With everything connected to the Internet, you probably wish your toothbrush is, too. And guess what, this ultra powerful Oral B electric toothbrush is just the answer to what you have been looking for.

The Oral-B 7000 is the first of its kind in that it comes with Bluetooth connectivity that will allow the toothbrush to communicate with an app installed on your smartphone. The app is not just there to monitor your brushing habits but it also helps motivate, focus, track and sense it so you stick with your routines and achieve clean and healthy teeth.

In terms of brushing modes, this Braun electric toothbrush definitely comes packed with a lot of power. With it, you can switch to different modes including gum care, sensitive, whitening, deep clean and tongue cleaner but you can also opt to use different types of Oral-B replacement heads.

Another cool feature that we love about this Oral-B toothbrush is that has a pressure sensor which will let you know if you are brushing too hard. You certainly do not want to hurt your gums, right? The Bluetooth technology, pressure sensors and brush head compatibility are our reasons for putting this one in the number one spot.

This is also one of the best tooth brush choices out there for receding gums and for kids and adults with braces

The Sonicare DiamondClean is considered as the most loved and the best electric toothbrush for many American consumers and their dentists, so it isn’t surprising why it is on the top of our list.

From the name itself, the Sonicare toothbrush uses sonic technology to power itself up and clean the teeth up to seven times better than a manual toothbrush can. It comes with seven different brushing modes, all guaranteed to help get those healthy and beautiful pearly whites. If you have trouble taking coffee, tea or tobacco stains off of your teeth, this toothbrush will help you with just that. You can get whiter teeth within just a week of using the DiamondClean and healthier gums in two weeks.

But, another thing we really love about this Philips toothbrush is that it comes with amazing technology. The glass that comes with the package has a conduction technology so that it charges a resting toothbrush, as long as it is connected to the charging base. Even its travel case charges the toothbrush if you connect it via USB or plug it to a wall. Cool, huh?

Sonicare toothbrushes also have a timer to let encourage you to brush for two minutes and a Quadpacer that will tell you to change quadrants every 30 seconds. And, unlike other electric toothbrushes in the market, this one also has an illuminated display which gives off an even more high-tech feel.​

While there is no doubt that its sleek, modern design and the cool charging stations make it a strong contender against the Oral B toothbrush, we feel like it cannot compete with the Bluetooth technology and brush head compatibility. We will have to bring this one to the second spot on our list.

Running at almost 40,000 strokes per minute, this ultrasonic toothbrush is among the fastest and most powerful in the market. It basically works much like its many expensive counterparts but at nearly a third of the cost.

What we love most about this Pursonic electric toothbrush is the package inclusions. Just think about it, at less than $50, you do not only get the actual electric toothbrush but you also get four other brush heads for the rest of the family to use, 12 replacement heads and a docking station that charges the brush. The docking station itself leaves a very small footprint on your sink so you do not have to worry about your toothbrush set taking up a big space. Its space-saving stand already holds the toothbrush and the four other brush heads. Even its travel case can carry up to six brush heads.

If you are worried about its cleaning power, don’t be. Just try and feel your teeth after running 40,000 strokes each minute and you will clearly notice the difference. It also has a 2-minute timer and a 30-second vibrating to alert you that is time to change quadrants of your mouth.

We just had to push this one down to number three because we do not feel that its three brushing modes are sufficient enough to remove those stubborn coffee stains in our teeth.

The right oral hygiene routine is never complete without flossing but the latter can be so inconvenient at times, we tend to skip it and just go with brushing instead. The Waterpik Complete Care might just be the best toothbrush and flossing system available in the market as it comes with everything that you need to make sure that your teeth remains squeaky clean at the end of each day.

This one comes with a unique flossing system that uses water pressure to clean in between teeth and below the gum line. This means that even if you have braces, crowns, implants or periodontal pockets, you can still get to those hard-to-reach areas without a hassle. It uses 10 to 100psi which you can customize and take full control of and ensure you do not make a mess during the cleaning process. You can even use warm water if you have sensitive teeth or add mouthwash for extra cleaning power.

While the entire kit looks very intimidating with its use water reservoir, it does come with a premium travel case that can store both the brush and the tip. This one also has a smaller version for kids to use. Truly, we love the Waterpik for its flossing action but this might not be the best choice for an oral hygiene system for the frequent travelers. Not only is the kit huge, its voltage is only compatible within North America and its warranty may become void if used outside of North America. The size and incompatibility issues bring this complete kit to the fourth position on our list.

Searching for the best electric toothbrush available in the market is a tough job but we have found one that competes well enough to make it to the fifth spot in our list.

The iBrush sonic toothbrush is one that has been designed by a dentist with the patients in mind. We love that it works quite well, especially when competing against the big names, and yet it costs less than half the price of the branded electric toothbrushes.

While this electric toothbrush only works in three seemingly gentle modes (normal, soft and massage), it does run up to 48,000 strokes per minute which means that it can definitely take out all those plaque and bacteria trying to build inside your mouth. Coffee, tea and tobacco stains? Worry not because this extremely powerful toothbrush will do all the hard work for you.​

Of course, it also comes with standard electric toothbrush features such as a two-minute timer to get you to brush and clean your teeth for a full two minutes as well as a 30-second QuadSense technology to make sure you go through all the quadrants of your mouth. But, the iBrush is not just everything that the other toothbrushes are made of. What makes it stand out from the rest is its UV Sanitizing Light which continues to clean the iBrush even after using and rinsing it. It’s quite good because, pretty sure, we won’t get everything out in just one rinse. Once you replace the cap on the iBrush, the UV light automatically turns off and does its job.

We also love that the iBrush comes with a water-resistant docking station – scary to have this one near the sink, otherwise – and it uses ion technology so you will never overcharge your iBrush. Despite all these awesome features, we think that the iBrush still has a lot to improve on. Adding a travel pack to the kit could also help bring it to a position higher than the fifth spot.​

Perhaps the best of the best in terms of baby carriers for twins or multiple kids is this one from Twingaroo.

What do we love about using this twin baby carrier? Well, for starters, it is made from 100% cotton and also comes with a great design to ensure that the kids inside stay in the best and most comfortable position even during extended periods. Children are supposed to stay in a frog position inside carriers and its super wide base is able to support just that.

As for the parent, this twin carrier comes with a wide belt that allows proper distribution of wealth and optimal support so you do not hurt your back, side or any other part of your body in the process. It is also well padded so that the straps do not dig into your shoulders when both passengers are inside. This carrier can hold children between 10 and 35 pounds and they can be of similar or different weight – they will still stay comfortable for everyone.

If you are worried about not being able to carry on the weight, you can always use it as a single carrier instead of a dual one so both parents can have one kid with them. We also love the fact that this comes with a built-in diaper bag in the back which already includes bottle holders that are insulated, as well as two separate compartments to put in change of clothes, diapers, small toys and other important items for quick trips.

Obviously, we have a lot of good things to say about the Twingaroo twin baby carrier and not much negative to speak about. We absolutely love using it on twin babies as well as toddler and baby tandems and they are super strong and sturdy, making them ideal for both casual walks and even mountain hikes. It’s price point is also very reasonable so we place this one at the top position in our list.

If you constantly go out of the house (and even if you do not), the Twin Go is, in our opinion, among the best baby carrier for twins available in the market. It offers great comfort for both parents and twin kiddos and also adds a lot of other options including wearing the carriers separately.

This can be used as a tandem carrier for twins starting four months or when they have already mastered head and neck control (this is required for the baby being carried in the back carry position). Kids can be worn in front carry position individually starting 10 pounds but babies at 7 pounds may also be placed inside so long as you use the infant attachment, which is being sold separately. As a single carrier, it can hold a weight from 10 to 45 pounds or a combination of 70 pounds as a dual carrier.

There might be some slight complexity in terms of its usage but you can get clear instructions through their guide book. We love the fact that the Twin Go also comes with several bells and whistles such as a zipper pouch and hood on each carrier. The hood will make it possible to breastfeed conspicuously or just allow them to take a nap without disturbances.

We highly recommend using this twin baby carrier as it is super strong and sturdy that you can even use it for tandem wearing during mountain hiking trips. The problem might be more on how much load you can carry instead of the carrier’s. Another thing we love about the Twin Go is that the carriers can be separated and used individually so that each parent can carry one of the twins – all this without having to buy separate equipment.

We love the Twin Go but it is definitely more expensive than the Twingaroo so we will have to push this down to second place

As if the Twin Go Original was not impressive enough, here comes the lite model which is basically similar to the regular one but much lighter and minimalistic.

If you are looking for something without the frills, then this is the best product to consider. The lite model is pretty much like the original carrier except that it does not have a built-in diaper bag to help reduce the weight. It is definitely ideal for going on short trips around the park or the neighborhood or anywhere that does not require a lot of things to bring.

What do we love about this carrier? The fact that it uses lightweight yet sturdy and durable materials is a huge plus. Did you know that it uses durable plastic parts that are also being used in mountaineering gear? Well, it is that strong! Even the shoulder strap use premium foam for maximum comfort, even with two passengers in, and they are reinforced to be doubly strong. Despite this heavy duty design, the fabric itself is made from 100% super soft material so it stays gentle on your baby’s sensitive skin.

This twin baby carrier comes with a base carrier which has blue interiors and an attachment carrier which has orange interiors. If you want to use it as individual carriers instead of dual ones, you can purchase additional straps separately. The sturdy waistband is also designed to have six different configurations so it can fit any size comfortably.

If you are looking into a budget carrier to use for twins, this is the best option for you. It is more economical compared to other models and brands so you can opt to spend your savings on other more important baby products or you can also use it to buy additional accessories to make things even more comfortable for everyone.​

Still, we love the built-in diaper bag in the original one instead of having to bring along a separate bag to hold essentials. It is a great carrier for short trips so we place it in the middle of our list.

The Twin Trexx 2 works basically works like the Twin Trexx and can carry twin babies in five different positions. One of the main things that make this twin carrier different from the first one is that it comes with a wider base and a better design that makes it easier to get the babies in and out.

This twin carrier is best used on younger and lighter kids especially when you are putting both of them in front. It will take some time to get used to and it will probably hurt your back easily but it is a nice option if you want to constantly see both babies in front. Once they start growing older, you can opt to have one at the back and the other one in front for a better balance. Of course, the best thing about this one, just like the previous Twin Trexx (shown below) is that it can be separated into two individual carriers for each parent to use.

Sadly, our main gripe about this product is that it easily digs in to the shoulders when both babies are being carried as it is not the most padded in the market. It can definitely be painful to wear even after a short period of time. You might be better off using it as individual carriers as it will allow you to take both kids for longer periods.

Still, we are glad that this one has a much wider base than the Twin Trexx although still not as wide to allow a frog position, which is the most recommended carrying position for babies. If you are worried about having their legs dangle below them, there might be better carriers for twins available in the market that you can use.

If you hate having to deal with multiple straps and are worried about not having the best padding and support, this might not be the best product for you. But it is a better model than its predecessor so we are putting it in fourth place.

If you plan on using two individual carriers for two adults and two babies instead of having a dual carrier for just one parent, you might want to consider using the Twin Trexx. We love the fact that this carrier can be separated into individual carriers that can hold babies from 7 to 25 pounds each. Aside from using it as individual carriers on two parents and one back and one front, it can also be used with both babies in front. Pretty cool, right?

However, just like other baby accessories that are not very conventional, this twin baby carrier makes use of lots of straps and contraptions which can be extremely confusing in the beginning. Make sure to go through the guide very carefully and do it with someone else at first until you figure it all out. It is also best to do it on the floor to avoid accidents from happening. With some practice, you should be able to master using this carrier for twins and even switch between the different carrying positions.

If you have smaller kids, you can have both babies in front but, it is not really the most recommended position for parents as it can hurt the back after long use. Still, even if the kids are in a back and front position, they can still be uncomfortable for the parents in the long run. The main reason why we had to place this carrier at the bottom of our list is because the straps do not feel sturdy and well-padded. In fact, your shoulders can get sore when using it for long periods but that is probably also because of the lack of exercise.

We definitely love the versatility of this product but will have to opt for the other sturdier and more padded models that we have included in this list. It is still a good baby carrier to consider buying but we will have to place this one at the fifth spot.

If we could have ranked this Urban Decay product #1, #2 and #3, we would have. (Of course we could have, since we make the rules, but you know what we mean.) This eye liner pencil is simply fabulous.

We’ll start with the fact that you could probably stand directly under the shower all day while wearing the Urban Decay 24/7, and still not have your eyeliner run, crease or smudge. It’s highly pigmented and truly waterproof, able to stand up to water and sweat (as well as tears if necessary) for hours on end without running, and perfect for use on the waterline. The eyeliner has a consistency that’s user-friendly, though; it doesn’t require you to put down layer after layer, and it’s easily able to be smudged and corrected up to 30 seconds after application before it dries. That makes it ideal for creating looks (like a smoky eye) which need to be “just right.”

This pencil is tough and seemingly impossible to break, but it does need to be handled carefully and sharpened regularly for best results. Even better, it’s available in more than three dozen different colors ranging from tropical to vibrant, including ones that are shimmery and metallic, so it’s not just a tool for your everyday makeup. It can also be used for “play.” A full 50% of the UD’s ingredients are moisturizers like jojoba and cottonseed oil, and it also contains Vitamin E. What it doesn’t contain are sulfates, parabens or phthalates. Bottom line: it’s eye-friendly as well as eye-beautiful.

The two things to be cautious of are that the Urban Decay goes on quite “dark” because of its pigmentation, and that it can be somewhat difficult to remove. Other than that, the only argument against this eye liner pencil is its $20 price tag. That didn’t bother Allure when it was giving out its Best of Beauty awards, or any of the dozens of other magazines and websites that agree on the complete superiority of this pencil. It shouldn’t bother you either; your $20 will be well-spent.

Since we decided to include a #2 and #3 on this list, we might as well go through with it. The Dior is even less expensive than the Urban Decay, and it’s not available in the many shades that the UD product comes in. Nevertheless, this is one terrific eye liner pencil.

This highly pigmented eyeliner is just about the “most waterproof” and long-lasting product you’ll ever find. We don’t have allergies, but even those who do say that their continually-watering eyes don’t make a dent on the Dior Impact. For those of us who give their eyeliner more “normal” use, it’s simply not going to budge. The product is smooth and simply glides on, remaining soft for 30 seconds for adjustments or blending, and then setting perfectly.

There are not many colors of this Dior eye pencil available, but they’re all vibrant and gorgeous, from the black and blue to the green and brown. One layer will normally be somewhat opaque, and a second layer will make the liner fully opaque and good for the day (and night). Naturally, you’ll need a strong makeup remover to get it off, but that’s a small sacrifice for a great eyeliner pencil. It’s ophthalmologically-tested as well. Because of its small selection of colors, we had to rank Dior #2, but we love it anyway.

Those of you who are saying “I can’t imagine paying that much for an eye liner pencil!” – never fear. We’re here to help. And if our review of the Urban Decay pencil piqued your interest, you’ll definitely want to keep reading.

Milani Liquif’eye is so similar to the UD 24/7 Glide-On that it’s spooky. The biggest difference (other than the fact that it comes in many fewer shades) is that the Milani is extremely pigmented, even more than the UD. Oh, there is one other difference. This pencil only costs about $8, less than half the price of the Urban Decay pencil.

The Milani shadows glide on smoothly, almost as smoothly as a liquid liner without tugging at your skin, and as you’d expect from the high level of pigmentation, the color is intense and once it’s on it’s there to stay with no smudging or cracking. It’s also quicker to set than the Urban Decay products, so you only have about 15 seconds to do any blending, smudging or corrections, and you’ll need strong makeup remover to get it off.

There are two lines of Liquif’eye eye liner pencils. The first are standard pencils in three metallic colors, gold, silver and aqua, and two matte colors, brown and black. Because the liner is so smooth, you may find it necessary to try several sharpeners before you find one that works well with these pencils, and you may need to harden them a bit in the freezer before using them. The second line consists of mechanical pencils in three shimmering colors: green, purple and blue. Because they are auto-propel, you’ll find that they have a finer point and can be used for more precise work, and of course you won’t have the sharpening issue. Both lines are similar in their attributes (smooth, long-lasting, quick-setting and smudge-proof) and the colors are almost as stunning as those in the Urban Decay pencils. We do think the standard metallic pencils are easier to use than the mechanical ones.

If given a choice, we’d go with the UD 24/7 eye liner pencil over the Liquif’eye. If given a budget, we’d go with the latter. You can find these pencils in some drugstores, too.

We now shift to a very different type of eye liner pencil. The Stila Kajal isn’t intended to give you lots of colors to choose from, metallic or sparkly options, or even a super-long-lasting application (although it will last all day). It’s made to resemble the famous Indian eye darkener Kajal, which is ground from natural pigments and provides an incredibly dark color suitable for the vampiest of looks. The Stila version is produced by more modern techniques and is much easier to apply, but it is still the ultimate choice for those mysterious eyes.

The liner is very pigmented, and if you choose the onyx color, it’s definitely jet black with just a single opaque line. It glides on smoothly, even on the waterline, and is ideal for smoky eyes as long as you work quickly before it sets; if you want to use it without much smudging or blending, though, you may find that it combines best with eye shadow underneath or on top.

As with the Liquif’eye pencils, you may have to be careful when sharpening the Stila Kajal or try several different sharpeners before you’re comfortable, and it may also need a quick pop in the freezer because it goes on so soft. It’s available in just four colors, including tiger’s eye, but we think the onyx Kajal is the one that’s worth the price of admission, which is around $18.

This twist-up pencil does double duty; there’s an eye liner pencil on one end, of course, and there’s a smudge tool at the other. To be honest, we weren’t expecting a lot from a Clinique product (when compared to some of the higher-end brands we’ve reviewed), but this liner goes on easily and smoothly without tugging, with a creamy consistency we’d think would be more expensive. Even nicer for those who don’t like to bother with sharpening, the twist-up feature (which is why it’s named “Quickliner”) means there’s no need for sharpening and you can apply the eyeliner quickly.

Clinique Intense isn’t quite as pigmented as the other choices on our list of the top 5 best eye liner pencils, but it’s still quite vibrant and will still last most of the day without smudging or fading. We believe its best use is for smudging to achieve smoky eyes or other sexy looks, but you’ll find it works just fine as an everyday liner as well, with or without eye shadow underneath.

There are eleven colors of the Quickliner including intense black, intense plum, intense ebony and intense peridot; even the brigher colors stay easily on the waterline, a problem with many brands of colored liners. Easy, intense, and only about $12 – those are three qualities which make the Clinique Intense line a good buy. It’s ophthalmologist-tested and fragrance-free, too.

Although parents would like to get only the best and most beautiful items for their little ones, there are also other things to consider such as budget. Fortunately, there is a no-fuss option when it comes to convertible cribs and what is even more awesome about it is that it comes with a much more affordable price tag compared to the other cribs added in this list. No surprise that this one makes it to the top of Amazon’s bestseller list!

So, what is awesome about this product? Obviously, you can turn it from a baby crib to a toddler bed to a day bed then a full-sized bed in just a matter of minutes. It is a very practical item to have in your kid’s nursery and its timeless design ensures that it can stand the test of time. The baby crib also comes with three different heights so you can adjust it according to your baby’s needs. This ensures that you never have to worry about your little climbing out or falling off of the crib.

What about assembly? You would be surprised at how easy assembly instructions are with this one. Make sure to follow each step to a tee and you should not go into any problem – even a grandmother can do it by herself! Make sure to use the exact length of the bolt needed to attach one part to another. The number of bolts needed to attach the parts together is also indicated in the instructions so you need not worry about figuring that out anymore.

Another thing we love about this convertible baby crib is that it has a very huge space and also very pretty. You can easily transition your kid as they grow old and you do not have to worry about running out of space because this will just be enough for them. The wood and other materials are also made of very high quality making it well worth the investment. It can truly stand the test of time!

We have not found anything to complain about this convertible crib although some parents did receive packages with some damaged parts (isolated case). Otherwise, this one totally deserves to be placed at the top spot!

When looking for the best of the best in convertible cribs for kids, perhaps one of the top brands that come to mind is DaVinci. Why? Everything about their product, especially the Kalani 4-in-1 convertible crib, just screams perfection.

Let us count the ways.

You are welcoming a newborn and what do you use? A baby crib, of course! And this is exactly what the DaVinci Kalani offers to parents. Using its toddler bed conversion kit, you can take advantage of the four adjustable positions for the mattress so you do not have to worry about your kiddo outgrowing their bed. This one will grow with them! Babies can make use of the uppermost height of the mattress and you can go lower and lower as your little one starts to become mobile.

Once your kiddo starts to show interest in sleeping in a big kid bed, then you can transform the Kalani into a toddler bed complete with railings. It is very easy to do so and you can use the railings to prevent them from falling off the bed. Don’t worry so much if they do because the height is pretty low so any fall made by rough and rowdy kids is not exactly fatal. Once they start growing again, you can transform it into a day bed and remove the railings: it’s perfect for big kid naps.

Time flies by and you already have a school aged kid. Well, simply transform the Kalani into a full-sized bed complete with a headboard and footboard. Awesome, right? This can be used well into their teenage years or until they reach the 500-pound max weight capacity (they probably never will). Here is one investment that you only make one time and it lasts your kid many years of use.

Do take note that the conversion kit to turn it into a full-sized bed is not included in the main package – but that will still be many years away, anyway. We are obviously amazed at how awesome the conceptualization and engineering but the price had us back out a little which is why this one sits at the second spot.

Looking for a slightly less expensive convertible crib for your baby? Here it is! The 7-in-1 convertible crib from Dream on Me! With its numerous conversion options, elegant style and less expensive price tag, what more could you ask for?

What we love about this baby crib is that it can obviously transform into multiple variations, perfect for your growing child. You can start off with a baby crib that comes with four mattress support positions so you can adjust it depending on your child’s mobility. This ensures that your baby will never be able to climb out or fall off from the crib especially when you are not looking. Start off with the highest setting then gradually go lower as you adjust to your baby’s height and activities.

Once your baby grows, you can turn it into a toddler bed and get the optional guard rail which needs to be purchased separately. You can also raise the mattress slightly higher and turn it into a day bed for those siestas and afternoon naps that growing kids need.

Have a school-aged child around? The Dream on Me Convertible Crib can be turned into a Youth bed that can be used with or without the footboard option. Should you opt to use a footboard, you will have to purchase the Youth Bed conversion kit separately. And, once your kid outgrows that one, you can turn the bed into a full-sized bed, again with the optional footboard.

With its timeless design and versatility, you do not have to worry about purchasing a bed year after year to accommodate your growing child’s (or teen’s) needs. You can reuse and convert their current bed from newborn phase to adulthood and save a lot of money in the long run. These cribs also meet applicable ASTM and CPSC standards so you do not have to worry so much about safety and durability.

While some parents have complained about receiving defective products, they are really just isolated cases. The only downside to this product is that the conversion kits have to be purchased separately so it isn’t truly a 7-in-1 product, per se. Still, we think that this is awesome and should be placed at the third spot in our list.​

Graco has long been a respected brand when it comes to all things related to babies. No wonder that the Graco Benton convertible crib is among the most trusted convertible cribs available in the market.

What we love about this crib is that it comes with a very simple design so it is timeless and can stand the test of time. You do not have to worry about it not matching your interiors because it most likely will – it does not look too fancy but still elegant enough and very durable, too.

This convertible crib can be used on kids as early as newborn phase. You can take advantage of the four levels of mattress height so you will not have a problem getting your baby in and out of the crib during the first few months. As they start becoming mobile and learn to move around, you can lower the mattress height until the bottom most part and prevent them from climbing out and falling off of the crib.

Later on, your little kiddo can transition into using a toddler bed and use the optional universal bed rail, which is sold separately. You can eventually turn it into a day bed then a full-sized bed although you have to remember that converting to full-sized one requires a conversion kit that has to be purchased separately as well.

Upon opening the Graco Benton crib from the package, we were actually worried about the parts being flimsy but were very much surprised to see that it is actually very strong and sturdy, after assembling the parts together. Don’t worry – the bed is made from extremely durable material so it can definitely endure your kid’s capacity. The full-sized bed will, of course, have a much higher maximum weight capacity compared to the toddler bed.

Perhaps the only downside to this one is that it has very little space underneath to tuck any items in so the bottom is not ideal for storage. You might want to get a separate dresser which you can put at the side instead. After weighing all the pros and cons, we have come to conclude that this one should be put at the fourth spot in our list.​

One reason why we are placing this convertible crib in the fifth is because it is the heaviest among all the cribs that we have added in the list. It also is quite heavy on the budget so you might want to reconsider the other brands first before choosing this one.

Despite these cons, there are still a lot of great things about this convertible crib. For starters, it is a 4-in-1 crib which means that you can transition it from a baby crib to a toddler bed to a day bed and, finally, to a full-sized bed. This means that while you pay for a hefty price tag upfront, you will eventually end up saving more instead of having to buy a new bed year after year to accommodate to your kid’s growing needs.

Another thing we really love about this crib is that it is super easy to assemble. As long as you follow the instructions carefully, you should not have any trouble getting it finished. In fact, most of us here at ParentsNeed HQ were able to put the crib together in just half an hour. Easy peasy, right? If you have small kids who are “helping” out with the assembly and end up losing some of the bolts, you need not worry so much as it comes with extras. You do have to be careful about putting the parts together as they are not interchangeable.

When it comes to construction, the Delta Children Canton does not disappoint. It is made from real wood and not veneer which means that it is super sturdy, strong and durable. Even if you have little ones who are constantly on the move and are used to doing things rough and rowdy, you can be sure that this will not give in to their weight. As for the colors, they come in very standard finishes and in different shades, too, so you can choose the exact color that matches the nursery’s interiors. With a fully-certified construction made from non-toxic material, you could never go wrong using this product. Do take note that the mattress and conversion kits need to be purchased separately.

After weighing all the pros and cons, we think this one deserves to be placed at the last spot in our list.

Spending time with your little one like reading books for toddlers or simply teaching your baby some fun nursery rhymes are some of the best ways to keep your child preoccupied. But when you are busy and you need them to behave and still have an eye on your toddler, you may consider having the Graco Pack n Play Playpen. It is really helpful to parents who also need some time to do other things. Dinner won't make itself and a dirty home won't tidy itself up either. That's why no matter how busy we are, we still need to know where our little ones are and what they are doing. That made us realize that the Graco Pack and Play is just the perfect item to have around the house.

Graco is a well-known brand in making baby products and they are known to make quality products for the right price, including the Graco Pack and Play. For less than $50, you got yourself a spacious playpen for baby with a hanging nest bassinet to lay your baby to sleep. This playpen with bassinet is very comfortable for your baby to sleep on. The pack and playpen for babies come with built-in storage pockets to keep diaper changing essentials or you can keep toys in there as well once they can get the hang of reaching or some stuff.

This playpen can be used as your baby changing station. You can either add a changing pad or not because the baby changing station is easy to clean. The bedding is made up of easy wipe-clean fabric to make clean-up a real breeze. With that said, your baby can make a mess and still make clean-up easy.

Another plus factor is the feature that stands by its name—Pack n' Play! The packing part is really easy. It folds up nicely making it easier to pack, store and move around with. So, if you're planning on going for a long trip in another state, then this would be great for you. It has durable frames that won't easily be damaged on a long road trip.

We love that the Graco Pack n Play playpen is not expensive and very convenient. That is why this best Graco Pack n Play is our top pick for best playpens.

Having a baby is not an excuse to stay indoors. Limiting yourself to the benefits of sunlight and fresh air is also limiting the same benefits to your little one. You and your baby can definitely be safe and happy out in the sun. You just need the proper gear to make things work out for you and your family. That's why the Summer Infant Playard is the best choice for outdoor fun and playtime with toddlers. You can also get to enjoy the fun outings and activities with your other kids.

If you are looking for a playard that can be set up and put down in a minute or less, then you should really go for the Summer Infant Pop n Play. It just pops up like a pre-assembled tent and let your kids go in and play. There are many things to love about this playpen for babies. First of all, the material is really durable. It can withstand high pressure. So, even if it gets clunked around with the rest of your furniture or tossed around the back of your car's trunk, you have less to worry about. It is very lightweight and super compact too when you fold it. It also comes with its carry bag making travel very easy too.

We assure you that your picnic is going to be just as fun and exciting as you have planned it. This particular playard for toddlers has a canopy that easily blocks off the sunlight. It prevents the sunlight from batting down on your kids as they play on their own. We also love that the fabric barrier is made with stretchable sturdy mesh. It allows air to freely breeze in and allows greater ventilation.

The bottom lining of the playard is made of an easy wipe, easy clean fabric, so mess and mush are not a problem. You can simply wipe away and let your children come and play again. We love that it has a wide diameter. We have instances of children tipping the entire playpen over if they run from one end to the other. It can be potentially dangerous for our toddlers. Since this playard is wide, it would be unlikely that your little one would do the same. But still, anything can happen.

We have proven that this is super great to use outdoors for a picnic or just indoors, with so many other toddlers to play with for that special gathering. It is lightweight, compact and easy to assemble making it the best indoor and outdoor playpen in our list. This is also our second pick for the best playpen for babies and toddlers.

If camping with your family is one of the best family activities that you do together, and it is hindered simply because of a new addition to the family, then don't worry so much about it. Once your little tot is already good to crawl, you can get on your way back to those activities together. Family camping is a great way to bond and a great way to spend time with each other. But we all have to remember that babies also have special needs for camping and that is why we pick the Guava Family's Travel Crib Playpen for your little one.

If your bags are packed and ready for camping, this is the best playpen or travel crib you can get in the market. We love the Guava Family's Lotus Crib so much. It is a cool table playard or crib for your little one. It is as portable as it says; simple to set-up because all you need to do is just pull it out and you are good to go. It also fits inside most tents good for 4 people. It's easy to bring around with you as your baby's own space for travel.

One feature that is unique to this playpen is that it has a zipper locked doorway—like an actual tent, only this one doesn't come with a roof. If you want your baby to get out of the playpen and your tent is too short, just unzip the doorway and let your little one pass through. It saves you the energy of having to lift your child out of the crib as well.

It also comes with a mattress by the way. It is lined with a super easy to clean fabric. So, no worries when your baby happens to make a little mess. You can just wipe it off. You will love that the sides are made of durable mesh. It allows air to flow through freely and also allows you to see through the mesh and check in on what your little tot is busy with. The mesh also allows your child to have a breathable space when they fall asleep. We find this quite ideal because there are times when our babies are just too sleepy while playing that they just slump on the floor and nap. But as we move them to their cribs, they just end up waking up. This is great because they can just slump over and nap and let them have their sleep continuously. Comfy and super convenient, right?

One thing moms will love about this playard for toddlers is that it is the only playpen travel crib that has ever received a Greenguard Gold Certificate for being a low chemical emitting baby item. And for that, we give it a two thumbs up and an applauding spot number three for the best baby playpen and also the best playpen for travel overall!

Cosco Funsport Play Yard is simple, easy to move around and definitely a safe place where our kids can play without bothering us around the house. Our little ones can get into places we have no idea how they get into and they can also grab things we have no idea they can. Babies can really surprise us with things that they can do but we don't want to be surprised when it comes to accidents. And as our little ones grow, one of our main priorities is actually baby proofing our homes. Their curiosity is really admirable but we really need to set their limits.

If you're a busy mom and still need to keep an eye on your active toddler, you will love Cosco's Playpen for babies. The playpen is enough for your little one to play around in. It is also great on space especially if we have a tiny home. It is the cheapest playpen on our list and also the cheapest toddler playard made with great quality that is definitely a love factor for the Cosco Playard for babies.

Another reason why we love it is the fact that the sides are also made with mesh which makes it easier for us to have a constant eye on our little one. It allows great ventilation as well, so it is easier for the babies to have better rest and airflow within. We know how some babies can sweat, and staying in a damp playard is just making it a breeding ground for fussy babies.

We love that it easily folds up in just a few minutes. It is very easy to set it aside as well to keep it out of the way when not in use. This playpen is quite convenient that way because having it stay around the living room or the bedroom when not in use can be an eyesore. So, keeping it folded and kept aside for the meantime is not a problem since it is just as easy to set it up.

It comes with a carry case as well; however, it is pretty heavy unlike the other contenders in our list. With the weight though, it doesn't pose much of a difficulty when you want to move it around. So, if you are feeling quite lazy to pack the toys inside, just fold the child playpen and then set it up again in another room. Or you can just simply lift it up and push or pull because two of the end stands are on wheels. So despite it being slightly heavier, the fact that it has wheels makes it easy to move around. And that is why this is the fourth best play yard for babies and also our best value playpen for babies.

Kids just love grabbing toys and making a mess of them all everywhere. We love that they move and play around but we need to set restrictions for our active child. There are plenty of hazards that our children may get into. Actually, we don't even know much about how much danger they are in until they get into an accident while they were playing. Kids may find themselves traumatized because of certain accidents and we can't let that happen. We need to set a place where they have easy access to their toy storage boxes and still have a limited space where they can play. It made us consider the Best Choice Product's Playpen for babies.

Playards are meant to do one main purpose: set a space for your little ones to play in. But, there can also be a problem in the equation which is the space in your house. No house has the same layout and setting up a playpen for babies in your home may take up a lot of your own personal space. We love the Best Choice Products' Playpen as it comes in panels where you can set up a certain space for your kids whether it is a big or wide space or just enough space for your tot to crawl around.

The panels give you a better option for customized space. You can also make the shape that you want—circle or hexagon, square, triangle, rectangle, whatever—you can set it up depending on the space available in your home.

We also love that setting it up can be a fun bonding time with your little one. You can teach them the colors, and also do them alternately or same colors on one side. It also comes with a doorway, so you can easily pass through without a sweat. We know you wouldn't want to jump over it and end up knocking the whole thing over.

Another thing we love about it is that it comes with educational decorations. Some sides have shapes and play panels that your kids can enjoy. It is colorful and fun and a great space saver for you and a space maker for your little ones. This completes our list of the best playpens for babies.

When it comes to all the considerations we have included in choosing a sunscreen for babies, this Babyganics sunscreen definitely got everything right!

Obviously, we love that this is a mineral-based sunscreen and has among the highest sunscreen ratings within the recommended range for kiddos. Additionally, it has 6% zinc oxide, 3% titanium dioxide and none of those inactive ingredients to watch out for. No wonder this 100% natural NeoNourish Seed Oil Blend is highly recommended by pediatricians and dermatologists!

Another reason we love this sunscreen lotion is that it glides very easily allowing for a smooth and effortless application, ideal for use on active kids. While we still do not recommend that your kids stay under the sun for long periods, it is reassuring to know that this product comes with broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection so you do not have to constantly worry about them being exposed to the harmful rays of the sun. It is also water resistant for up to 80 minutes so they are great for use on the beach or pool.

You might have been wondering what the NeoNourish Seed Oil Blend is all about. We realized that it actually meant that it contains five essential oils (from tomatoes, sunflowers, cranberries, black cumins and raspberries) that are essential for their healthy skin development. This also means that the product is non-allergenic and tear-free, making it among the best sunscreen for face. Your kiddos will no longer be avoiding you once it is time to put on some sunscreen because they know that this one will not hurt their eyes.

There is so much to love about this Babyganics sunscreen. They are safe to use even for the youngest babies (only six months old and above, please) and contain no PABA, phthalates, parabens, fragrances or other nano-particles. They have not even been tested on animals. Cool, right? No surprise here, we are placing this product to the number one spot.

For a new release, this Badger Baby Sunscreen works quite well so it is no longer surprising why it is topping the charts.

What is there to love? The fact that it is a biodegradable and certified organic product is a big plus points. That means that you no longer have to worry about your little ones reacting badly after applying this on them. Did we also mention that no animals we harmed during the creation and testing of this sunscreen? Awesome, right? So, what is in it for the kids and parents? Well, this one comes with 18.75% non-nano, uncoated zinc oxide which we certainly love. And, it also does not come with those red flag inactive ingredients that we would all want to avoid.

If you are new to using natural ingredients in a sunscreen, you will probably feel like this one is much greasier than normal but that is really just because of the types of ingredients being put into it. Some people may also feel like this product is too thick and it might be a little harder to wash off than the others but it simply means that it does its job pretty well.

We know this sunscreen for kids really works because we never experienced sunburn when using it. Kiddos love playing in a playground, pool or beach, even under the heat of the sun, and using this product just gives reassurance that they will not be harmed from the exposure. Of course, everyone has to keep in mind that reapplication is required every few hours and that staying under the sun still is not recommended so we try to limit that one.

Perhaps the only huge reason why the Badger baby sunscreen did not make it to the top of the list is because we preferred using mineral-based products more. Also, this one is much more expensive than the Babyganics sunscreen so we will have to push this one down to the second place.

You probably have not heard so much about Blue Lizard because it is from Australia but knowing its country of origin – a place where there’s lots of deserts and beaches – kinds of reassures you that there has been a lot of work put into formulating their baby sunscreens.

The reason we love this product is that it provides broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection which is great for use especially with young kids. Additionally, if you look at the ingredients in the label, you can see that it comes with 10% zinc oxide and 5% titanium dioxide and none of those red flag inactive ingredients. It is even paraben-free, fragrance-free and chemical-free.

This dermatologist recommended product has been proven very gentle even on a baby’s sensitive skin so you do not need to worry about further harming your kiddos when using it. It stays on quite long which we love – there are places that say it is waterproof up to four hours although we cannot be quite sure about that one. We still recommend reapplying the sunscreen as per instructions to make sure your kiddos stay protected under the sun.

What else is there to keep in mind? Well, this sunscreen for babies does leave off some bit of white residue which is not exactly a problem but might be worrisome for others. For some, it is not as sticky as the other sunscreens but it would sometimes leave the skin dry.

Another reason why we like this sunscreen thus earning the third spot in the list is that it comes with a smart bottle. Leave it under the sun and when it gets exposed to direct sunlight, it turns pink. It is definitely a simple and yet effective way to remind us to keep applying and reapplying these products on ourselves and our kiddos. You’ll be surprised – even if it is cloudy, you will still be exposed to the damaging rays of the sun!

Another sunscreen for babies that you might want to consider using is this one from Thinkbaby.

This Thinkbaby sunscreen is one of the safest sunscreens for your kiddos. It does not contain oxybenzone or other UV chemical absorbers and instead has 20% non-nano zinc oxide. This product also comes with a high SPF rating at 50 and is water resistant for up to 80 minutes. It is actually the first ever sunscreen product that was able to pass Whole Foods premium care requirements.

There are many things that we love about this one, including being very water resistant which is probably why it feels really oily. It does not feel very thick and is even more watery than expected which can both be a pro and con for the user, depending on their preferences. Fortunately, shaking it a bit turned it into a more solid form so that was all okay.

Among the things we did not quite like about this sunscreen is that it felt a little too expensive for our taste. There were definitely cheaper products available out there. Another thing is that it comes with a scent, albeit a very mild and fruity one, but that made it somewhat chemical-ish. If you are curious, this one for babies comes with papaya as one of the ingredients (thus the scent) while the ThinkSport one has currant/grapefruit in their ingredients list.

We also would like to add that it might not be the best sunscreen for face, especially on babies and young kiddos, because they were too painful to the eyes. You will have to be extra careful when applying the sunscreen on the faces of active kiddos to prevent getting it into their eyes. Even so, the stinging still happens during bathing time.

This product has quite a good mix of pros and cons thus the reason we have to put this in the fourth spot of our list.

Banana Boat has long been trusted as one of the best sunscreen for kids so there is no reason not to include this product here on the list.

It comes with SPF 50 ensuring maximum protection for kiddos even in the harshest conditions under the sun. One of the things that immediately caught our attention is its active ingredients which include 4% zinc oxide and 3.1% titanium dioxide – a huge plus! We also love that it is hypoallergenic and pediatrician tested so parents are assured that they are safe for us with even the youngest kids (six months upwards, of course).

This Banana Boat sunscreen has been tested on seven different real life conditions to make sure that they stay on. Conditions include sun, ocean water, pool water, sweat, wind, sand and extreme heat. Not only are they guaranteed to stay on no matter the conditions, they also guarantee that it will keep the user protected with its broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection. Kiddos will also love that this sunscreen for kids is sting-free and alcohol-free so from application down to swimming and washing it off, no tears will be involved.

Perhaps the only biggest drawback we feel this product has is its greasy application. It will make you look and feel sweaty but it is also a huge plus because then it means that taking it off will take a lot more work than usual. If thick and white sunscreens are a con for you then that might be another consideration to add to your list as well.

If you would like more convenience in the use and application of this sunscreen, we suggest using the pump bottle so you do not have to worry so much about getting both your hands free when applying on active toddlers.

After weighing all the pros and cons related to this product, we believe that it deserves to be placed at the last position in our list.

One of the benefits of a tankless water heater is that you get to enjoy a free-flowing amount of heated water at your disposal. This is one of our favorite water heaters because of the fact that it can heat up the coldest water temperatures that most northern states get straight from the tap. You'd hate wanting to wash your hands with water as cold as 37 degrees Fahrenheit, would you? Well, we sure know you wouldn't the Ecosense tankless electric water heater works magic when heating almost freezing water around your entire house.

A tankless water heater means that you can supply enough hot or warm water simultaneously and never run out. You can take a shower while others wash their hands in the sink and so much more. You will love that this tankless water heater has digital setting controls. And each control can set your water temperature from 80 degrees to 140 degrees Fahrenheit. This is one feature that we really love. One other thing, the temperature control sets at increments of 1 degree. That way you won't have to do away with turn knobs that may just gauge the proper heat you need throughout the house.

Another benefit of a tankless electric water heater is that it does not take up much space at all. It can be placed anywhere around the house. With its compact design and easy use, you will definitely like that it keeps your water running warm and smooth without taking much space and doesn't prove to be an eyesore either.

One of the best reasons why we love the EcoSmart Electric Water Heater is the efficiency and the cheap expense. You can save up to about 50% of heating water costs since this has an auto-ignition heater. It only runs to heat water only when hot water is needed. And for that, we chose this as our first pick for the best water heater.

Rheem is one of the most popular water heater brands in the market. Not only does it provide your home with greatly heated water, it does it in an instant too. It is the ideal home water heater since it provides your house with great endless heating. As long as the water is on this water heater will continue heating up water until needed and automatically shuts off in order for you to save on energy.

One of the things we love about this water heater is that even if you are running low on water supply, this water heater can still heat the water that you need and because it has a temperature control, you are sure that even with a low water supply you can still the nice warm water heating temperature of your preference. Some heaters out there would bring you scalding water when there is a low supply of water but with this, you are sure that you are getting the rightly heating water at the right time and also at the right amount.

One of the things we love about it is the easy installation procedure as well since it is very lightweight and compact; it really saves up on energy because it only heats water n demand. The only trouble is that you'd have to wait for the hot water to reach your showerhead or your faucet or any other fixture. You'll get the hang of it, it just depends on how far the fixture is from your heater but it won't really take all that long just a minute or two and you're good to go.

No matter how compact this residential water heater is it still makes a good commercial water heater, it can be used by buildings, hotels or other establishments. Its high power can heat up to 5 gallons of water per minute, that's a lot. And it is also fairly easy to install it comes with two separate valves for hot and cold making installation easy and breezy. You won't even find the need for a plumber. And for that reason, we chose this as our second best water heater.

If you are living in a tiny house and have a little area to store a big tank of water, then go for a nice tankless water heater. But this top-rated water heater isn't just a typical house water heater, it is a portable one. It is the best portable water heater we have in the market. In fact, it is the only portable best gas water heater that can be brought anywhere you go and still manage to use it, even if you're in the woods.

It is in fact very compact and very easy to use. It is light for easy portability and it is also concise for easy storage. You can easily carry it around with you especially if you live in a mobile home and have very little space to have your own shower room. It weighs only about 13 pounds which aren't actually a lot. You will also like that it is very easy to install or set-up in any given location.

It is actually a typical shower heater but it runs on 2 D-cell batteries in case the power suddenly blacks out. It also runs when you are out of gas to power up the heater and it can also be used when there is actually no source of electricity or gas anywhere in your surrounding area. You will definitely love that it is simple and compact. Just find a comfortable place to hang it on, probably a tree or any post. Simply connect it to a water source and turn on the water. This gas water heater has an automatic ignition that runs just as soon as the water flows, just give it a few seconds and the water will surely get hot.

The water heats up to about 80 to 150 degrees Fahrenheit. You can also choose your preferred water heater and also the spray settings that you prefer. And off you go for that well-deserved shower in the middle of nowhere. If you want to have your mobile home powered by this water heater, just remove the spray nozzle and connect it to your main plumbing in your mobile home. Since it is compact, it is very simple to use and very easy to keep away.

In terms of shower purposes, this gas heated water heater shuts off after 20 minutes adding to a more efficient power usage. And for these great reasons, this is our third favorite water heater in the market.

This is the only tank electric water heater in our list. And we consider this as the best tank water heater in the market and for good reasons too. There are plenty of tank water heaters out there but the Westinghouse tank electric water heater is simply our number one. Westinghouse is definitely one of the best home appliance and water heater brands out there. So, it's really no wonder that it is our top 5.

This best tank water heater is our favorite because it is made only of the best quality materials. The stainless steel holding tank can serve as your water heater in your lifetime or probably your children's as well. The material is durable and can hold your water for as long as it doesn't get manually destroyed. It is corrosion free because it was made with high-grade stainless steel Incoloy elements with low watt density. It is also very durable and doesn't find the need for any anode rods since it is laser welded. Anode rods are needed only when a tank is regular coated to lengthen its longevity against corrosion; however, it does corrode in time-- something that will not happen to the Westinghouse tank water heater. The best tank water heater needs to be durable and clean in order to provide your house with clean hot water. The stainless steel is also resistant to scale build up making it easy to maintain.

It provides your home with instant hot water. That's the benefit in getting hot water from a tank heater, you get it the instant you need it. And you will also get a continuous flow of equally heated water compared to tankless water heaters that provide differently heated water temperatures to your fixture. Another great thing about this tank water heater is that cold water enters from the bottom of the water tank in order to prevent it from mixing the cold water with the hot. This allows you to draw water constantly with no problem at all. And for that reason, this is our fourth best water heater.

One the things we really love about tankless water heaters are that they are efficient. They supply and an endless amount of hot water to the fixture and without limit at any given time at your disposal. This is however powered by natural gas. This gas heater must be directly connected to your gas line in order for it to function. But one of the things you have to know is that since this is one of the best gas water heaters on the market that can heat water in both residential and commercial water heaters. You also have to check on your gas supply, if your gas supply can sustain this gas water heater then you won't have to worry. The Rinnai gas tankless water heater requires an 180,000 to 190,000 BTU's per hour. Of your supply line cannot sustain it; you may either find a different water heater or upgrade your gas line.

The Rinnai gas tankless water heater offers a very low cost in water heating expense because it is a water heater that works on demand. It only works when hot water is needed and it also only works when you continuously turn off the tap. It automatically stops heating water as soon as water flow has stopped and that is when the tap is off. It isn't like a tank heater that can deliver instant hot water or a shower heater either. However, the downside of it is that you need to keep the water running until the hot water arrives. Since the heater is heated from a centralized point it needs to travel all the way up to your picture and it does take time. It can get frustrating when you're running late.

Other than the time the water gets to your water heater, it works as one of the best home water heaters. The installation is very easy because it comes with a hot and cold water connection valves to make it easy for you to connect your piping, the electrical outlet, and the gas line. And that is why we chose this as our fifth-best water heater in our list.

Yes, this model costs a little over $600, which seems like a lot of money until you know that “professional-style” home air hockey tables will run you more than $2000 (sometimes, a lot more). And the Atomic Blazer gives you almost everything those pro-style tables do, except for the heavy-duty casings required in commercial environments where people are playing the games non-stop and often abusing the equipment on a regular basis. This table (and other home models) may get dinged up fairly quickly because it’s made from medium-density fiberboard (MDF) instead of metal or solid wood. But it’s sturdy and durable, and the dings shouldn’t affect game play or fun.

A seven-foot by four-foot play area is the standard for a full-sized table, so this 7x4 model with a ¾” PVC playfield will seem just like the ones at the arcade. There’s a heavy-duty blower motor on the Blazer which makes the action smooth and fast, and we like the fact that there are integral overhang railings which keep the puck in play (most of the time, anyway – there’s no way to stop pucks from flying off the table every so often, as every player knows). We also like the metal strips around the inner sides of the table which protect against impact damage.

A level air hockey table is naturally required for fair play, which brings us to another great feature of this Atomic model. The 6” wide pedestal legs (providing great stability for the table) each have built-in 5” wide leg levelers, which allow you to ensure that the play area stays level wherever you install it. For bells and whistles, there’s a fold-up electronic scoreboard (which does run through AA batteries very quickly) and somewhat-annoying sound effects (which can be turned off if desired). You can also get an optional ping-top table top to fit right above the table hockey surface.

Kids and adults will both enjoy the Atomic Blazer because of its full size and fast speed; just remember that it’s going to be heavy to move and that you’ll need some extra clearance around the table to allow you to reach those pucks easily.

We actually liked the Viper Vancouver a little more than the Atomic Blazer. We rank it a bit lower, though, because it costs an extra $200 for the extra features it provides and we’re not sure that most readers would consider the extra cost worth those features. But if you’ve got a little extra to spend, read on.

This is another full-sized table made from MDF with a PVC play area, with pedestal legs and integral leg levelers. It’s sturdy – in fact, it’s heavier than the Blazer, one reason we liked it a bit more. There’s plenty of air flow to keep the game action fast, and there are deep inner rails to keep the puck on the surface rather than the floor as much as possible. There are also dual puck returns on either end of the table.

The Vancouver is an attractive air hockey table, looking somewhat more professional than the Blazer. One small but nice aspect of the overall appearance is the large, dual-faced electronic scoreboard which is situated on one side of the play area rather than above the surface, and lets you track and count down time as well as just the number of goals scored. A drawback is that the sound effects can’t be turned off, but they’re not as obnoxious as the canned sound you usually find on games like this.

This Viper table is the nicest mid-range model we’ve seen, and while it’s not going to last as long as one of those “armor-plated” machines you see in arcades, it should hold up to the battering it will get from energetic pre-teens and teenagers without a problem. Just be advised that it can be an hours-long project to assemble; once that’s been accomplished, though, the fun will be worth it.

We now move on to smaller air hockey tables which will fit a smaller family game room, a smaller budget, or both. The one-foot difference in length between the Derby and the two full-sized tables we’ve already discussed isn’t going to make an enormous qualitative difference in your game play, but it could make the difference between having enough room for a table and having to go to the arcade. The cost under $400 may make a big difference to you as well.

The construction of this Playcraft unit is similar to the first two entries on our list of the top 5 best air hockey tables for kids. It’s made from MDF (with a cherry wood grain finish and chrome accents, a black PVC finish is an extra $50) and has a glossy, scratch-resistant PVC play area and pedestal legs with built-in levelers. The power in the blowers isn’t quite up to that of the larger tables we’ve looked at, but it’s more than sufficient for fun game play. There’s a single-face electronic scoreboard with multiple setting options – and perhaps the best feature of all is that the Derby comes mostly assembled, so there’s less wrestling with this air hockey table than with most other larger models before you can start playing and enjoying yourself.

Will it last forever? Of course not. But it will certainly give your family more than $400 worth of enjoyment.

With another step down in size, we take a huge step down in price as well. The playfield on the Harvil air hockey table is a little less than half the size of a full-sized table, but it will only cost you about $100 – so it’s perfect for the smaller kids in your family who aren’t ready for full-out game action, and may not even be able to reach across a 7-foot table in the first place.

The Harvil is constructed from lesser-quality MDF, and has L-shaped instead of pedestal legs (with levelers) so you shouldn’t expect this to be a durable piece of indoor sports equipment. However, it will hold up decently under the less-rigorous play of elementary school kids (or the gentle play of pre-teens and teenagers, if they have that sort of restraint in them). Play speed is medium because of the lesser-powered AC motor on this table, but it’s definitely sufficient and fun for the kids. There’s a small electronic scoreboard, but no puck return; you have to reach in and retrieve the puck from the goal after every score – a slight annoyance, of course, but worth putting up with for $100.

If you’ve been motivated to buy your very own air hockey table after having a blast playing against friends at the local pub, this is not your best option. In fact, it’s not an option at all, because you’ll be severely disappointed. For the young kids in the family, though, it should be more than enough to get them away from the PlayStation for a few hours.

Versatility and convenience are front and center with this budget table-top model from Playcraft, which has a play area that’s small enough to fit almost anywhere, can be picked up and stuffed in a closet when not in use, and will only cost you about $70.

The 40-inch surface is ideal for young players and the air flow provided by the motor is nearly as strong as on the Harvil we just reviewed, so there will be more than enough action to keep the kids enthralled. The frame is built from decent-quality MDF so it’s not going to fall apart on you; there are legs on the frame but primary support is provided by the table it’s placed on, meaning it will be sturdy enough for the kids and even for grownups who use a light touch while playing. You should expect the Sport to last at least for a year or two. It won’t slip and slide on the tabletop either, which was one of our main concerns going into this review.

One difference between this Playcraft and the other air hockey tables on our list: it uses two-inch pucks instead of the standard three-inch pucks you’re probably familiar with, and that means the strikers are also smaller than you’d expect. Once the game starts, you get used to the difference quickly, however.

Make no mistake; this table-top air hockey unit is more like a toy than the real thing – if you’re accustomed to “real” air hockey, that is. Remember that the majority of younger kids won’t know anything about “real” air hockey, so they’ll be fascinated and thrilled when the Sport shows up at your door and you open it up.​

Do you want to show your love for your girlfriend in a cheesy yet heartwarming kind of way? This necklace, which comes with an ‘I Love You to the Moon and Back’ message, will fit the bill.

What makes this pendant necklace one of the best girlfriend gift ideas is that it does not look cheap even with the price tag that it comes with. You can surprise her with this pendant necklace and she will absolutely adore it. If she does not take it off, you do not have to worry too, because this one does not tarnish or change color so you know it stays as beautiful as the one who is wearing it.

Another reason why we love this item is that the printed words are very clear and it comes with a stunning cubic zircona gem. The pendant is well polished, especially the stone, and it shines brilliantly as if it is made from very high quality materials (you might want to remember that it does not come at a very high price point). The pendant lies just at the right place right near the hollow of the neck but you can totally adjust the length of the chain. Or, if you want something longer, you can also opt to take off the charm and change the chain.

Men will rejoice about giving this away to the special woman in their life because this jewelry comes in a beautiful box so there is no need to wrap it further. That is definitely one of the biggest reasons why it is among the best gifts for women, if you were to ask the men.

There is no doubt about it; this should go at the very top of our list. The words may be hard to read (from afar) but the message is pretty clear to the one wearing it. You will never go wrong getting this as a present for your girlfriend.

When it comes to Christmas gifts for her, nothing beats personalized ones that will tell her that she was well thought of and that she is super special in your life. What better way to express these passionate feelings that with this inspirational hand stamped bracelet.

Obviously, the first reason why we like this bracelet so much is that it looks really cute and sexy on the wrist. It is only a fourth of an inch wide, which is just enough to hand stamp the letters and make them legible enough to be read an arm’s length away. It is a very delicate bangle that looks very feminine and great on equally delicate feminine hands.

Another reason why this is one of the cute things to do for your girlfriend is that it is personalized. The inspirational quote is hand stamped on the bracelet one letter at a time so you know that a lot of effort and passion went into the making of this product. This 6-inch bracelet can fit wrists with a circumference between 6 ¼ inches and 7 ½ inches. It can be adjusted without the need for a professional jeweler.

You also do not have to worry about this bracelet tarnishing, flaking or changing in color because it does not. It remains the same even after weeks and months of using it and even if you do not remove it – it will be as if it is brand new. Additionally, it is very easy to clean and maintain and does not result to problems even when worn on sensitive skin.

The quote found in the bracelet is also very inspirational and will make your girlfriend (or mom, sister, wife or female friends and coworkers) motivated after reading it. It is a great gift for any occasion but most especially when they have graduated, gone through a trial or have recently achieved an accomplishment. We love the message of the necklace better so this has to go second place.

Although women always mention that they are on a diet of some sort, we know that they could never resist a box of delicious chocolate chip cookies. We know we can’t, too. So, if you happen to be in a fight with your special girl (and even if you are not), just get her a box of these delicious cookies and you are sure to bring a smile back to her face again.

What makes this cookie box among the best presents for girlfriends? Well, obviously, no one can resist the charm of choco chip cookies – not even men – so that part is already hard to argue. The cookies come in their original recipe which started out since 1888. It has been time tested and you know that it is made with such delicious goodness that no one can ever resist getting these.

Another reason why you might want to give this as one of your birthday gifts for her is that it is all natural. No preservatives were added to this product and they taste extremely delicious whether you eat them all on their own or pair them with a cup of tea, coffee or milk. We are quite confident that your girlfriend will forget about your fight and all other worries once she gets a taste of these delicious cookies.

Perhaps the only thing that we did not love about this product is that it is way too expensive for our taste. It tastes really good, no doubt, and just exactly what you could expect from double choco chip from France. However, we think it can really burn a whole in the pocket even if you get them on a subscription and get each box at a discounted price. On the other hand, we did like the tin box which features the famous French chef La Mere Poulard and her famous restaurant at Mont Saint Michel, which is now a UNESCO Heritage Site.

After weighing everything – price versus taste and presentation – we believe this is best placed at the third position in our list.

Yoga has been getting very popular nowadays not just among health buffs but also those that want to experience peace and clarity in their everyday life. However, when you are also an avid traveler, practicing yoga becomes very difficult mostly because bringing the regular yoga mats can be such a hassle.

If you have a girlfriend who loves yoga and likes to do it in different places every day, this is the best girlfriend gifts that we recommend you give her. What we love most about this mat is that it is so thin and light that you nearly do not feel its weight in your backpack. You can carry it around anywhere and its size and weight is not too bulky that it bothers you. It is, however, made very thin as it has to be lightweight so do not expect it to be used as your main mat. Instead, you can use it on top of a thicker yoga mat and you can do your salutations without worrying of having contact with a yoga mat that has been used by other people.

We also like that this mat does not contain PVC and other harmful plasticizers and that it is made from biodegradable material. As a yogi, you tend to be very conscious about things including the impact of each of your activities to the world but this will leave your girlfriend in peace knowing that the trees harvested were not from the Amazon. It also uses non-toxic foaming agents and non-azo dyes. Even the scraps that have been collected from the manufacture of this mat went through a carefully planned waste manufacturing process.

As high as our expectations were for this yoga mat, it did have some problems including not being skid-free, which becomes a huge hassle for yogis. But, it still makes as one of the best gifts for your girlfriend as it still functions the way it should. We are ranking this awesome yoga mat as fourth in the list.

If you are still clueless on what to get your girlfriend, you might want to add this item into your shopping list. It is the perfect gift not just for those who are fans of making selfies but also those who are into the makeup business.

Why choose this type of phone case over the others? Simply because it comes with very bright LED lights that will make you see yourself very clearly, no matter how dark the surroundings may be. True, the LED lights may get a little too bright but you can always dim it to your desired brightness. It even has a strobe effect that you can turn fast or slow, which is really cool.

This durable cell phone case makes one of the best birthday gift ideas for girlfriend as it offers great lighting, perfect for those who are in the makeup business, but still provides easy access to all important phone buttons. The case comes with a rechargeable battery so you do not have to worry about it eating up your phone’s power. Plus, it only needs to use the regular micro USB cable, which is already included in the package.

Unlike the built-in flash in your phone, this lighting cell phone case allows you to see the light even before you take your selfie. There will definitely be no flash surprises so you can be sure that you will not blink once your photo is being taken. If your girlfriend is not a fan of taking pictures of herself (we highly doubt), they can also use this as flashlight or strobe lighting for parties. It can even help remove the darkness from photos and movies – yes, it is that bright and powerful.​

You might think twice if your phone constantly drops her phone because this one does not provide a lot of protection and it can crack very easily. If they redesigned a sturdier rubber case, this will probably go higher up our list. For now, it stays at the bottom.

We promised to focus on “affordable” round trampolines in our reviews, and we will. But we thought it also made sense to include a top-of-the-line AlleyOOP model so you have a good basis for comparison, and we’ve chosen the 14-foot DoubleBounce. It’s unquestionably the best model you can buy so we’ve ranked it at #1, even though its $2200 price tag likely puts it way out of your reach. Believe it or not, there’s an even more expensive variation of this trampoline, the Power DoubleBounce, which adds extra springs and a stronger safety net for another $300. You can also opt for the plain PowerBounce model which sells for $1700, or the VariableBounce for $1500.

Why is the AlleyOOP line so special? The galvanized steel frame is the sturdiest you’ll find on a round trampoline. There’s a proprietary system to protect the frame from the stress that can cause it to twist over time. The safety net is the best-designed on the market, interlocked with the jumping surface and equipped with a fail-safe enclosure. And most importantly, there’s a double-jumping mat and a unique spring construction (that’s the DoubleBounce part) which greatly increase bounce and minimizes the possibility of injury through a “shock absorption zone.” One of the main features of this construction is that only half of the high-performance 10-inch springs (the longest on any round trampoline) engage when you land on the mat, while the other half of them kick in a fraction of a second later. That not only provides a stronger jump back up, but better helps the body absorb the impact of landing. It’s an innovative and effective design.

There are other advantages to the AlleyOOP, including the facts that the trampoline is tunable so you can adjust the bounce to suit the age or skill level of the people who will be jumping, the frame pad is made from gym-quality polyethylene with closed-cell foam and a reinforced PVC outer coating that’s UV- and water-resistant, there’s more ground clearance for the jumping mat than on a number of competitors, and the rust-resistant springs are attached with steel V-rings and straps instead of being threaded through grommets that can rip the mat over time.

Finally, there’s the strength of the DoubleBounce. It is rated at 250 pounds for a single user (which is impressive enough), but the company’s “real-world” testing has shown the trampoline can handle multiple users weighing up to 800 pounds without a problem. When you see how sturdy and well-built this trampoline is, you’ll believe it. It’s beautiful too, with a forest green pad and black-and-silver supports, net and accents. Assembly will take a long time, but that’s to be expected with a complicated piece of technology – and that’s what this is.

If you’ve got a spare $2K kicking around and want to spend it on a round trampoline, there should be no question in your mind which one to buy. The AlleyOOPs are the models against which all others should be judged.

We now descend from the high air of a session on the DoubleBounce to re-enter the real world, and we do that with a strong and well-designed model from Skywalker that costs a more realistic $375.

Many of the most-important construction features seen on the AlleyOOP are also used, in their basic forms, to build this trampoline. The frame assembly is made from heavy-gauge and rust-resistant galvanized steel, there are T-sockets that keep the frame from twisting, and the jumping mat is made from heavy-duty polypropylene with UV protection. There are also a couple of aspects of the Skywalker that we think are even more desirable than what’s seen on the DoubleBounce (that costs almost ten times as much): there are six “W” support legs instead of four, and the safety net is interlocked with the jumping mat at each V-ring with buttons and buttonholes, which eliminates the gaps between the two components where a small child could get stuck.

Naturally, for a much lower price than AlleyOOP charges you’re not going to get the same features or performance; the springs are much shorter and there’s a single bouncing mat, as two examples. Then again, you won’t be comparing the two models side-by-side. Viewed on its own merits the Skywalker is a solid unit, the bounce is great and more than you’d probably expect from a round trampoline at this cost, and the safety features are robust and definitely reassuring. We’re not sure that we’d want to leave this trampoline out in snowy and windy winters even though it’s been weatherproofed, since the padding seems that it might suffer over the long-term. In more moderate climates, however, there should be no issue.

We should also note that this is a 15-foot model, so there’s even more room to jump than on standard 14-foot units. The Skywalker comes in four colors (red and camo are more expensive than blue or green) and it’s a lot of trampoline for the money.

Zupapa is a German company, and TUVs are that nation’s independent safety certification companies. Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, we’ll give the Zupapa our own seal of approval because this is a strong and enjoyable round trampoline. We’re looking here specifically at the 15-foot model which sells for a little less than $500, but they also offer 12- and 14-foot round models as well.

The frame is made from thick, rust-resistant galvanized steel with six “W”-shaped legs, and longer-than-normal poles which accommodate an adult-sized six-foot safety net. The mat is UV-protected polypropylene, protected by a foam pad with PVC cover and held by 108 seven-inch galvanized steel springs. That’s fewer than on the high-end DoubleBounce, but more than you’ll find on most moderate-priced models like the Skywalker.

The bounce on this trampoline is very good, perhaps not quite up to the Skywalker’s level but close, and it certainly will keep your kids happy. It will definitely make you happy too, if you decide to give it a try; the Zupapa can easily handle an adult’s weight and height. There’s one negative to mention, though. As with the Skywalker, we’d be very tempted to take this “weatherproof” unit inside during difficult winter weather to protect the padding and the manufacturer actually recommends taking that step, so there could be a lot of disassembling and assembling in your future. There’s one very welcome positive to mention as well: unlike most trampolines, the Zupapa comes complete with a ladder and a rain cover.

This model ranks at #3 on our list of the top 5 best round trampolines, but it didn’t miss the #2 position by much.

For those who can’t see spending $400-$500 for a trampoline, we offer the Ultega (as well as the final entry on our list, the Super Jumper Combo) which is a decent model for about $325. There’s a galvanized steel frame and base, four “L”-shaped legs (which are a bit more stable than the “W”-shaped ones) and the standard 88 steel springs, so the jumping experience is good although it doesn’t fully approach that of our first three trampolines.

The Ultega is German-made and boasts TUV safety standard approval (although they don’t put it in the name of their product). And you can tell from inspecting the product in-person that while it doesn’t have the impeccable design of the DoubleBounce, this is a solid unit that should hold up just fine for kids to jump on for several years. Adults who want to use the Ultega will be best off if they’re on the slim side; fitting into the zippered opening is difficult for full-sized people.

With a 200 pound nominal weight rating, though, this is designed mainly for the kids and it’s a trampoline they’ll enjoy. As with most of the bouncers on our list, we’d suggest taking the Ultega inside for the winter if you live in harsh climates, to protect the pads and straps.

Finally, we have a trampoline that we’d suggest as a kids’ model rather than one for older children or adults. The Super Jumper Combo that we review here is 14 feet in diameter and costs a little over $250, but the company offers a range of sizes from 16 feet ($350) to 4½ feet ($100).

The quality of the Super Jumper’s build isn’t up to that of our first four reviewed models, but it’s still safe and sturdy for younger kids with a galvanized steel frame and four “W”-shaped legs. We just don’t think it will hold up to continuous use over a long period of time, particularly since there are only 80 springs holding the mat and the welds don’t appear to be as strong as on some competitors. The stated weight limit is 330 pounds, but we’d feel more comfortable placing the number around 200 pounds.

Personally, we’d spend the extra $100-125 for a tougher and more durable trampoline, but if budget is a major factor in your purchase, this will do just fine for the kids.

At 21.47 pounds, the Graco FastAction Fold Sport Stroller is among the lightest (second in our list), most convenient all-terrain stroller that fits right within most of our budget!

We have always loved Graco and it seems that their budget all-terrain stroller has impressed us once again. This stroller is quite popular among parents and functions very well, especially as a rugged three-wheeler that can accompany parents and children in their pursuit to fitness.

So, what is so awesome about this off road stroller? Obviously, its lightweight design is its strongest feature. Despite it being very light, it is able to carry up to 50 pounds of baby weight which is awesome. This stroller also comes with a lockable front swivel wheel to ensure that it is still easy to maneuver even with a passenger inside. Parents and children are guaranteed with a smooth and hassle-free ride when you go on strolls along uneven surfaces; it definitely has the makings of the best jogging stroller.

When it comes to storage, this stroller also does not fall short because it comes with a storage compartment and two deep cup holders for the parents. Of course, the passenger is also provided with a tray (with cup holder) that can be pivoted and removed. Another feature to love about the stroller is its convertible 3- or 5-point harness (you can change to the former when the baby is older for added flexibility in movement) and the extra large, expandable sun canopy that provides more than enough protection against the sun.

All-terrain strollers can be bulkier than usual but despite that, they are usually made easy to fold and store. This particular one has a red strap on the toddler’s seat that can be pulled so the stroller folds in just one second. Plus it has a carrying strap making transport much easier.

With so many awesome features (also compatible with the Graco SnugRide car seats), there is no doubt that the Graco FastAction Stroller deserves to be placed at the top spot in our list.

When it comes to all-terrain strollers, among the first considerations to keep in mind should always be comfort and maneuverability. Despite the rather low price range it belongs to, the InStep Grand Safari Swivel Wheel Jogger thankfully does not disappoint.

One of the best features that this jogger have (which immediately got our attention) is its 12-inch pneumatic front tires that includes a remote lockout as well as two 16-inch rear wheels. If that is not enough to convince you of its all-terrain power then we are not quite sure what else will.

Aside from the wheels and the advanced suspension system that keep the baby safe and comfortable inside, no matter how bumpy the ride may be, the stroller also comes with a faux lambskin seat pad that adds warmth and coziness all throughout the ride. For even added convenience, a pivoting child’s tray is available as well as a molded tray with two cup holders for the parents. The stroller even has built-in MP3 speakers and slip-resistant rubberized handles to keep parents company during those long walks, jogs or runs.

This impressive jogger stroller can hold up to 55 pounds (some sites say as much as 75 pounds) of baby weight yet still remain comfortable for the parent. Baby is kept safe at all times with the 5-point harness plus an adjustable canopy that will protect them from the harmful sun’s rays from every angle.

Don’t be surprised or intimidated if the InStep gets a little bulky to load up on your car trunk; that’s usually how jogger strollers are. Getting some air into the tires may also be a bit of a hassle because of the plastic but it is otherwise an awesome product that you can use with your kid.

Who says having a kid should stop you from pursuing an active lifestyle? For that reason, we are placing this product at the second spot in our list.

Yet another brand that you can add to the list as one of the best off road stroller is this Baby Trend Expedition Jogger Travel System. Despite its heavy 49-pound build, we certainly think that this one performs pretty well and should be highly considered by those looking for all-terrains strollers.

What do we like about this jogger? Like most other jogger strollers, this one comes with a swiveling front wheel that can be locked into place for when you are jogging or running with your baby. However, you can be sure that its tires are strong and sturdy enough so you can push it even through the roughest and toughest surfaces. Even as you take it out the box for the first time, you won’t be as intimidated because assembly is quite easy.

The only problem that parents have with this jogger, aside from its heavy weight, is its rather clunky car seat base. Constantly taking off the base from the car and moving it into the stroller can be a little difficult. You will have to make sure that you push the lever enough so you can hear the click otherwise it means it isn’t secure yet.

If you do have a newborn, you might think twice about purchasing this travel system. The seat isn’t the best designed in the market and very small kids may have issues sitting in it especially when they are not yet old or strong enough to hold their heads. It looks slightly uncomfortable looking at them. The sunshade that this stroller comes with also does not work as well as it is intended, especially when your kid no longer uses the infant car seat.

Despite a few cons, this jogger still does a good job at transporting a baby from one point to another along rough terrains so it is still something that parents might want to consider. It fits the budget quite well so we are putting this one at the middle of our list.

The Baby Trend Stealth Jogger Travel System is also another product that parents should consider when looking for a great hiking stroller in the market. It is designed with style in mind, is quite affordable and can compete quite well with other brands of similar features.

This jogger comes with a front swivel wheel that can be locked in placed for added security and stability and also has two 16-inch tires at the back to absorb the bumps that you meet along the way. This one sadly does not have a child tray but it does have a bumper bar which helps make the child stay even more secure and safe in their seats, aside from the 5-point harness.

This jogger travel system also comes with Flex Loc infant car seat (great price) that can accommodate little ones from 5 to 30 pounds so you do not have to worry about small bouncing babies while you go out for a brisk walk, hike, jog or run.

Another thing we love about this stroller is that folds compactly so you can easily fit it inside your car trunk or store it inside the house without any worries.

If you are worried about assembling this stroller together, you do not have to! Even if you are not a handy person, you can totally use this right away. Everything in the package has been assembled except for the two wheels at the back. But even that is already made easy because it only takes two bolts to screw them on and you are set to go on a quick jog with your kiddo.

With premium padding and high quality fabric, you wouldn’t think that this stroller belongs to the budget category. As for storage, this one does not disappoint (except for the lack of child tray) as it does have a parent cup holder and a huge basket at the bottom where you can put in snacks and other baby and parent essentials. The canopy ensures that your kid stays safe under the sun plus it has a peek-a-boo window so you can take a glance at what your child is doing even as you are pushing the stroller.

We still think the other brands are more superior to this one so we are placing this at the fourth position in the list.

When it comes to price and weight, the Jeep All-Terrain Jogging Stroller is clearly the winner. This one weighs just 21 pounds (a few ounces lighter than the Graco stroller in our list) and is also the cheapest of all the items listed here.

What else do we love about this lightweight all terrain stroller? First of all, we just love its tires! Somehow it makes us feel comforted that our baby can stay safe and comfortable in their seats no matter how rough the terrain may be. The tires are air-filled and, if you plan on jogging, you can lock the front swivel wheel in place for easier maneuverability.

In terms of storage, this one does not disappoint. The parent tray comes with two cup holders plus clear lid storage to hold valuables such as keys and a phone. The foam handle is easy and comfortable to grip and it also comes with a safety tether strap that you can put around your wrist to make sure the stroller does not accidentally move forward too fast especially when you go downhill. Meanwhile, the passenger is also provided with a child’s tray that swings up and down for easy loading and unloading. Additionally, there is a huge storage bin under the stroller.

The stroller makes use of a European style canopy that provides ample protection against the sun. However, parents may not like so much that it does not have a peek-a-boo window so you can’t see the baby inside when you have the sun shade down. The suspension system is also a little inferior compared to the other brands so it might be tougher for the baby inside when you go along rough surfaces.

For its price, you do get what you deserve but you really cannot expect much from it. We do love that it is compatible with many car seat brands and that it folds compactly in the trunk. Still, we think that this stroller deserves to be placed at the last spot in our list.

The Beaba Babycook may be the most expensive item in our list but we can guarantee that it won’t disappoint you. We all want what’s the best for our kiddos, right? And, when it comes to the best baby food maker, we are quite sure that this product is well worth every dollar you invest it in. Not convinced? Well, read on.

So, what is up with the Beaba food maker and why does it come with such a premium price? Easy. This mean baby machine can actually do four things so you can ditch all other machines and replace it with this. Need to defrost ingredients or reheat precooked meals? This one comes with a steamer that you can easily leave behind (it shuts off automatically and beeps when it is done). If you are preparing meat for your little one, you can also use the Babycook to cook the meat until it is tender enough for them to chew on and swallow. If you would like to prepare purees and smoothies, you can also use this machine to blend in all the ingredients together to make one healthy and wholesome meal for your little one. Sounds great, right?

It might not look like much but this baby food processor also has among the biggest capacities. At 4.7 cups, you can make up to 18 servings of baby food in one go. That will definitely save parents a lot of time so they can spend it on more important things such as playing with their kiddos. And, despite all the functionalities that it comes with, this machine comes with a one-hand operation so even if you have your baby in your other arm, you can still prepare meals without a problem.

Obviously, we love the Beaba Babycook and we highly believe that it deserves to be placed at the top spot in our list. It is truly worth every single penny you spend on it.

When it comes to making nutritious homemade baby food, among a parent’s biggest dilemma is finding the best baby food processor that can help them create these in huge batches. Enter the Baby Magic Bullet which allows one to make a week’s worth of baby meals in just five minutes. Cool, huh?

What we like most about this awesome 20-piece package is that it is very versatile and flexible in terms of the types of food that it is able to make. For starters, you can easily make a puree out of this one and store all food inside the date-dial storage cups, allowing you to keep track of when you made the food so you only serve fresh meals to your baby every single time. You can also put the food in the batch tray then place it inside the freezer and, when your baby becomes a toddler, you can continue giving them healthier meals and snacks in the form of homemade popsicles! Smoothies are a great option as well.

So, how does the Baby Bullet differ from the Magic Bullet that parents already use? Why is it considered as the best blender for baby food? Aside from the add-on accessories such as the date-dial storage cups, freezer tray and smoothie cup, the blender itself also comes with an additional milling attachment so you can further grind rice, oatmeal or other similar ingredients so they are easier for your baby to chew and swallow.

Overall, this can be considered as one of the best baby food grinders available in the market. It comes at a great price considering its functionality. However, if you are looking for something more, say a steamer function, you will be disappointed as this one does not have that and you will have to purchase the steamer separately. Still, with all its features and accessories, we think that the Baby Bullet should be placed at the second spot in our list.

Yet another food processor for baby food that comes at the expensive price range is the Cuisinart Baby Food Maker and Bottle Warmer. Yes, you read that right. Not only is this baby machine great for preparing food (steaming and blending), you can even use it to warm bottles which means one less machine for you to get!

Now, what are the awesome things that come with this product? For starters, it works really great as a food mill. It can accommodate up to four cups of baby food ingredients and steam, chop or puree them without any problem. While preparing for your family’s meal, you can cut up a bit more of those vegetables and meat and even add in some rice or oatmeal. No need for getting out an extra pot or pan because you can dump all the ingredients inside the bowl and the machine will do the rest for you. Simply turn the dial to get the steaming function or if you want to further slice the ingredients first, you can also chop them up using this machine. Another thing we like about this product is that it creates really thin purees which are perfect for making homemade baby food pouches. Or you can always turn them into popsicles, too, and ensure you get your little ones healthy yet fun snacks every single time.

Despite its huge size, this Cuisinart baby food maker comes with very few parts (bowl, blade and lid) so cleaning them up is a very fast and simple process. Plus, they are top-rack dishwasher safe which makes it even more convenient for everyone. However, it is also important to take note that its water container needs proper maintenance to prevent build up of minerals and growth of bacteria. Otherwise, we have seen no problems with this machine, even the discoloration that some parents have complained about.

We also like that it comes with a bottle warmer function but it is still slightly unreliable so we are pushing this one to the middle of our list.

Parents who are obsessed with making the best baby food using fresh ingredients from home will definitely love that Nuk has made it easier and cheaper for you to prepare them every day.

This 20-piece set should be more than enough to get your baby started in eating fresh and nutritious meals every single day. All you have to do is fill the cup with fresh ingredients then make a puree out of it for a healthy, homemade meal for your babies! Once they start growing up, the Nuk Smoothie and Baby Food Maker also grows with your kiddo. By this time, you can start blending ingredients and make smoothies. You can make them in huge batches and place them inside any of the six storage cups included in the package. If you are on the go, you can also use the sippy cup by simply replacing the blades with a cup lid which also comes with a wide straw perfect for thick smoothies.

If you are looking for the best food processor for baby food without a lot of fuss, this Nuk food maker should be high up in your list. It grows with your child so you do not have to throw away old appliances and trade it for yet another new one for every phase of your child’s growth. Plus, the 20-piece package already comes with every single thing you need to make fresh homemade meals for your baby. Say goodbye to using canned baby food whose ingredients you are unsure of.

Despite this product being very popular among parents, there are still a few who are disappointed with its performance saying that it is not as strong and durable as it is expected to be. You will have to remember though that this item is made from plastic and not glass so you have to take extra caution to make sure you do not overwork it.

Regardless, we still think that this product deserves to be placed at the fourth spot.

When it comes to all-in-one baby food makers, there is only one name that comes to mind: Baby Brezza. It can be used for multiple functions so parents no longer have to purchase additional appliances; no wonder it makes it to our list!

What do we love most about this baby food maker? Well, for starters, parents can use it as a steamer. Simply put in all the fresh ingredients inside and set the steam time. The machine will do all the hard work for you and all you have to do is wait. Even better is that you do not have to take out the steamed ingredients out of the container because you can have them blended in the same bowl; parents can certainly say goodbye to the hassle of transferring hot food in the middle of the process. You can even have baby on one arm and prepare food with the other without any problem. Of course, if you want to defrost meat or other ingredients or reheat food that you have previously prepared, you can also do that using this mean baby machine.

Although the plastic material of the container makes a lot of parents hesitant about getting this product especially since heat and steaming is involved, there have been also numerous positive reviews about it. So, parents need not worry because the plastic holds up really well. However, if you are still hesitant, Baby Brezza has also released a glass version of their famous baby food processor.

While we like that this machine comes with every functionality that parents are looking for in a food processor (you can now ditch the steamer and hand mixer), there are complaints about the coating in the water reservoir peeling off during steaming so we will have to place this one down the bottom of our list. Still, we think that this item is worth the consideration when looking for a food processor for baby food!

This is considered to be the ultimate ice pack, especially for a highly active lifestyle. From muscle cramps to sprain or just a weary set of muscles, you will easily gain relief from this best ice pack. This is the best professional gel ice packs in our list. It is made of plastic filled with a non-toxic gel that is both heat resistant and cold resistant. Because of this, it doesn't just work as both an ice pack and a hot pack too.

You can use this as an ice pack for injuries or a hot pack for stiff muscles. For cooling, you simply put this ice pack with velcro straps in the freezer. If you want a hot pack, you can simply pop it in the microwave and it's ready to go. What's great about it is that it is sturdy and has an anti-leak feature since it is double sealed.

The Pain Relief ice pack with velcro straps make it easy for you to keep the ice pack on any part of your body as you continue with your activities. Its versatility comes from its three segmented individually sealed packs. The velcro straps secure it around any part of your body and the gel can provide cooling or heating relief  for up to four hours.

One additional quality of this reusable ice pack is that it is easy to clean, all you need to do is wipe it clean and put it in the freezer. It is the most widely used ice pack by athletes, sports trainers, and doctors. For all those great reasons mentioned above, it is our top pick for the top 5 best ice packs.

This ice pack is probably the biggest ice pack on our list. It is meant to cover larger areas of the body. It works best as an ice pack around your back, on your butt cheeks, both your legs, your feet or any other parts of your body that need a decent amount of cooling. What we love about this is that it has a thin even layer of gel inside the pack giving your skin an instant constant relieving cold feel that will last for eight hours thus making it the longest lasting of all our reviewed ice packs. This ice pack contains a proprietary gel interior that remains pliable even when frozen.

This ice pack is found commonly in hospitals and used as a medical ice pack. It works well as when cooling therapy is required after surgeries. It can also be used as a cold compress for large areas of your body to treat back pains and aching muscles. Due to its   large surface area, you don't need to keep on transferring your ice pack from one place to another. Due to its size, it is not meant to be portable and so it doesn't come with velcro straps. However, if you require treatment over such a large area of your body, you probably won't be moving around anyway!

Due to its size and cooling power, one consideration is that they can be too cold. It is recommended to wrap it in a towel initially before first application and then after an hour, you can put it straight on your body. This icepack has additional qualities. Firstly, it is easy to clean. Secondly, it has an awesome fabric outer cover to make it feel smooth and comfortable when placed directly on your skin. Thirdly, you also use it as a hot pack by putting it in the microwave.

Leak prevention is achieved by a double seal. A plastic seal secures the gel and a fabric seal is placed around the sealed plastic compartment. For these reason, this ice pack is our second favorite pick for top five best ice packs.

This is the best blue ice gel pack. We really love the small size which makes it absolutely perfect for kids. It has a thick seal to prevent it from leaking and the plastic cover prevents your kids from biting through the blue ice gel pack. This is the most compact first aid treatment for small bruises burns, cuts and sprains or aches. 

What we love about this is that it is also a hot pack. It can be put in the microwave even if it's taken straight out of the freezer. Since it comes in a pack of five's, you can just pop 3 in the freezer for cooling therapy and two in the first aid kit to microwave for warming therapy so you're ready for all occasions. This ice pack can also be used to treat migraines as they can be placed on specific areas that are painful such as: around your eyes, on both temples, on your forehead or just by the nape of your neck. 

Due to their size, these ice packs may not work well for treatment that require long lasting relief. However, these little blue ice packs are handy and versatile and can even be put together inside a larger bag to serve as a bigger ice pack treatment on larger areas. This is the best ice pack one our list that also doubles as a skincare or a beauty treatment. A note of caution, do NOT microwave for longer than 10 seconds. After microwaving, move the gel around to spread the heat. Overheating will cause these blue gel ice packs to burst.

And all the above reasons, this ice pack comes in third in our list of the top 5 best ice packs.

This is the most compact ice pack in our list. Not only is it compact in design, it also comes with ice pack contours that is preformed for your neck, your back, around your eyes, and more. 

This is our favorite, home treatment ice pack. The blue vinyl cover prevents the frozen gel inside from stinging your skin. It feels gentle directly on your skin and it works great as treatment to bring down a fever. It also works well for bruises, sprains, strains and to reduce swelling in general. Due to its size, this ice pack can only maintain cooling for about 30 minutes. You'd have to freeze the Colpac for at least two hours to keep it frozen to achieve maximum cooling power. When it's frozen, the gel in this ice pack is lumpy but still pliable. It holds quite well in uneven parts of your body like the joints.

The reasons we love the Colpac best ice packs is the preformed contours for different parts of your body. They allow the cooling pack to be positioned in just the right place for maximum effectiveness. Your body aches will thank you.

This ice pack is not the best cold pack for kids. Children have the tendency to bite and this soft chewy item is very tempting to teething toddlers. The seal is also not very study and the gel that comes out can create quite a mess. The instructions say that you have to take it out of the freezer for a day if it's been freezing for a week. This is very inconvenient as who has most people will not be able to keep tabs on their ice packs. Colpac ice packs are also not microwavable. They cannot be heated for hot therapy. These last two negative factors drop the Chattanooga ColPac down to fourth spot on our list of Top 5 best ice packs.