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A selection of the best circular saws

We Tested the Best Circular Saws, and Our Favorite Is a Powerhouse We Tested the Best Circular Saws, and Our Favorite Is a Powerhouse

By Tom Scalisi, Glenda Taylor

A group of the best laser measures, still in their packages, grouped together on a table before testing.

After Testing These 9 Laser Measures and Speaking with an Industry Expert, Our Top Pick is a Must-Have After Testing These 9 Laser Measures and Speaking with an Industry Expert, Our Top Pick is a Must-Have

By Timothy Dale, Tom Scalisi

Gest Rolling Toolbags Group

After Researching 20+ Rolling Tool Bags, We Tested Our Favorites and Our Top Picks is a Game Changer After Researching 20+ Rolling Tool Bags, We Tested Our Favorites and Our Top Picks is a Game Changer

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

The Best Cordless Glue Guns Options

After Hours of Crafting, We Have a Clear Favorite Cordless Glue Gun After Hours of Crafting, We Have a Clear Favorite Cordless Glue Gun

By Michelle Larson, Carol Benton

The Best Drill Bits for Tile Options

After Drilling More Than 100 Holes, We Found the Best Drill Bits for Tile After Drilling More Than 100 Holes, We Found the Best Drill Bits for Tile

By Glenda Taylor, Bob Beacham

Five Wood Routers For Beginners on a wood deck

The Best Wood Routers for Beginners of 2025, Tested and Reviewed The Best Wood Routers for Beginners of 2025, Tested and Reviewed

By Mark Wolfe, Bob Beacham

The Best Bench Vise Options layout

We Tested Pin Nailers and Found the 6 Best Ones We Tested Pin Nailers and Found the 6 Best Ones

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

The Best Electric Snow Shovel Options

We Cleared More Than 4 Feet of Snow Last Winter with These Trusty Electric Snow Shovels We Cleared More Than 4 Feet of Snow Last Winter with These Trusty Electric Snow Shovels

By Tony Carrick, Zach Lazzari

The Best Crimping Tool Options

The Best Crimping Tools For Every Job, Tested and Reviewed The Best Crimping Tools For Every Job, Tested and Reviewed

By Bob Beacham, Tom Scalisi

Rotary Thread Standard Restore Kit on a workbench

Why I’m Adding this Rotary Thread Kit to My Tool Box—and You Should Too Why I’m Adding this Rotary Thread Kit to My Tool Box—and You Should Too

By Glenda Taylor

The Best Wallpaper Remover Option

The Best Wallpaper Removers of 2025 for Updating Your Home’s Interior The Best Wallpaper Removers of 2025 for Updating Your Home’s Interior

By Jasmine Harding

Main shot of wood lathe

The Best Wood Lathes of 2024 for DIY Woodworking, Tested The Best Wood Lathes of 2024 for DIY Woodworking, Tested

By Glenda Taylor, Timothy Dale

The Best Epoxy for Countertops Options

2025’s Best Epoxy for Countertops in Kitchens and Bathrooms 2025’s Best Epoxy for Countertops in Kitchens and Bathrooms

All soldering stations

We Tested the Best Soldering Stations, Here Are Our Top Picks for Seamless Joints and Repairs We Tested the Best Soldering Stations, Here Are Our Top Picks for Seamless Joints and Repairs

By Glenda Taylor, Tom Scalisi

The Best Socket Sets Options laid out in their cases on a cement sidewalk

We Tested the Best Socket Sets, and Our Favorite Offers the Most Versatility We Tested the Best Socket Sets, and Our Favorite Offers the Most Versatility

By Tony Carrick, Timothy Dale

Best of the Test 2024, Best Outdoor Power Tools

The 7 Best Outdoor Power Tools We Tested in 2024 The 7 Best Outdoor Power Tools We Tested in 2024

By Beth Cranston

Best power tool and DIY essentials for 2024, person using a dewalt miter saw

The Best Power Tools and DIY Essentials Tested in 2024 The Best Power Tools and DIY Essentials Tested in 2024

By Beth Cranston

group of several levels laid out on an unfinished wood deck

The Best Levels of 2024 for Construction and Renovation, Tested The Best Levels of 2024 for Construction and Renovation, Tested

By Mark Wolfe, Tom Scalisi

A group of the best jump starters with air compressors options on a work table next to a car with an open hood

The Best Jump Starters With Air Compressors Tested in 2024 The Best Jump Starters With Air Compressors Tested in 2024

The Best Electric Snow Blower Options

Clear Winter Weather With 2024’s Best Electric Snow Blowers, Tested Clear Winter Weather With 2024’s Best Electric Snow Blowers, Tested

By Mike Bruton, Tony Carrick, Zach Lazzari