Lewis Maddison

Lewis Maddison

Reviews Writer

Lewis Maddison is a Reviews Writer for TechRadar. He previously worked as a Staff Writer for our business section, TechRadar Pro, where he gained experience with productivity-enhancing hardware, ranging from keyboards to standing desks. His area of expertise lies in computer peripherals and audio hardware, having spent over a decade exploring the murky depths of both PC building and music production. He also revels in picking up on the finest details and niggles that ultimately make a big difference to the user experience.

Articles by: Lewis Maddison

Boulies Master Rex and DXRacer Craft on a pink and turquoise background

Boulies Master Rex vs DXRacer Craft: I spent hours testing these equally comfy gaming chairs, but there's only one I can truly kick back in

By Lewis Maddison published

The similarly priced Boulies Master Rex and DXRacer Craft go head-to-head – but which one reigns supreme?

Thrustmaster TX pedal set, Thrustmaster TX racing wheel, and Hori racing wheel in triptych with pink background, divided by white diagonal lines

I'm an expert in sim racing wheels – here are five things to keep in mind when you're buying one

By Lewis Maddison published

Racing wheels aren’t always a case of plug-and-play – here are some points you should consider before buying.

Turtle Beach Stealth 700 on pink background and concentric circles, with box in top-left corner containing text reading "techradar PRICE CUT"

I loved the sound of this Turtle Beach PS5 headset – and now it's getting a great discount at Amazon

By Lewis Maddison published

The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 is one of the best gaming headsets for sheer sound quality – and now you can save big in the US and UK at Amazon.

Razer Viper V3 Pro on purple background with 'techradar don't miss' logo in top-left corner

I loved gaming with this lightweight Razer mouse – and now it's got a great discount over at Amazon

By Lewis Maddison published

The lightweight Razer Viper V3 Pro is now over $60 off at Amazon US.

Glorious Model I 2 on plinth with pink background

I found this gaming mouse's multiple side buttons useful during testing, but it's expensive given the lack of wireless play

By Lewis Maddison published

The Glorious Model I 2 has more side buttons than you might expect for a typical gaming mouse – but are they worth having?

Wobkey Rainy 75 Pro on desk with pink background

I tested the Wobkey Rainy 75 Pro and loved how easy it was to type with, but I wasn’t a fan of its software

By Lewis Maddison published

The Wobkey Rainy 75 Pro is a hefty mechanical keyboard with multiple connectivity options – but is it worth the asking price?

Razer Joro on desk with pink background

I tested the Razer Joro and liked its portable form factor, but it lacks the performance to match its high price

By Lewis Maddison published

The Razer Joro is made for gamers on the move – but is it as good as the stay-at-home alternatives?

Razer Basilisk Mobile on plinth with pink background

I tested the new Razer Basilisk Mobile and found it comfortable and smooth in action – and the price isn’t bad, either

By Lewis Maddison published

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The Razer Basilisk Mobile is designed for gamers on the go – but is it worth it for home players?

Side view of Contour Design Unimouse on plinth with pink background

I tested the Contour Design Unimouse and liked its adjustments, but it might be too much of a handful for some

By Lewis Maddison published

The Contour Design Unimouse features some useful hardware adjustments – but will you be able to get a comfortable hold on this ergonomic mouse?

Close up of gaming keyboard being used

Gaming keyboards seem to be getting better and better – but there are still some features I wish they had

By Lewis Maddison published

Gaming keyboards are increasingly offering better performance – but could we ask more of them?

MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra and Gamakay TK75HE V2 on pink and green background

Gamakay TK75HE V2 vs MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra: Analog boards have never been so affordable, but there’s one I think has the edge

By Lewis Maddison published

Both the Gamakay TK75HE V2 and the MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra are very affordable analog gaming keyboards – but which board is best?

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 open on desk with pink background

I tested the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 and was impressed by its display and performance, but it can get loud under load

By Lewis Maddison published

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The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 has a lot going for it – but how does it stack up next to the competition?

Final VR3000 Wireless on desk with pink background

I tested the VR3000 Wireless and loved their sound and design, but their ANC leaves a lot to be desired

By Lewis Maddison published

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The VR3000 Wireless promise great gaming audio and features – but do they deliver?

Samsung 25W 10,000mAh Wireless Battery Pack leaning on plinth, on desk with pink background

I used the Samsung 25W 10,000mAh Wireless Battery Pack for wireless charging, and while it works well, there are cheaper and smaller alternatives out there

By Lewis Maddison published

The Samsung 25W 10,000mAh Wireless Battery Pack is designed for charging Galaxy phones – but how fast can it do it?

Anker 20,000mAh 87W Power Bank leaning on plinth on desk, with pink background

I tested the Anker 20,000mAh 87W Power Bank and it has plenty of power, but it might be too much for some

By Lewis Maddison published

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The Anker 20,000mAh 87W Power Bank has a large power output – but is it worth it?

Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 open on desk with pink background

I tested the Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 and loved its design and display, but its weak specs hold it back from true greatness

By Lewis Maddison published

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The Samsung Galaxy Chromebook 2 360 looks and feels great, but how well does it perform?

Thrustmaster T128 on desk with pink background

Thrustmaster T128 review: a very capable wheel for the price, but don’t expect a premium design

By Lewis Maddison published

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The T128 is inexpensive for a racing wheel, but its performance punches above its weight.

Canon EOS R50 V, Dell S3225QC OLED monitor, and Dyson Supersonic r on blue, green, and red background, with Reviews Recap written in top right corner

5 best tech reviews of the week: a phenomenal update to one of Dell’s popular laptops, and a Dyson hair dryer to blow you away

By Lewis Maddison published

Reviews Recap: a fantastic new laptop from Dell, and a brilliant new Canon camera for vloggers

DXRacer Craft with plant, desk, and pink wall in background

DXRacer Craft review: a firm yet comfortable gaming chair with an excellent headrest but weak arms

By Lewis Maddison published

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The DXRacer Craft aims to offer a high-end gaming chair experience – but how comfortable is it?

INIU P51L-E1 Power Bank leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

I tested the INIU P51L-E1 Power Bank and found its extra features very convenient, and it offers good value for money too

By Lewis Maddison published

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The INIU P51L-E1 Power Bank has some useful features and a small form factor – but does it offer the best value?

Three-quarter view of Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed on desk

Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed review: a high-performing gaming mouse with an ergonomic shape that some will love – but others won’t

By Lewis Maddison last updated

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The Razer DeathAdder V3 HyperSpeed is certainly light – but does it have enough bite to its performance?

GameSir Super Nova and GameSir Cyclone 2 side by side, with blue and pink background

I’ve tested two of GameSir’s best controllers, and, for me, there’s one clear winner

By Lewis Maddison published

In the battle between Hall effect and TMR, which one comes out on top?

OXS Storm G2 leaning on plinth on desk with pink background

I was surprised by how cheap this wireless gaming headset is – and even more by its performance

By Lewis Maddison published

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Can the OXS Storm G2 deliver decent wireless performance at such a low price?

SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini on desk with pink background

I tested the SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3 and think it’s one of the best analog keyboards around – but it'd make a serious dent in my wallet

By Lewis Maddison published

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The SteelSeries Apex Pro Mini Gen 3 promises peak performance thanks to its analog switches – but does it live up to its price tag?

MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra on desk with pink background

I haven’t seen an analog keyboard as cheap as the MonsGeek FUN60 Ultra – but its performance surprised me even more after testing it

By Lewis Maddison published

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The FUN60 Ultra is remarkably cheap for an analog keyboard – but its performance is anything but

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