Articles by Ruth Hamilton, Homes Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in air (vacuum cleaners, robovacs, fans and air purifiers), and hair (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). She has been in consumer journalism since 2020, reviewing and writing about everything from outdoor kit to mattresses and wellness gadgets, with stints on Tom's Guide and T3 before joining TechRadar. Before that, she worked on various design titles, in print and online.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum and mop

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum review

By Ruth Hamilton published 30 July 24

The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra is a premium robot vacuum and mop that offers effective, precise cleaning.

Dyson Gen5detect review: a heavy-duty vacuum in more ways than one

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 30 July 24

Updated The feature-packed Dyson Gen5detect delivers impressive suction and superb battery life, but it's just a bit too heavy.

iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max robot vacuum and mop

iRobot's new Roomba robovac and mop will finally support Apple Home – and it'll clean its own dock, too

By Ruth Hamilton published 23 July 24

Roomba Combo 10 Max self-cleans, so even less effort is required from you.

Nutribullet 600 Series in reviewer's kitchen

Nutribullet 600 Series blender review

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 July 24

The Nutribullet 600 Series is simple, effective and affordable – perfect for your daily smoothie.

Dyson Supersonic Nural review: tech-packed and time-saving

By Ruth Hamilton published 11 July 24

Recommended

The Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer is designed to protect your scalp and streamline styling. Here's my review.

Dyson V8 vs V10: which cordless vacuum should you buy?

By Ruth Hamilton published 10 July 24

We dig into the differences between the Dyson V8 and the Dyson Cyclone V10, to help you choose which is right for you.

Dyson Cyclone V10 review

By Gerald Lynch last updated 26 June 24

Recommended

The Dyson Cyclone V10 is one of the older models currently available, but is it still worth buying?

Dyson V10 vs V11 cordless vacuum: which is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 26 June 24

The Dyson Cyclone V10 and V11 are both older cordless stick vacuums; we take a look at how they compare.

Dyson V11 review: still a supremely capable vacuum cleaner

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 25 June 24

Recommended

A few years after its initial launch, the Dyson V11 is still worth your attention.

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.

Reviewer testing the Shark Vertex Pro / Anti Hair Wrap cordless stick vacuum in her home

Shark Vertex Pro IZ662H / Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Vacuum IZ300UK review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 17 June 24

The Shark IZ662H / IZ300UK vacuum is powerful and well designed, if a little heavy and noisy to use.

Shark WandVac system, in handheld and floor modes

Shark WandVac System review

By Sophie Bird last updated 12 June 24

The Shark WandVac is a light but powerful cordless vacuum that's perfect for all kinds of small spillages.

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.

IKEA's new smart home app feature could help you save big money on your energy bills

By Ruth Hamilton published 14 May 24

Energy Insights helps you see which devices are sapping power, and the cheapest times to use them.

Forget vacuums, Dyson's new WashG1 cleaner is like a car wash for your floor

By Ruth Hamilton published 13 May 24

Dyson's latest floorcare launch sacks off suction and uses water and rollers to massage your hard floors clean.

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.

Think your robot vacuum is impressive? This one can swim

By Ruth Hamilton published 2 May 24

The Beatbot AquaSense is a submarine robovac for your swimming pool.

The space-age Typhur Dome might have solved the big problem with air fryers

By Ruth Hamilton published 28 April 24

A wider, rather than tall, design maximizes cooking space and helps deliver even crispiness without shaking.

Dyson CleanTrace app being tested by writer

I tried Dyson's CleanTrace app, and it's the most fun you can have with a vacuum cleaner

By Ruth Hamilton published 22 April 24

Dyson's CleanTrace AR app turns vacuuming into a game – and it's a hugely satisfying one.

This smart pellet grill uses generative AI to deliver the perfect BBQ – including adapting to 'unexpected surprises'

By Ruth Hamilton published 19 April 24

Brisk It enlists AI as its sous chef, so you can focus on socializing.

Man lying in bed with eyes closed and Airpods in

How to use music to help you sleep: 3 golden rules

By Ruth Hamilton published 1 April 24

Music can be a powerful part of your bedtime routine – here's how to pick the perfect sleep playlist.

How social media impacts your sleep (and what to do instead)

By Ruth Hamilton published 1 April 24

It might not be blue light that's the biggest threat to your wind-down routine, says sleep scientist.

Attendees asleep at the Emma Scores of Sleep concert

The Emma mattress brand's new Spotify album is scientifically designed to help you fall asleep – and trust me, it works

By Ruth Hamilton published 26 March 24

I have yet to make it to the end of Scores of Sleep without dropping off.

Person turning their morning alarm clock off from their bed

"Sleep happens" – it's time to stop micromanaging your nights, says sleep specialist

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 March 24

Focusing on clocking up 8 hours a night isn't the be-all and end-all for good sleep.

Amazon Echo Dot smart speaker on a bedside table

Your Alexa is your secret weapon for better sleep

By Ruth Hamilton published 16 March 24

Here's how to use your smart speaker to help you wind down and sleep better.

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