RP Woodworks Editorial Team

For most households that want real home backup, the best portable power station in this group is the Anker SOLIX S2000. Its listing names 2,010Wh of storage and 1,500W of AC output, which is enough to keep a refrigerator, a Wi-Fi router, a few lights and phone chargers running through Read more

The TRENDOUX Winter Gloves for Men with 3M Thinsulate insulation are the best overall touchscreen winter gloves in this lineup. The listing pairs a thick thermal wicking lining with water resistance, a windproof cuff, and touchscreen fingertips, which covers the three things that usually go wrong with cold-weather gloves: they Read more

The ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced is the best overall smart thermostat for most heat pump homes. ecobee states that it supports heat pumps with two heat stages, two cooling stages, and one auxiliary heat stage, it ships with a power extender kit for homes missing a common wire, and it Read more

For most people shopping for rechargeable heated gloves, the MetroTesco Rechargeable Electric Heated Winter Gloves are the best overall pick. They pair a thin, touchscreen-friendly construction with a smart temperature and battery display, which takes the guesswork out of two things that matter most with battery-powered hand warmth: how hot Read more

The best packable down jacket for travel is one that keeps you warm in a cold airport or a chilly evening, compresses small enough to disappear into a carry-on, and shrugs off a light drizzle. Of the eight jackets we compared, the Orolay Women’s Lightweight Packable Down Jacket is the Read more

The best merino wool base layer for winter is a 100% merino set in the midweight range, roughly 250 grams per square meter, because it keeps you warm in the cold, manages moisture while you move, and is versatile enough for commuting, skiing, hiking, and sleeping in a cold room. Read more

The best leak detector for a washing machine depends on what you want it to do when water hits the floor. If you want the machine to stop feeding itself, a motorized shutoff kit such as the FloodStop 3/4-inch washing machine kit is the strongest answer, because it closes the Read more