CR's interactive tool leverages product costs, depreciation rates, and survey data to help you make the right choice. Plus, expert advice on what to do once you’ve decided. When it comes to outfitting ...

For most homeowners, the easiest starting point is the 50% rule: If the repair will cost less than half the price of a ...

If you're expecting a good customer service experience when you need a repair on a major appliance, don't hold your breath. A recent Consumer Reports National Research Center survey of more than ...

Microwave oven design and manufacturing have been optimized to the point where the once-expensive appliances are now nearly disposable. Despite the economics, though, some people can’t resist fixing ...

An appliance repair professional says if a repair costs close to half the price of a new appliance, replacement may be the smarter option.

Avoid surprises when buying used appliances: know the product, test its functionality, and ask sellers about age, condition, ...

Ah, the microwave—our trusty kitchen companion that saves us from culinary chaos and late-night snack disasters. If you’ve ...

When it comes to outfitting a kitchen, most folks choose a beefy range or snazzy refrigerator as the focal point. A microwave is likely an afterthought. But choosing an over-the-range microwave that ...