I don't understand the problem with affiliate links, esp in this case. Wirecutter's recommendations, budget pick, and also great items are often all through Ama

I don't understand the problem with affiliate links, esp in this case. Wirecutter's recommendations, budget pick, and also great items are often all through Amazon, which as the largest online retailer isn't suprising. It isn't like they're recommending some brand over another because Amazon pays them for the click-through traffic. I don't see the kickback connection here. That said, I largely like Wirecutter recs - but also do external research. When those things align I've almost always been very happy with my purchase.