It's always nice to get the chance to see something before you spend money on it.
So, we've started a new feature on Channel 3 News called "Try It Before You Buy It."
What should we try?
Have an item you'd like to see us test? Send a note to tryit@wkyc.com
Try It Stories
9:26 AM, Nov 5, 2011
Before you take those winter sweaters, coats and holiday fabrics to the dry cleaner, you might want to try cleaning them at home
11:05 PM, Jun 19, 2010
The Foodpod, by Fusion Brands, sounds like the perfect cooking gadget for busy parents.
8:24 AM, Jun 6, 2010
Soups, cereals, salsa and dips are all great bowl foods. But sometimes, what starts in the bowl misses the mouth and makes a mess.
6:52 AM, May 30, 2010
The Fullbar is a new diet bar that works on the principle of weight-loss surgery. In fact, it's designed by a bariatric surgeon, Dr. Michael Snyder.
10:47 PM, May 8, 2010
Longer, thicker lashes? Who wouldn't want a product that guarantees those results? In this week's "Try It Before You Buy It," we're testing a product that promises just that: L'Oreal's Lash Boosting Serum and Double Extend Mascara.
9:04 PM, Apr 24, 2010
We all love our pets, but we don't love the hair they leave behind on our clothes and furniture. In this week's Try It Before You Buy It, we're testing a product that claims to control shedding the quick and easy way.
7:07 AM, Apr 18, 2010
The Neo Socket is a new device that claims to save you money on gas, just by plugging it into your cigarette lighter. In this economy, who doesn't want to save a little green?
10:41 AM, Apr 15, 2010
For most of us, whitening our teeth is either too expensive or too time-consuming. In this week's Try It Before You Buy It, we're testing a product that claims to be fast, easy, and affordable: the Ionic White Light Activated Tooth Whitening System.
10:37 PM, Apr 3, 2010
In this week's Try it Before you Buy it, we tested the new Dirt Devil hand vac Gator series, which claims to make clean-up quick and easy. Busy homeowner Joe Lewis tries it out.
12:22 PM, Mar 26, 2010
The Slap Chop claims to dice, chop and mince in seconds. We decided to test the Slap Chop in this week's Try It Before You Buy It.
6:52 AM, Mar 14, 2010
One of the biggest challenges of cooking a big meal is timing. You want to make sure everything that's supposed to be hot stays hot, and everything that's supposed to be cold stays cold. The Insulated Stackable Servers claim to be the answer to your problems.
12:45 PM, Mar 7, 2010
Any dog owner knows, your dog's leash is a critical part of your walk. If it's too long or too short, you're in for trouble. So this week, we try out the "Animal Planet Retractable Leash."
8:08 AM, Feb 28, 2010
They look like headphones, but they work like hearing aids. But do "TV Ears" really allow you to hear the television, without adjusting the set?
7:41 AM, Feb 21, 2010
Just about every diet book suggests steaming your vegetables, to keep all the nutrients. But steaming isn't the easiest thing to do. "The Biggest Loser Steamer and Rice Cooker" claims to change that.
7:47 AM, Feb 14, 2010
It's part blender, part food processor, and fits easily in your cupboard. Sounds like a great deal, right? But does the "Kitchen Ninja Master Prep" really work?
7:35 AM, Feb 7, 2010
The Perfect Brownie Pan is supposed to be the perfect way to bake, slice and serve brownies and other treats.
8:16 AM, Jan 31, 2010
It's the latest laundry product. The Purex 3-in-1 laundry sheets are detergent, fabric softener and static protection all in one sheet.
7:35 AM, Jan 17, 2010
We all know washing our hands is an important part of staying healthy, especially with the spread of H1N1 and seasonal flu. But for parents, it's a challenge to get kids to do a thorough job.
1:58 AM, Jan 10, 2010
In the days of digital, it seems there's always some new gadget to buy. But how do you know which ones are really worth the cost?
11:33 PM, Dec 19, 2009
If you despise vacuuming, and have better things to do, chances are you've heard of the Roomba.
9:20 AM, Dec 13, 2009
Hanging dry cleaning, or any clothing in your car can be a hassle. Not only can hanging clothes hinder your visibility they often fall, and end up in a wrinkled heap on your back seat. A Cleveland company has come up with a solution.
5:06 PM, Dec 6, 2009
Looking for gift ideas for that someone who loves to read? How about a Kindle? Users can download anything from classics to new releases in a matter of minutes.
7:07 AM, Sep 20, 2009
A lot of people like pancakes but many don't like the hassle and mess of mixing up a batch. Now one company has come up with a way to give you pancake batter in a squirt can.
6:47 AM, Sep 13, 2009
We love our pets but not the stains and smells they leave behind, especially when they have accidents on the carpet or furniture. Urine Gone claims to eat up the stains and odors with a fast-acting enzyme action.
6:53 AM, Sep 6, 2009
Many of us don't feel very competent with a needle and thread. The Touch N Bond claims it's the simple and fast way to repair rips and tears, or make hems in clothing. We asked a wife and mother of two boys to Try It Before You Buy It.
9:32 AM, Aug 30, 2009
It's a common and exhausting challenge many parents share: getting their children to sleep and stay asleep in their beds until the sun comes up.
6:41 AM, Aug 2, 2009
For many of us, there is nothing like summer grilling. And no matter if you use gas or charcoal, clean up is never easy.
7:23 AM, Jul 12, 2009
Just like your car, your lawn mower needs routine care to keep running all summer. If you have ever tried changing the oil yourself, you know it can be a mess.
8:33 PM, Jun 21, 2009
Polishing your tarnished silver is a smelly, dirty and time-consuming job, but a new product promises to change all of that. The Silver Lightning Tarnish Remover Tray claims it can clean your silver without harsh chemicals or abrasives, with no scrubbing or mess.
6:46 AM, Jun 14, 2009
Everyone likes a good burger: turkey, veggie, beef - but how many ways can you cook and serve them? The Big City Slider Station claims that you can now cook those restaurant mini- burgers on your own stove at home.