features.
Get the Instant Pot Ultra from Amazon for $100.97
2. This smart speaker every home needs
If your home doesn't have a smart speaker yet, what are you waiting for? We're big fans of the 2nd-Generation Amazon Echo in particular because of its amazing sound quality and its far-field voice recognition, which means Alexa can hear you even when you're in another room.
Get the Amazon Echo (2nd Generation) from Amazon for $69.99
3. The number one robot vacuum
Vacuuming is one of the most hated chores in America, which is why robot vacuums have recently become so popular. Our favorite affordable one is the Eufy RoboVac. It picked up more dirt per run than any other model and is so quiet that it won't interrupt your conversations.
Get the Eufy RoboVac 11S from Amazon for $179.99
4. This iconic stand mixer
One of the most popular wedding registry gifts of 2019, this recognizable KitchenAid appliance is also our experts' top-rated stand mixer. Not only is it the quietest mixer that we tested but it's also incredibly easy to use and set up and has plenty of interchangeable attachments that can do everything from kneading bread dough to making pasta.
Get the KitchenAid Artisan 5-Quart Stand Mixer from Amazon for $299.95
5. These wildly popular earbuds
Walk down the street and you're sure to see at least one person with these tiny white earbuds. And our experts are just as obsessed with them, choosing AirPods as the best wireless earbuds of the year. During testing, they came out on top for comfort, sound quality, and battery life.
Get the Apple AirPods from Amazon for $169
6. This blender you can carry around with you
Eating healthy is hard enough as it is. Add to that the $12 price tag that comes with your favorite smoothie and it feels almost impossible. That's why our experts love the Nutri-Ninja, which we chose as the best personal blender we've ever tested. It outperformed other blenders in both speed and strength and is the perfect portable size to take on-the-go.
Get the Nutri-Ninja Fit Personal Blender from Amazon for $39
7. The best smartwatch
Fact: Not all smartwatches are created equal. The Apple Watch Series 4 outperformed every other smartwatch we've tested in every category. It's water-resistant and durable and easily syncs to your iPhone, so you can use it for everything from texting to making phone calls to listening to music.
Get the Apple Watch Series 4 from Amazon for $349
8. Our favorite Kindle
We've recommended the Kindle Paperwhite over and over (and over) again. That's because it's the best Kindle you can buy, with a brighter, crisper display and increased storage space that can hold thousands of e-books. Plus, the Paperwhite is the only Kindle that's waterproof and it allows you to download audiobooks to listen to on the go.
Get the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite from Amazon for $149.99
9. This oil diffuser to freshen up your home
There are so many benefits to using an essential oil diffuser, which is why everyone's talking about them lately. Of all the ones we tested, we liked this InnoGear diffuser the best—and not just because it's the most affordable one. Its large capacity means it can run for up to 11 hours straight and it has built-in lights that change color for added ambience.
Get the InnoGear Upgraded 150 mL Diffuser from Amazon for $15.99
10. This barista-worthy coffee maker
You love your soy vanilla latte from Starbucks but you don't love the price. Enter the Nespresso VertuoPlus, which we deemed our favorite pod coffee maker. It uses the special VertuoLine centrifusion brewing method to make a cup of coffee that tastes better than most single-serve machines (it's even a little frothy on top!) and is super compact so it fits right on your countertop.
Get the Nespresso VertuoPlus from Amazon for $122.49
11. The best slow cooker
What slow cooker is even better than a Crockpot? This Cuisinart one, according to our experts. When we tried out different slow cookers, it was by far the easiest to use and performed near perfect on every food test. It's also made of nonstick aluminum rather than ceramic so it's a cinch to clean up afterwards.
Get the Cuisinart 3-in-1 Cook 6-Quart Multi-Cooker from Amazon for $105.95
12. This essential for your Netflix binge session
No matter what your favorite show is (The Mindy Project for me, please), you need a reliable streaming device to make sure you never miss an episode. We recommend the Roku Ultra because it's compatible with almost every TV setup and delivers the best streaming experience across the board.
Get the Roku Ultra from Amazon for $98
13. The coziest weighted blanket
Take it from someone who is arguably the world's worst sleeper—weighted blankets are a game-changer. Here at Reviewed, we like the Gravity Blanket the best because it provides just the right amount of pressure (not too heavy, not too light) and feels extra luxurious and soft to the touch. Perfect for curling up with!
Get the Gravity Blanket from Amazon for $249
14. These headphones that block out every noise
We love Bose headphones as much as the next person but in 2019, this pair from Sony stole the spotlight. After hours of testing, we found that they're the best noise-canceling headphones on the market right now. Not only do they block out varying volumes of sound, but you can also control the level of noise cancellation depending on how much (or how little) you want to hear of the outside world.
Get the Sony WH-1000XM3 Noise-Cancelling Headphones from Amazon for $348
15. These boots everyone is obsessed with
Hunter boots may be a little pricey but they’re well worth the investment. One of our editors tried a pair for herself and loves how they keep her feet dry and warm. And not only are the waterproof boots stylish, but they’re also lightweight and comfortable so you can wear them all day long.
Get the Hunter Original Tall Waterproof Boot from Nordstrom for $150
16. This alarm clock for people who hate mornings
If you hate waking up (and who doesn't?), this is the alarm clock for you. And our editors aren't the only ones who love the wake-up light—it has more than 4,000 reviews on Amazon for being a more soothing and peaceful alternative to your average blaring alarm clock. People love that it wakes you up gradually by imitating the natural light of the sunrise.
Get the Philips Wake-Up Light Alarm Clock from Amazon for $115.18
17. This brilliant gadget with over 19,000 reviews
There are few things quite as disgusting as unclogging a shower drain. Enter the Tubshroom, which is all the rage on Amazon. According to its nearly 20,000 reviewers (and our own experts!), it’s a pro at preventing clogged drains because it catches hair, debris, and other disgusting gunk before it goes down the drain.
18. This must-have flashlight
A flashlight may seem like a strange product to be obsessed with, but hear us out. This one from Anker is infinitely more powerful than the one on your iPhone and even has a USB-rechargeable battery so you don't have to deal with constantly replacing AA batteries. On a single charge, it can last for up to 20 hours, which exactly what you need during the next power outage
Get the Anker Bolder LC90 Rechargeable Flashlight at Amazon for $29.99
19. The longest-lasting cast iron skillet
Your grandma was right—everything really does taste better when it's cooked in a cast iron skillet. We (along with 10,000+ Amazon shoppers) love Lodge skillets the most because they cook food evenly and are super durable so you can use them for years to come. Bonus: This one comes pre-seasoned so it's ready to cook with right out of the package.
Get the Lodge Pre-Seasoned Skillet for $33.99
20. This luggage that's all over Instagram
If you haven’t read about our love for Away luggage, you’ve definitely seen the sleek suitcases on social media. One of our writers (who’s obsessed with her Away suitcase) raves about how sturdy it is and how well it holds up when traveling. She also likes that it’s easy to wheel through crowded airports and has a compression system that’s perfect for over-packers.
Get the Large Away Suitcase from Away for $295
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