Our 100 Most Popular August Picks

Air conditioners, ice cube trays, and ice cream scoops make for a chill trifecta in the scorching August heat. No wonder they were so popular with Wirecutter’s readers last month. Our readers also seemed particularly into self-care, with grooming and health items also topping the list of the most-popular Wirecutter picks from August.

Find the full list of popular picks for August here.

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Wirecutter: Our 100 Most Popular August Picks

Wirecutter Staff

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October 21, 2025

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Our 100 Most Popular August Picks

Air conditioners, ice cube trays, and ice cream scoops make for a chill trifecta in the scorching August heat. No wonder they were so popular with Wirecutter’s readers last month. Our readers also seemed particularly into self-care, with grooming and health items also topping the list of the most-popular Wirecutter picks from August.

Find the full list of popular picks for August here.

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Wirecutter: Our 100 Most Popular August Picks

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Last updated:

September 6, 2022

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Our 100 Most Popular August Picks

Air conditioners, ice cube trays, and ice cream scoops make for a chill trifecta in the scorching August heat. No wonder they were so popular with Wirecutter’s readers last month. Our readers also seemed particularly into self-care, with grooming and health items also topping the list of the most-popular Wirecutter picks from August.

Find the full list of popular picks for August here.

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Campfire conversations with our community, from Squad MembersSquad Members and Ambassadors to Brand Partners and the Sawyer team.

We build products withindustry-leadingstandards and technology, designed to keep you outdoors for longer. Explore what others are saying about Sawyer.

News fromSawyer HQin Tampa Bay, FL, including product resources, updates in technology, and recent brand developments.

NewThere’s nothing like seeing hearing from those who are personally touched by the promise ofclean water. Explore their stories and lift your soul; you’ve made this work possible.

Stories and experiences encompassing a spread of outdoor enthusiasms, from theBackcountry to the Backyard^TM. What keeps you outdoors?

Trail tips and packing list guides for backcountry travel, gear choices.Trail guidesfor hiking, biking, thru-hiking and more.

Read aboutproduct reviewsfrom various media outlets, customers, community members, and outdoor gear websites.