Ray Prince

Choosing the best shipping and postal scale could mean the difference between overinflated package shipping costs and an accurate reading every single time. Our evaluation focused on accuracy, weight capacity/increments, design (handheld vs. tabletop), and auxiliary features such as LCD screen, backlight quality, among other features. After more than 12…

Choosing the best clipboard for work could mean the difference between uneven handwriting or a reliable writing surface to write and store papers with. Our evaluation focused on design, construction, paper capacity, and ergonomics. After more than 12 hours of research and testing, our pick for the best clipboard for…

Choosing the best seafood forks for your meal could mean the difference between a messy plate of seafood and a well-eaten affair. Our evaluation focused on hand comfort, aesthetics, food-safe materials, and length/size. After more than 12 hours of research and testing, our pick for the best seafood fork for…

Choosing the best pie plate for pies and quiches could mean the difference between an unevenly cooked atrocity or a pie baked well with even browning and consistency. Our evaluation focused on construction (glass vs. stoneware), aesthetics, food safety, heat conduction/tolerance, and ease of cleaning. After more than 12 hours…

Choosing the best wearable blanket to relax in could mean the difference between shivering cold and a poor fit and a nice, snug blanket with appropriate sized foot pockets and arms sleeves. Our evaluation focused on materials, design/aesthetics (e.g. pockets), heat conduction, and ease of cleaning. After more than 12…

Choosing the best jar spatula could mean the difference between jamming a flimsy oversized spatula head in a narrow bottle and scraping out every last bit every time. Our evaluation focused on ergonomics (e.g. long narrow, curved head), material/construction, handle, and safety (BPA-free, etc.). After more than 12 hours of…

Choosing the best USB charger cube could mean the difference between a partial charge and a full charge every time. A reliable USB charger cube comes in handy to power your devices exactly when needed. Our evaluation focused on output (amps, watts, and volts), number of ports, size/dimensions, and auxiliary…

Choosing the best whiskey decanter could mean the difference between a balanced tasting whiskey and a sordid affair. Consider it a perfect gift for the enterprising wine connoisseur. In determining the best dry bar whiskey decanter to buy, we explored design (shape, airtight seal, etc.), ease of cleaning/pouring, capacity, and…

After more than 16 hours of research and testing, our pick for the best 4K Blu-ray player goes to the Sony Ultra HD 4K Blu-ray player. This is an absolute dynamo, supporting Dolby Vision for outstanding color depth and contrasts. Audio is on point with no distortion or compression and…

After more than 12 hours of research and testing, our pick for the best hearing protection goes to the Peltor Sport Tactical 300 Electronic Hearing Protection. It is an all-around winner with a high 24dB noise reduction rating, SMART technology-enabled amplification, and a low profile design that matches well with…

The best car floor mats channel and repel water, mud, snow, and other debris with ease, keeping your vehicle’s carpet clean. Our evaluation criteria focused on floor mats vs. floor liners, construction, ridged edge and tread patterns, car/truck compatibility (or fi)t, inclusion of 1st and 2nd row, cleaning method, and…

After more than 16 hours of research and testing, our pick for best carving knife goes to the Dalstrong Carving Knife. This carving knife is very well-rounded with a 12″ German steel blade, 56+ Rockwell hardness-rating, and a comfortable ergonomic handle that makes it easy to hold. Choosing the best…

After more than six hours of research and testing, our pick for best door stop goes to the Wundermax Door Stop. It has a flexible, odorless rubber construction with a sloped design, ridged surface, and an anti-slip bottom that provides excellent traction on all kinds of floors. No door hardware…

Choosing the best earplugs for sleeping could mean the difference between disturbed sleep and a blissful affair. Our evaluation focused on the type (in-ear or over-ear), allergies (material type), effectiveness, and auxiliary features such as carry cases and attached cords for easy removal. After more than 16 hours of research…

The best photo box are an integral part of a photographer’s toolkit, allowing them to snap product photos with crisp backgrounds and shadow-free illumination. Our scoring criteria focused on color rendering index rating (CRI), ease of assembly, light distribution, and portability. We also explored auxiliary features such as built-in LED lighting,…