Keeper or Skip #N
One gadget, one real test, one straight answer.
A dad, a camera, and way too many gadgets.
I test the stuff that shows up in your feed: cleaning gadgets, tools, kitchen tech, and truck & outdoor gear.
If it's junk, I'll say so. If it's worth your money, you'll know why.
The series
Short, honest, and usually a little messy.
Pro vs Viral
The trending gadget goes head-to-head with the pro tool.
Rug Rescue
Cleaning gadgets vs. the worst stains a family can make.
Dad Fix in 60
Quick fixes and hacks, done in about a minute.
Two verdicts. Zero fence-sitting.
👍 Dad Approved
It survived the test and earned a spot in my house.
- Does what the ad promised
- Worth the money
- I'd buy it again
👎 Back in the Box
It flopped. It's going back in the box — and maybe back to the store.
- Didn't hold up to real use
- Cheaper option does it better
- Save your money
Gadget Dad Picks
Tested-and-approved gear is on the way.
Coming soon
Cleaning pick
Coming soon
Tool pick
Coming soon
Kitchen pick
Coming soon
Truck pick
Coming soon
Outdoor pick
Coming soon
Wildcard pick
Questions? Answers.
Do brands pay for good reviews?
Nope. Sponsored or not, the verdict is the verdict. If it's Back in the Box, I'll say so.
How do you test stuff?
The way a real family would use it — on real messes all around the house: the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room, the garage and truck, and out in the yard. Spills, grease, pet hair, muddy shoes, sticky kid stuff... if it can get messy, it gets tested.
Can I suggest a gadget?
Please do! Email hello@thegadgetdad.com or drop it in the comments on TikTok.
I'm a brand. How do we work together?
Reach out at partners@thegadgetdad.com.
Got a gadget you want tested?
Brands, collabs, or a gadget for the next Keeper or Skip?