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Michael Sims

Michael Sims has over six years of professional writing experience, including product research. Over the years, he has worked on hundreds of articles, from writing about the hottest vacuum on the market, to crafting someone’s dream novel. He attended Western Kentucky University, known for their journalism program, and received a BA in News Ed. Although he has yet to work for any paper, he spends his skills working for clients all across the globe. He moved to Bowling Green, Kentucky, to attend WKU, but he loved the town so much that he still resides there, despite his career allowing him to live anywhere.

Always looking for every detail possible, he's experienced with reviewing the hottest products on the market today. You can find him in his house, writing his next piece. When he’s not writing, he’s either traveling, working out, or spending some downtime with the hottest video game. He lives with his wife, who also works as a writer, and their two production-boosting cats.

The Best Ping Pong Table Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 46% off

Updated: November 16, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Ping pong, also known as table tennis, is quite fun. It’s easy to play, but hard to master. People of all ages can have fun … Read more

The Best Massage Gun Black Friday Deals (2025) | Parenting Pod Deal Tracker

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Who doesn’t love a good massage? When you want to loosen up those knots from all the stresses of 2024, a cheap massager just won’t … Read more

The Best Toy Deals on Black Friday of 2025

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

This Black Friday 2021, toy deals are everywhere. You can save on many different toys, including Legos, Star Wars, stuffed animals, and much more. This … Read more

The Best Black Friday Carpet Cleaner Deals of 2025: Up to 41% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

It’s November, and your carpets are looking a little grody. It happens. Good thing is here, and you can find plenty of deals on carpet … Read more

The Best Paw Patrol Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 67% off

Updated: November 16, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Since 2013, Paw Patrol has been a children’s phenomenon. The show about search and rescue dogs has only grown in popularity, and if you have … Read more

The Best Eufy Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 40% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Do you want a robot vacuum, or do you want to make more additions to your growing smart home? Eufy deals on  can make it … Read more

The Best Black Friday Smoker Deals of 2025: Up to 24% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Looking to heat things up this holiday season with some nice, smoked food? Then you need a smoker. This is a slow cooker that uses … Read more

The Best Table Saw Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 41% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

If you want a table saw, Black Friday can help you slice through those prices. This year, in , we are seeing plenty of deals … Read more

The Best Black Friday Electric Toothbrush Deals of 2025: Up to 36% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

If you’re like most people, you want a great deal on your product, right? Black Friday is the best times of year to get electric toothbrush … Read more

The Best Massage Chair Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 25% off

Updated: November 16, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

In the age of social distancing, many are wanting to avoid going to the masseuse. Why not get a good massage at home through a … Read more

The Best Bowflex Black Friday Deals of 2025

Updated: November 16, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

It’s almost winter and you’re thinking about how all that turkey and other food this holiday season will impact you. That’s why it’s important to … Read more

The Best Yeti Black Friday Deals of 2025

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Unless you live in a mild climate, you may not associate late November with a good time to purchase outdoors equipment. However, Black Friday deals … Read more

Ryobi Black Friday 2025 Deals: Grab the Best Offers This Year

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

If you are in need of some power tools, or you want to buy your dad something for his birthday, Ryobi is a brand that … Read more

The Best Black Friday Washer and Dryer Deals of 2025

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

When you’re taking your old holiday clothes out of the attic, you may notice that they smell a little funny. Time to put ’em in … Read more

iRobot Roomba i3 and i3+ Black Friday Deals (2025)

Updated: November 11, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

The iRobot Roomba is a popular lineup of robot vacuums. They are the original, and for many, still the best. One robot vacuum from iRobot … Read more

The Best Black Friday Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Deals of 2025

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

The stresses of have not been good on anyone’s hair. Therefore, having a hair dryer that goes above and beyond for hair care is important. … Read more

Our Top Picks for Bissell Crosswave Black Friday Deals (2025)

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Has your current vacuum seen better days, or do you want to upgrade to something that does it all? Why not get an all-in-one vacuum? … Read more

The Best Breville Barista Express (BES870XL) Black Friday Deals of 2025

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

For some people, having an average coffee maker is good enough for the morning cup of coffee. However, there are others who want something that … Read more

The Best Robot Vacuum Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 40% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

If you are looking into robot vacuum cleaners, Black Friday is here! You can find plenty of deals on the hottest brands and take advantage … Read more

Our Favorite Humidifier Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 37% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Winter is a season that you either love or hate. However, even the fans of winter can admit that the cold isn’t good on the … Read more

The Best Lego Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 49% off

Updated: November 16, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

For nearly 90 years, Lego has captured the imagination of people of all ages. From simple building blocks to elaborate sets with thousands of pieces, … Read more

The Best Black Friday 2025 Coffee Maker Deals: Save Up to 56%

Updated: November 15, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Do you wake up in the morning feeling like your coffee maker just doesn’t make coffee as well as it used to, even if you … Read more

The Best Neato Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 42% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

If you want a robotic vacuum that’s so good you’ll say “Neato,” then get Neato. Neato robot vacuums are top of the line, and if … Read more

The Best Thermometer Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 41% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

In the age of the pandemic, having a thermometer to take one’s temperature is important. Whether you’re testing yourself or testing your kids, a good … Read more

The Best Bissell Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 25% off

Updated: November 11, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

Bissell is a big name in vacuum and carpet cleaner products, providing quality merchandise for those who need their floors cleaned. If you’re in the … Read more

The Best Waterpik Sonic Fusion Black Friday Deals of 2025

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

“You need to floss more.” You’ve probably heard this plenty of times from your dentist, right? However, flossing can be a hassle. It can be … Read more

The Best Dewalt Black Friday Deals of 2025: Up to 41% off

Updated: November 12, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

DeWalt is a big name in power tools, providing quality drills, radiators, and other products. Should you need to do some renovating in the next … Read more

What is the Best Robot Mop of 2021?

Updated: February 18, 2021 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories How to Make Your Home Safe for Kids

Mopping has come a long way since the days of a rag on a stick. We have microfiber cleaning pads that remove the toughest stains, … Read more

Extra Tall Baby Gates: Which Ones Stack Up?

Extra tall baby gate
Updated: January 1, 2023 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Baby Gates

When you’re shopping for baby gates, there ars quite a few to choose from, and many will have a certain niche. Some want a gate … Read more

Pressure-Mounted Baby Gates: Which Gates Show Grace Under Pressure?

Pressure mounted baby gate
Updated: May 23, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Baby Gates

Baby gates can keep your curious toddler from exploring places they shouldn’t, or keep a pet from pouncing on someone as they enter the home. … Read more

The Best Baby Gates in 2025 (Safety and Convenience)

Best baby gate
Updated: January 1, 2023 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Baby Gates

If you have babies and toddlers, you know how difficult it is to keep them safe. Thank goodness someone invented the baby gate. Baby safety … Read more

The Best Vacuum for Hardwood Floors in 2025

Best Vacuums for Hardwood Floors
Updated: March 2, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Vacuums

There’s really no other way to say it: Sweeping is a pain. Whether you live with roommates or you’re part of a family, being the … Read more

The Best Roomba S9 and S9+ Black Friday Deals of 2025

Updated: November 11, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

The Roomba S9+ is one of the most expensive robot vacuums on the market today, and many people are looking for Black Friday deals. We … Read more

The Best Roomba e5 Black Friday Deals of 2025

Updated: November 11, 2024 / by Michael Sims / Reviewed: / in Categories Black Friday and Cyber Monday

The original cost of the Roomba E5 is not low, but on Black Friday you can get it for a big discount, making it one … Read more

Which Roomba is Best? Full Comparison of the Top Models in 2024

Irobot Roomba
Updated: May 20, 2024 / by Michael Sims / in Categories Vacuums

I adore my robot vacuum. It has revolutionized my life and allowed me to have more time and freedom to do other important tasks throughout … Read more

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