Home Smart by AE MindReviews of sleep and comfort gadgets, including sleep earbuds, adjustable beds, heating pads and massagers. Tested at home to help you rest better.
The best air purifier for a home with pets is the $169.99 Levoit Vital 200S-P, which adds a U-shaped second air inlet to pull in pet hair and takes an optional Pet filter that held its particle performance in lab testing, according to HouseFresh, an independent site that tests air purifiers. It was listed at […]
The best air purifier for smoke in the largest head-to-head test we found is the $179.99 Winix 5510, which pulled 3.9 million particles from the air in 30 minutes, according to Project Farm, a YouTube channel that buys every product it tests. It was listed at that price. That beat the original Coway Mighty, at […]
The best bedroom air purifiers run quietly enough to sleep beside and go fully dark at night, and the $85 Levoit Core 300-P lists both: a 24 dB sleep mode and a button that turns off every display light, according to its Amazon listing at time of writing. For a bedroom, noise matters as much […]
The best air purifier for allergies is the one that cleans a room six times an hour while staying quiet enough to leave on, and by that test the $164.99 AirFanta 3Pro is the value pick, according to HouseFresh, an independent site that says it has tested more than 100 air purifiers over five years. […]
Coway’s new Airmega Mighty2 beat the Levoit Vital 200S at both full power and quiet speeds in independent lab tests, but the Levoit costs $100 less and about $45 a year less to run, according to HouseFresh, which has tested both and named the Vital its pick for most people. On Amazon on Oct 17, […]
This Blue Pure 211i Max review finds a light purifier that moves a lot of air for its size and price. It pushed about 410 CFM of airflow at under 16 lb, according to Consumer Analysis, a YouTube channel that tests air purifiers, which also found it quiet for that airflow. The catch is filters: […]
In the Levoit Vital 200S vs Winix 5510 matchup, two of three testers picked the Levoit for quieter, cheaper running. At its fastest speed under 45 dB, the Vital cleaned a test room 14 minutes faster than the Winix, according to HouseFresh, an independent site that tests air purifiers in its own lab. Air Purifier […]
This Winix 5510 review finds a purifier that testers rank very differently. Project Farm, a YouTube channel that buys every product it tests, ranked it first overall after it removed 3.9 million particles in a 30-minute smoke test. Air Purifier First, a YouTube channel that tests purifiers, measured a 96% drop in PM2.5 in 60 […]
This Levoit Vital 200S-P review finds the $169.99 purifier is still the value pick for most people. HouseFresh, an independent site that tests air purifiers in its own lab, calls the Vital 200S the purifier it recommends for most people, and estimates about $100 a year to run it 24/7 at top speed. It lists […]
Coway’s Airmega Mighty2, the successor to one of the most recommended air purifiers of the past decade, cleared a test room of fine particles faster than the Levoit Vital 200S and Winix 5510 and stayed effective at quiet speeds, according to HouseFresh, an independent site that bought the unit with its own money and tests […]
I tested this KingPavonini Knee Massager to explore its heating, vibration, and red light features. In the video, I demonstrate the different settings, show how the wrap fits around the knee, and walk through the various combinations available through the touchscreen controls. In this KingPavonini knee massager review, I’ll cover what the KingPavonini Cordless Knee […]
I tested the Hiccapop Foam Bed Bumpers and here’s my experience. I placed them underneath the fitted sheet along the edge of the bed to see how secure they feel and how easy the installation process is. The foam design feels much softer and less bulky compared to traditional metal toddler rails, while still creating […]
I added this folding sofa bed to my home as a versatile place to relax, and it’s become one of those pieces of furniture that gets used in several different ways throughout the week. In the video, I show the different configurations and how easy it is to convert between them depending on what I’m […]
I tested the Ballast Pro Beach & Travel Pillow to see how it performs in different situations beyond traditional travel. In the video, I demonstrate how compact it becomes when deflated, how quickly it inflates, and some of the different ways it can be used whether you’re traveling, relaxing by the pool, or spending time […]
I tested the Sven & Son Harmony Adjustable Bed Base to see how its different positions and comfort features change the experience of relaxing in bed. In the video, I show the head and foot adjustments, Zero Gravity position, massage function, under-bed lighting, remote controls, and some of the other features built into this adjustable […]
I tested the Zyllion ZMA-30 Vibrating Peanut Massage Ball to see how it performs on different muscle groups and how the vibration modes compare. In the video, I demonstrate the various intensity settings and show how the peanut-shaped design can be used on different areas of the body. In this vibrating peanut massage ball review, […]
I tested this Comfytemp Shoulder Ice Pack Wrap to see how it fits, how easy it is to wear, and how the removable gel pack integrates into the compression sleeve. In the video, I demonstrate the fit, adjustment straps, and how the gel pack stays secured inside the shoulder wrap during use. In this Comfytemp […]
I tested these AIRHOP Exercise Equipment Mats as part of a home gym area in my backyard. In the video, I show the assembly process, the finished workout space, and how the mats perform while using dumbbells and other exercise equipment. In this AIRHOP exercise mats review, I’ll cover what the AIRHOP Exercise Equipment Mats […]
I tested this BedStory 3 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper on my queen-size mattress, which is also paired with an adjustable bed frame. In the video, I show how the topper fits on the mattress and how it conforms while the adjustable bed changes positions. In this BedStory mattress topper review, I’ll cover what […]
I tested this HONEYBULL Walking Cane to see how it performs during everyday use. In the video, I demonstrate the folding design, adjustable height settings, self-standing base, and how the pivoting foot adapts to different surfaces. In this HONEYBULL walking cane review, I’ll cover what the HONEYBULL Foldable Walking Cane is, the key features, how […]