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Almost any vessel that holds liquid—from measuring jugs to that half-finished glass of water on your desk—can be used to water your plants. But a well-designed watering can do it better, with less mess and considerably more style. We’ve tested nearly 50 watering cans on everything from houseplants to flower beds, with almost two dozen testers ages 9 to 70-plus. Our eight favorites are comfortable to use and easy to control, and many of them are downright gorgeous to boot. Everything we recommend A charming can with a beautiful pour: the Modern Sprout Glass Watering Can. Marki Williams/NYT Wirecutter A two-in-one watering can and spray bottle: the Time Concept Watering Can and Mister. Marki Williams/NYT Wirecutter An expressive design that’s excellent for larger pots: the Alessi Diva Watering Can. Marki Williams/NYT Wirecutter A versatile, plastic option under $20: the Qilebi Watering Can. Michael Murtaugh/NYT Wirecutter An heirloom-quality, enamel...

Listen and follow The Wirecutter Show Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube | iHeartRadio Caregiving can be one of the most meaningful roles you’ll ever take on—but it can also be overwhelming. Between managing appointments, medications, paperwork, and communication with family members or professional aides, there’s a lot to keep track of. In this episode, senior tech writer Rachel Cericola joins us to talk about the tools and systems that can help caregivers stay organized. From shared calendars to smart pill dispensers and even digital fax services, these gadgets and apps can lighten the mental load—whether you’re caring for an aging parent, a spouse in person or coordinating from afar. While this conversation focuses on supporting older adults aging in place, many of these tools can be helpful for anyone managing a busy household. This episode covers Why organization is critical for caregivers: Managing medications, appointments, meals, hydration, and commu...

A pallid gray porterhouse. A flabby pink turkey. Pulled pork with a jerky-like texture. These are just a few things we don’t want emerging from our grills, ovens, or smokers. Why, then, do so many of us play guessing games when it comes to meat doneness? I’ve been there, fretting at the thought of accidentally serving my friends and family under- or overcooked meat. Yet it turns out the solution is easy: Get a great thermometer. This is one of the few tools that can instantly increase a cook’s confidence in the kitchen. After testing 50 digital meat thermometers, we singled out the best models for various cooking scenarios. If you want a speedy, full-featured, reasonably priced instant-read thermometer, we recommend the Lavatools Javelin Pro Duo and the ThermoWorks Sizzle as solid, all-purpose picks. If you need something compact, waterproof, and super-portable, for camping or a beach-house barbecue, consider the ThermoWorks ThermoPop 2 . And if you want to invest a little more ...

If you’ve always just bought whichever extension cord happens to be sitting on the shelf at your local hardware store, you’re missing out on cords that are safer, more durable, and more flexible in cold weather. After spending more than 45 hours researching over 65 different extension cords, talking with two safety experts, and testing 12 of the most promising for flexibility—some even in zero-degree temps—we recommend the U.S. Wire & Cable 50 FT. Extreme All-Weather Extension Cord . Top pick The best extension cord U.S. Wire & Cable 50 FT. Extreme All-Weather Extension Cord With a solid power rating and durable construction, this cord can safely handle any job around a home or garage. Plus, it’s the most flexible cord we’ve tested, even in freezing temps. $75 from Amazon $78 from Walmart $65 from The Home Depot The U.S. Wire & Cable 50 FT. Extreme All-Weather Extension Cord offers an excellent combination of functionality and usability. The...