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Twice-as-Nice Microfiber Cloth

Maker’ s Clean does it again with a double-duty microfiber cloth that’s really more like a towel. It not only is large, but also has a short nap on one side for cleaning and a terry nap on the other to sop up spills.

LAB results This absorbent cloth is a workhorse and keeps going when others quit. Testers loved it for dusting, cleaning the car and even drying the dog!

MAKER’S CLEAN DUO CLOTH, $29 FOR TWO, MAKERSCLEAN.COM

Unbelievable Outdoor Cleaner

Patios and decks need cleaning often to keep them guest-ready all season.

Carbona’s oxy-powered foam formula with its built-in brush easily removes stains, mildew, dirt and more.

LAB results We cleaned planters, furniture covers and even vinyl siding with Carbona without needing extra brushes or cloths. One tester gushed, “Love it!”

CARBONA PRO CARE OUTDOOR CLEANER, $11, CARBONA.COM

Most Powerful Cleaning Combo

Cleaning pastes are making a comeback, as they offer more muscle than sprays.

Norwex is safe to use on many surfaces, and with the brand’s microbial-resistant cloth, it’s a dynamic duo.

LAB results Testers loved the cloth, and we used the paste to zap scrapes from paint that even an eraser sponge couldn’t budge.

NORWEX CLEANING PASTE, $35, AND ENVIROCLOTH, $19, NORWEX.BIZ

Do-It-All Cloth Set

Different surfaces have different cleaning needs, but what to use where? E-Cloth has got you covered. Its 8-Piece Set has task-specific cloths to clean and shine windows, mirrors, stainless steel, countertops, furniture and more.

LAB results We like having the right cloth for the job. All these microfiber marvels excelled at their assigned tasks. The glass cloths amazed us! They washed and dried well too.

E-CLOTH 8-PIECE CLOTH HOME CLEANING SET, $35, E-CLOTH.COM

Best Big-Space

Air Purifier

Clean indoor air is important for the entire family, not just allergy sufferers. The H13 True HEPA and other filters in Levoit’s Core 600S can purify mid- to large-size spaces quickly. Air-quality monitors provide feedback via the display and the VeSync app. LAB results We set up the Levoit in minutes and found it quiet with intuitive controls and a sleek design.

LEVOIT CORE 600S SMART TRUE HEPA AIR PURIFIER, $300, LEVOIT.COM

Speediest

Degreasing your grill grimy porcelain and stainless steel grates from gas and charcoal grills and even a smoker with little effort. One of our testers raved, “It did a great job on my grill, which needed a major cleaning!”

ROCK DOCTOR GRILL & GRATE CLEANER, $13, AMAZON

LAB results In our tests, it picked up well and was easy to use. We got 14 minutes of cleaning on one charge, and it fully recharged in less than an hour. Its extra-long crevice tool is handy for the car.

RYOBI 18V ONE+ PERFORMANCE HAND VACUUM, $50, HOMEDEPOT.COM

Smoothest

Spinner

Nothing utilizes dead cabinet space better than a turntable, and YouCopia’s Crazy Susan sports features others don’t. Three removable sections