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Hohem iSteady Mobile+ Review

3.5

The affordable Hohem iSteady Mobile+ phone gimbal helps you capture smooth video while easily tracking subjects.

By Iyaz Akhtar
Hohem iSteady Mobile+ with tripod and case

Spill Review

3.5

Spill’s fun and self-assured Black identity, combined with unique social media features, promises an online community with good vibes, but there aren't many members yet.

By Jordan Minor
spill logo

Apple Arcade Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

Apple Arcade’s highly entertaining, curated catalog of premium mobile games is the perfect antidote for an ecosystem typically plagued by microtransaction money grabs.

By Jordan Minor
apple arcade logo

Jackson Hewitt Online 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

3.0

Although Jackson Hewitt Online has attractive pricing and covers all major tax filing topics, its user experience and help system fall short of the competition.

By Kathy Yakal
The Jackson Hewitt logo: The words "Jackson Hewitt" in blue on a white background, and "Tax Services" in black in all capital letters below it

Liberty Tax 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

3.0

Liberty Tax is a competent online tax preparation service from the well-known brick-and-mortar tax preparer, but a dated interface and gaps in guidance limit its appeal.

By Kathy Yakal
The Liberty Tax logo, which looks like a closeup of a flame on a torch, and the words Liberty Tax in all capital letters in red and blue to the right

Cash App Taxes 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

3.5

Cash App Taxes offers free, nearly comprehensive federal and state tax prep and filing in a slick interface, but it doesn't provide as much support as paid competitors.

By Kathy Yakal
Cash App Taxes Logo

TaxSlayer 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

4.0

TaxSlayer takes a deep dive into the 1040, providing comprehensive coverage of even obscure tax topics, though it would benefit from more context-sensitive, easy-to-understand help content.

By Kathy Yakal
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TaxAct 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

4.0

TaxAct offers extensive coverage of filing topics, an understandable interface, and enough help resources for those with existing knowledge of income taxes.

By Kathy Yakal
TaxAct logo

H&R Block 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

4.5

H&R Block's friendly interface, extensive coverage of tax issues, and ubiquitous help make it a superb choice for both simple and complex tax returns.

By Kathy Yakal
H&R Block

FreeTaxUSA 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

FreeTaxUSA is a robust and easy-to-use personal tax preparation service that supports all major IRS forms—including Schedule C—for free, with a modest charge for state returns.

By Kathy Yakal
FreeTaxUSA logo

Intuit TurboTax 2025 (Tax Year 2024) Review

5.0
Editors' Choice

A state-of-the-art design, exceedingly thorough coverage of tax topics, and next-level help content make Intuit TurboTax the personal tax preparation site to beat.

By Kathy Yakal
Intuit TurboTax logo

Dashlane Review

4.0

While pricey, Dashlane is easy to use and has helpful features like phishing alerts and VPN access that other password managers don't offer.

By Kim Key
Dashlane (Logo)

Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (2025) Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

Acer's potent-performing Chromebook Plus 516 GE has slick gaming features, including a high-resolution display and a customizable RGB keyboard, making it a tempting choice for cost-conscious cloud gaming.

By Brian Westover
Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE

Samsung Galaxy S25+ Review

4.0

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ offers a nearly identical experience to the Ultra, with leading AI and outstanding performance, in a slightly smaller, stylus-free design for less money.

By Iyaz Akhtar
Samsung Galaxy S25+

Asus Chromebook Plus CX34 (2025) Review

4.0
Editors' Choice

Asus’ update to the Chromebook Plus CX34 remains an excellent value, with a competitive processor and an approachable, comfortable design for the price.

By Matthew Smith
The Asus Chromebook Plus CX34

Trend Micro Maximum Security Review

3.0

Trend Micro Maximum Security provides licenses for many devices and comprehensive Android and iOS protection, but its core Windows security is weak.

By Neil J. Rubenking
Trend Micro Maximum Security

KSI Wombat Willow Pro Review

4.0

The Wombat Willow Pro is a something-for-everyone keyboard, with support for macOS, Windows, Bluetooth, and RF wireless, plus a full complement of keys on its small frame.

By Josh Gulick
KSI Wombat Willow Pro keyboard

8x8 Work Review

4.0

8x8 Work's exceptional call and video quality and easy-to-navigate interface make it a worthwhile VoIP service for businesses.

By John Brandon
8x8 logo

Munbyn RealWriter 402B Review

3.5

Munbyn's RealWriter 402B label maker would be far more impressive with a better print app for mobile devices, but the printer itself is a solid choice for shipping labels up to 4 by 6 inches.

By M. David Stone
Front view, showing output slot

LG MyView Smart Monitor (32SR85U) Review

4.0

The LG 32SR85U doubles as a 4K monitor and a smart streaming device. Although not perfect in either role, it's a good option for space-strapped buyers who want to minimize their number of screens.

By Tony Hoffman
LG MyView Smart Monitor 32SR85U