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Comparison review content and product ratings are at the core of our mission. Each article we author is performed within a unique, comprehensive head-to-head format. The Head-2-Head brand is applied to independent, comparison review articles for the purpose of equipping shoppers and potential consumers with objective, comparative analysis. We aim to make your research more intuitive, effortless, and accurate.

We apply a Head-to-Head comparison review approach to get at the core distinctions between competing products: Which one is better? Is this a better buy? Which more effectively implements a new feature? We get to the information that matters: the difference!

 

 

PROFESSIONAL REVIEW DATABASE: HEAD-2-HEAD COMPARISON REVIEW LISTINGS

Product Comparison (Baby & Kids)
Comparison Review: Graco Mickey Element Playard vs. Graco TotBloc Playard

Winner: Graco Mickey Element

Trying to find the best Pack ‘n Play Playard for you child? We take two formidable options from Graco and pit them up against one another, Head-to-Head, to help you understand which is better in key areas. The key difference between these Playards is the additional features on the Element Pack ‘n Play (including a mobile with Disney characters and a bassinet) that are not available on the Graco TotBloc Playard model. For an additional investment of just $30, the versatility of the Element styling supplies a better value than the comparatively basic TotBloc alternative.

 

  

Product Comparison (Baby & Kids)
Comparison Review: Fisher-Price Zen Collection Gliding Bassinet vs. Badger Basket Cherry Elegance Round Bassinet White Eyelet Bedding Crib

Winner: Fisher-Price


This bassinet comparison review outlines the pros and cons of two leading products from Fisher-Price and Badger Basket to help you determine which is the best bassinet for your child. We found the Fisher-Price bassinet to be more modern and high tech (with motion and sound features that are unavailable on the Badger Basket model). The Badger Basket, on the other hand, exhibits an elegant aesthetic that is likely to attract consumers looking for a somewhat formal design. In all, the Fisher-Price bassinet is a more dynamic product and a better overall value.

 

 
 

 

Baby Toy Review (Kids Cameras Compared)
Comparison Review: Head-2-Head Kids Cameras Reviewed



Winner: Vtech Kidizoom

If you’re looking to get your child their first digital camera, you might want to consider a kid-specific camera. There are a number of options out there now, though most of them fall short when it comes to image quality. Of the group we compared, the Vtech Kidizoom beat out competing models -- the Npower “Diego” camera and Fisher-Price Kid-Tough cameras -- in overall image quality, but was unimpressive in resolution tests. The Vtech Kidizoom similarly surpassed its competition in total functionality; beyond pure picture snapping, the Kidizoom kids camera includes fun stamps to add to images, video capture, and three simple video games. The Vtech is also very efficient in terms of battery consumption and is durable enough to survive a few drops. If you’re interested in pure resolution, however, the Digital Blue Snap camera by far outperformed the other cameras in the group.

 

Product Comparison (Grills & Outdoor Living)
Comparison Review: Weber Genesis S-330 vs. Char-Broil RED 580 Infrared
Winner: Char-Broil


This mid-to-high-end grill comparison looks at two viable gas grills in the $500-750 range. The Weber Genesis and the Char-Broil RED grills both sport strong brand names and a host of features. Burner power, cooking areas, and price are all key differentiators in this comparison review, with the Char-Broil model edging out it counterpart from Weber in value. 


 

 

 

 

Product Comparison Review (Grills & Outdoor Living)

Grill Comparison: Weber Performer Charcoal Grill vs. Kenmore 3-Burner Split Lid Gas Grill
Winner: Kenmore

Consumers in need of a sub-$300 grill may be trying to consider the value of a charcoal option verse a gas grill. This comparison review takes an affordable, high-performance grill from each category, and puts them head-to-head to outline the pros and cons of each heating system. In the end, the reviewer found that the Kenmore 3-Burner Split Lid gas grill got the edge for its overall versatility; however, the Weber charcoal grill offers unique flavor and utilizes materials that are less likely to weather as quickly.

 

 

 

Product Comparison Review (Grills & Outdoor Living)
Grill Comparison: Weber Genesis E-330 Gas Grill vs. Napoleon Prestige I Series Gas Grill
Winner: Napoleon


This high-end gas grill matchup features two formidable sub-$1,000 contenders from reputable brands, Napoleon and Weber. These grills spec out similarly, with three burners of relative power; however, the Napoleon Prestige I Series’ larger grilling surface (649 sq. inches to 507 sq. inches), slightly more affordable price tag, and unparalleled lifetime warranty simply outduels the Weber E-330. While the Weber Genesis tests out well in its own right, the Prestige I Series supplies more for the money.

 

 

 

Product Comparison Review (Music & Guitar Pedals)
Guitar Pedals: Boss DD-20 Giga Delay Guitar Pedal vs. Line 6 DL4 Stompbox Delay Modeler
Winner: Line 6
 DL4

Boss and Line 6 guitar effects pedals are used by a number of professional musicians. Each manufacturer crafts pedals that can manipulate the sound of a guitar when connected to an amplifier. The sound variation is vital to many high profile bands, who rely on the ‘echo’ effect that these pedals are famous for. In this battle, the Boss DD-20 comes across as adequate, though it lacks the variety of sounds produced by the Line 6 DL4. The Line 6’s extensive range of delay functions are more distinct and ultimately help the Line DL4 pedal edge out the victory.

 

 

 

 

Headphones Review (Head-to-Head Headphones Comparison)

Noise Cancelling Headphones Review: Bose QC15 vs. Monster Beats By Dre Studio
Winner: Bose QC15

Monster’s wildly popular Beats By Dre Studio headphones, and the long-established Bose QC15 headphones (similarly priced close to $300) are aimed at music enthusiasts, smart phone owners, and recurrent travelers. The core distinctions, uncovered in this noise cancelling headphones review, are the Bose's more effective noise removal, and the smart phone integration on the Monster Beats By Dre studio headphones. Those, however, aren't the only advantages that define each contender in this headphones review.

 

 

 

Headphones Review (Head-to-Head Ratings)
Noise-Cancelling Headphones Review: Bose QuietComfort 15 vs. Sennheiser PXC 310BT
Winner: Bose (due to its noise-reduction)

Shoppers willing to spend about $300 on a pair of a high caliber on-ear or over-ear noise-canceling headphones, should consider the Bose QC15 and Sennheiser 310BT alternatives. Both brands are synonymous with high performance, excellent sound quality, and innovative noise reduction. The Bose QC15 and Sennheiser 310BT similarly omit phone controls, instead emphasizing sound quality and comfort. The differences between the two headphones, however, are clearly defined; the core advantages of the Bose QuietComfort 15 are its more effective noise reduction technology, superior acoustics, and longer packed cable. The Sennheiser PXC 310BT counters with a more portable, lightweight design, Bluetooth (wireless technology), and the ability to function without its noise reduction mode and battery engaged.

 

 

 

 

Headphones Review (Head-to-Head Headphones Comparison)
Noise-Cancelling Headphones Review: Beats By Dre Studio vs. Sennheiser PXC 310BT
Winner: Beats By Dre 'Studio'

Audiophiles looking for high-performance noise-canceling headphones in the $300 to $400 dollar range should examine the Beats By Dre 'Studio' headphones and the Sennheiser 310BT noise-cancelling headphones. Sennheiser is a brand long-associated with superior acoustics, but in this head-to-head review, Monster’s Beats By Dre bests its competitor in key performance areas - audio quality, noise-canceling, and its inclusion of dedicated phone controls. Sennheiser’s 310 BT headphones fall short of Beats By Dre in terms of audio quality, though the design is slightly more convenient; they will work when its noise-canceling mode is not in use, comes with wireless, Bluetooth technology, and is lighter weight.

 

 

 

 

Product Comparison Review (Home Gym)

Home Gym Comparison: Bowflex Home Gym PR1000 vs. Marcy Diamond Home Gym 200 lbs. Stack
Winner: Bowflex

Are you in the market for a sub-$1,000 home gym? Bowflex and Marcy Diamond are two brands that produce affordable systems for a complete, full body workout within the confines of your house. The Bowflex PR1000 Home Gym far outperforms the Marcy Diamond 200 lb. Stack Home Gym in the Head-to-Head matchup; it includes a rowing machine, more weight (equivalent of 10 extra lbs. of resistance), sleeker and more compact design, and is better built. The Marcy Diamond 200lb Stack offers a host of attractive features in its own right (butterfly station, 200lbs, and 2-year warranty), but the Bowflex is just a better overall system, and a better buy.

 

 

 

Retail and Shopping Review (Home Improvement Stores)
Shopping Comparison and Store Review: The Home Depot vs. Lowe’s Home Improvement
Winner: The Home Depot

If you’re deciding between which of the two major home improvement and hardware retailers you should use: The Home Depot or Lowe’s, we’ve compiled an independent, head-to-head review and comparison of the two retailers, and indicate what products might be best to get from each supplier. In all, the Home Depot surpasses Lowe’s in overall pricing, and stocks a far more robust offering of Energy Star products.

 

 

 

 

Office Supply Stores Compared (Retail & Shopping Review)
Office Supply Comparison and Store Review: Staples vs. Office Depot
Winner: Office Depot

We examine the price, models, and availability of a range of products offered by both Staples and Office Depot, and supply insight as to which retailer provides a better value in a given area. In all, we found Office Depot to be more aggressively priced, albeit only slightly, and to have a more consumer-friendly return policy. If there’s a Staples next door, the differences are not significant enough to warrant looking elsewhere; however, with all things being equal (say, if you’re ordering online), Office Depot comes out on top in a head-to-head comparison.

 

 

 

 

Product Comparison Review (eReader and Gadgets)
eReader Comparison: Barnes and Noble Nook Color vs. Amazon Kindle DX
Winner: Barnes and Noble Nook Color


 

Since its initial launch in 2007, the Amazon Kindle has set the standard for eReaders. However, with the global adoption of the iPad, consumers now expect more functionality from tablet-like products. The Barnes & Noble Nook Color is Android-powered, and sports a color LCD screen. Head-to-Head, the Nook color surpasses the Amazon Kindle DX in screen performance, functionality, speed, and price point, and lists for half the price of an iPad. The Nook Color is closer to being a Tablet than an eReader, while the Kindle DX is relegated to a basic, backlit reader.

 

 

 




TV Show Comparison Reviews
Our unique Head-to-Head Reviews get to the core of the matter: Which tv show is better? Which is a better show? Interested in character comparisons and episode comparisons? Check through our comprehensive professional tv show reviews, below.



 

Character Comparison (Two and a Half Men stars go Head-to-Head)
TV Show Comparison: Charlie Sheen vs. Ashton Kutcher
Winner: Charlie Sheen


 

Was is a lucky break for Charlie Sheen to land the lead role on Two and a Half Men, or did Two and a Half Men become the sensation it became because Sheen’s celebrity was at the helm? This Head-to-Head article compares Men’s two acts. Viewers were so compelled to see how Charlie Sheen was going to be killed off and Ashton Kutcher introduced, that nearly 28 million people turned in to the premiere. In all, however, Ashton Kutcher serves as a formidable side character, but the pulse of the show fed through Charlie Sheen. Now, like the actor himself, the show’s best days are likely in the past. 


 

 

 

Comparison Review (Reality Shows)

TV Show Comparison: American Idol vs. The X-Factor
Winner: The X-Factor

 

The first season of the X-Factor looks promising. The newer FOX show’s format, judges, and deeper investment in each contestant looks to be enough to beat out American Idol, but let’s not forget that the show is still in its infancy stages. It has a lot of time left to grow or disappear. In the meantime, we’ll give the initial nod of the 2011-2012 season (albeit a reserved one), to The X-Factor.

 

 

 

 

TV Show Reviews (Cable Series)
Comparison Review: Weeds vs. Breaking Bad
Winner: Weeds

 

This Head-to-Head battle looks at the overlapping similarities and contrasts between two of the highest rated shows on cable: Showtime's Weeds and AMC's Breaking Bad. The two cable shows similarly follow seemingly ordinary, working class suburbanites; however, both protagonists also happen to be drug dealers.