Mili Godio is an updates editor for NBC Select. Her expertise lies in wellness, skin care, pets, home and kitchen, and travel.
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This food processor from Select-favorite brand Hamilton Beach has a large food chute that the brand says can fit large foods for quick and easy processing. The processor comes with a bowl scraper attachment that keeps ingredients close to the blade for even results, a reversible stainless steel disc for slicing and shredding and an s-blade that chops, mixes and purees.
The Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser is an ADA-accepted water flosser that sports 10 pressure settings and a 22-ounce dishwasher-safe water reservoir. The water flosser comes with seven different tips (you can buy additional replacements online) that rotate 360 degrees to clean different parts of your teeth, according to the brand. It’s available in four colors, including white, gray, blue and black.
The Meta Portal Go includes a camera, a set of speakers and a microphone that allows you to make video calls, use messaging apps and listen to music, according to the brand. The Portal also works with Amazon Alexa so you can track the weather, control smart devices, set a timer and more using voice controls. It can also be easily moved around your home using its built-in handle.
The Oral-B Pro 5000 electric toothbrush offers five modes, each of which accommodates a different brushing habit, like Sensitive or GumCare, according to the brand. The toothbrush also has a visible pressure sensor that glows red when too much pressure is applied while brushing and a built-in two-minute timer to help you reach the dentist-recommended brush time, Oral-B says. Using the Oral-B app, you can connect this electric toothbrush to your smartphone and track your brushing habits over time, too.
Tushy’s Classic 3.0 Spa Bidet easily attaches to your toilet seat and lets you wash with a simple turn of a knob. This option features bamboo knobs and an angle adjuster to ensure you’re washing the right spots, Tushy says. It also includes the brand’s Smart Spray technology that self-cleans the nozzles before and after each use, according to the brand.
This pillow from Casper is one of our favorite sleep aid products thanks to its supportive design — it has a 2-inch gusset, which is an extra piece of material that gives the pillow more structure. The brand says both the pillow and its breathable cotton cover are machine-washable, to boot.
Powerful enough to high-speed charge your phone, tablet and notebook computer, this charger is only about the size of an AirPods Pro case, according to the brand. You can connect up to three devices at once.
AncestryDNA can help you better understand your historical ancestry — the brand analyzes your DNA to trace your origins and your ancestors’ journeys over time, find your distant relatives, build a family tree and more, according to the brand. AncestryDNA says it takes about six to eight weeks for your results to be ready online after its labs receive a sample of your saliva.
The 2021 version of the Amazon Kindle Paperwhite has a battery life of up to 10 weeks and sports a 6.8-inch screen, a dark mode and adjustable warm light, according to the brand. It also has an IPX8 water-resistance rating to keep it protected when submerged in up to two meters of water for up to 60 minutes, Amazon says.
We’ve previously covered a handful of Instant Pot’s high quality pressure cookers, including the brand’s Duo Plus. In its 6-quart stainless steel cooking pot, the Duo Plus can pressure cook, slow cook, steam, sauté, sous vide and more thanks to its 9-in-1 functionality, according to the brand. It also offers 25 customizable pre-set programs for pressure cooking everything from ribs and poultry to rice and numerous desserts, Instant Pot says.
A slimmer and sleeker version of the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer, this hot tool comes with a detachable head to make it travel- and storage-friendly, as well as a ceramic titanium barrel for a smoother glide when styling, according to the brand. It has four heat settings to customize your heat exposure.
This 40-ounce Hydro Flask is made from durable stainless steel and can keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours and hot for up to 12 hours, according to the brand. It's equipped with a wide mouth and a straw lid so you can easily sip throughout the day, as well as a carry loop that makes it comfortable to take on-the-go. The water bottle is also dishwasher-safe and comes in multiple colors, including Pacific (blue) and Stone (grey).
Cuisinart’s Waffle Maker is designed with a nonstick coating that can make traditional round-shaped Belgian waffles with four quarters. The machine offers six adjustable temperature settings to cook it to your preferred browning level, according to the brand. A red or green indicator light tells you when the batter is ready to bake and when it’s done cooking, respectively.
Oral-B offers some of our favorite electric toothbrushes for kids — this option includes a rechargeable handle and two brush heads. It also comes with an in-handle timer that can help kids reach the dentist-recommended two-minute mark while brushing, and the built-in pressure sensor lights up when too much pressure is applied, Oral-B says.
An expert-recommended wired gaming mouse, the Razer DeathAdder V2 connects via USB-A and has eight programmable buttons, as well as customizable backlighting and a fast and precise design, according to the brand. It also sports the brand’s Speedflex cables, which Razer says helps to reduce the weight and drag of the cord.
These indoor cycling shoes have cleats that clip into the Peloton or Peloton+ bikes, plus any other pedal that has Delta-compatible pedals, according to the brand. The shoes have breathable mesh uppers and come with the cleats included.
The viral Orolay Down Jacket, also known as "the coat from Amazon," is currently 45% off. The oversized down jacket is made of 100% polyester shell with a 90% duck down and 10% duckfeather filling, according to the brand. It has six pockets and a fleece lined hood to keep you and your valuables warm this upcoming winter season.
This upright vacuum from Bissell can loosen and lift pet hair and embedded dirt from carpets and other hard-to-clean surfaces using its durable brush roll tool, as well as other specialized attachments like the TurboEraser and Corner Tool, according to the brand. The vacuum has a 1-liter dust bin that you can empty with the touch of a button.
This portable Bluetooth-enabled speaker from Sony, which was released last year, comes with a built-in strap for portability and boasts up to 16 hours of battery life, according to the brand. The XB13 speaker is also IP67 rated water- and dust-resistant and it comes in five different colors, ranging from Coral Pink to Taupe.
This hair styling tool combines a heated hair comb and a flat iron in one for an easy way to straighten your hair in one pass. The tool features 3-D brush teeth that evenly distribute heat to reduce damage and frizz. It has five heat settings for five different hair types (like thin, dyed, or thick) and heats up in about 20 seconds, according to TYMO. The purchase also includes a separate detangling brush, two hair clips, a heat-proof glove and a carrying bag.
If you’re looking to upgrade your pillow ahead of daylight saving, the Leesa Premium Foam Pillow is a supportive and cooling option to consider. It comes with a removable and machine-washable cover, as well as hundreds of ventilation channels that promote airflow through the foam, according to the brand.
This fabric, upholstered ottoman is multifunctional, acting as a footrest, storage unit and seat in one. The legs are made out of birch wood, which is known as a strong wood that resists compression, says Christopher Knight.
This U-shaped pregnancy pillow has a cool-to-the-touch cover that’s designed to disperse heat away and help you feel cooler, says PharMeDoc. It comes with a detachable extension that’s meant to enhance back and belly support, but it can also be removed and used as a separate pillow.
If you’re on the market for a new heater as you prepare for the upcoming winter, this tower heater from Lasko — which makes some of our favorite tower fans and space heaters — offers both a high heat and a low heat setting. Its digital display shows the temperature it’s emitting at that moment, which you can control using the adjustable thermostat, the brand says. The heater also includes an eight-hour timer and a remote control for convenience, according to Lasko.
One of our favorite massage guns, the Wahl Deep Tissue Therapeutic Massager is an expert-recommended pick for beginners looking for a budget-friendly option. It comes with four attachment heads, including a flat disc for wide coverage of the body and a Four Finger Flex attachment that feels similar to fingers from a massage, according to the brand. This massage gun has two speeds and two vibration settings to help you customize your massage.
One of our favorite affordable air fryers, Dash’s 6-quart Tasti-Crisp Air Fryer lets you select a temperature up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and a cooking time of up to 30 minutes using two adjustable dials. The appliance automatically shuts off once your timer is done to help prevent overcooking your food, according to the brand.
The Igloo Polar Cooler has a 120-quart capacity that can hold up to 188 12-ounce cans and can keep drinks cool for up to five days in temperatures up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the brand. Though this cooler doesn’t have wheels, it does include swing-up handles on either side, as well as dual snap-fit latches to keep the lid on tight and contents secure, Igloo says. It also sports a drain plug so you can easily get rid of leftover water and ice after use.
The Sodastream can make fresh sparking water using Co2 cylinders, each of which the brand says can carbonate up to 60 liters of water. This bundle comes with two cylinders, three 1-liter sparkling water containers and two bottles of Bubly drop flavors.
This automatic dry food pet feeder has a secure lid lock design to keep pets from getting at stored food, allows for up four meals per day for cats and small dogs and has a voice recorder to call your pet even when you’re not around, according to the brand.
This serum helps lashes appear longer and thicker thanks to its formulation of vitamins, peptides and amino acids, says Grande Lash Cosmetics. Packaged in a tube with a wand that resembles a liquid eyeliner tip, the serum should be applied once a day on the upper lash line, avoiding contact with the eye. Users should start to see improvements within 4–6 weeks of regular use, says the brand.
Here are the best Prime Day sales under $100 on Amazon right now that we think you’ll want to know about.
Up to 71% off T-Fal cookware and small kitchen appliances
In addition to Amazon, the following retailers are offering Prime Day sales we recommend.
Bed Bath & Beyond: Up to 25% off the total price during its Beyond Big Sale through Oct. 12
Macy's: Up to 30% off with the purchase of a pair of shoes using code GREAT through Oct. 12
SkinStore: Up to 25% off sitewide using code FRIENDS through Oct. 12
Kohl’s: Up to 20% off sitewide using code SAVENOW through Oct. 16 and up to $10 off orders worth over $50 using code YOUGET10 through Oct. 12
Brooklinen: Up to 15% off sitewide through Oct. 17
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