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How to buy a safe phone charger and cable for under $25
What to check on a phone charger and cable before you buy, so you get fast, safe charging for under $25 without paying extra for a brand name.
Manon Lambert3 min read
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Useful things that cost less than a lunch out.
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Power strip vs surge protector: which one do you need
Power strip vs surge protector: a plain strip only adds outlets, a surge protector also guards against power spikes. Here is when the extra cost is worth it.
Hamza Idrissi2 min read
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LED vs incandescent bulbs: which costs less over time
LED vs incandescent bulbs: an LED costs more at the shelf but less over its life. Here is the simple math, with round example numbers you can swap for yours.
Hamza Idrissi4 min read
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Things worth buying for under $25, and a few to skip
Small, useful buys that typically cost under $25 and get used every week, plus the cheap items and gadgets that end up wasting your money.
Manon Lambert3 min read
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Gifts under $25 that feel thoughtful, not cheap
Looking for gifts under $25 that feel thoughtful? Use these four rules and example ideas to pick a cheap gift that the person will actually use.
Manon Lambert3 min read
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Reusable water bottle under $25: steel or plastic
Reusable water bottle under $25: steel keeps drinks cold and lasts longer, plastic is lighter and cheaper. Here is which to buy and what to check first.
Hamza Idrissi2 min read
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A basic home tool kit for under $25
A basic home tool kit for under $25 covers most small fixes. Here is what to buy first, what to skip, and when a boxed kit beats picking tools one by one.
Manon Lambert4 min read
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Microfiber cloths vs paper towels: which costs less
Microfiber cloths vs paper towels? Cloths usually cost less within a few months if you wash and reuse them. Here is the math and where paper still wins.
Hamza Idrissi3 min read