Under $100
A work backpack under $100: six checks before you buy
How to pick a work or school backpack under $100, from laptop fit to zips and straps, with a cost-per-day check so you know it is worth the price.
Manon Lambert3 min read
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Under $100
Shoes for standing all day under $100: what to look for
Shoes for standing all day under $100: how to check cushioning, fit and the sole, plus when an insole is cheaper than new shoes. General advice only.
Manon Lambert6 min read
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Carry-on luggage under $100: what to check before you buy
How to choose a carry-on under $100, soft shell versus hard shell, the airline size rules to check, and the warning signs of weak luggage.
Hamza Idrissi3 min read
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Mattress topper under $100: will it fix a bad bed
Will a mattress topper under $100 fix a bad bed? It can soften a firm mattress, but it cannot fix a sagging one. Here is how to tell and what to buy.
Hamza Idrissi4 min read
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Office chair under $100: what to check before you sit
Office chair under $100: the five checks that matter, what a cheap chair usually gets wrong, and when to buy used instead of paying for a new one.
Manon Lambert6 min read
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Winter coat under $100: how to stay warm for less
Winter coat under $100: warmth comes from fill, fit and layers more than the price. Here is how to pick a coat that lasts, with a cost per winter table.
Manon Lambert3 min read
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Monitor under $100: size, panel and ports to check
A monitor under $100 can work well for home and office if you check size, panel type and ports. Here is what to look at and what the price will not give you.
Hamza Idrissi4 min read
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Vacuum cleaner under $100: corded, stick or handheld
Vacuum cleaner under $100: a corded upright or stick usually cleans best for the money. Here is how to choose by floor type, with checks before you buy.
Manon Lambert4 min read