Last updated: September 2025
Noise (Quiet Gear): Aim ≤ 45 dB(A) at 1 m in quiet/sleep mode. Cycling devices list peak (during cycle) and idle.
TCO ($/year): Filters/liners + simple energy in quiet mode. First-year TCO includes device price.
Travel Safety: We prioritize CPS-listed carriers; otherwise “manufacturer-tested, not CPS-listed.”
Cleaning & Fit: Parts count, dishwasher-safe where relevant, footprint/entry size, and cable routing.
Ratings Weights
- Quiet/Noise — 20%
- TCO — 25%
- Ease of Cleaning — 20%
- Design/Footprint — 15%
- Reliability/Support — 20%
We buy or borrow products, use manufacturer data where appropriate, and flag when specs aren’t provided.