Articles by Jim McCauley

A professional writer with over a quarter of a century's experience, Jim has been covering mattress and sleep-related subjects for TechRadar, Tom's Guide and T3 over the past few years, gathering an in-depth knowledge of the workings of the mattress industry along the way. Previously Jim has covered a wide variety of subjects, working widely in the tech and gaming sectors, and more recently covering the design and wellness industries. When they're not hammering at their keyboard, Jim can be found performing on the streets of Bath or in actual theatres; they recently appearedin Beauty and the Beast at Bath's Rondo Theatre and they also serve as a trustee, designer and occasional producer for a local theatre group.

Articles by: Jim McCauley

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The best coffee maker 2024: expert tested coffee machines

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated 13 December 24

Updated Coffee makers that you can rely on to produce consistently delicious results, whatever style you prefer.

The best upright vacuum 2024: top vacuums for deeper cleaning

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 13 December 24

Buying Guide Browse the best upright vacuum cleaner reviews from leading brands like Shark, Dyson, Miele and more.

The best Dyson Airwrap dupes 2024: cheaper Airwrap alternatives to buy today

By Jennifer Oksien last updated 13 December 24

We round up the best Airwrap dupes for creating salon-worthy style without the hefty price tag.

The best cordless vacuum 2024: tried and tested by experts

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 25 November 24

Our experts have tested the best cordless vacuums for convenient, flexible cleaning. Here are our top picks from Shark, Dyson, Samsung and more.

Proscenic Floobot X1 Robot Vacuum and Mop against a green and blue background

The best budget robot vacuum cleaner in 2024: low-effort cleaning at low prices

By Jim McCauley published 14 November 24

5 of the best budget robot vacuums to keep your floors clean without spending a small fortune.

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Cyber Monday mattress deals 2024: today's 9 best early offers

By James Pickard last updated 13 November 24

This year's Cyber Monday mattress sales are almost here, but you don't have to wait as we've picked out all the best early offers.

Nespresso Pixie by Krups coffee machine on pink background

The best Nespresso machine 2024: top capsule coffee makers

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated 13 November 24

Easy-to-use pod coffee makers tester and recommended by our highly caffeinated team of experts.

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The best espresso machine 2024: outstanding espresso makers tested by experts

By Cat Ellis last updated 13 November 24

Updated Expert-recommended espresso machines to give you a morning jump-start.

The best bean-to-cup coffee machine 2024: quick and convenient coffee makers tested

By Cat Ellis last updated 5 November 24

Updated We've tested the best bean-to-cup coffee machines to find the best options from De'Longhi, Breville, Ninja, Gaggia and more.

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Best wet-dry vacuum cleaner in 2024: all-round clean machines

By Jim McCauley published 1 November 24

We've selected the best wet-dry vacuum cleaners on the market, with options from Dyson, Shark, Samsung and more.

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How to clean a hardwood floor

By Jim McCauley published 14 October 24

From sweeping and vacuuming to mopping and polishing, here's what you need to know about how to clean a hardwood floor without damaging it.

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The best juicer 2024: cold press and centrifugal juicers for all budgets

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated 4 October 24

Updated Our expert team have juiced buckets of produce to bring you this list of the very best centrifugal and masticating juicers around.

The best vacuum for pet hair 2024: keep fur and dander under control

By Tom May last updated 17 September 24

Keep your home fur-free with the best vacuums for pet hair

The best cheap vacuum 2024: clean up without getting cleaned out

By Tom May last updated 17 September 24

Want powerful cleaning on a budget? Here are the best cheap vacuums that don't skimp on performance.

Dreamcloud and Satvaa mattress on a white background next to TechRadar Labor Day sales badge

Labor Day mattress sales 2024: all the best early deals

By James Pickard last updated 20 August 24

This year's Labor Day mattress sales are already underway, so we've searched through them and picked out the best deals worth buying now.

Amazon Prime Day vacuum deals 2024: suck up these Dyson and Shark deals still available

By Alex Whitelock last updated 18 July 24

The Amazon Prime Day vacuum sale has finished, but deals remain for big brands including Dyson and Shark.

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These popular robot vacuums are below $500 / £500 for Prime Day 2024

By Jim McCauley published 16 July 24

Take advantage of some cracking offers with prices dropping by up to 58%.

The best beard trimmer and electric razors 2024: trim, shape and style

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated 4 July 24

The best beard trimmers and electric razors for every kind of style and every budget

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4th of July mattress sales 2024: all the best deals

By James Pickard last updated 3 July 24

TechRadar's guide to this year's 4th of July mattress sales

The best fans 2024: stay frosty with these pedestal, tower and desk fans

By Jennifer Oksien last updated 28 June 24

We've tested the best fans from Dyson, Meaco and more help keep you cool and comfortable when the temperatures rise.

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The best car vacuum 2024: lightweight vacs to keep your car spotless

By Verity Burns last updated 10 June 24

Keep your car dust and crumb-free with the best car vacuums from the likes of Dyson, Shark and Eufy.

The best Memorial Day mattress sales 2024

By James Pickard last updated 28 May 24

TechRadar's guide to this year's Memorial Day mattress sales, including our hand-picked selection of the best deals.

Best mattress for bigger bodies 2024: supportive beds for heavy people

By Jo Plumridge last updated 9 April 24

Bigger bodies need more support – our guide to the best mattress for heavy people will help you find the right one

Best mattress for back pain: Man rubbing his back, sitting on his bed

The best mattress for back pain 2024: 6 options to soothe tiresome aches

By Alison Barretta last updated 9 April 24

We've picked out the best mattresses for back pain, based on our research and testing.

One of the best cooling mattresses is the Nectar Premier Copper memory foam mattress

Best cooling mattress in 2024: stay frosty every night

By Sarah Finley last updated 9 April 24

Need a bed that doesn't get hot in the night? Here are the best cooling mattresses around.

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