Running Shoes
Adidas Prime X Strung OG vs Puma MagMax Nitro: Two Takes on Super Max Cushion
Two towering max-stack trainers take very different approaches: a 50 mm race-foam rocket and a wide, stable souped-up trainer.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 452 / 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.
Running Shoes
Adidas Prime X2 Strung: Marathon-Distance Impressions
A comfortable, propulsive super shoe that shines as a long-distance training companion rather than a race-day weapon.
Running Shoes
Adidas Solar Glide 5 vs Ultraboost 22: Which Daily Trainer Should You Buy?
Two new Adidas trainers with a lot in common but very different price points and personalities. Here is how they compare for everyday running.
Running Shoes
Adidas Supernova Rise First Run: A Protective Daily Trainer With a Dense PEBA Edge
The Supernova Rise blends a Dreamstrike Plus midsole with firmer EVA support rods for a stable, cushioned everyday ride that sits naturally alongside the Nike Vomero 17 and Pegasus.
Running Shoes
Adidas Takumi Sen 8 First Run Review: A Lightweight Racer That Rewards Hard Efforts
A demanding interval session and 10k block gave us a first proper look at Adidas's low-stack racing shoe. Here is how it performed.
Trail Running Shoes
Adidas Terrex Agravic 3 First Run: A Reliable, Accessible Trail Shoe
An eight-mile first run on hard-packed trails reveals a well-balanced, comfortable trail shoe with workhorse appeal at a keen price.
Trail Running Shoes
Adidas Terrex Agravic GORE-TEX First Run: A Protective Trail Shoe for Mixed Conditions
A 12K test across muddy, sloppy and firm forest trails reveals a well-protected GORE-TEX trail shoe with a balanced ride and a snug fit worth sizing up for.
Trail Running Shoes
Adidas Terrex Agravic Speed Ultra First Run Review: A Trail Super Shoe That Refuses to Compromise
Adidas takes the road super shoe formula off-road with Lightstrike Pro foam, energy rods, and an aggressive rocker. Fast and thrilling, but stability is the trade-off.
Running Shoes
Adidas Ultra Boost 5 First Impressions: Boost Is Back, But Is It Enough?
The Ultra Boost 5 brings a lighter, re-engineered Light Boost midsole, a bigger stack, and a refined Primeknit upper. Comfortable and competent, but the price raises questions.
Running Shoes
adidas Ultraboost 22 Review: A Running Shoe Built Around Women's Feet
The Ultraboost 22 was designed by an all-female team specifically for female runners, with a narrower heel, refined arch support, and a comfier upper than its predecessor.
Running Shoes
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3 vs Nike Alphafly Next% 2: Marathon Super Shoe Showdown
Two flagship carbon racing shoes go head to head for marathon duty, comparing fit, stability, energy return, and value.
Trail Running Shoes
Allbirds Trail Runner SWT First Runs: An Eco-Friendly Trail Shoe With Trade-Offs
First-run impressions of the Allbirds Trail Runner SWT, a plant-based trail shoe that trades some performance for sustainability.
Running Shoes
Allbirds Tree Flyer Review: A Sustainable Daily Trainer with Trade-Offs
Allbirds' most performance-focused running shoe yet, built on castor bean Swift Foam and eucalyptus fibre uppers, but it still asks you to give up some performance.
Travel Backpacks
How to Pack the Alpaca Elements Travel Backpack: Real Capacity, Cubes, and Layout
The Alpaca Elements is listed at 35 L but packs closer to 28 L. Here is how to fill it with the right packing cubes without bulging the exterior pockets.
Running Shoes
Altra Forward Via Review: A Max Cushion Road Shoe With a Firm Edge
Altra's Forward Via brings a new super critical EGO Flow midsole and a 4mm drop to a foot-shaped road shoe, but the ride is firmer than the Max cushion label suggests.
Running Shoes
Altra Torin 8 Review: A Zero Drop Daily Trainer That Wins Back Some Trust
The Altra Torin 8 pairs a wide anatomical toe box and zero drop platform with a softer, more flexible ride than its predecessor. Here's how it performed on an 8.4-mile first run.
Running Shoes
Altra Via Olympus 2 First Run Review: Plush Zero-Drop Comfort
A max-cushioned, zero-drop road shoe with a softer EgomaX midsole, roomy FootShape toe box, and stability for easy miles.
Running Watches
Amazfit Cheetah 2 Pro Review: A Premium Running Watch With a Value Catch
A sleek titanium GPS running watch loaded with training features and strong battery life, but with some polish missing where it counts.
Smartwatches
Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro Review: Great Hardware, Rough Navigation
A rugged smartwatch with a built-in flashlight, offline route generation, and a speaker, sold at a price well below the premium competition, but with serious software trade-offs.
Fountain Pens
Andrew Lensky Grandeur Review: A Large Handmade Ebonite Fountain Pen With Character
A handmade large ebonite fountain pen from Ukraine with a clever vintage-style filling system, red ebonite accents, and room for a number eight nib.
Travel Tech
Anker Nano Travel Adapter vs Minx 65W GaN Charger: Which Travel Charger Fits Your Trip?
A slim all-in-one travel adapter or a compact high-wattage GaN charger? We compare size, weight, ports, and real-world charging power to help you pick.
Running Headphones
Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro Review: Audiophile Sound for Runners, With Caveats
Powerful, bass-forward true wireless earbuds with personalized ANC and strong battery life, held back by touch controls and a fit that demands patience.
Earbuds
Apple AirPods 3 Review: A Likeable Upgrade for Runners That Costs Too Much
The AirPods 3 bring better battery life, spatial audio and MagSafe charging, but a high price and an open fit hold them back for serious sports use.
Headphones
Apple AirPods Pro 2 Review: A Solid Upgrade for Runners and Everyday Listeners
The AirPods Pro 2 bring noticeably better noise cancellation, a bigger and richer sound, and useful extras like a case speaker and lanyard loop, all at the same launch price as the original.
Wearables
Apple Watch SE (2nd Gen) Review: The Sports Value Pick at $249
A close look at the 2022 Apple Watch SE, how it compares to the Series 8, and why it's surprisingly hard to beat for running, triathlon, and everyday tracking.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Series 7 First Run Review: A Modest Step Forward for Runners
The Series 7 brings a bigger, brighter screen and better durability, but the running experience stays largely the same. Here is what matters before you buy.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Series 7 Running Review: Still the Best Smartwatch for Runners
A month of real run testing with the Apple Watch Series 7, covering the bigger screen, GPS accuracy, heart rate performance, battery life, and the running apps that make it shine.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Series 8 Review: A Sports-Focused Look at Apple's Smartwatch
Tested through running, cycling, swimming, indoor workouts, and a triathlon, the Apple Watch Series 8 pairs modest new hardware with major watchOS 9 fitness upgrades.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Ultra 3 vs Series 11: Which Apple Watch Should You Buy?
Both watches run the same watchOS 26 feature set, but satellite messaging, battery life, diving, and price split them. Here is how the differences actually stack up.
Smartwatches
Apple Watch Ultra 4 vs Apple Watch Series 12: Which One Should You Buy?
Two new Apple Watches, two very different price points. Here is how the Ultra 4 and Series 12 differ in real life, and who each one is actually for.