Derek Adams

Derek Adams

Derek Adams has been in consumer tech journalism since joining London listings magazine Time Out in the early ‘80s. He’s an experienced reviewer of cordless vacs and robot vacs, indeed anything that runs on batteries or has a plug attached. Derek also writes extensively for TechRadar’s sister site T3.com between playing drums and guitar with his bandmates in Red Box.

Articles by: Derek Adams

Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum in reviewer's home

How do robot vacuums navigate?

By Derek Adams published

Here's exactly how robovacs find their way around, without crashing down stairs, running slipshod over toys and cables, or bumping into furniture.

Close up of camera on iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max

iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max review

By Derek Adams published

iRobot's range-topping Roomba Combo 10 Max is well-built and looks good, but has a few too many design and usability issues.

Dreame L40 Ultra robot vacuum in a village hall

Dreame L40 Ultra robot vacuum review

By Derek Adams published

If you can handle the large and ugly dock, the Dreame L40 Ultra is an almost-perfect hybrid robot vacuum.

Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum in reviewer's home

Roborock Qrevo Curv review: the crème de la crème of robot vacuums

By Derek Adams published

If you're looking for a truly hands-off cleaning experience, the Qrevo Curv will deliver.

Gtech Orca hard floor cleaner in reviewer's kitchen

Gtech Orca Hard Floor Cleaner review

By Derek Adams published

A handful or poor design decisions aside, the Gtech Orca is an efficient and easily maneuverable cordless wet-dry vacuum.

Gtech AirRam 3 vacuum cleaner in reviewer's home

Gtech AirRam 3 cordless upright vacuum cleaner review

By Derek Adams published

Recommended

A superbly designed cordless upright vac that cleans right to the edge.

Mammotion LUBA 2 AWD by a clump of lavender

Mammotion LUBA 2 AWD robot lawn mower review

By Derek Adams published

Recommended

A fully autonomous GPS-guided robotic lawn mower for pristine lawn maintenance.

Mammotion LUBA 2 AWD Robot lawn mower

Should I buy a robot lawn mower? We look at the pros and cons

By Derek Adams published

A robot lawn mower can be a great timesaver, but it's not right for everyone.

Miele Classic C1 Flex against a fireplace

Miele Classic C1 vacuum cleaner review

By Derek Adams published

A powerful but dated corded cylinder floor cleaner for those on a tighter budget.

Mammotion LUBA 2 AWD robot lawn mower

How exactly do robot lawn mowers work?

By Derek Adams published

Do they need a navigation wire? How do they find their way around? And where exactly does the grass go? We answer all your robot lawn mower questions.

Dust bag for Halo Capsule X filter

I've tested dozens of vacuum cleaners – here's why bagged models are best

By Derek Adams published

More efficient, cheaper to run in the long term, and certainly more reliable... bagged vacs are where it's at.

Halo Capsule X Pet Max vacuum cleaner

Halo Capsule X Pet Max vacuum cleaner review

By Derek Adams published

Editor's Choice

The Halo Capsule X Pet Max is a sterling bagged vacuum cleaner that drubs most of the bagless opposition.

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