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We put five popular boot dryers through a week of wet-weather testing to see which ones dry quickly, run quietly, and last a long time.

Most holiday decorating schemes center around fully adorned yuletide trees. These stands show off these festive masterpieces in all their glory.

Banishing dirt, dust, and debris from stairs can be a daunting task. The right vacuum can help you get the job done with fewer backaches and less sweat.

Mammotion robot mowers are highly rated, reliable, and deeply discounted right now.

Save on tools from major brands like DeWalt, Craftsman, Bosch, and more.

Jackery’s portable power stations, solar panels, and home backup units are deeply discounted ahead of winter outages – up to 50% off.

Top-rated Makita LXT tools, batteries, and accessories are discounted early, with top picks for drilling, cutting, and fastening already marked down well ahead of Black Friday.

Cordless trimmers, blowers, pressure washers, and mower kits are all discounted early—smart replacements and upgrades for fall cleanup or next spring’s yardwork.

Wood-burning bowls, smokeless stainless fire pits, and propane fire pit tables are already discounted across major retailers, with solid options for patios, decks, and backyards heading into winter.

Get free tools and major markdowns on popular DeWalt tools at Home Depot's early Black Friday sales.

Lowe’s is rolling out rare pre–Black Friday markdowns on Bosch 18V tools, including two strong free-tool offers and a budget-friendly brushless drill.

Bosch drills, drivers, sanders, and batteries are discounted ahead of Black Friday, giving DIYers access to proven performance without premium pricing.

Pre-lit, flocked, slim, and full-size artificial trees are already marked down across major retailers, with standout discounts on trusted brands like National Tree, Glitzhome, Costway, and Holiday Bright Lights.

Save on top-rated Ryobi tools and accessories during Home Depot’s early Black Friday sale.

Act fast, these Ego 56V chargers are marked down to $15.

Home Depot is rolling out steep early Black Friday markdowns on Makita batteries, saws, and brushless tools—plus one of the best free-tool promos of the season.

Bosch drills, drivers, sanders, and batteries are discounted ahead of Black Friday, giving DIYers access to proven performance without premium pricing.

Make the hustle and bustle of thanksgiving easier with the right tools.

From kamado-style heat control to stainless-steel burners, these Early Black Friday grill deals deliver strong cooking performance at every price point.

EcoFlow’s portable power stations, power banks, and solar generators are seeing steep markdowns ahead of winter—strong options for backup power on tighter budgets.