Reviews

Honest notes on affordable things, including the parts that are annoying.

01

Tech

SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive review: the easiest fix for a full phone

The boring, reliable fix for a full phone. Slow-ish for big video files, but it just works.

€22.75 · checked 13 October 2026

02

Beauty

Maybelline Lifter Gloss review: the €6 gloss I'd actually reorder

A cheap, easy everyday gloss. Not long-lasting, but you don't need a mirror to get it right.

€6.49 · checked 13 October 2026

03

Home

FlinQ rechargeable LED candles: cosy without the fire risk

The cosiest thing you can put in a rental flat that doesn't allow real candles. You'll forget to charge them, though.

€29.99 · checked 13 October 2026

04

Winter

Are rechargeable hand warmers worth it for cycling in the Netherlands?

Worth it if you cycle in winter. Skip it if you already have good gloves and a power bank.

from about €15 · checked 13 October 2026