Erica Murphy

There are a lot of cool things out there that make us wonder — do they really work? In our I Tried It series, we set out to use them in the real world and have determined that, in fact, they really do.On Trial: NordicTrack Commercial 2950 TreadmillTester: Erica Murphy, a runner who’s been desperate to get back into a gym for treadmill workoutsThe Brief: I’ve done every possible workout I can do in my tiny New York City apartment. I’ve done yoga, HIIT classes, pilates, Board30 workouts, boxing, r…

Some products show up everywhere — subway ads, Instagram, celeb endorsements. With this series, we’re testing such products to conclude one thing: Does it live up to the hype? Rothy’s shoes — cute, washable shoes for women made from recycled materials.Rothy’s launched in 2016 with The Flat and The Loafer, and just a little over 3 years later, the brand now has six different styles for women — ranging from flats to boots to sneakers — as well as two styles for kids. What’s helped the company gain…

There are a lot of cool things out there that make us wonder — do they really work? In our I Tried It series, we set out to use them in the real world and have determined that, in fact, they really do.The Product On TrialBy Humankind, specifically the deodorantThe TesterErica Murphy, a woman on the hunt for a natural deodorant that doesn’t harm the planetThe BriefWe all know that plastic is hurting the environment. I’ve always thought that I did a good job when it came to doing my part for the e…

Some products that we’ve tried have stood the test of time and remain our faves to this day. In our series 10/10 Would Recommend, we’re giving the final word on well-known products that we fully stand behind. The ProductThe Laura Davidson SOHO Chair, a sleek leather desk chair that won’t set you back $1,000.The StatsThe Price: $319.99Year it came out: 2017Reviewed by: Rated the “Best Padded” by health.com; recommended by The Strategist; rated the “Sleekest Swivel” by GQ. How Did I Find It?I wasn…

Best Obsessed is where our editors share what they’re obsessing over now. Shop our product picks you’ll wonder how you ever lived without!What We Tested This Week: Winc Wine Subscription ServiceWho This Is Perfect For: A wine lover who likes trying new varieties, but gets overwhelmed by the selection at a storeIt’s no secret that we live in a world where you can get virtually anything delivered to you (seriously, anything). Now, you can get your favorite goodies automatically delivered on a week…

These sports bras run the gamut from soft and comfy enough for lounging to tight and sturdy enough for a HIIT class.

Buying a gift takes special consideration. And we’ve all been on both sides of the exchange, whether it’s gone well or not so well. You know when the wrapping paper comes off whether a present is a winner. In our Gifted Approved series, we tell the stories of those winners, the best presents our editors have either given or received. We hope they provide a little inspiration and advice as you go about your holiday shopping and gift search.Jewelry is always a great gift idea. But, it’s even bett…

Buying a gift takes special consideration. And we’ve all been on both sides of the exchange, whether it’s gone well or not so well. You know when the wrapping paper comes off whether a present is a winner. In our Gifted Approved series, we tell the stories of those winners, the best presents our editors have either given or received. We hope they provide a little inspiration and advice as you go about your holiday shopping and gift search.Over the past few years, I’ve been focusing my gift-givi…

The crazy cat lady trope used to be a thing of shame — dog lovers, were you behind this?? — but for us here at Best Products, and all of the other cat lovers out there, it’s a badge of honor. Nowadays, we have representation from some of the most famous people in the world. Taylor Swift posed on the cover of Time Magazine with her furry child, Benjamin Button (and had him in her music video), Lupita N’Yongo regularly posts about her orange baby, and now there’s even a “First Cat” in the White Ho…

Deodorant isn’t the sexiest beauty product — but it’s one of the most essential parts of any getting-ready routine. The only problem? Most traditional antiperspirants are full of questionable ingredients. Thankfully, natural deodorant is a clean-beauty option that will keep you feeling fresh and smelling good throughout the day — and it’s having a major moment right now. TikToks about natural deodorants have amassed millions of views, and thousands of people are discussing the topic on Reddit.Wi…