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Slip-on vs lace-up shoes: which fits better all day

Slip-on vs lace-up shoes: lace-ups hold the foot better for long days and sport, while slip-ons win for speed and ease. Here is the simple rule.

Camille LaurentSep 15, 20262 min read

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Beauty and personal care

Electric razor vs safety razor: which gives a better shave

Electric razor vs safety razor: electric is faster and kinder to sensitive skin, while a safety razor gives a closer shave for less money over time.

Camille LaurentSep 3, 20264 min read

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Tech

Power bank size: how big a power bank do you need

What size power bank do you need? A simple way to match capacity to your phone, plus when a bigger power bank is a worse buy for your day.

Amine HaddadSep 2, 20263 min read

Shoes

How to tell if running shoes are worn out: 6 checks

How to tell if running shoes are worn out: six simple checks for the sole, midsole, upper and fit, plus a rough guide on when to replace a pair.

Camille LaurentAug 27, 20264 min read

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How we compare

When neither option in a vs comparison is right

Sometimes neither option in a vs comparison fits. Here is how to spot the case, and what to do instead of forcing a pick between two wrong answers.

Amine HaddadAug 19, 20264 min read

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Home

Blackout curtains vs blinds: which blocks light better

Blackout curtains vs blinds: curtains block more light and some noise, while blinds give finer control and take less room. See which suits a bedroom.

Camille LaurentAug 6, 20263 min read

Several skincare bottles lined up on a white bathroom counter

Beauty and personal care

Chemical vs physical exfoliant: which one suits your skin

Chemical vs physical exfoliant: acids dissolve dead skin gently, while scrubs lift it by hand. Learn which suits sensitive, oily or dry skin and how often.

Camille LaurentAug 5, 20264 min read

A stand mixer and a hand mixer on a kitchen counter next to a bowl of flour

Appliances

Stand mixer vs hand mixer: which one do you need

Stand mixer vs hand mixer: a hand mixer covers most home baking for less money and space, while a stand mixer suits heavy dough and big batches.

Amine HaddadJul 30, 20264 min read

A WiFi router on a shelf in a living room with a sofa in the background

Tech

WiFi extender vs mesh system: which fixes weak signal

WiFi extender vs mesh system: an extender is a cheap fix for one dead spot, while a mesh system covers a whole home with one network name.

Amine HaddadJul 17, 20264 min read