Reviews

Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower Review: A Real Concept2 Alternative

Health and Fitness, Reviews October 15, 2026

Merach NovaRow R50 Pro Air Rower Review: A Real Concept2 Alternative

If you are looking at adding a rower to your home gym but don’t want to drop a ton of money, the Merach NovaRow R50 Pro could be the answer. With a smooth air-resistance system, a comfortable seat, straps, and a bar, plus a backlit display and app workouts, the R50 Pro offers more for less. I’ve wanted to add a rower to my home gym for a while but didn’t want to spend $1,000 on a Concept2, so when Merach asked me to test their new NovaRow R50 Pro, I jumped (rowed?) at the chance. Let’s see how it does.

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro Review: Two Colors From Every Light, and an App That Makes You Work for Them

Reviews October 14, 2026

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro Review: Two Colors From Every Light, and an App That Makes You Work for Them

Permanent outdoor lights are a simple pitch. You install them once, they stay tucked under the roofline all year, and you never have to drag out a ladder in December again. Govee has sold them for a few years, and the new Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 Pro adds a trick the earlier sets didn’t have: each light throws two colors at once. We’ve had the white 200-foot kit on our house for about two weeks, running every evening, to see how the dual-color effect looks on a real roofline and how the Govee app holds up.

Arcade Belts Vernan Kee Stretch Belt Review: Bold Style, All-Day Comfort, and the Perfect Fit

Reviews October 13, 2026

Arcade Belts Vernan Kee Stretch Belt Review: Bold Style, All-Day Comfort, and the Perfect Fit

The new Arcade Belts Vernan Kee stretch belts feature new colorways designed by Vernan Kee, bringing a touch of Navajo-inspired color and pattern to your daily wardrobe. Designed and inspired by Vernan Kee’s respect for nature and Navajo heritage, each belt features striking geometric shapes that reflect his modern interpretation of traditional rug patterns. We will take a look at these three new patterns for the Arcade stretch belt and see whether they deserve a place in the wardrobe.

MANGOAL Dual STARVIS 2 Dash Cam for Honda CR-V Review: The Dash Cam That Looks Like Honda Installed It

Reviews, Vehicles & Gear October 12, 2026

MANGOAL Dual STARVIS 2 Dash Cam for Honda CR-V Review: The Dash Cam That Looks Like Honda Installed It

Most dash cams are a box stuck to the windshield with a wire trailing down to a 12V socket, or a hardwire kit that sends you digging through the fuse panel. MANGOAL builds its cameras differently. Each one is molded for a specific vehicle, so it sits behind the rearview mirror as if it were part of the car. We installed the Front 4K and Rear 2K MANGOAL Dual STARVIS 2 model made for the 2023 to 2026 Honda CR-V in our own CR-V and have been driving with it for about two weeks.

TORRAS Ostand Q3 Air Case Review: MagSafe Compatible with Built-in Rotating Adjustable Stand and Drop Protection up to 4m (13ft)

Reviews October 12, 2026

TORRAS Ostand Q3 Air Case Review: MagSafe Compatible with Built-in Rotating Adjustable Stand and Drop Protection up to 4m (13ft)

I recently purchased a Pixel 11 Pro XL. When I purchase a phone for $1,000 to $1,300 (or more), I need an impact-resistant case to protect it from inevitable drops. I initially purchased an inexpensive impact-resistant case, but then I heard from other Gear Diary Pixel owners that TORRAS makes a military-grade drop-protection case with a built-in stand for my Pixel: the TORRAS Ostand Q3 Air case. I wanted to try it out. Now for the important question: do I trust it to protect my phone?

Forest of Enchantment Tarot Kit: A Gorgeous Germanic Folklore Deck That Invites You to Read Beyond the Cards

Reviews October 8, 2026

Forest of Enchantment Tarot Kit: A Gorgeous Germanic Folklore Deck That Invites You to Read Beyond the Cards

I am a huge collector of cartomancy decks. I mostly collect tarot decks, but I’ve also expanded my oracle deck collection quite a bit. I’ve been into this scene for about a decade now, and I love it more today than when I impulsively bought my first deck while in line at a Barnes & Noble. Only a few years later, in late 2019, I picked up Llewellyn Publications’ then-new release, the Forest of Enchantment Tarot kit.

Elysian Brewing Pumpkin Pack Review: Bring on the Fall Festivities with This Party-Ready Sampler!

Reviews October 7, 2026

Elysian Brewing Pumpkin Pack Review: Bring on the Fall Festivities with This Party-Ready Sampler!

When fall comes to Pennsylvania, you think of bonfires, apple cider, and cozy sweaters. Well… some of you do. I’m thinking about seasonal beers! And what better way to welcome the season than by sampling a variety pack from Elysian Brewing, the king of pumpkin beers? We’re looking at the Elysian Brewing Pumpkin Pack, a 12-pack that bundles three different (but related) styles for your parties, tasting sessions, and fireside enjoyment. Testing products is a hard job, dear readers, but I humbly make this sacrifice to arm you with knowledge. To the review!

Lenovo Legion Pro 27UD-10

Reviews October 6, 2026

Lenovo Legion Pro 27UD-10 Review: 4K OLED, 240Hz, and No Compromises Required

For a long time, buying a gaming monitor meant picking a side. You could have 4K, or you could have a really high refresh rate, and OLED was its own expensive conversation. The Lenovo Legion Pro 27UD-10 doesn’t make you pick. It’s a 26.5-inch QD-OLED running 4K at 240Hz, and we’ve had one on our desk for three weeks as the only screen for two computers, a work PC and a gaming PC. That’s a lot to ask of one monitor, so we were curious how it would do.

NovorikX 40V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower

Reviews, Outdoors October 6, 2026

NovorikX 40V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower Review: Lightweight, Simple, and Surprisingly Capable

I’ve reviewed quite a few lawn mowers over the years, from traditional gas models to robotic mowers that practically do the job for you. But sometimes you just want a simple mower that you can pull out of the garage, push a button, and get the job done without gas, cords, or a complicated setup. That’s where the NovorikX 40V Electric Cordless Lawn Mower comes in. It’s a lightweight, battery-powered push mower with two 20V batteries, a brushless motor, and a 17-inch cutting deck. Let’s see if this budget-friendly little mower has what it takes to tame my yard today.

Questyle QCC Dongle Pro2

Reviews October 5, 2026

Questyle QCC Dongle Pro2 Review: Give Your iPhone the Hi-Res Bluetooth Audio Apple Left Out

Questyle is a Chinese manufacturer of specialized audio electronics. Their product lines include devices and accessories for maximizing personal, desktop, and wireless Hi-Fi experiences. Products include DAC (Digital-to-Analog) / headphone amplifiers, earphones, and audio adapters. In this review, we examine the brand’s flagship Bluetooth transmitter, the Questyle QCC Dongle Pro2.

My lawn care supervisor watching the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000

Reviews October 2, 2026

MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD Robotic Lawn Mower Review

When it comes to robotic mowers, I’m late to the party. I only reviewed my first one (the Navimow i2) a few months ago. That mower made me a huge fan of robot mowers, and since I live on 12 acres, I figured I’d review another one. Today, we’re putting the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 AWD Robotic Lawn Mower to the test to see if it can handle my somewhat rugged/rustic lawn.

GUNNAR Tomb Raider Croft Glasses Review: Prescription Sunglasses That Finally Made Me Ditch the Clip-Ons

Outdoors, Reviews October 2, 2026

GUNNAR Tomb Raider Croft Glasses Review: Prescription Sunglasses That Finally Made Me Ditch the Clip-Ons

Eyeglasses can be such a personal thing. I’ve worn glasses all of my life, and over the years, my sunglasses have always been clip-ons. Yeah, I can go with transitions, but they darken way faster than they lighten. That bugs me. I’ve never considered prescription sunglasses because my insurance wouldn’t give me a discount, and I have progressive lenses, which can be a major financial roadblock. When I was offered the chance to review the new GUNNAR Tomb Raider Croft sunglasses, their retro 1930s field style intrigued me. Prescription? Yes. Progressives? Yes. Better than clip-ons? Let’s find out.  

Velotric GoMad Compact Cargo Ebike Review: If a Luxury Compact SUV Were a Bike

Reviews, Outdoors October 1, 2026

Velotric GoMad Compact Cargo Ebike Review: If a Luxury Compact SUV Were a Bike

The rapidly expanding world of electric cargo bikes has a welcome new arrival: the Velotric GoMad Compact Cargo Ebike. Those of us that have been riding electric cargo bikes for years know how incredibly versatile they are. Indeed, we would still be a two-car household if I hadn’t discovered my first cargo bike in 2023 (the excellent Velotric Packer 1 cargo e-bike). I loved that bike but ended up switching a few times over the years due to garage space limitations (too many other e-bike reviews) and the fact that the Packer 1 was a bit large for our one-child…

Kiwibit Bird Feed 2 Pro

Outdoors, Reviews September 30, 2026

Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro 4K AI Camera with Solar Panel Review: Smart Enough to Know Who’s Stopping by for Breakfast

Kiwibit‘s latest high-tech bird feeder, the Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro, is an AI-powered smart feeder built for backyard birders who want more than just a snack station. It includes a 4K camera with autofocus tracking, so any bird stays sharp, even in mid-flight. Solar panels keep it running for days on minimal sunlight, and dual 1.7L hoppers mean fewer refills. The FeatherPal AI can spot over 10,000 species, no subscription needed for the basics. Weatherproof, Alexa-compatible, and Wi Fi enabled. It turns your yard into a live nature channel you can check from your phone, anywhere.

Bob and Brad's Q2 Ultra Massage Gun Review: Small Size That Provides Serious Recovery Power

Reviews September 30, 2026

Bob and Brad’s Q2 Ultra Massage Gun Review: Small Size That Provides Serious Recovery Power

Bob and Brad make excellent devices. Whether it’s a massage gun, an eye massager, a weighted heated blanket, or anything else that accelerates recovery and improves health, their products are top-notch. And while they’re not exactly reinventing the wheel with the Bob and Brad’s Q2 Ultra Massage Gun, it has the refinement and little touches that make it stand out in a crowded market.

Sterling Pacific Polycarbonate Cabin Travel Case (40L) and Polycarbonate Check-In Travel Case (90L)

Reviews, Travel September 29, 2026

Sterling Pacific Polycarbonate 40L and 90L Travel Cases Review: Luxury Luggage Gets Lighter Without Losing Its Character

The Sterling Pacific Polycarbonate Cabin Travel Case (40L) and Polycarbonate Check-In Travel Case (90L) take the company’s distinctive luggage design in a lighter, more practical direction. Aluminum luggage has a certain appeal that polycarbonate has historically struggled to match. Aluminum looks substantial. It develops scars rather than simply scratches. It has that vaguely aviation-inspired quality that makes even a mundane trip through Terminal B feel a little more glamorous than it probably is. The problem is that aluminum also weighs like aluminum.

ENGWE M20 3.0

Reviews, Outdoors September 28, 2026

ENGWE M20 3.0 Review: This Powerful E-Bike Is a Surprisingly Good Car Alternative

As a big micromobility proponent, any time a unique e-bike shows up in my feed, my ears perk up. So when ENGWE asked if I wanted to test the ENGWE M20 3.0, an e-bike capable of reaching up to 40 mph, yes, yes, yes, and more yes. When it showed up, I double-checked the invoice. I didn’t recall agreeing to review a motorcycle, but one was listed. According to the bill of lading, though, it was actually an e-bike.

Dometic Recon Hardside 41L Review: Stack It, Pack It, and Keep the Ice Coming

Reviews September 28, 2026

Dometic Recon Hardside 41L Review: Stack It, Pack It, and Keep the Ice Coming

Regardless of the season, a great cooler/ice chest is a must-have. Loading these things can be cumbersome, especially if you have more than one. Dometic has solved cooler needs with its Recon series, designed to stack like storage bins while still delivering a feature-rich ice chest. Now you can keep your items cold and pack easily for the big trip. The stackable, packable Dometic Recon Hardside 41L works great on its own or as part of a full Recon setup. Two inches of insulation keeps everything cold, and the injection-molded shell cuts weight while staying strong.