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4,250
6800 GPH


The Beatbot AquaSense X is a premium robot pool cleaner with AI-guided navigation, a self-cleaning dock, and best-in-class performance across floors, walls, waterlines, and surface skimming. The AstroRinse station is a legitimately impressive piece of engineering that automates nearly everything, but it comes with strict placement requirements and a water usage footprint that will not suit every potential buyer. Price is the biggest obstacle, and the team is candid that Beatbot's own less expensive models will cover most of what this one does. If you have the budget, the right installation environment, and a low tolerance for touching pool debris, this is the most capable hands-free pool cleaning system available today.

1,799
28 MPH
750W
733Wh


The Aventon Pace 5 is a comfort-first pavement cruiser that packs more technology than anything else in its class, and Andrew and Jimmy put it through a full field session to see if the hardware lives up to the spec sheet. The headline additions are a regen braking system uncommon at this price point and a serious security stack, both of which held up well in testing. The criticisms are short, and the biggest one has more to do with Aventon's own lineup than anything wrong with the bike itself.

2,399
0.75 acres
80 % grade


The MOVA LiDAX Ultra 3000 AWD is a high-end robot mower built specifically for yards with traits that would stop most of the competition cold: steep slopes, complex multi-zone terrain, and surfaces that require real traction to navigate. Jimmy put it through some seriously tough conditions, and it handled the job without ever getting lost or needing intervention. It carries a premium price and an app ecosystem that still has room to grow, but for anyone managing a genuinely difficult yard, it's one of the most capable robot mowers we have ever tested.

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5,795
80 MPH
1000W
3360Wh


Andrew took the EMOVE Roadster — VoroMotors' fastest production electric scooter on the market — out for a GPS verified speed record attempt, targeting the 80 mph barrier. He did not break it, but he did tie his personal best of 74 mph on a modified unit that was not running its full production brake spec and on a runway that was not quite long enough to fully unwind the throttle. The machine itself was rock solid at speed, but the conditions were not ideal.



Freshly Charged was on the floor at CES 2024 to get a first look at Heybike's entire new lineup, and Andrew walked the booth with rep Dan to break down all three incoming bikes for the year. The Horizon was already on shelves, a folding full suspension fat tire eBike with turn signals, brake lights, and a gradient paint job that genuinely turns heads. The Hauler and Hero were still pre-launch at the time, but both showed enough to be worth paying attention to, from the Hauler's dual battery upgrade path to the Hero's carbon fiber build and in-house motor. Stop here for the origin story, then check out our in-depth reviews of all three products.


When VMAX released the VX4 and VX2 Pro, the Freshly Charged team had two clear criticisms surface from our in-depth reviews: the prices were too high and the top speeds fell short. VMAX went back to the drawing board and quickly returned with refreshed versions of both scooters, cutting prices by 20% and pushing performance speed up. Experienced scooter lover Dalton joined Andrew and Jimmy to put both models through unscripted first ride testing, and the verdict is that the changes are real and meaningful. The Swiss build quality was never in question, but now the value equation finally matches it.
1,699
23 MPH
750W
717Wh


The Segway Muxi is a short-tail cargo eBike that combines genuine beach cruiser comfort with one of the deepest technology stacks the Freshly Charged team has encountered at this price point, covering everything from adaptive hill assist and regenerative braking to AirLock wireless security and rear radar collision warnings. Andrew put it through a full field session testing each of those systems in real conditions, and most of them hold up. There are legitimate criticisms, such as no fenders at $1,699, no front suspension, and a passenger kit that leaves your passenger with nothing to hold. None of these undercut the core case too severely, but they are thins to know before you buy. If you want a bike that has a quality build, is good looking, and has an impressive tech stack for commuters, the Muxi is available through the Segway dealer network.

2,499
0.75 acres
50 % grade
62 dB


Robot mowers have always had an edge problem, and the ECOVACS GOAT A3000 LiDAR PRO is the first one Jimmy has tested that actually comes close to a wholly autonomous solution. After a few months of real use, the TrueEdge trimmer has not eliminated the string trimmer entirely, but it has reduced the work from cleaning up a full perimeter band to just chasing down a few missed spots. That alone is a major selling point, but the premium feature stack and quality app further the argument to buy.

2,999
1 acres
84 % grade


The WORX Landroid Vision Cloud 4WD is the first robot mower Andrew has tested that makes good on all three of its headline promises: no external RTK station, a base station that actually sits against your house, and edge trimming that actually reduces the need for a string trimmer. After a full week of real-world testing across a complex multi-zone yard, the results held up. If you have a demanding yard and a low tolerance for robot mower compromises, this new to the market product is worth a serious look.



Amidst the rising popularity of electric vehicles, Jimmy explains why he sold his four year old Tesla Model 3 just months after buying a Rivian R1T; pointing to a used EV market where tight new car inventory and still high gas prices had pushed resale values higher than he expected to ever see again. With four vehicles in the driveway and the Rivian better suited to hauling the family's scooters and OneWheels, the Tesla became the easy one to let go.
2,050
20 MPH
750W
751Wh


Jimmy took the Onewheel GT for a rented spin around Oahu, and the verdict is clear: more torque, more range, and hill climbing that no longer needs babying. The nose handle, brighter app controlled lights, and an optional treaded tire finally check off years of wishlist items. It's not a clean sweep though, a warning beep too quiet to hear and reports of DOA units and ghosting keep it from perfect, but for anyone cruising under 20 mph, it's a real step up from the XR.



Jimmy and Andrew put Velotric's Thunder 1 and Thunder 1 ST through their paces, finding two nearly identical, eerily quiet Class 1 e-bikes that don't look or sound electric at all. The duo differ mainly in security tech (Velotric's own GPS tracking app on the Thunder 1 versus Apple Find My on the ST) plus a handful of components like handlebar shape, chainring size, and frame sizing. Component quality, especially the Tektro brakes and Shimano Altus derailleur, impressed the team, though both bikes ship without a quick release seatpost or front wheel. The verdict: the Thunder 1 suits riders who want longer range and true GPS tracking, while the lighter priced, smaller sized Thunder 1 ST is the better fit for iPhone owners on a budget.
299
20 MPH
374Wh


The NAVEE V50 is a budget commuter scooter with a unique handlebar folding mechanism Jimmy and Andrew have never seen before — the handlebars rotate and lock directly into the steering pole, creating a slim, rigid folded profile. Beyond that standout feature, the V50 delivers disc brakes, a sharp landscape display, IP55 water resistance, and a hidden AirTag slot. The criticism list is short but honest: the display scratches easily, the app is a repurposed smart home platform that feels out of place, and the tubed tires are more flat-prone than tubeless alternatives. For budget-conscious commuters who want the most portable, weather-ready scooter in the category, the V50 is well worth a look.



While Jimmy still loves his Rivian R1T after one year and 15K miles, he's got real gripes: a proprietary infotainment system instead of CarPlay, a power tonneau cover he calls the "Achilles heel," inconsistent highway assist, and fast tire wear from all that instant torque. He also flags smaller annoyances like a wireless charging pad that doesn't work and a finicky Bluetooth lock. But between major OTA improvements, a maturing companion app, and genuine off road and utility chops, Jimmy's verdict hasn't budged, he still calls it his favorite vehicle, and his brother is buying an R1S on his recommendation.
469
2021


Jimmy spent several weeks putting the OtO Smart Sprinkler through real-world tests in his Colorado yard, tackling brown patches, precision edge watering, drought conditions, and vacation plant care. The verdict: a surprisingly capable targeted watering system that delivers great results without trenches, contractors, or a permanent commitment. It is not a one-unit solution for large properties, and it works best as a precision tool for small to medium spaces, problem zones, and potted plants. For homeowners who want more efficient watering without turning their yard into a construction project, the OtO makes a compelling case to buy.