Camera Lenses
OM System 50-200mm Lens Review: A Lightweight Telephoto for Birds and Beyond
A hands-on look at the OM System 50-200mm lens on the OM-1 Mark II, including the MC-14 teleconverter, internal zoom, and bird photography focus settings.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 401 / 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.
Fountain Pens
Omas Bologna Ametista Profondo: A Resurrected Italian Classic Worth a Look
A piston-filled Italian fountain pen with an in-house 14k gold nib, diamond cast resin, and a design drawn from the 1930s Omas Bologna.
Fountain Pens
Omas Bologna Review: A Revival Fountain Pen with Real Personality
The revived Omas Bologna pairs shimmering diamond-cast resin with a smooth 14k gold #6 nib, though one detail on the cap divides opinion.
Fountain Pens
Omas Ogiva 222 Review: A Beloved Italian Name Returns
The revived Omas brand launches its first pen, the Ogiva 222, in blue saffron celluloid with an 18k gold nib. Here is what it gets right, and where it falls short.
Fountain Pens
Omas Ogiva Review: A Revived Classic With Old-World Charm and One Big Caveat
The revived Omas Ogiva brings back the beloved drop-shaped design, soft gold nibs, and Greek key detailing, now with a sturdier brass piston. Here is what works, and what needs fixing out of the box.
Fountain Pens
Omas Vintage 360 Review: A Distinctive Triangular Fountain Pen
A discontinued limited edition fountain pen with a triangular silhouette, translucent turquoise resin, and an 18 karat gold nib. Here is what makes it special and what to weigh before hunting one down.
Running Shoes
OMM Ultra Shoe Review: A Comfortable All-Rounder for Mixed Trail Running
The OMM Ultra Shoe balances cushioning, grip, and durability for long-distance efforts on varied terrain, with a Vibram Litebase outsole and a wide version available.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Boom Max Review: A Race Day Super Shoe for the Middle of the Pack
On's 40mm Helion HF trainer aims to bring race day tech to everyday marathoners, but the execution raises questions about whether this category is needed at all.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Boom Strike 2 Review: A Comfortable Carbon Racer That Struggles to Feel Fast
After a workout session and a 20-mile long run, the Cloud Boom Strike 2 proves supremely comfortable but falls short on speed, energy return, and stability underfoot.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Eclipse After 100 Miles: A Soft, Predictable Daily Trainer Worth a Close Look
After 100 miles, On's Cloud Eclipse holds up well, pairing CloudTec Phase cushioning with a de-emphasized speedboard for a squishy, easy-day ride.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Eclipse First Run Review: A Max Cushion Shoe With Real Versatility
The On Cloud Eclipse blends the Cloudsurfer's midsole tech with the Cloudmonster's speedboard for a max cushion ride that feels livelier than it looks.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Eclipse Preview: On's Softest Max-Cushion Shoe Yet?
A close look at the On Cloud Eclipse, a max-stack daily trainer with a huge Helion foam midsole, CloudTec Phase pods, and a speedboard placed low for stability.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Eclipse Review: A Max Cushion Trainer With a Firmer Edge
With 37mm of Helion foam under the heel and a double-layer CloudTec Phase midsole, the On Cloud Eclipse aims to be an easy-day trainer that can still roll through longer miles.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Eclipse vs Cloudstratus 3: Which Big-Stack Daily Trainer Wins?
Two On maximal-cushion trainers at the same price go head to head: the snappy Cloud Eclipse against the firmer, bulkier Cloudstratus 3.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Eclipse vs New Balance 1080 v13: Which Max Cushion Trainer Fits Your Running?
Two max cushion daily trainers, two very different rides. We compare stack heights, weight, fit and ride feel to help you pick between the On Cloud Eclipse and the New Balance 1080 v13.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Go vs Nike Pegasus 39: Two Daily Trainers, One Very Close Call
On's new budget daily trainer takes on the benchmark Pegasus 39. Both are enjoyable everyday miles, but one edges ahead on price, fit, and traction.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Soma First Thoughts: On's First Hole-Free Midsole Is a Big Change
On's new Cloud Soma ditches CloudTec holes for more foam, landing somewhere between a traditional trainer and a natural running shoe.
Running Shoes
On Cloudmonster 3 First Run Review: Comfort First, Speed Second
The On Cloud Stratus 3 is a plush, reliable daily trainer built for slow, comfortable miles, with a softer ride than earlier On shoes but limited versatility at a premium price.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Surfer 3 Review: A Surprisingly Solid Everyday Trainer
On's Cloud Surfer 3 gets a new supercritical midsole and grows into a genuinely runnable, protective everyday trainer, though the step-in feel takes patience.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Surfer First Run Review: A Grounded, Flexible Trail Shoe
On's Cloud Surfer ditches the classic cloud pods for a flexible one-piece Helion HF midsole with strong ground feel. Here's how it performed on a first 5-mile trail run.
Running Shoes
On Cloud Surfer Lineup Breakdown: Surfer, Next, and Max Compared
On's Cloud Surfer family ditches the speedboard for CloudTec Phase. Here's how the Surfer, Next, and Max differ and which one fits your running style.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Echo 3 Marathon Review: Fast, Direct and Demanding
An 18-mile marathon-distance test of On's newest carbon racer reveals a shoe that rewards good form and questions deep-mile protection.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Echo 3 vs Hoka Rocket X2: Which Carbon Racer Should You Buy?
Two new carbon super shoes go head to head on specs, fit, ride feel, durability and price to help you pick the right one.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Echo 3 vs Nike Vaporfly 3: Which Carbon Racer Should You Buy?
Two of the most talked-about carbon racing shoes compared on price, weight, fit, ride feel, and durability, with clear guidance on which suits your race day.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Echo Review: A Fast, Firm Racer for Short Distances
A snappy carbon-plated racing shoe with a striking speedboard feel, best suited to 5K and 10K efforts rather than the marathon.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Max Review: A Marathon Racer That Misses the Mark
On built the Cloudboom Max for the 4 to 4.5 hour marathoner, but a stiff ride, heavy weight, and rigid toe box hold it back at $225.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Strike: A 100-Mile Review of On's Best Super Shoe Yet
After 100 hard miles, the On Cloudboom Strike proves itself as a bouncy, durable, long-distance racing shoe with a fit worth checking before you buy.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Strike 2 Light Spray Review: Comfort-First Super Shoe That Finally Works for Speed
The Light Spray edition of the Cloudboom Strike 2 delivers a lightweight, comfortable ride that handles marathon-pace work far better than the standard version.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Strike 2 Review: A Softer, Quieter Race Day Contender
On's second-generation marathon racer trades firmness for a softer, bouncier Helion HF midsole and adds a distinctive CloudTec Sphere forefoot, with a Lightpray version available for those who prefer it.
Running Shoes
On Cloudboom Strike LightSpray First Run Review: On's Lightest Racing Shoe Yet
A first run in the On Cloudboom Strike LightSpray, a 330-dollar racing shoe with a robot-sprayed seamless upper and On's best performance midsole to date.