Articles by Emily Peck, Lifestyle journalist

Emily is a lifestyle journalist who writes for a range of publications including TechRadar, Livingetc, Wired, Ideal Home and GQ. She writes about interior design and smart home, gardens, wellbeing, food and fitness and has tested everything from food processors to paddleboards, and bee hives to the best beds. When she’s not typing away at her computer, she can be found tending to her Dorset-garden, trying the latest water sport at the beach or acting as chauffeur to her two young kids.

Articles by: Emily Peck

The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer being held upright

Here are the top 6 tools this professional hairdresser wouldn’t be without

By Emily Peck published 20 July 24

Hair stylist Ameyo Napo highlights her favorite hair tools and shares expert advice on how to strengthen and grow your hair.

I used a cheap robot vacuum for a month – here's what I loved and hated about it

By Emily Peck published 26 June 24

The Ultenic D5s Pro is a bargain for a robotvac, but how does it stack up against more premium options?

Remington One Dry & Style Hair Dryer with concentrator nozzle

Remington One Dry & Style Hair Dryer review

By Emily Peck published 24 June 24

Attachments for curly, wavy and flyaway hair make this fast hair dryer a versatile option.

Shark HydroVac Cordless floor cleaner in reviewer's home

Shark HydroVac Cordless WD201 / WD210 review: a very effective vacuum-mop

By Emily Peck last updated 20 June 24

We take a closer look at the cordless Shark HydroVac, to see if it can achieve spotless results with little elbow grease.

A hand holding the Panasonic Nanoe Moisture+ and Mineral hair dryer

Panasonic Nanoe Moisture+ and Mineral hair dryer review

By Emily Peck published 6 June 24

Recommended

I tested this premium hair dryer that promises to care for your hair, scalp and complexion.

A hand in a rubber glove holding a soapy cloth

How to clean your household appliances: expert tips from TV's queen of clean

By Emily Peck published 29 May 24

An expert explains how to keep your coffee machine, air fryer, hair dryer and more in tip-top condition.

Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 blender with accessories

Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 blender review

By Emily Peck published 19 May 24

The Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 adds a more powerful motor and useful pulse function to the classic blender design.

Nutribullet Ultra blender in reviewer's kitchen

Nutribullet Ultra blender review

By Emily Peck published 10 May 24

The Nutribullet Ultra is designed to be super-powerful but also super-quiet. Here's my review.

The Instant Pot Pro Plus Smart Multi-Cooker and some ingredients on a kitchen counter

Instant Pot Pro Plus Smart Multi-Cooker review

By Emily Peck published 14 April 24

Recommended

This 10-in-1 design lets you pressure cook, steam, sauté, slow cook and more, with control via a dedicated smart app.

Nutribullet Pro 900 blender review: compact and convenient

By Emily Peck published 28 February 24

Recommended

Can the Nutribullet Pro 900 blender tackle sauces, smoothies and dips with ease?

T3 Fit hair dryer review

By Emily Peck last updated 12 February 24

Recommended

Compact and easy to use, the T3 fit is an attractive hair dryer that delivers steady yet powerful airflow for easy styling.

Top toy gift ideas to keep kids entertained - and limit screen time - this festive season

By Emily Peck published 18 December 23

These fun and engaging top toy gift ideas will keep kids entertained for more than 5 minutes this Christmas.

Coffee maker vs espresso machine: which one is best for you?

By Emily Peck published 7 December 23

We pit coffee makers vs espresso machines here so you can consider the pros and cons and enjoy the best coffee.

Ultenic T10 Elite robot vacuum and mop review: is it powerful enough for both hard flooring and fitted carpet?

By Emily Peck published 6 December 23

With smart LiDAR technology to map out rooms with ease, this robot vacuum has good suction power. Its mop feature is a nice extra.

Shark Stratos vs Dyson V15: Which is the best cordless vacuum range?

By Emily Peck published 5 December 23

Not sure which cordless vacuum cleaner to go for? We’ll help you find the most suitable option for your home

How to cook salmon in an air fryer

By Emily Peck published 1 December 23

Follow our step by step guide on how to cook salmon in the air fryer – with tips from Lynsey ‘Queen of Clean’ on how to clean your air fryer after use.

Laifen Swift vs Dyson Supersonic: which hair dryer is best for you?

By Emily Peck published 3 November 23

We compare the Laifen Swift versus the Dyson Supersonic to find out which one comes out top.

Are air fryers worth it?

By Emily Peck last updated 6 July 23

We find out if now is the time to invest in one of the latest air fryers and if they do, indeed, save time, money and effort.

Swann CoreCam review: an easy-to-install wireless security camera with an informative app

By Emily Peck published 21 April 23

You can set up this wireless security camera in minutes, and monitor your home for peace of mind.

Air fryer baked potato on a chopping board

Air fryer baked potatoes won't save you money, but they taste delicious

By Emily Peck published 25 March 23

We follow this air fryer baked potato recipe that creates a delicious, crispy skin with perfectly fluffy centre.

We found this air fryer gingerbread cookies recipe on Instagram - it made the crunch

By Emily Peck published 17 December 22

Want to make gingerbread cookies in the air fryer? Here's how...

Cloud Nine The Wide Iron review

By Emily Peck published 14 December 22

A good temperature control range and efficient design make these hair straighteners a head-turning buy

Should I buy the Roborock S4 Max?

By Emily Peck published 21 November 22

The Roborock S4 Max is a popular choice of robot vacuum cleaner - we find out why and if you should buy.

Roborock S4 Max vs Roborock Q5 Plus

By Emily Peck published 21 November 22

Discover which of these clever robot vacuum cleaners comes out top

Breville/Sage the Smart Oven air fryer on counter top during testing

Breville the Smart Oven Air Fryer review

By Emily Peck published 9 November 22

Fast and efficient, Breville’s the Smart Oven Air Fryer offers 10 cooking functions to create everything from sweet treats to savoury feasts.

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