The Modular Product & System Database
A comprehensive resource for modular products and systems - helping consumers build adaptable, sustainable, and cost-effective product ecosystems with compatibility matrices, upgrade paths, and total cost of ownership analysis.

Hue vs LIFX vs Nanoleaf: A Practical Breakdown for 2024
After testing all three smart lighting systems, one clear winner emerged for most homes. But the right choice depends on something most reviews ignore.

I Spent $3,400 on a Herman Miller Setup and My Back Still Hurt. Here's What Actually Worked.
I spent $3,400 on a Herman Miller setup and my back still hurt. After months of testing, a $1,200 desk I'd never heard of actually beat it.

I Got Denied Boarding Over Half an Inch. Now I'm Obsessive About These 7 Packs.
Got denied boarding over half an inch once. After testing 7 modular travel packs, one budget option surprised me more than the $300 competitors.

3 Vitsoe 606 Alternatives That Cost Half as Much but Have Tighter Tolerances
Tested 3 budget-friendly Vitsoe 606 alternatives with real load protocols. One system's tolerances actually beat Vitsoe's, and it costs half as much.

My Wife Asked If I Was Okay After I Tested 12 Bed Frames. Here's What I Found.
I tested 12 modular bed frames with calipers and stress tests. The Zinus at $300 surprised me, but one budget pick matched Floyd's actual joint tolerances.

I Measured Steel Thickness With Calipers to Find These USM Alternatives
I spent 3 months testing USM Haller alternatives with calipers and spreadsheets. Turns out, you're paying 35% for brand equity alone.

7 Phones I Found After Giving Up on Getting a Fairphone Shipped to Brooklyn
Can't get Fairphone shipped to the US? I tested the alternatives. One costs $199, ships domestically, and is genuinely repairable without special tools.

We Needed a Potting Bench for Our Community Garden. I May Have Overcomplicated It.
I tested cedar vs. steel potting benches like I'd test tech stacks. After 18 months in a humid greenhouse, here's what actually held up.

I've Rebuilt My Streaming Desk 4 Times. Here's What Finally Worked.
After 4 rebuilds and years of kitchen design experience, I found the 3-zone modular desk framework that actually grows with your streaming setup.

I Spent 3 Weeks Fixing My 24-Inch Laundry Closet. Here's What Actually Worked.
After 3 weeks testing shelving in my 24-inch laundry closet, one approach actually stuck: modular systems that work like code. Here's my full setup.

The Wall Anchor Mistake That Almost Dropped My 15-Pound Cat
After testing 4 wall-mounted cat systems, Catastrophic Creations won. But only if you skip plastic anchors. Here's why toggle bolts matter for 15+ lb cats.

My 480-Square-Foot Studio Made Me Obsessive About Record Player Stands
After ruining records on my Kallax, I tested every turntable stand that fits a 480 sq ft apartment. The winner costs less than you'd think.