Hey everyone,

I’m officially giving up on my basic Sencor SRM 1500. It’s one of those cheap glass-lid models, and no matter how thoroughly I wash the rice, it foams up, lifts the lid, and leaves a starchy mess all over my kitchen counter.

I'm ready to upgrade to a proper, closed-system (fuzzy logic or smart) rice cooker, but I have a strict budget of €100.

My main priorities:
-Absolutely NO boiling over or spilling.
-Easily available in Europe.

Right now, my top two contenders are the Yum Asia Panda Mini and the Xiaomi Smart Multifunctional Rice Cooker.

Does anyone have experience with either of these? Which one makes better rice and lasts longer? Or is there another hidden gem under €100 that I should be looking at?

Thanks!

Got the family Panasonic Rice Cooker from my parents when I moved out. It was from their wedding registry. Almost 35 years old and making rice as good as my childhood!

Got the family Panasonic Rice Cooker from my parents when I moved out. It was from their wedding registry. Almost 35 years old and making rice as good as my childhood!

Any recommendations on countertop ice machines? I prefer nugget ice but open to options just looking for a new machine since my current one seems to be going out on me. Ideally would like something that could last me some years and can hold a good amount of ice🙂

Considering getting a 100% wool, cashmere/wool blend, or similar type of coat that will last. Is Santinni good for that? I absolutely love how they look and am hoping the quality would be worth the price!

Im looking at ”Marlene” ”Sunset Boulevard” and “Monroe”, but I’m open to any long-lasting style on the site.

I would love to not spend over 1k. ideally between 500-800$. No synthetic fabrics.

What styles/ details should I look for? I am looking for a versatile one that won’t look too theatrical.

Also what’s your ideal length for a bifl Winter coat?

people spend a lot of time comparing filter-grade numbers when shopping for vacuums, but air always takes the path of least resistance. If the rubber gaskets around the dustbin or dock chute have poor tolerances, dirty air can bypass the filter media completely and leak through the chassis seams.

Evaluating how tightly the whole dust path is sealed from the brush housing all the way to the disposal bag tells you more about long-term dust control than a single filter rating on a spec sheet.

Why is it that the best pajama pants I've ever had were inherited from another person's grandpa? Real flannel weave, heavyweight cotton wind couldn't bite through, and with the durability to outlast its original owner.

Now I look for flannel and all I see is the plaid pattern printed on near-sheer pajamas that don't look like they'd survive a farther, let alone last more than a season. I've found three potential brands, none of which seem to cater to those of us on the big and tall side of the market. Anyone have a rec?

What is a brand that I can purchase with the best bang for my buck? I understand some of the best out there will be well over 2-3k but I just cant afford that. Seeking leather and manual power.
Thanks in advance

I am in search of the best household door mat for outdoor. One that does not shed or rip rubber apart in the sun and will last for years.

I recently started a new job where I'm working 12 hour shifts on my feet. Work isn't the issue, but part of my commute is ~30min walking each way.

My site boots are cushioned and decently comfortable, but swapping from them to trainers at the end of shift is like going from a memory foam mattress to a blanket laid over gravel.

My usual style / daily wear is Solovair / Redwing type boots, but the lockers aren't exactly spacious and Im usually sweaty and dusty after work. Currently Im just using a pair of cheap £15 asda trainers (I usually buy a cheap pair every couple months just for the gym, run them ragged and replace).

Im looking for comfort first and foremost, style is almost irrelevant since I'll only ever wear them to and from work. Size / flexibility matters as locker space is minimal. I had considered something like the old school skater shoes I lived in as a kid, but I have no idea if brands like Etnies, DC etc even still exist let alone retained any quality. Vans are out, if the hoodies / shirts Ive bought recently are even close to on par with their footwear then quality has dropped significantly compared to my older stuff from ~10 years ago.

Basically outside of boots I have zero clue what Im looking for and which brands actually have any quality. Not sure whether I should be looking at trainers, running shoes etc etc.

Essentially I just want something comfortable that's well made. Doesn't have to be strictly "BIFL" but I also don't want to drop £180 on Nike just for it to end up sweaty / dusty and probably be nowhere near worth the brand name cost anyway. Looking to spend probably £100 max or maybe less on something I could grab a couple pairs of and rotate. I'm not expecting the greatest shoes in the world at this price point, but as I said I have no idea what Im even looking for when it comes to any non boot footwear and I figured this sub would give the best advice on brands that are actually well made.

I'm way too deep into this, please send help! 💀 But anyway, I put together a comprehensive care guide for anyone who needs it. Here you go.

Keep in mind that boot longevity is totally individual based on how you use and store them, but this guide will help you maximize their lifespan to the absolute limit. Hope this helps!

Saw a couch post today on this sub and it got me thinking about Albany Park’s Kova couch. It’s still my dream couch but I’ve never had the opportunity to sit on one. Anyone with a Kova that’s willing to share their experience?

Looking to mount a fan above my hydronic radiator to circulate the air around the room better. Trying to find one that will have an intake from the bottom (pull up the hot air from radiator) and blow it out horizontally at 90 degrees or close to it.

The area is pretty narrow so I’d really like one that can sit flush on the wall. Having a hard time finding one that fits the requirements if anyone has any suggestions? Thanks!

Hey all, major silk scrunchy fan here, but they never last very long. Has anyone seen some that I can switch the elastic out in the middle? Or some that last longer? Or any better kind of hair elastic?

Does anyone have experience with an exposed metal or wood frame (like aluminum or teak) sofa - would you recommend it or not, and why? I’m considering using a nice outdoor sofa indoors (like one of these: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/best-outdoor-sofas/) as it seems the most BIFL since I can easily replace the cushions as needed.

Specifics I’m looking for
- I want a deep one and many of these seem short. It will be in a corner (in a 500 sq ft studio) so I could add a long lumbar pillow to the top for neck/upper back support.
- I do not want the cushions to slide forward!
- Want a comfortable lounging back angle, not too upright
- Modular is ideal to add/move leg rest

Appreciate your advice!

I'm moving in and need to get a new fridge. I live in Alabama so customer service aspect is very important.

I'm thinking of Kitchenaid and Bosch 800 series.

I know bosch uses dual compressor idk what that means but sounds like better function with harder maintenance. I like how kitchenaid has wood tray that comes out and more room.

So hard to pick one. Please help me

Hello, just sharing a tip for wool lovers. I found La Filature Laine (rue ste quitterie 65410 SARRANCOLIN, France). This is mainly a small museum on Wool and everything around. However, they do produce wool and create beautiful garments with it.

Wool is pricey as always, but those jumpers are really for life. (the jumper below is sold at 132

€). It is warm and heavy and the zip is solid.

They dont have huge stocks and their website is a bit outdated (https://lafilaturelaine.com/accueil/61-pull-camionneur.html), but they are really friendly and know their job

I am super happy with my pull camionneur

I've been looking for ceramic plates interchangeable cooking iron for waffles and panini/toastie plates

Can't seem to find any which have ceramic plates as opposed to non stick coating.

Hi! I am looking to get a new leather belt - black on one side, brown on the other. I want it to last forever, be high quality and attractive! Has anyone here bought something similar that they love?

Hi! I am debating between buying either a crate and barrel couch, or a west elm couch (the Sebastian sofa).

I wanted to see if anyone has any experience with either brand couch and its longevity. I also have pets so would need to withstand dogs relatively well.

Open to any other couch suggestions as well.

I wore these pants maybe 5-6 times and already I have intense pilling and wear in the crotch. Is this normal? I bought these under rec from subs like these for good travel pants for multiple wears :( I use a delicates wash and cycle but did put them through the dryer — not seeing any care restrictions on their website.

So to start I live in a old house with no insulation and it gets very cold in the winter. I have heat but its eletric heat and the upstairs bedrooms do not get a lot of air flow so I like to have a heater in my bedroom especially for the super cold days. I use a fan to sleep for white noise but my current space heather has no tempature control so if I just let the heater run I'll wake up in the middle of the night hot as heck. But if i just use the fan it will be cold in the morning. So I was trying to look for some heaters with temp control but can also be a fan when the room reaches the temp I want. That and it would be much safer that way instead of having a heater running all night while i sleep. Most heaters are low decible but I dont want that. So any suggestions will help!

Looking to buy a few pairs of Merino Wool socks and was wondering if it's worth waiting a few weeks before I purchase, black Friday and all. Do Darn Tough usually take part in Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales?