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Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum floorhead with headlamps illuminated
The best Shark vacuum cleaners for every home – tried and tested

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

Whether your priority is powerful suction, a nimble build or advanced features, we've found a Shark vacuum for you.

Vacuums
Shark Flexbreeze pedestal fan and Dreo Pilot Max tower fan
We tested the best fans on the market – these models came out on top

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

12 outstanding pedestal, tower and desk fans to keep you cool when the temperatures rise.

Air Quality
Terra Kaffe Demi coffee maker on kitchen counter
The stunning Terra Caffe Demi brews exceptional coffee with the tap of a button

By Karen Freeman Published

This fun-sized machine couldn't be easier to use, and it brews incredible espresso, coffee, and more.

Coffee Machines
Dyson cooling fan
Dyson's popular bladeless tower fan delivers cool, clean air — and it just dropped to its lowest price yet at Amazon

By Mackenzie Frazier Published

Dyson's premium tower fan, which cools and cleans the air, just got a rare discount on Amazon and is on sale at its lowest price yet.

Air Quality
Shark WandVac car vacuum on a pink background
The best car vacuum: lightweight vacs to keep your car spotless

By Jim McCauley Last updated

Keep your car dust and crumb-free with these powerful, portable car vacuums.

Vacuums
Dyson V11 vacuum being used to clear lentils/rice and dry tea from carpet
The best vacuum for carpet: powerful suction for deep cleaning

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

Keep your home spotless, with minimal effort, by using the best vacuum for carpet.

Vacuums
Selection of air fryers on a kitchen countertop
I'm a home appliances expert, and these are the air fryers I'd recommend for students

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Student-friendly friers — including an ingenious design that uses the same container for cooking, serving and storing, to minimize washing up.

Air Fryers
Split image showing mug of milk foam, milk in electric milk frother, and a latte with a heart on top
The best 3 milk frothers for perfect lattes without the effort

By Cat Ellis Published

Whether you prefer dairy or plant-based milk, an electric milk frother is your shortcut to perfect cappuccinos and lattes.

Coffee Machines
Woman holding red Dyson HushJet Mini Cool Fan
5 alternative uses for your portable fan in between heatwaves

By Cat Ellis Published

Don't toss your fan in a drawer when the temperature eventually starts to drop a little — it can do so much more than just keep you cool.

Air Quality
Split image of coffee beans in hopper, coffee maker dispensing espresso, and control panel on espresso machine showing options for cold brew, espresso, and steam
3 compact espresso machines that will fit in even the smallest kitchen — without sacrificing flavor

By Cat Ellis Published

I test over a dozen coffee makers every year, and these are the 3 best compact models I recommend for cafe-quality espresso every time.

Coffee Machines
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