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.
How I Fit 11 Pairs of Shoes in a 60cm Wide Hallway
After testing modular racks, cabinets, and cube systems, here's the stackable setup that actually works in a 60cm hallway. Spoiler: it's not a cabinet.
The Refillable Notebook That Survived My Carry-On (And 47 Airport Security Lines)
After testing discbound, ring-bound, and traveler's notebook systems across 47 flights, here's the modular setup that won't fall apart in your carry-on.
I Tracked Every Headphone Repair for 8 Years. Here's What Actually Breaks.
After 8 years of tracking repairs across 4 headphone brands, cables fail first, drivers last longer than you'd think, and one brand is actually worth fixing.
I Tested 6 Modular Watch Strap Systems for a Year. Most 'Universal' Claims Are Lies.
After a year testing 6 modular strap systems, StrapsCo Universal actually fits mixed lug widths. Most "universal" claims don't survive real watches.
I Tested 23 Mechanical Keyboards in My Brooklyn Coworking Space. These 7 Didn't Get Me Dirty Looks.
I tested 23 mechanical keyboards in a shared workspace. These 7 stayed under 50 decibels, and the Keychron Q1 Max didn't get me a single dirty look.
I Dropped $200 on a Sealed Power Bank That Died in 14 Months. Here's What I Use Now.
After my $200 sealed power bank died mid-camping trip, I tested 5 modular 18650 options for 30 days. Here's what actually survives real-world abuse.
I Almost Paid $3,000 for a West Elm Sectional. Then I Made a Spreadsheet.
I compared 8 West Elm alternatives in a spreadsheet before buying. Castlery matched the specs, Burrow won on features, but one brand surprised me most.
I Tried Getting Parts for 7 Modular Laptops from the UK. Some Brands Failed Hard.
I tested 7 repairable laptops from the UK. Some shipped fast with real support, others cost me £127 in hidden fees and months of waiting.
I Spent 6 Months Testing Aer Bag Alternatives After My $230 Travel Pack Failed Me in Lisbon
My $230 Aer Travel Pack failed me mid-trip. After 6 months testing alternatives, one hybrid system finally solved my cable chaos for good.
I Mounted 7 String Dupes in Rental Apartments. Only 3 Were Worth It.
String shelving costs a fortune, but most dupes are garbage. I tested 7 in rental apartments and only 3 held up. Here's what actually matters.
My Sofa Blocked the Bedroom Door for 8 Months. Here's What I Do Differently Now.
I tested Burrow, Floyd, Joybird, and Interior Define in real apartments. The Burrow Nomad's 35-inch depth won out for tight rooms where Article's Sven couldn't fit.
I Compared Floyd to 9 Scandinavian Sofas. Some Were Better, Some Were Worse.
Floyd's gotten pricier and less durable. I tested 9 Scandinavian alternatives, and Article's Nordic lines came closest to beating it for renters who move a lot.