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Ranges and microwaves rated


We found some excellent sub-$800 ranges—and held a bake-off to see if convection ovens are worth the extra money. Plus: See how new microwaves with speed cooking and grill settings performed in our tests.
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Freezers

Freezers

Manual defrost upright models show some problems.Subscribe for Ratings

Mixers

Mixers

Pricey mixers get whipped in our tests.Subscribe for Ratings

Microwaves

Microwave ovens

Speed, automation, and performance are on the rise.Subscribe for Ratings

Dishwashers

Dishwashers

Get spotless dishes without breaking the budget.Subscribe for Ratings

Coffeemakers

Coffeemakers

Models that get the best from the beans.Subscribe for Ratings

Wine cellar

Wine chillers

Consistency and capacity make a few models shine.Subscribe for Ratings
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