Smartwatches
Garmin Instinct 3 vs Fenix 8 vs Epix Gen 2: Which Garmin Makes Sense for You
Two flagship-tier sports watches and a sleeper deal compared across hardware, battery life, mapping, sensors, and everyday usability.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 295 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Smart Trainers
Garmin Tacx Neo 3M vs Wahoo KICKR Move: Which Premium Smart Trainer Wins?
A detailed comparison of the two flagship moving smart trainers, covering price, movement, road feel, accuracy, connectivity, and support to help you pick the right one.
Cycling Tech
Garmin Varia View Review: A Front Headlight Camera Built for Capturing Incidents
After weeks of testing in daylight, night, and off-road conditions, here is how the Garmin Varia View front headlight camera performs on light output, footage quality, battery life, and value.
Stationery
10 Popular Gel Pens Ranked: Which Ones Are Actually Worth Writing With
From the Uni-ball One and Pentel EnerGel Clena to the Pilot G2 and Sakura Gelly Roll, we put ten popular gel pens through a hands-on ranking to find which ones earn their keep.
Bikes
Google Campus Bike Review: The Free Ride You Can Actually Buy
A hands-on look at the Google G bike, the free campus bicycle around 2,000 of which roam the Google campus, and the retail version sold at the Google Store.
Action Cameras
GoPro Anamorphic Lens vs Max Lens Mod: Which One Actually Fits Your Shooting?
A close look at the new GoPro Anamorphic Lens and how it stacks up against the Max Lens Mod, from 21:9 footage to everyday practicality.
Action Cameras
GoPro Mission 1 Pro: Your Biggest Questions Answered Before the Full Review
Battery life, HyperView, DJI Mic compatibility, USB-C to HDMI output, and more answers about the GoPro Mission 1 Pro based on weeks of hands-on use with beta firmware.
Craft & Stationery
Grabby 24 Days of Advent Calendar Joy Review: A Pen-Heavy Craft Countdown With Real Projects
Grabby's $99 craft advent calendar packs 24 days of pens, markers, watercolors and guided projects. Here is what is inside and who it suits.
Outdoor Gear
GRAYL GeoPress Review: The One Water Purifier Worth Your Money
Why the opaque white GRAYL GeoPress earns top marks, plus honest warnings about the UltraPress and the titanium bottle.
Craft Kits
Great British Tea and Biscuit Coaster Kit Review: A Charming DIY Craft Set Worth Hunting Down
A hands-on look at the Potted tea and biscuit coaster kit: air-dry clay biscuits, paint-your-own mugs, and what to know before you buy.
Stationery
H&M Goodballet Ebonite Rollerball Review: A Vintage Pen With Real Character
A deadstock anniversary rollerball from around 1980, built entirely from ebonite, with a lovely writing feel and a few practical quirks to know before you buy.
Planners & Journals
Hobonichi Hon A6: First Impressions After One Month of Memory Keeping
A month of daily journaling in the Hobonichi Hon A6: what works, what to know about the cover, and how the calendar layouts shine for memory keeping.
Planners & Stationery
Hobonichi Techo Buying Guide: Six Planners and What to Know Before You Pick One
From the A6 Original to the Plain Notebook, here's how to choose the right Hobonichi Techo format, size, and paper setup before you invest.
Running Shoes
Hoka Bondi X First Impressions: Max Cushion Meets Carbon Plate
Hoka puts a carbon plate into its most plush trainer. Our first run reveals a responsive ride, but some serious fit problems to weigh up before buying.
Running Shoes
Hoka Cielo X1 2.0 Review: A Serious Contender for Marathon Race Day
The Cielo X1 2.0 gets a lighter upper, a more aggressive rocker and a big weight drop, but its rearfoot instability will not suit everyone.
Running Shoes
Hoka Cielo X1 Review: A Road Racing Shoe Built for Hard Training Days
A dual-density PEBA racing shoe with a winged carbon plate that gets better with miles, plus a few quirks to know before buying.
Running Shoes
Hoka Mach 6 Review: A Bigger, Bouncier Everyday Speed Shoe
The Mach 6 gets a full slab of supercritical foam, a new rubber outsole, and more stack. Here's what that means for your faster daily miles.
Running Shoes
Hoka Mach X 2 Review: Tall, Plush, and Not Quite Living Up to the Mach Name
A closer look at the Hoka Mach X 2, its layered PEBAX midsole and stability-focused plate, plus two alternatives that cost less.
Running Shoes
Hoka Mach X3 vs Mach 6: Two Shoes, Two Very Different Personalities
Hoka calls one a lively trainer and the other a propulsive speed partner. After road time in both, the reality is more interesting than the marketing.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Mafate Speed 5 First Impressions: A Bold Trail Shoe Update Worth a Close Look
Hoka's new Mafate Speed 5 brings a dual-density midsole, a rocker-stabilising plate and a big price jump. Here's how it stacks up on the trails.
Running Shoes
Hoka Rocket X3 Review: A Stable Race Day Shoe for Heel Strikers, Plus Four Alternatives
A detailed look at the Hoka Rocket X3 carbon racing shoe, how it compares to the Hoka Cielo X1 2.0, and how it stacks up against the Rocket X2, Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 3, and ASICS Meta Speed Edge Tokyo.
Running Shoes
The Full Hoka Lineup Compared: Which Running Shoe Fits Your Stride
From the budget-friendly Rincon 4 to the premium Cielo X1 2.0, here's how each shoe in Hoka's current range stacks up for daily miles, long runs, and race day.
Running Shoes
Hoka Skyward X Review: A Tall, Plush Max-Cushion Shoe With Two Strong Alternatives
A close look at the Hoka Skyward X, plus two alternatives worth comparing before you spend: the New Balance SC Trainer version 2 and the Hoka Bondi 8.
Trail Running Shoes
Hoka Speedgoat 7 First Run Review: A Welcome Return to Form
After the disappointing Speedgoat 6, Hoka has rebuilt its popular trail shoe almost from the ground up. Here are our first impressions after a wet, muddy test run.
Running Gear
Holiday Gift Guide for Trail Runners: 14 Gifts Worth Wrapping This Season
From stocking stuffers under $60 to splurge-worthy shoes and gear, here are 14 gifts that trail and ultrarunners will actually use.
GPS Running Watches
Huawei Watch GT Runner 2 Review: Bold Dual-Antenna GPS Promises, Mixed Real-World Results
A close look at the Huawei Watch GT Runner 2, a running watch built around a new dual-antenna floating GPS design that promises big accuracy gains, and how those claims hold up against a Garmin Forerunner 970 reference.
Water Bottles
Hydro Flask Trail Series 21 oz Review: A Lighter Bottle for Travel and Trail
The Trail Series 21 oz cuts weight by around 25% versus the standard Hydro Flask, with a slimmer profile that fits most travel backpack pockets. Here is how the two compare.
Trail Running Shoes
Icebug Jarve RB9X Review: A Tough Trail Shoe Built to Go the Distance
A burly Swedish trail shoe with an aggressive outsole, protective upper, and impressive long-term durability potential at $179.
Running Apparel
inov-8 Performance Hybrid Jacket Review: A Warm, Breathable Winter Running Layer
A lightweight hybrid jacket built for cold walks, hikes, and runs, balancing warmth, breathability, and a water-resistant shell.
Trail Running Shoes
Inov-8 Trailfly Max Review: 100 Miles in a Deeply Cushioned Trail Shoe
After around 100 miles of training and racing, here is how the Inov-8 Trailfly Max stacks up on price, comfort, performance, and durability.