Ruth Hamilton

Ruth Hamilton

Collections Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Collections Editor, responsible for masterminding TechRadar's approach towards the new Collections format — a themed, curated selection of product recommendations designed to provide readers with an exciting new way to shop for the very best gadgets and gizmos. She has been reviewing and writing about products since 2020, covering everything from robot vacuums and hair stylers to outdoor kit and mattresses.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Selection of smart grills on some decking in a garden

12 superb smart BBQs that take care of cooking for you, for the ultimate in hands-off hosting

By Ruth Hamilton Published

App-connected BBQs that keep an eye on timings and let you adjust temperatures from the comfort of your deckchair.

Meater smart thermometers and phone app, against a sunny backyard background

This smart temperature probe will take all the guesswork out of BBQing — it tells you exactly how long to cook and rest your meat for, for perfectly juicy, charred and tender results

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Sick of slaving over a BBQ for hours, only to end up with tough or under-cooked meat? You need a Meater

Selection of BBQs in a garden

Memorial Day BBQ and grill deals are everywhere — but which retailer has the best bargains? I've rounded up the hottest price drops at Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Need a BBQ for Memorial Day? You're spoiled for choice — here's where to shop for the biggest deals.

Three Garmin smartwatches

The ultimate Garmin smartwatch cheat sheet: how to choose the right model for you

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Forerunner, Fenix, Venu, Instinct, Approach... the Garmin watch lineup is confusing. Here's what you need to know.

A Kodak instant print camera, charging dock, Yeti cup, Sony headphones and speaker all against a blurred background with confetti floating around

The ultimate high school graduation gift guide: top tech and dorm essentials to send your student off to college in style

By Ruth Hamilton Published

I've scoured the internet to find the perfect gift options for every budget.

Yard scene at golden hour, with a selection of Walmart products in the foreground

18 unmissable Walmart patio & garden deals to turn your yard into an entertaining haven for Memorial Day

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Up to 57% off BBQs, outdoor seating and fire pits to make your yard the envy of your neighbors.

Selection of running headphones scatted on a path

6 budget running headphones for beginners: affordable earbuds to help you up your pace this summer

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Who wants to run to the sound of their own wheezing breath?

Selection of IKEA PS 2026 collection furniture appearing to fall through the air

IKEA just launched a shapeshifting furniture range, and I spent far too long trying to figure out each item's hidden secret

By Ruth Hamilton Published

From inflatable chairs, to rocking benches, to side tables that snap closed like a suitcase, there are plenty of Easter eggs to discover in the PS 2026 collection.

Three pizza ovens on wooden tables outside in a garden

Fancy a slice in the sunshine? These are the best pizza ovens for authentic pies, al fresco style

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Forget BBQs, this summer is all about pizza — and these are the best gas, wood and electric pizza ovens for perfect pies in the sunshine.

A smart cat door, cat on an air purifier/pet bed, and a cat in a smart litter box

I delved into the wild world of pet tech to find the 9 best cat-care gadgets — including a feeder with facial recognition, and a self-cleaning litter box with a sealed 'poop dungeon'

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Smart gadgets to take the burden off kitty care while you're out of the house.

Selection of IKEA outdoor furniture and accessories around a small urban patio

IKEA outdoor trends: bold brights and playful shapes to bring even more sunshine to your yard

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Playful furniture and accessories to bring a bit more sunshine to your yard or balcony.

Close ups of three Lego sets

What's new at Lego for June: 23+ fresh sets to swoon over, including a soccer legend, an iconic city skyline, and the working road bike everyone's been waiting for

By Ruth Hamilton Published

This summer is bringing with it more brick-based brilliance.

Selection of laptops and tablets on podiums, with confetti and a graduation cap

9 college-ready laptops and tablets that make the perfect high school graduation gift

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Top tech to set them up for college success — all tried and tested by TechRadar experts.

Three cheap fitness trackers and smartwatches

Looking for your first running watch? These are the budget fitness bands and watches we'd recommend to get you on the right track

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Some simple stats can go a long way to helping you find your running groove.

Selection of women's running shoes on a grass and tarmac backround

Amazon is slashing prices of best-selling women's running shoes from Nike, Saucony, Brooks, Asics and more — here are 28 deals you should make a sprint for

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Training shoes for every kind of runner, from beginner to expert, with up to 40% off.

Three phones

Phone reviews roundup — the best new handsets to buy in May, including two mind-blowing camera phones and an 'incredibly long-lasting Android phone that won’t break the bank'

By Ruth Hamilton Published

A whistle-stop tour of all the new phones we've tested, and exactly what we thought of them.

Selection of camera phone accessories on a bench

12+ compact accessories that'll turn your phone into the perfect video and photo tool for travel — from $10 / £10

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Travel-friendly extras to instantly level up your camera phone.

The Shark FlexStyle, Dreame Airstyle Pro and Dyson Airwrap i.d. in reviewer's home

Can't justify the expense of an Airwrap? These are my favorite alternatives — including a 'versatile, well-designed' styler that comes in at half the price

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The newest Airwraps are great, but competitor brands have seriously upped their game recently.

Selection of Star Wars themed merch, on podiums, with a starry background

'I have a bad feeling about this': 20+ Star Wars gadgets I can't believe actually exist

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Celebrate Star Wars Day with some merch that absolutely no one asked for.

Stills from Tomodachi Life, with styluses overlaid

Obsessed with Tomodachi Life? You need a Nintendo Switch stylus — here are our top picks for getting creative with your Miis

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Get the most out this unhinged Japanese game's many creative features.

Selection of gadgets on a podium

Top tech of the month: the best new gadgets we've tested for May 2026

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Including a 'fantastic' OLED TV, and some five-star speakers that are 'crystal clear, fathoms deep and sound at least twice their size'.

Selection of IKEA products in a bedroom

IKEA bedroom trends for summer: create a coastal haven with calming blues and bright coral

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Here's how to recreate the 'Blue skies and happy sighs' look in your own home.

Selection of Lego botanicals sets in a real garden setting, with soil and plant pots

I've hand-picked the best Lego Botanicals sets for Mother's Day, from spiky succulents to cheerful sunflowers

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Lego's Botanicals range has bloomed to include plants of all kinds, and your mom's favorite is almost certainly included.

Three affordable drones

The best DJI Lito alternatives — including 'your best first drone', and one serious curve-ball option

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Whether you're a US shopper hamstrung by the DJI ban, or a UK buyer looking to explore your options, these are the affordable drones to consider.

Writer using the Shark Detect Pro on a deep carpeted floor

Is it just me, or are modern vacuums are getting heavier? These are the best ultra-light vacuums that don't require biceps of steel

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

I've tested dozens of vacuum cleaners, and these are the lightweight models that won't let you down.

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