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KitchenAid Pro Line 2-Slice Toaster – the best toaster I've tested
I trialled the KitchenAid Pro Line 2-Slice Toaster on white bread, bagels, sourdough, gluten-free bread, fruit bread, pop-tarts, and more
By Laura Honey Published
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Aarke Electric Kettle review − boiling water just got hotter
The Aarke Electric Kettle offers the ideal balance of form and function, incorporating thermoregulating technology into a sleek design
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Breville Die Cast 4-Slice Smart Toaster - sleek but not smart
The Breville Die Cast 4-Slice Smart Toaster claims capacity and versatility. I tested on bread, bagels, and more to see if that's true
By Laura Honey Published
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Almond Cow Milk Maker review – a plant-based wonder
The Almond Cow Milk Maker is one of the most talked about nut milk makers on the market. Our plant-based expert Laura put this iconic appliance to the test.
By Laura Honey Published
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Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker and Air Fryer review – delicious meals in minutes
The Ninja Speedi Rapid Cooker and Air Fryer lives up to the hype. This air fryer is quick, capacious, and even cooks rice and slow cooks
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Breville The Toast Select Luxe Toaster – top-notch toast
Our experts took Breville The Toast Select Luxe Toaster to our test kitchen to test it on white bread, sourdough, gluten-free bread, bagels, fruit toast, pop tarts and more.
By Laura Honey Published
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KitchenAid 2 Slice Manual Lift Toaster review
I tested the KitchenAid 2 Slice Manual Lift Toaster against the best toasters on the market. I found an excellent but basic toaster.
By Laura Honey Published
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Tribest Greenstar 5 Juicer review – perfect, but it will cost you
Our team of experts used the Tribest Greenstar 5 to make orange juice, green juice, almond milk, and sorbet. We adored the results, but not the process or price.
By Laura Honey Published
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Ninja Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer − quick, capacious, overcooks
You could roast a whole chicken or bake a bread loaf in the Ninja Foodi FlexBasket Air Fryer, though you might just dry them out
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Proscenic T22 Air Fryer review – quick, capacious, struggles with soft produce
The Proscenic T22 Air Fryer is a quick and quiet cooker that makes light work of carbs and protein but struggles with veg
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Vitamix A2300 review – a near-perfect all-round blender
It's almost as cheap as a Vitamix gets, but does the Vitamix A2300 live up to the brand? I tested it on smoothies, ice, dips, and even butter to find out.
By Helen McCue Published
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Cosori Pro LE 5-Qt Air Fryer review − almost too powerful for its own good
The Cosori Pro LE 5-Qt Air Fryer works quickly and quietly to fry your food, though it errs on the side of overcooking
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Smeg Semi Automatic Espresso Machine – the most stylish espresso machine on the market?
The Smeg Super Automatic Espresso Machine is the most beautiful model on the market. As a barista, I wanted to see if this boasts substance as well as style.
By Laura Honey Published
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Maatila Whipped Cream Bed Sheet, Pillow Case and Comforter review − plush comfort all the way from Korea
Maatila makes squishy comforters and silky-smooth pillowcases, though their bed sheets leave a little to be desired
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Luxome Luxury Sheet Set − comfortable, cool, but creased
I slept under Luxome bedding through several seasons and countless laundry cycles − it wins my sleep editor seal of approval
By Emilia Hitching Published
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VacTidy Nimble T7 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo − quick sweeps and light cleans
The VacTidy Nimble T7 can manage small spills and general maintenance, but it's less suitable for bigger cleaning jobs
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Instant Pot Milk Frother – can a multicooker maker really improve your coffee?
The Instant Pot Milk Frother can texture dairy and non-dairy milks well. It's certainly a budget option, but it can deliver on all its promises.
By Laura Honey Published
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Nespresso Aeroccino 4 review – for speedy, silent, single-serve milk
Single-serve, speedy, and close to silent, the Nespresso Aeroccino 4 is an excellent milk frother. It's a little pricy, but worth every penny.
By Laura Honey Published
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Ultenic FS1 Auto Empty Cordless Vacuum – less costly luxury
The Ultenic FS1 has plenty of luxury features, but without the premium price tag: neat charging, self-emptying bins, and excellent suction power.
By Laura Honey Published
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Miele CM 6160 Coffee Machine review – is it worth $2,000?
The Miele CM 6160 coffee machine is beautiful. It's slick, smart, and stylish, but also very very expensive. I tested it to see whether it's worth the money.
By Laura Honey Published
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Magic Bullet Blender review – inexpensive but effective
My tests found that the Magic Bullet blender is a brilliant, inexpensive option for novice smoothie makers who don't need all the bells and whistles.
By Laura Honey Published
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Ninja Foodi Cold & Hot Blender: homemade soup without a stove
The Ninja Foodi Cold & Hot Blender is a blender and soup maker in one. When I took it to the test kitchen, I found excellent soups and smoothie bowls.
By Emilia Hitching Last updated
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Nutribullet 600 Series blender review – for elegant, efficient smoothies
The Nutribullet 600 Series blender is a simple, smoothie-blending delight. Its elegant aesthetics and efficient motor make it easy to love, but it has some limitations.
By Laura Honey Published
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Magic Bullet Kitchen Express review – petite but powerful
The Magic Bullet Kitchen Express covers the functions of a blender and food processor in one small, but surprisingly effective appliance.
By Laura Honey Published
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HYSapientia 15L Air Fryer Oven review − great with meat, but missed the mark with carbs and veg
On test, I found the HYSapientia 15L has an amazing capacity and is great for meat dishes, but other ingredients were less successful.
By Emilia Hitching Published
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Shark Rotator Pet Lift-Away: a great budget upright Shark
The Shark Rotator is a cheaper option than Shark's top-line vacuums. Can it stand up to testing?
By Camryn Rabideau Published
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Nutribullet immersion blender review – a basic, bargain blender
If you're looking for a budget immersion blender, look no further than the Nutribullet. It has a durable build, two attachments, and variable speed settings.
By Laura Honey Published
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Shark CarpetXpert Carpet Cleaner - exceptional for pet mess
I wasn't convinced by carpet cleaners, but the Shark CarpetXpert is amazing. This cleaner totally revitalised rugs, upholstery, and easily handled pet mess.
By Camryn Rabideau Published
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I slept on Martha Stewart's surprisingly great bedsheets for a month – and they're on sale
The Martha Stewart Bedding line offers quality products for unbeatable prices. On test, I found soft sheets, plush comforters, but subpar pillows.
By Camryn Rabideau Published