Here’s the deal
- Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Bluetooth speaker
- Target Casaluna Premium Down Comforter All Season (Queen)
- Target Threshold 400 Thread Count Solid Performance Sheet Set (queen)
- Threshold Waffle Weave Shower Curtain
- Casaluna Organic Bath Towel
- Apple Watch Series 9 (41 mm, aluminum case, Sport Loop)
- GoPro Hero12 Black action camera
- Takeya Actives Insulated Water Bottle with Spout Lid (22 ounces)
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 Bluetooth speaker
Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4
Our upcoming pick for the best portable Bluetooth speaker
Small, round, and especially durable, the latest version of our longtime favorite Bluetooth speaker is largely the same as its predecessor but now has USB-C charging (finally). Not only is it resistant to water and dust, but it can also survive a 5-foot drop onto concrete. And it floats.
Buying Options
$80 from Amazon
$80 from Best Buy
Other things to know: Design is largely unchanged, so it’s still a little chunky and can feel somewhat ungainly when you’re packing. Has an IP67 water- and dust-resistance rating. Battery lasted 11 hours during testing. Price reflects in cart with free Target Circle membership.
Read more: The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Target Casaluna Premium Down Comforter All Season (Queen)
Target Casaluna Premium Down Comforter All Season
Our budget down comforter pick
You don’t need to compromise on values or budget when shopping for a quality comforter. Our pick features a thick sateen cotton outer shell filled with RDS-certified duck down that doesn’t shift or clump in the wash as much as others we tested.
Buying Options
$169 from Target(queen)
Other things to know: All Season version sells out more often than lightweight and heavyweight versions, both of which are on sale. Leaks feathers over time, especially after washing. Lowest price we've seen in two years. Free Target Circle membership required.
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Target Threshold 400 Thread Count Solid Performance Sheet Set (queen)
Target Threshold 400 Thread Count Solid Performance Sheet Set
Our budget pick for the best cotton sheets
Offering high quality at a fantastic price, these warm, thick sateen sheets are softer than many pricier sets we’ve tested. They fit mattresses up to 18 inches thick and come in a rainbow of colors, so they’re a great option for a guest room or a child’s room—or for use as an outdoor movie screen.
Buying Options
$50 from Target(queen set)
Other things to know: Less breathable and more wrinkle-prone than other sateen sets we’ve tested. Deal price reflects the queen size, but all sizes are on sale. Street price has risen substantially over the years.
Read more: The Best Cotton Sheets
Threshold Waffle Weave Shower Curtain
Threshold Waffle Weave Shower Curtain
Our longtime waffle-weave shower curtain pick
As timeless as it is durable, this curtain’s neutral colors and classic waffle-weave design will complement just about any bathroom. But you’ll probably need a liner; it stayed wet longer than any of our other cotton curtain picks.
Buying Options
$25 from Target
Other things to know: Shrinks quite a bit. Without a liner, stayed wet longer than our other all-cotton picks. Free Target Circle membership required. Select store pickup to avoid shipping fees. Free shipping and an extra 5% off with Circle Card.
Read more: The Best Shower Curtains
Casaluna Organic Bath Towel
Casaluna Organic Bath Towel
Another good option for a budget towel
Made with GOTS-certified organic cotton, this towel is more absorbent than our former budget pick, but it pulled and snagged more after several washes. It comes in 11 subdued colors.
Buying Options
$20 from Target
Other things to know: Deal is for the bath towel, but all sizes are discounted. Must be purchased online. Free Target Circle membership required. Free shipping with Target Circle Card or Circle 360 membership, or opt for store pickup to avoid shipping fees.
Read more: The Best Bath Towel
Apple Watch Series 9 (41 mm, aluminum case, Sport Loop)
Apple Watch Series 9
The best smartwatch for iPhone owners
Compared with previous models, the latest-gen Apple Watch has more premium features and a larger active screen area. During our tests, it offered the best combination of style, health and fitness features, app selection, battery life, and price of any smartwatch for any platform.
Buying Options
$350 $300 from Target
(limited colors)
$350 $300 from Walmart
You save $50 (14%)
$350 $300 from Best Buy
You save $50 (14%)
$350 $300 from Amazon (Sport Loop)
You save $50 (14%)
$350 $300 from Walmart
You save $50 (14%)
$350 $300 from Best Buy
You save $50 (14%)
$400 from Apple
Other things to know: Battery easily lasts for a day on a charge, but if you’re doing anything demanding, you may find your watch in power-reserve mode by the end of the day. 41 mm face size, aluminum case, comes with GPS but not cellular. Free Target Circle membership required.
Read more: The Best Smartwatches
GoPro Hero12 Black action camera
GoPro Hero12 Black
The best action camera
Thanks to this action camera’s impressive image quality and super-steady stabilization, it captures life’s big and small moments beautifully. Other perks include waterproofing to a depth of 10 meters, a 2-millimeter-thick Gorilla Glass lens cover, and a simple interface that beginners can easily navigate.
Buying Options
$350 $300 from Amazon
You save $50 (14%)
$350 $300 from Best Buy
You save $50 (14%)
$350 $300 from Target
You save $50 (14%)
Other things to know: Battery generally lasted about 15% longer than that of the previous-gen model. Great app. Also on sale with an accessories bundle, if you want or need the extras: The bundle includes the Handler (floating hand grip), the Head Strap 2.0, two Enduro batteries, and a case.
Read more: The Best Action Camera
Takeya Actives Insulated Water Bottle with Spout Lid (22 ounces)
Takeya Actives Insulated Water Bottle with Spout Lid (22 ounces)
The best stainless steel water bottle
This rugged water bottle can adapt to numerous situations. Made with double-walled, stainless steel insulation, it has a wide mouth with an easy-to-drink-from spout lid and a twist-on flip cap. A silicone rubber base prevents it from slipping or making noise on hard surfaces.
Buying Options
$21 from Amazon
$34 from Home Depot
Other things to know: Takeya offers a limited lifetime warranty (receipt required). Deal for the 22-ounce size in blush. Free Target Circle membership required to get the deal price. Select store pickup to avoid shipping fees. Free shipping and an extra 5% off with Circle Card.
Read more: The Best Water Bottles
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This article was edited by Janie Campbell and Nathan Burrow.
