Mashable’s group of writers and editors dedicates the entire year to evaluating tech products to determine if they meet their claims and justify your hard-earned cash. In 2024, we assessed a total of 106 items. Some fell short, others were decent but not outstanding, and a few truly excelled.

Our product evaluations adhere to a 5-point system, with only those receiving a score of 4.5 or above being eligible for the coveted Mashable Choice Award. This recognition is reserved for the finest of the finest. When a product secures this award, you can be confident that it’s a smart purchase.

This year, 27 products achieved this distinction. Below, we’ll reveal what made each of them unique and why they earned their spot among the top selections of the year.