Consumer Reports Spills the Dirt on Laundry Detergents
Using too much detergent can send products’ benefits down the drain; Easy fixes that can save consumers’ money on laundry costs YONKERS, NY — Using too much concentrated laundry detergent can wash its benefits away. Consumer eports looked closely at...

Investigation of Appliance Fires: Many Caused By Products Themselves
Millions of appliance units recalled in the past five years for defects that could cause a fire; Eight ways consumers can protect themselves YONKERS, NY — Appliances can pose a fire hazard even when they are not in use according...

Top Performing Paper Towels to Clean Up Your Holiday Messes
Bounty plain, Bounty Extra Soft, and Target’s Up & Up Rise To The Top In Consumer Reports’ Tests YONKERS, NY — With the holidays looming and extra guests coming and going, it’s no time to skimp on paper towels. Consumer...

Pros and Cons of CFL, LED and Halogen Lightbulbs
CR Tests Find 100-Watt-Equivalent CFLs Might Not Be as Bright as Incandescents YONKERS, NY — Consumer Reports’ latest lightbulb tests uncovered not only which bulbs were the best performers, but also shined some light on a few of the most...

Just in time for National Protect Your Identity Week: Consumer Reports tests 19 paper shredders
Consumer Reports’ tests of 19 cross-cut paper shredders revealed four recommended models (Black & Decker CC1500, Go EcoLife GXC120Ti, and two from Staples, the SPL-TXC22A console type and wastepaper basket-type, respectively.) These models were easy to operate, shredded paper faster...

Consumer Reports Shines a Light on the Best CFL and LED Bulbs
CR’s First Full Report on LED Energy Savings Lightbulbs Finds More Choices and Savings YONKERS, NY – The days of inefficient lightbulbs are slowly coming to an end and recent tests from Consumer Reports showcase more than 30 different compact...

Consumer Reports Tests Reveal Which Stain Treatments Really Work
Two products from the same manufacturer score at the top and bottom of the Ratings YONKERS, NY — Stained clothing can be a bummer, but are there products out there that can remove even the nastiest grime? Consumer Reports tested...

Consumer Reports Rates the Best Appliances, Upgrades and Looks for The Kitchen
Annual Kitchen Package Includes Advice on Great Looks, Functional Layouts, and Products that Will Stand the Test of Time — Plus Products to Avoid YONKERS, NY — Ready to ditch tired appliances, dated cabinets, and stain-splotched countertops in the kitchen?...

CR Turns Up The Heat On Latest Grill Testing In Time For Summer Entertaining
Latest Grill Ratings Reveal Brand Name Deals and Duds Weber and Kenmore Top the List with Recommended Models YONKERS, NY — Last year’s unsold grills might mean better deals for this year’s shoppers. The latest grill test results from Consumer...

Pricey dish soaps are not better at cleaning
Store shelves are lined with dozens of dish liquids in a row of rainbow colors and a garden of scents but do the products heavily touted on TV have superior cleaning power? Not necessarily, according to Consumer Reports tests, which...