Worst of 2023! 10 Worst Products I Reviewed This Year!
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- čas přidán 7. 05. 2024
- Here are my picks for the 10 WORST products that I reviewed in 2023! In 2023 I reviewed products from As Seen on TV companies, Amazon, Shark Tank, and more.
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0:00 Introduction
0:22 Number 10
2:16 Number 9
3:35 Number 8
5:16 Number 7
7:08 Number 6
9:17 Number 5
10:55 Number 4
12:34 Number 3
14:08 Number 2
15:06 Honorable Mentions
18:26 Number 1
20:06 Conclusion
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#worstof2023 #fails #productfail - Jak na to + styl
Thank you for the great shopping list for in laws.
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The Brookstone phone projector is the best choice 👌
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Dip n Dots is made by flash freezing ice cream mix with liquid nitrogen. Just shoving anything into a tray and in the freezer to freeze over time would never make Dip n Dots. I really don't understand why the product was advertised like it could make the same thing other than obvious cash grab and hoping people find it too much of a hassel to return.
Dip N Dots have that great texture. They can't be duplicated by freezing small amounts of liquid.
I think you hit the nail on the head there. I think the hassle to return comment is true for about 40% of "products" these days.
I feel like the bread slicer deserves the dishonor of being #1 just for the safety concerns around splinters.
I think that wood is very soft and would likely not penetrate the skin unless in the right angle and short so it wouldn’t bend. Hairs could do this too. I don’t think it’s that much of a safety concern
@@GoatDust It's a BIG safety concern. Remember the membrane at the back of your throat is very soft. A splinter gets stuck there and it's a trip to the hospital. Even worse if it's a child.
Bamboo was a very poor choice. It’s not that bamboo is a bad wood, but the grain is so long and slivers off easily when cut along it. My bread cutting board is raised rails in a metal base to catch the crumbs and the wood part is oak. There’s no side guides, just the base. If slicing is that important, have the bakery do it in their slicing machine.
@@Pythonaria I don’t think a bamboo fiber is going to penetrate the throat, especially when wet. I think you’re being a bit paranoid.
The bread slicer was designed like our Southern Wall and both are failures
That bread slicer would make a good letter, file holder.
Minus the splinters
It’s crazy how James said that bread slicer was highest rated one on Amazon. I wouldn’t use that thing I would be afraid of getting splinters in my food from that disaster.
I have no idea why anyone would buy a WOODEN bread slicer and not think its a disaster waiting to happen.
I can't believe that a useless piece of counter clutter junk made it anywhere past a one star rating. You can't adjust the thickness and most bread comes already sliced that way. When I buy unsliced bread it's usually for other uses like French toast, croutons, or to accompany a soup or stew so I prefer much thicker slices anyway.
He said it was the best seller, not highest rated. A small but important distinction.
@@nunyabeeswax256 Wouldn't surprise me if you find one on Temu a year later for $9.99 made from bamboo.
@@Proman2 A best seller, perhaps so, but how many returns/refunds once people started having splinters in their bread? They don't tell us that info... That's why I always check the lowest 1 star comments instead of the 5 star ones, as those can easily be inflated or faked.
My lord, that “projector” is such a sad piece of cardboard crap!!
When I was young, I sent away for a projector TV from an ad in the back of the Boys Life magazine. It was this, just bigger. You had to turn your TV upside down also. I had a small black and white TV and it was a huge disappointment! Still I regret not sending away for the kit to make your own hovercraft from your mom's vacuum.
The projector is a scam.
@@--harry_ LOL! I remember that hovercraft ad from Boy's Life.
*"I love these worst of lists, but I kinda feel like a butthole for that because HE PAID for them.* 🤣😦"
- I knew it was you when I got this text from my daughter🤣🤣🤣
As a down to earth Dutch person I can’t for the life of me think why anybody should need a bread slicer aid or a butter grater. I eat sliced bread with butter everyday. Just get a bread knife and slice the bread, use butter at RT and spread with a regular knife. It’s not rocket science!
I hope you were able to return that horrible $200 pen 😳 to Amazon
My mom got me the space pong last year for Christmas. We tried it once in a totally dark room that didn't even have a window, and that was the first and only time it was used.
That sounds about right. Now if it worked at all like their promotional videos, it might actually be fun.
Damn mom. Seriously? 😳 😂😂
@@mamacindyrogofsky495 Mom couldn't have known... the TV ad or magazine ad looked so convincing 😂🤣😂
"We've got Dippin' Dots at home."
---quietly to the car's back window, "No, we don't."
I'm surprised you didn't say the ICEE machine was bad because it didn't even make an ICEE, it just made an ice slushy. ICEEs are carbonated.
Even dressed up for the worst ones! We appreciate you!
One $200 inkless pen that doesn't work OR 200 actual pens that work??? Hmmm🤔
Well it technically works... With way more effort and with more pen permanence, which is not an accomplishment it's the standard of all pens...
😂🤣 Completely agree, that "Zippidi-Do-Dah Sweaper" is definitely the worst.. Eats and craps at the same time.🤣😄
Almost bought one for myself and glad I didn't. Thank you Freakin Reviews for taking the chance, where most people refuse to go.👩🏻Seriously thank you for testing the products for us. The "Splintered Bread Cutter" that is it's new name, needs to be removed from circulation b4 someone swallows a piece of plastic and gets hurt. The product isn't safe for cutting bread or any food.
as the British might say "BRILLIANT" - 10 things I don't have to worry about whether I should buy or not. As always James you are a money saver for your subscribers!!
14:50 I remember being taught in middle school that the rule about siphoning is that donor has to be higher in elevation to the receiver, so I see how the soda dispenser became a flop despite its enhanced second iteration.
So the inkless pen is a pencil! Makes sense. Who can’t slice a loaf without a bread slicer?
Could be an aid to someone with motor issues, or for those who are very particular about the thickness of their slices.
A Sharpie replaces the Blade Blocker. GREAT JOB, THANKS FOR SAVING ALL OF US FROM WASTING OUR MONEY
I don't know why but I love the way you will dress up for the best of or worst of videos. It's so official and fun lol
The Icee machine is just a ripp off. For the price you would think it would cool itself or have a better way. It's basically just a spinning bowl. To make matters worse for it you could get a better much butter ice(cream) refreshment from the Ninja Creami $100 extra.
Ice cream and icees are not comparable treats. Slushies are basically a drink, and they're refreshing. Ice cream is heavy and a dessert
@@leahdavis9434 You might not know that the Ninja Creami can make more than just ice cream. It can make ice cream, sorbet, lite ice cream, gelato, milkshake, smoothie bowl, and mix-in while the Ninja Creami Deluxe can make ice cream, sorbet, lite ice cream, gelato, milkshake, smoothie bowl, mix-in, slushy, Italian ice, frozen drink, Creamiccino, and frozen yogurt.
My favorite time of the year, your yearly reviews!!! Thank you for all of your reviews 😁
I bought the bread slicer a while back. Used it once. Threw it away. It should have ben #1 on your list. Thanks for saving me a lot of money this year.
Thank you for sharing these reviews.
Even when stuff is bad, James still has the best job in the world 😁
Kind of funny with that inkless pen...I bought a 4 pack off Amazon that comes with 4 extra replaceable tips and each one has a removeable eraser...for less than 5 dollars. Not the most comfortable thing to write with because of the grip shape, but the lines look just as good or better than the expensive one.
Next year might you review some sewing gadgets? I've got zero seamster skills but I'm sure there are some good items out there for novices. One that I have seen which would match your channel was a handheld sewing device, it was marketed as simple and easy to use. It was like a sewing machine that was powered by squeezing it.
If you think you might use a sewing machine regularly, I suggest buying a real sewing machine. As long as it does sticking for stretch fabrics you will be able to do almost anything. It is worth the price to get a real one, and when you buy at a sewing chop they will teach you how to use it. I learned to sew at at 10 years old and a toy sewing machine was so frustrating, when I got the real thing is was so satisfying. A good sewing machine can last a lifetime if taken care well. In fact, you may find one in a yard sale or thrift store or one of your relatives has a good one they dont ever use.
Happy Holidays, James! Thanks for all your efforts to show us the good, the bad, and the downright ugly of 2023! 🎄
Thank you for another year of great, honest reviews! I always search your channel before making a purchase. Here’s to a wonderful 2024! 🎉
Thank you for doing these reviews for us. Makes our life a lot easier when trying to decide on something to buy. You have saved me money on items I almost bought but changed my mind after watching your review and your #1 worst product was one I almost bought until I saw your review and then I decided against it. lol. Hope you and your family have a wonderful and safe Holiday season.
I always love the end of the year videos!! Thank you for being so honest with us as always!
For thermal printer labels you can just use a heat gun to turn the whole thing black.
@@lisaayers1975 Hmmm... I'm not sure, maybe on high heat. Another quick way is to use a lighter or candle and wave the flame back and forth over the label. Just make sure not to hold it in one spot long enough to burn.
I use a lighter
@@no_peace Yeah I do that at home sometimes. At work they aren't real down with open flames.
omg! still watching, but if what is at #3 was not the worst than I can’t wait for the last two! Thank you for doing all these reviews, I enjoy every single one! ❤❤❤
the dipping dots one is so disappointing. When I saw that he posted that video I clicked on it so excited and was so bummed to see that it was a glorified ice cube tray.
lmao the projector XD
😂😂😂the soles feel like they were made outta' 😳wood bro'.. HILARIOUS!🤣🤣🤣 I❤this channel. Happy#2024
Thanks for the reviews and the laughs. Have a safe and happy holiday season. Henri ( from Australia)
Like your reviews! I will quibble with you about "Blade Blocked" being a noun. Lol
I've missed a lot of your videos last year. This was a great way to catch up on the flops. Thanks!
A really terrific review of reviews, just what makes James' channel special and of the cutting board if you put any cutting board on a damp dish towel it won't move which makes any and all cutting boards safer.
Putting a sheet of the no slip stuff for cabinets also works well to prevent slipping.
The vacuum reminds me of the Hokey from when I was a teen. (80s - early 90s)
It was this contraption on a stick with rollers on the bottom convered in this rough cilia.
It worked better on the rug, but you could get the floor pretty clean too by pushing this thing back and forth. There was a little compartment that held the debris. It was for light clean up... like in your video and did a good job... plus it cost next to nothing.
Simple things always seem to work better :)
Really enjoy your videos and have purchased many after seeing your reviews. Happy New Year!
That cardboard cell phone box projector (item #3) reminded me of my 2nd grade elementary school science fair project (a 2 D-cell flashlight with a cardboard tube and convex magnifier lens at the end). My "laser" was far brighter and had a longer range. I might sue for infringement, but the 60 year time lapse might run into statute of limitation issues ... Great review however.
I couldn't name one product on this list, the fractal artwork behind you was just too awesome!
Where can I get one??
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Dear lord that Icee machine sounds horrifying. Like one of those aztec death whistles
As someone who collects writing instruments...not for the collecting, but because I can't stop myself from buying new ones, the whole "inkless pen" thing just pisses me off. For one thing, they're pencils, not pens, and there's nothing remotely new about them. If you go to a good art supply shop, you can get ones that are basically a silver rod stuck in the end of a wooden handle. They sell a preparation to apply to the surface you intend to draw on, which I haven't gotten around to trying, but this type of pencil has been around for hundreds of years.
The final device, the sweeper, seems like a cheap knock-off of a Bissel sweeper. If that's the sort of floor cleaner you want, get the Bissel--they've been making them forever, and they definitely work better than the thing you reviewed.
Thank you for all of your videos - especially the ones on the ice - I have 2 Ice cube trays but since I have other things in my freezer I like the Oxo non spill one and I just bought it on amazon lol.
Merry Christmas James. Thank you for your work.
The projector is a camera obscura. I remember that from photography class in college. It's funny that company sold it as a crappy projector.
I almost bought that once at Barnes and Noble. I didn't have a T.V. so I thought it would be good for projecting movies on my wall. Luckly I didn't have the money so I didn't get it. I was relieved watching his review of it.
@@shannondoreIt costs money?! I think we made those in grade school with old shoeboxes.
@@Thirdbase9 This was many years ago but they were going for like 25 bucks then. What a waste of money that would have been.
Been A great year watching your channel, looking forward to what is in-store for 2024
Thanks for sticking with me this year!
Regarding that vacuum broom hybrid, the concept is sound, I've seen that sort of thing work well. Excessive pet hair can be an issue but they work pretty well when made properly. Shark has one a friend has that works nicely. A dedicated vacuum and a decent broom would probably be more effective and faster for most people, but for one device to do all surfaces, especially with mobility issues where that sort of thing is easier than a broom and lighter than a dedicated vacuum, they *can* be good... just not that one.
10:50 there is, you freeze the butter as cold as you can, hold it by the wrapping and grate it with a microplaner as fast as you can before your hand starts to soften it, put it back in the freezer to harden again and repeat. I had to do that when I made mincemeat, because I didn't want to buy suet, and grated butter dusted with flour to form small "grains" of butter is a method for substituting suet.
I'm also wondering if you could pulse butter with some starch in a food processor to get that same effect, since it worked when I made oie crumble, and biscuit dough, I found out food processor cuts cold butter into dry ingredients really nicely.
Great video as always and that zeepi sweeper demo have me cracking up.
I'm happy that the TJ Maxx projector made the list.
I figured that “3rd grade science project” would get on the list. That’s the silliest thing I’ve ever seen the Brookstone name put on!
As I said on the video with the cutting board, there’s a much better one on Amazon that has grips on the bottom and works great. I think I even included the link. I use mine all of the time.
Love these videos. Shows me what NOT to buy. Merry Christmas James and Happy New Year when it comes.
i love you so much thank you for popping up every single year w one of these 😝
You should do a 2 hour TV special paid TV advertisement reviewing products giving your honest opinion whether you should buy that "As On TV" product or not.
OMG I was trying to figure out what I was looking at when you started the projector! I bet these companies hate you! 😂
Number 10: It's so simple even a mensa scholar could do it. That read like those Looney Toons cartoons where they're building something and the instructions spill to fill the room.
Number 3: Remember when Sharper Image and Brookstone meant quality. Back in the 90s looking in those catalogs looked like I was looking into the future of tech. Now they just make cheap crap.
Number 1: Great example of reinventing the wheel for no reason. Rectangles have been popular since they work. Do they still make Swivel Sweepers? Those were great for a poor kid in a condo with hardwood floors.
This is the first review you’ve done that I haven’t felt compelled to buy something. Good job!
Oh my gosh! I don’t know what it is about your reactions to the Zippy Sweeper, but even when I knew what was coming, I can not stop laughing 😂 Seriously, I can’t stop!
Since you reviewed a quest, would you review the quest 3? I was hoping you would. Also could you see what the battery life is like plugged into the wall? Im disabled and was hoping that would be the answer to the battery life problem. Ok thank you for all your amazing videos
Awesome review. Good idea for a comparison video, how about the various electric "Head Shavers". I'm always curious if any of them work
He has done one on shavers, a while back.
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On regular shavers, or head shavers specifically?
Ahh its a while back and not in depth, i think it was mainly face shavers Im getting it mixed up, he does talk about loosing his hair and using head ones recently. But never the full on 4 or 5 rotating head ones. He's on X, tiktok etc.
I'm in a downsizing mode, so not looking to add much to my household in the way of new products. I even had my freezer hauled away, because I could fit what I have in the side-by-side. I polled my siblings when I needed new shoes, settled on OOFOS.
I really love watching these videos, they make my day! Thank You 🙏!!!
The Projector would been my number 1.
Looking good my man. Happy holidays to you, your son and daughter
Just had a thought. I'm a mail carrier. Packages are insane right now...I can't imagine what the poor bastard on this guys mail route must deal with lol
The Space Pong might be tolerable if you get liquored up first 🍸
I don't know how much you delve into comments, but I just saw an ad for the Granite stone Piezano, and I want you to test it!
I have an ICEE maker that I received as a gift about 20 years ago. It has a canister that you freeze, fill with a can of soda, then place it horizontally into a rock tumbler-type enclosure. Does it work? Yup. Like a charm. Is it loud? Yup. Like a rock tumbler fill of gravel. The BEST part? It takes FOUR D-CELL BATTERIES 😳 that last for about 1 1/2 uses.
I've tried unsuccessfully to give it away for years. "How do you plug it in?" is always the deal-breaker.
Can't it be rewired to a plug? It can't be that hard
@@boat6float -- I don't know. It's not worth the trouble and I'm not an electrician, lol.
The "projunktor" just made it under the wire for the worst of 2023 episode. 😂
As I did, you probably wondered what the map pin that was included with the soft drink dispenser was for.
It's to make a hole in the bottom of the inverted bottle so air can get in and allow the pressure to equalise.
Just means you need to use the entire bottle before it goes flat.
I was thinking of a suggestion for a video and it would be great if you did actual projectors, I thought about it because I have a mini projector I use for movies.
I’ve got a couple folding cutting board like that with rubber on the bottom that doesn’t slide, lays flat, folds easy, that I’ve been using for probably five years. Don’t remember the brand, but I think I paid $5 for it at Marshall’s
I was happy to see that "projector" on the top 10 list, that thing was sad as heck 🤭
If you use the folding cutting board backwards, the smaller end is the perfect size funnel for those clear storage containers!!!
You don't even have to take the lid off, just hold the handle in towards the opening and pour your little heart out, 🙃 with little to no spillage!¡!
You need to have Bailey doing something with the countdown numbers. Like holding a number 9 sign,pulling something and then number three comes into frame. Stuff like that.
I would love to see a video of the most surprising products of 2023. Things you expected to suck but didn’t or the reverse. Happy New Year
I remember making a projector like that in our arts & crafts class, ...in 2nd grade
Lol you make me giggle, thanks James, we appreciate you ! ❤
Oh, that's funny. I had a hand crank version of that Icee machine as a kid, and I remember it being terrible then too. I can't believe they tried again with an electric one, and charged something like 2-3x the price!
lol at the coffee and the zipi sweeper!😻
1st yr in high school culinary damp towel under cutting board but wood and plastic were used, but your fold-able add a table lock on the end. Our plastic bread slicer was chipped after moving on foot still sliced but awkward angle (when we made bread for a month the wire broke [she always kept next to wall while cooking, wire 3ft long FOR A REASON at least a foot plus away and some slack ]
Thank you for the heads-up!!
I had forgotten how complicated the Icee machine was. Great list!
Yeah! 14 steps, almost 30 minutes, ear-piercing volume, and syrup that tastes like cough medicine!
I agree on bread slicer. Mine was a good quality, looked great, BUT, not worth the size, possible wood splinters, and would come apart while in use. Mine went away. Thank you. Enjoy learning from your reviews.
I remember when you first reviewed the sweeper vacuum thing, I thought that’s the worst sweeper I’ve ever seen. And it still is! It deserves number 1
A homemade projector using a cardboard box and phone can work quite well, but you have to implement it correctly. Using a regular phone or tablet will always fail because it's impossible for such a screen to use enough light. Successful implementations use an old phone screen that has been removed from the phone case so a bright light can shine through from the back. There are tutorials on CZcams on how to do it.
Also, if you have a cutting board that slides around when you use it, place it on a folded slightly damp towel to keep it in place.
Awesome list. Thanks for the warning!!!
Next year, could you do a video on eink products like remarkable 2 and kindle scribe? Would love to see a comparison done from you.
You should review the Minden Anytime Grill. I remember seeing it 10 years ago and always wondered how it compares to other indoor grill options. It looks like a cheap gimmick but who knows. 🤷♂️
Lol the vacuuming sweeper sounded like it was just dying the whole time it was on in the video
I was intrigued with that cheaper inkless pen till I watch your original video about it and read the comments. They really aren't the same kind of pens. But hey, at least that Pininfarina pen is heavily discounted. You can get one for $65 now.
Zippi sweeper is an example of why a legit standard vacuum cleaner has a "bare floors" pedal that disengages the beater brush and allows only the suction to glide across the smooth floors😂 the beater brushes are for loosening dirt, hair lint out of carpet fibers. If left on over bare floors, they spin the dirt out in all directions 😂
I have a cutting board similar to the slap chop and mine works awesomely and I use it all the time with none of these problems.
Projector? That's a "Magic Lantern", an invention from the 17 hundreds.🤣
That Lucid thing isn't a letter opener even though it can be used as one... It's used to open vacuum packed things like pillows, bedding, and mattresses so you don't damage the pillows, bedding and/or mattress with something like a box cutter or scissors cutting through the thick plastic. Think, why would Lucid, a mattress/pillow/bed linen company send you a rando letter opener?
I bought an Icee maker at Walmart years ago, and it was awesome, it works great! You could make an icy out of any kind of soda or drink that you wanted. There was a metal bucket on the inside that you filled with ice and salt you put the lid on that put it inside and then you pour your drink around it and then put the lid on and spin. It worked super fast and was super fun to do.
Instead of the slushy machine, I propose the ZOKU slushy maker, no electricity required, no noise. You store it in the freezer and whenever you want a slushy just pour your favorite fruit juice and stir, in about 10 minutes of relaxing with a cold ZOKU in your hand anywhere, sitting on the patio for example, you get a delicious slushy.
If you want comfortable shoes that will keep your feet dry when walking the dog , I suggest VESSI, they look like shoes but act like rainbows without the sweating. Mine hurt a bit at the back but after a few wear it was ok, just wear socks.
About the cutting bread, to avoid slipping on the surface, put it on a wet towel, it will move less or very little. I own a regular one and it helps.