What is the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute?
The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute is an autonomous testing organization established in 1983, to research, test and rate products objectively and without commercial bias. The Institute regularly tests products to help customers make informed buying decisions. After extensive side-by-side comparison testing of products within a specific category, the model receiving the highest rating based on superior function, ease of use and quality is awarded the Institute’s coveted “Best” rating.