Pick lists
| Pick list | Top pick | Options | Prices checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best screen recorders, by what you have to hand over | OBS Studio | 4 | November 1, 2026 |
| Best password managers, and when to ignore the top pick | Bitwarden | 4 | November 1, 2026 |
| Best note-taking apps, judged by their free plans | Obsidian | 3 | November 1, 2026 |
| Best backup software, in four head-to-heads | Backblaze Computer Backup | 5 | November 1, 2026 |
| Best antivirus, and whether you need to pay at all | Microsoft Defender (Windows Security) | 5 | November 1, 2026 |
| Best AI writing tools, from $0 to $948 a year | Grammarly | 3 | November 1, 2026 |