Our 100 Most Popular May Picks

In May, many readers had moms in mind, turning to Wirecutter’s favorite flower delivery services, photo books, and other gifts to celebrate Mother’s Day. Other readers had their sights set on summer, picking up water bottles, patio furniture, and barbecue grills for the warmer months ahead. Scroll down to see more popular Wirecutter picks from May!

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January 6, 2025

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The Sawyer Mini can filter up to 100,000 gallons—yep, you read that right—and fits in the palm of your hand.

Mary Hunt
Writer

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A favorite of ultralight hikers, backpackers, bikers, and travelers, the Sawyer Squeeze filter is the gold standard in water filters for anyone concerned about weight and universal compatibility.

Scott Gilbertson
Senior Writer and Reviewer

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This popular repellent from Sawyer has 20% Picaridin, which protects against a wide range of insects, including mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, gnats, chiggers and sand flies.

Amylia Ryan
Associate Editor