As many posters are suggesting: Wirecutter is still valid as a comparative source when researching a product, but it's original utility was that it could previo

As many posters are suggesting: Wirecutter is still valid as a comparative source when researching a product, but it's original utility was that it could previously stand alone and accelerate the buying choice. At least some small comfort is they still exist, unlike DPReview which was For my world, there are still some sites that can fill that role: * Rtings.com for any TV/monitor display * Consumer reports for large consumer goods * Outdoorgearlab for any camping or apparel * DPReview for photography (some uncertainty post-acquisition)