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  • Just roll to peel and twist to dice.  That's all you'll need to do in order to get fresh diced garlic with the Garlic PRO, if it works.

  • Friday, July 30 2010 4:30 PM EDT2010-07-30 20:30:46 GMT
    When you place your dirty dishes inside of the dishwasher, you expect them to come out flawlessly clean. If you notice tiny food particles coating your pots and pans, it could be a sign of a bigger problem.

  • Monday, July 26 2010 4:51 PM EDT2010-07-26 21:51:21 GMT
    Washing and waxing your car can have it looking brand new, but not without investing both time and money into your set of wheels.

  • Friday, July 16 2010 4:45 PM EDT2010-07-16 21:45:04 GMT
    Cleaning up might not be the best part of a cooking experience, but now a new product promises to peel your vegetables and collect the scraps.

  • Monday, July 12 2010 4:35 PM EDT2010-07-12 21:35:09 GMT
    It's a cordless razor that promises the closeness of a blade shave with the convenience of an electric shaver, but does it really help to get rid of that pesky facial hair?

  • Friday, June 25 2010 5:00 PM EDT2010-06-25 22:00:01 GMT
    Wash 'n' Rinse Spray Gun promises the power of a car wash hose, but in the comfort of your own home. Does it Work?

  • Monday, June 21 2010 4:45 PM EDT2010-06-21 21:45:51 GMT
    Could ultraviolet rays replace the chemical cleaners some people use to sanitize their countertops? The makers of a new product hope it's the future of cleaning.

  • Monday, May 31 2010 4:22 PM EDT2010-05-31 21:22:39 GMT
    Washing your hands is one of the top ways to keep germs and illnesses at bay, and now one product is making it even easier to get soap into your hands.

  • Friday, May 28 2010 6:08 PM EDT2010-05-28 23:08:39 GMT
    It's never a pleasant surprise to find parts of an eggshell in your favorite meal, but now one product promises you'll never drop another piece of shell into your food ever again.

  • Everyone has a soft spot in their hearts for animals, but may hate the coating of fur their pets leave behind. Now, a new product promises to put an end to the problem.

  • Monday, May 24 2010 11:03 PM EDT2010-05-25 04:03:45 GMT
    Springtime means a busy time for dog and cat breeders, and with the new bundles of joy comes the responsibility of potty training. Now, one new product promises to make the daunting task a little easier.

  • Friday, May 14 2010 4:10 PM EDT2010-05-14 21:10:26 GMT
    Frog Tape is supposed to keep paint from bleeding through, but does it work?

  • Monday, April 19 2010 4:00 PM EDT2010-04-19 21:00:31 GMT
    If you're a fan of s'mores any time of the year and want a quick way to assemble the treat at home, then the Micro S'mores microwaveable s'more maker may be just what you are looking for. But does it work?

  • Friday, April 16 2010 4:16 PM EDT2010-04-16 21:16:07 GMT
    The business of getting toddlers to do their business in the potty isn't the easiest task. So we took two products to a daycare for this Does It Work test.

  • Friday, April 9 2010 4:15 PM EDT2010-04-09 21:15:19 GMT
    Tired of replacing flags you fly outside? The Flag Saver promises to cut down on the fraying, but does it work?

  • Monday, March 29 2010 4:15 PM EDT2010-03-29 21:15:06 GMT
    It's a high-tech, new age cleaning compound designed for cleaning the dust and dirt from your electronics, but does it work?

  • Monday, March 15 2010 4:20 PM EDT2010-03-15 20:20:16 GMT
    The Purex Complete 3-in-1 laundry sheet says it's an all-in-one cleaning solution for use in the washer and the dryer, but does it work?

  • Monday, February 8 2010 4:10 PM EST2010-02-08 21:10:39 GMT
    The groundhog is calling for six more weeks of winter, which could mean more high heat bills. Not so fast. The Twin Draft Guard claims to hold the heat inside while keeping the cold outside.

  • Monday, February 1 2010 4:45 PM EST2010-02-01 21:45:25 GMT
    Household chores can be a pesky task for many, but now one product is hoping to make mopping a little bit easier for those not too thrilled with the task.

  • Friday, January 29 2010 4:31 PM EST2010-01-29 21:31:00 GMT
    The Coffeetime Brew System promises it tastes better than any coffee you've ever had before, but does it work?

  • Monday, January 25 2010 4:40 PM EST2010-01-25 21:40:23 GMT
    The rough economy has everyone cutting edges here and there, but when it comes to paying for telephone service, one product says it can turn your computer into a phone line.

  • Monday, January 18 2010 4:57 PM EST2010-01-18 21:57:11 GMT
    Taping and draping are all part of the deal when it's time to paint the room, and now one system says painting will be made easier by skipping the preparation part.

  • Friday, January 15 2010 4:30 PM EST2010-01-15 21:30:27 GMT
    The cold winter weather may be wreaking havoc on your skin, but now one product is promising to rid your feet of the winter blues and get them feeling soft again.

  • Tuesday, January 12 2010 8:51 AM EST2010-01-12 13:51:14 GMT
    It's a chore that must be done to keep your floors sparkling clean, and now one product is helping you take the strain off your back while mopping.

  • Friday, January 8 2010 4:45 PM EST2010-01-08 21:45:53 GMT
    Doing load after load of laundry isn't exactly a cup of tea, but now one product is promising to leave your clothes fresh and feeling soft after a tumble through the dryer.

  • Monday, December 21 2009 4:45 PM EST2009-12-21 21:45:46 GMT
    If you're on the hunt for something to wow your holiday guests with this year, one product is promising a larger-than-life cupcake will do the trick.

  • Monday, December 14 2009 4:30 PM EST2009-12-14 21:30:52 GMT
    The students spend part of their day learning about shapes and colors, so we brought our colorful pack of Bendaroos to her class to see how well they can hold the interest of the kids.

  • Wednesday, December 9 2009 4:20 PM EST2009-12-09 21:20:19 GMT
    Sketchers Shape Ups claim to help you tone your calves, your butt and your thighs faster and easier than traditional workouts. But does is work?

  • Monday, December 7 2009 4:45 PM EST2009-12-07 21:45:55 GMT
    Many of us spend hours a week in front of the mirror perfecting a hairstyle, but what if one product could slash your styling time in half? That's what the makers of the "EZ Comb" claim their product is able to do.

  • Friday, December 4 2009 4:30 PM EST2009-12-04 21:30:47 GMT
    A high-tech gadget called the Power Mat claims to free up outlets and charge items faster than wall chargers, but does it work?

  • Monday, November 23 2009 4:30 PM EST2009-11-23 21:30:46 GMT
    You'll never cut your knuckles again on metal food graters if the ceramic Grater Plater works as well as your old metal grater.

  • Wednesday, November 11 2009 4:43 PM EST2009-11-11 21:43:58 GMT
    They're a big part of many families, and some even dress their pets like a child. When the dog clothing trend couldn't get any wilder, a new company has introduced 'Doggie Diapers.'

  • Friday, November 6 2009 4:45 PM EST2009-11-06 21:45:17 GMT
    It's time to start gearing up for the holiday shopping season, but no one wants to spend money on a present that's not worth the cash.

  • Friday, October 30 2009 4:44 PM EDT2009-10-30 20:44:50 GMT
    Household chores aren't exactly anyone's idea of a fun time, but now a new mop promises to take the strain off of your back so pain doesn't creep up on you while cleaning.

  • Monday, October 26 2009 4:16 PM EDT2009-10-26 20:16:02 GMT
    If you've got kids or a sloppy spouse that seems to get toothpaste on everything but the brush, the Touch N Brush may the answer to your troubles.

  • Friday, October 16 2009 4:25 PM EDT2009-10-16 21:25:43 GMT
    Getting your car's oil change can be a pain, complete with a long wait at the car dealership. Now, one company claims their product takes the hassle out of keeping your car up-and-running.

  • Monday, October 5 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-10-05 21:45:38 GMT
    The Mosquito86 is a standard gas-powered blower unit that dispenses a chemical solution that claims to exterminate mosquitoes and other flying insects.

  • Friday, September 18 2009 4:42 PM EDT2009-09-18 21:42:53 GMT
    One product promises it will give you perfectly sliced brownies each time you bake.

  • Monday, September 14 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-09-14 21:30:50 GMT
    The Shoes Under: A zipper pouch that the makers claim will save you closet space by organizing and stowing your shoes under your bed. But does it work?

  • Wednesday, September 9 2009 4:40 PM EDT2009-09-09 21:40:35 GMT
    It promises to slice and dice any type of vegetable or fruit, but does the Titan Peeler live up to its name?

  • Friday, September 4 2009 4:46 PM EDT2009-09-04 21:46:38 GMT
    There are so many lotions and potions that promise to get rid of tattoos, but can you really rub off something that's inked into your skin? The Wrecking Balm Tattoo Remover says it can, but does it work?

  • Monday, August 31 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-08-31 21:45:51 GMT
    The Pasta 'N More claims it can slice the time it takes to cook pasta in half, and all you need is a microwave.

  • Monday, August 24 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-08-24 21:30:12 GMT
    The Topsy Turvy Upside Down Tomato Planter claims to be a space-saving, hanging planter that claims to grow a wide variety of veggies all season long. But does it work?

  • Friday, August 21 2009 4:31 PM EDT2009-08-21 21:31:35 GMT
    One of the best things about the summer is sweet corn season, but some people don't like eating corn right off the cob. Pampered Chef's Kernel Cutter promises to help out, but does it work?

  • Wednesday, August 19 2009 4:38 PM EDT2009-08-19 21:38:25 GMT
    The makers of the new Giveaway Watch from Field and Stream Magazine say their product can tell its users when fish will be biting from anywhere in the world.

  • Monday, August 17 2009 4:59 PM EDT2009-08-17 21:59:34 GMT
    It claims to be a quick fix for flat hair, but does the "Bump It" really pump up the volume?

  • Friday, August 14 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-08-14 21:45:20 GMT
    Nothing's worse when applying foundation and it doesn't match your skin tone. Revlon claims to be rid of embarassing make-up lines with its Beyond Natural Skin-Matching Makeup. But does it work?

  • Wednesday, August 5 2009 7:56 PM EDT2009-08-06 00:56:43 GMT
    Laundry chores may not be your idea of a good time, but now one product promises it will take the drag out of the chore and save you time and money at the same time.

  • Monday, July 27 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-07-27 21:45:54 GMT
    The Hercules Hook is a small 3.5-inch curved hook that claims to hold up pictures on drywall, plaster, or paneling without the use of hammers or drills. But does it work?

  • Friday, July 24 2009 4:41 PM EDT2009-07-24 21:41:05 GMT
    Special K Cereals says you can "lose an inch from your waist in just two weeks" by replacing a few of your meals with their cereals and snacks. But does the Special K Challenge work?

  • Monday, July 20 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-07-20 21:45:55 GMT
    It claims to be "The mini burger sensation that's sweeping the nation." After opening the box and reading the instructions, we put the ridged five-pod cooker to work in the kitchen.

  • Friday, July 17 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-07-17 21:45:56 GMT
    If you have cats, you love them, but you don't love cleaning the litter box. That's where Cat Genie steps in. But does it work?

  • Wednesday, July 1 2009 4:31 PM EDT2009-07-01 21:31:36 GMT
    It's called the Windex Outdoor All-In-One Window Cleaner and promises to make even the most weary window washers into window lovers, but does it work?

  • Monday, June 22 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-06-22 21:45:46 GMT
    It's a summer staple we can all live without: getting into a hot, parked car. The Auto Cool promises to help you beat the heat, but does it work?

  • Wednesday, June 17 2009 4:39 PM EDT2009-06-17 21:39:08 GMT
    It's a hot new item getting the attention of smokers who want to cut back on the number of cigarettes they smoke a day, but do smokeless cigarettes actually work?

  • Monday, June 8 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-06-08 21:30:34 GMT
    The InStyler uses a swiveling hot barrel to get your hair looking its best, but does it work?

  • Wednesday, June 3 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-06-03 21:30:10 GMT
    The sights, the sounds, and the smell of the back yard barbecue - we all want more time spent eating than cleaning, and the Grill Daddy may just as well help achieve that goal. But does it work?

  • Friday, May 15 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-05-15 21:30:56 GMT
    Follow the Hollywood gossip and celebrity pictures and you'll see hair extensions are all the rage. And now, hair extensions are getting a little more affordable for the rest of these days.

  • Monday, May 11 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-05-11 21:45:40 GMT
    If you've ever needed to fix those scratches of unknown origins on your car, fixit!Pro claims to be the tool for the job. But does it work?

  • Friday, May 8 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-05-08 21:30:22 GMT
    CoolJamaz promise to keep you cool while you sleep by absorbing any moisture during night sweats, but does it work?

  • Monday, May 4 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-05-04 21:45:50 GMT
    The PROCaulk package is a three-piece caulk edging set to get the perfect finish for any edge when it comes to caulking. But does it work?

  • Friday, May 1 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-05-01 21:45:55 GMT
    The HandySwitch is a battery operated wireless switch that claims to control any lamp, from anywhere, in any room. But does it work?

  • Wednesday, April 22 2009 4:40 PM EDT2009-04-22 21:40:14 GMT
    Mighty Putty claims to be an easy way to fix, fill and seal almost anything. But Does it Work?

  • Monday, April 20 2009 8:54 AM EDT2009-04-20 13:54:00 GMT
    We put furnitures sliders to the test.

  • Friday, April 17 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-04-17 21:45:53 GMT
    The Slap Chop promises with one slam down you'll slice and dice vegetables and more with ease, but Does it Work?

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    Thursday, April 16 2009 9:02 AM EDT2009-04-16 14:02:48 GMT
    The P3 4400 Kill a Watt promises to help you spot the "power hogs" in your home and then decide whether to toss the old appliance, or turn it off more when it's not in use.

  • Friday, April 10 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-04-10 21:45:56 GMT
    Both the Pledge Fabric Sweeper for Pets and the 3M Scotch Fur Fighter promise to pick up pet fur better than your average lint rollers, but do they work and which works better?

  • Thursday, April 9 2009 6:15 AM EDT2009-04-09 11:15:37 GMT
    It's right there on the package. "If you've got carpet, you've got fun." We've got carpet. And that's why we picked up Fun Slides Carpet Skates. They remind us of another "Does It Work?" product from years gone by...the Moving Men. The only difference is they're elongated like the shape of your foot and they have straps on them.

  • Friday, April 3 2009 3:58 PM EDT2009-04-03 20:58:21 GMT
    Slip the Instant Egg Peeler onto your faucet and the rush of water should peel your hard-boiled eggs "like magic" but Does it Work?

  • Monday, March 30 2009 10:25 AM EDT2009-03-30 15:25:10 GMT
    If you have pets in the house, we don't have to tell you this is the time of year when they start letting go of some hair. We put the Shed Ender to the test.

  • Friday, March 27 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-03-27 20:45:44 GMT
    You've seen babies communicate through sign language, and now a new system promises they can read, too, but does it work?

  • Thursday, March 26 2009 6:49 AM EDT2009-03-26 10:49:14 GMT
    If combating bugs was a sport, the Amazing Handheld Bug Zapper would be the required equipment for playing. This week we put it to the "Does It Work?" test.

  • Monday, March 23 2009 4:45 PM EDT2009-03-23 20:45:52 GMT
    Can Mighty Mendit fix a T-shirt ripped in anger? The box we purchased comes with a 6-ounce bottle of the flexible adhesive, as well as a 1-ounce bottle of Mighty Gemit, and 50 gems for bedazzling.

  • Friday, March 20 2009 4:46 PM EDT2009-03-20 20:46:39 GMT
    The Walgreens-only Incoco sure does make applying your own French manicure look easy, and if this dry nail applique works, it could save you some money at the nail salon.

  • Wednesday, March 18 2009 4:30 PM EDT2009-03-18 20:30:50 GMT
    Dryer Balls are reusable, soft-spiked, rubber balls that promise to replace the chemical-based liquid softeners and dryer sheets you use to keep your clothes static free and comfy. But do they work?

  • Pedi Paws claims to make trimming nails on your furry friends safer for them and easier for you. But does it work?

  • Saturday, March 14 2009 4:04 PM EDT2009-03-14 20:04:57 GMT
    This device claims if you can make toast, you can make tasty hot dogs.  The WMBF news network finds out if the hot dog toaster works.

  • The Grabit Damaged Screw and Bolt Remover promises to end the frustration when a screw becomes stripped or worn and you can't get it out.

  • Tater Mitts is one of the most requested products we've ever tested.  Find out if they really can peel a potato in 8 seconds.

  • It's not uncommon to go to a party where they're serving nuts. If you're planning a get together with nuts on the menu, or if you just like the quest of cracking your own shells, we may have a product for you.

  • The One Touch Can Opener is a handheld, automatic can opening device that requires no muscle by the user.

  • Blendy Pens promise 15 color combinations from six different marker colors. The idea is to blend them together with "fusion," as the makers call it.

  • A lot of products we test on "Does It Work?" make use of the microwave oven. It's like the makers of these "as seen on TV" products haven't moved past their 1975 fascination with the microwave. This time we're turning it into a grill with the Micro Grill. Question is: "Does It Work?"

  • Will the Steam Buddy having you arriving to your destination wrinkle-free?

  • The box makes the same claim you see on TV. The Magic Bullet is supposed to be capable of doing virtually any job in the kitchen, in 10 seconds or less, with no mess and no fuss.  We find out if it's true.

  • With the price of groceries these days, you don't want to waste anything. The idea behind the Handi-Vac is to remove air from your frozen storage to eliminate freezer burn.

  • When a mess is too big for a broom, but not big enough for a vacuum cleaner, you're forced with a choice to make. Not anymore. There's a new "as seen on TV" cleaning tool making a bid to join your family. We put the Cordless Swivel Sweeper to test.