Reviews

This Is Sonos’s New Perfect Entry-Level Speaker. Here’s Why
The Play is a portable speaker for the home. It's the best of both worlds.

This Is the Charger That Dodge Should’ve Given Us from the Get-Go
The Charger Daytona EV was a good start, but it's a car that really craves the old-school approach.

Does Last Year’s Award-Winning ‘Best Sports Watch’ Live Up to the Hype?
Hands-on with Chopard's coolest Alpine Eagle.

The 2026 Ford Explorer Tremor Is the Most Capably Badass Variant in Years
An Explorer hasn't been this all-terrain ready since it last had a truck-based ladder frame.

Subaru’s Rehashed Pseudo-SUV Gets a More Rugged Vibe, but Will It Strike Its Intended Target?
The choice overlander for the anti-SUV crowd is measurably better in almost every single way, until you look at it.
By Chris Chin

Hands On with the Prettiest Chronograph Watch of 2025
Last year's best-looking chrono shines just as brightly in 2026.

Is This the Best New Dive Watch of 2025? I Found Out
We've waited ages for Blancpain to release a compact Fifty Fathoms. Was the new 38mm diver worth the wait?

2025 Ford Expedition Tremor Review: 5 Things I Love (and 1 Thing I Don’t)
We took the latest edition of Ford's flagship family hauler off-roading in the Indiana backwoods. Here's what we learned.
By Eric Yang

Sonos One vs Sonos Era 100: Should You Upgrade?
Sonos still sells two entry-level smart speakers: the One and Era 100. What's the difference and should you upgrade?
By Tucker Bowe

Did a Heritage Japanese Hi-Fi Brand Make the Perfect Entry-Level Amp?
The all-analog Rotel A8 feels like a throwback to traditional hi-fi systems of the past.
By Tucker Bowe

This Is the Most Surprising Tool Watch I’ve Seen in Some Time
Some surprises are good, some not so good.

Is This the World’s Most Underrated Dive Watch?
Move over Rolex and Omega, this German tool watch would like a word.

This Charming Retro Motorcycle’s Most Illogical Feature Captured My Heart
Six decades ago, Moto Guzzi rotated its engine 90 degrees — and never turned back. Now that I've ridden the V7 Special, I understand why.

Does This Stunning New Knife Live Up to Its Looks? We Found Out
Drawing comparisons to Chris Reeve's iconic Sebenza, the Manganas Aurelia boasts notable distinguishing details and a nice price.

10 Takeaways from Testing the Rivian R1S Dual Max as an EV Outsider
Rivian’s outdoor-focused spirit is instilled in every detail of this three-row SUV

After Using This Smokeless Fireplace, I Don’t See the Point of a Real One
A low-commitment way to bring mid-century warmth to your home or yard.
By Hayley Helms

What Does Buffalo Trace’s Hottest New Whiskey of 2024 Taste Like?
Traveller Whiskey is a new brand from Buffalo Trace Distillery that's received tons of awards. Here's what we think of the 90-proof blended whiskey.

1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Review: An All-Time Classic Daily Driver
A vintage Merc can be a reliable, relatively affordable daily driver — if you're willing to put the work in.
By Chris Chin

Seiko 5 Sports Review: One of the Best Values in All of Watchmaking
I can't stop wearing this ultra-affordable tool watch. Here's why.
By Zen Love
