Eight Takes
Guides and reviews from a family of eight: what we bought, what survived, and what we would buy again. The stories live in Family Notes.
VR Headsets
Best VR Headsets for Families in 2026: The One We Chose for a Birthday
iPads
Best iPads for Families in 2026: What We Actually Bought
Review
The Things That Keep Our House from Looking Like Six Kids Live Here
Review
Things in Our House I’m Weirdly Obsessed With
Sound Machines
Our Favorite Portable Sound Machine
Portable Chargers
Our Favorite Portable Charger
Travel Headphones
Our Favorite Travel Headphones
Kids' Luggage
Our Favorite Kids' Luggage
Travel Cribs
Our Favorite Travel Crib
TENNIS
Our Favorite Tennis Racquet
HOME
Our Favorite Finds Under $50
SAFETY
Our Favorite Baby Gate
GAMES
Our Favorite Family Board Games
GEAR
Our Favorite Baby Carrier
TOYS
Our Kids' Favorite Building Blocks
FEEDING
Our Favorite High Chair
VACUUMS
Our Favorite Cordless Vacuum
DRINKWARE
Our Favorite Insulated Tumbler
KITCHEN TOOLS
Our Favorite Knife Set
COOKWARE
Our Favorite Dutch Oven
Review
Playroom Organization Wins
Review
Tech That Keeps the Peace
Review
Family Travel Essentials We Pack Every Time
Review
Small Luxuries for a Prettier Home
Review
Counter Appliances Worth the Space
Review
School Morning Lifesavers
Tablets for Kids
Our Favorite Tablet for Kids
Gaming Headsets
Our Favorite Gaming Headset
Scooters
Our Favorite Scooter
Treadmills
Our Favorite Treadmill
Curling Irons
Our Favorite Curling Iron
Hair Straighteners
Our Favorite Hair Straightener
Hair Dryers
Our Favorite Hair Dryer
Water Flossers
Our Favorite Water Flosser
Electric Toothbrushes
Our Favorite Electric Toothbrush
Garden Hoses
Our Favorite Garden Hose
Leaf Blowers
Our Favorite Leaf Blower
Bluetooth Speakers
Our Favorite Bluetooth Speaker
Noise-Canceling Headphones
Our Favorite Noise-Canceling Headphones
External SSDs
Our Favorite External SSD
Mesh Wi-Fi Systems
Our Favorite Mesh Wi-Fi System
Routers
Our Favorite Router
Printers
Our Favorite Printer
Computer Monitors
Our Favorite Computer Monitor
Laptops
Our Favorite Laptop
Recliners
Our Favorite Recliner
Office Chairs
Our Favorite Office Chair
Bed Pillows
Our Favorite Bed Pillow
Mattress Toppers
Our Favorite Mattress Topper
Air Mattresses
Our Favorite Air Mattress
Folding Wagons
Our Favorite Folding Wagon
Pack and Plays
Our Favorite Pack and Play
Baby Monitors
Our Favorite Baby Monitor
Convertible Car Seats
Best Convertible Car Seats in 2026: What We Actually Use
Infant Car Seats
Our Favorite Infant Car Seat
Strollers
Our Favorite Stroller
Electric Kettles
Our Favorite Electric Kettle
Toaster Ovens
Our Favorite Toaster Oven
Stand Mixers
Our Favorite Stand Mixer
Blenders
Our Favorite Blender
Air Fryers
Our Favorite Air Fryer
Coffee Makers
Our Favorite Coffee Maker
Carpet Cleaners
Our Favorite Carpet Cleaner
Robot Vacuums
Our Favorite Robot Vacuum
Review
Our Favorite Lighting for Ambiance
Review
Our Favorite Meal Prep Tools
Review
Our Favorite Smart Home Helpers
Family Headphones
Best Headphones for Families in 2026: What We Actually Use
Review
Our Favorite Hotel & Airbnb Gear
Travel Day
Our Favorite Airport Essentials
Packing
Our Favorite Packing Systems
CLEANING
Our Favorite Vacuum
CLIMATE
Our Favorite Cooling Fan
CLIMATE
Our Favorite Air Conditioner
AIR QUALITY
Our Favorite Air Purifier
String Trimmers
Our Favorite String Trimmer
Robot Lawn Mowers
Our Favorite Robot Lawn Mower
Lawn Mowers
Our Favorite Lawn Mower
Grills
Our Favorite Grill
Webcams
Our Favorite Webcam
Microwaves
Our Favorite Microwave
Clothes Dryers
Our Favorite Clothes Dryer
Washing Machines
Our Favorite Washing Machine
Dishwashers
Our Favorite Dishwasher
Countertop Ice Makers
Our Favorite Countertop Ice Maker
Rice Cookers
Our Favorite Rice Cooker
Slow Cookers
Our Favorite Slow Cooker
Food Processors
Our Favorite Food Processor
Pressure Washers
Our Favorite Pressure Washer
Space Heaters
Our Favorite Space Heater
Dehumidifiers
Our Favorite Dehumidifier
Humidifiers
Our Favorite Humidifier
Steam Mops
Our Favorite Steam Mop
Appliances
Our Favorite Counter Appliances
Tablets
Our Favorite Tablets & Accessories
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