The Best DNA Ancestry Kit, Best Dog Beds, and more

The Best SD Card Readers, Best Free Menstrual Tracking App, and more, in this week's Wirecutter Newsletter When readers choose to buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we earn affiliate commissions that support our work. [View this email in your browser]( Genealogy has become one of the most popular hobbies in the US, and those looking to add a little scientific inquiry to their family research are in luck as the price of genetic testing has plummeted, with many companies offering analysis for under $100. [Our new guide]( to the best DNA ancestry testing services can help you choose, whether you’re just looking to find long-lost relatives or get a better understanding of where your forebears came from. —Michael Berk [The Best DNA Ancestry Testing Kit]( [Ancestry.com]( is the [affordable home DNA testing service]( we recommend if you’d like to learn about your ethnic roots or connect with unknown relatives. [Small Bathroom Ideas]( After [20 hours researching]( dozens of organizing solutions, we recommend these 14 things to [maximize storage]( and keep small bathrooms [clutter-free](. [The Best Dog Beds]( After testing 13 models, we think the [Majestic Pet Products Suede Bagel Dog Bed]( is the [best traditional dog bed]( we have picks for other styles, too. [The Best SD Card Readers]( We tested 15 card readers and the [Unitek USB-C Card Reader]( is the best for anyone whose new MacBook or Windows [laptop lacks an SD card slot](. [The Best Free Menstrual Tracking App]( Among thousands of [period-tracking apps]( we found only one that didn’t require an account, was straightforward to use, and not bedecked with flowers: [Clue](. [The Best Car-Camping Gear for Wheelchair Users]( [Car camping can be challenging]( for wheelchair users, but with [the right gear]( and information, anyone can feel confident spending a night in the great outdoors. [The Best Exercise Ball]( After considering over [80 exercise balls]( and testing seven, we found [TheraBand’s Pro Series]( has the sturdiest seat, optimal texture, and the tightest air seal. [The Best Voice Recorder]( After [testing 12 models]( in a variety of settings, we think the [Sony UX560]( is the best voice recorder for meetings, lectures, dictation, and interviews. [Deals We Love From REI’s Labor Day Sale 2017]( [REI’s Labor Day clearance sale]( runs through September 4 and features discounts as great as 40 percent off. We've selected a few of the best deals. [The Best Deals We Can Find]( Because we think we can make a small difference by being picky, here are [some great deals]( on solid pieces of gear. One of our favorite deals from this week: The [Aukey Latitude EP-B40]( are our budget pick in our guide to the [best wireless workout headphones](. Lauren Dragan writes, “If you’re a casual gym-goer, the Aukey Latitude EP-B40 is the best cheap option. These earbuds are the only sub-$50 pair we tested that sounded pretty good and fit comfortably while still being able to take some abuse. Updates and Other Stuff - We added the [newly announced]( Acer Chromebook 15, which looks to be a newer version of one of our former picks, to our [What to look forward to]( section. [[Chromebooks]( - With DNA ancestry tests becoming more and more popular, we’ve updated our guide to reflect the latest database information and offer some clarity on privacy concerns. [[DNA Ancestry Testing Kit]( - We updated the [How to fly safely (and know your rights)]( section with new information, including some industry news about DJI, the manufacturer of several of our picks. [[Drones]( - Our previous pick appears to have been discontinued, so if you’re looking to purchase a neck pillow for your next trip, we now recommend the [TravelRest Ultimate Memory Foam Neck Pillow](. [[Travel Gear]( - We’ve updated our guide to reflect the latest in the Harmony product line, which includes our long-standing pick, the [Logitech Harmony 650](. [[Universal Remotes]( Let’s be friends... [Like us on Facebook ]( [Follow us on Twitter]( [Follow us on Pinterest]( [Follow us on Instagram]( [Subscribe to our YouTube Channel]( Getting this email for the first time? Subscribe to receive it weekly [here](. Copyright © 2017 Wirecutter, Inc., All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you signed up for The Wirecutter Weekly mailing list. You are also free to unsubscribe at any time. Our mailing address is: Wirecutter, Inc. 620 Eighth AvenueNew York, NY 10018 [Add us to your address book]( [Unsubscribe from this list]( | [Update subscription preferences](