Articles by Ruth Hamilton, Homes Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in air (vacuum cleaners, robovacs, fans and air purifiers), and hair (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). She has been in consumer journalism since 2020, reviewing and writing about everything from outdoor kit to mattresses and wellness gadgets, with stints on Tom's Guide and T3 before joining TechRadar. Before that, she worked on various design titles, in print and online.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

iRobot is overhauling its robovac range, and for the first time in years I'm excited about a new Roomba

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 March 25

Rotating mop pads, heated docks, and – at last! – LiDAR. iRobot is finally catching up with the competition.

Dyson vacuums have one big problem and I don't understand why

By Ruth Hamilton published 10 March 25

Dyson needs to fix this basic usability issue across its full range, not just the most expensive model.

The Apple MacBook Air next to the Dyson Supersonic R and new AMD GPU

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from the best tech at MWC to Apple's new iPads and MacBooks

By Hamish Hector published 8 March 25

The week's 7 biggest tech stories from MWC, Apple, Meta and more for March 8, 2025.

Three photos of the Dyson Supersonic r hair dryer

Dyson just released a consumer version of its best pro hair dryer, and I can't wait to get my hands on one

By Ruth Hamilton published 6 March 25

Forget about the Supersonic Nural; the Supersonic r is smaller, lighter, and more powerful.

Person holding Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum and Shark Detect Pro cordless

Shark Detect Pro vs PowerDetect: which vacuum is better?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 13 February 25

We run down all the differences between two of Shark's most hi-tech vacuum lines

SwitchBot K10+ Pro Combo robot vacuum and manual vacuum, with dock

The 'world's smallest' robot vacuum is now available in a combo version, but for me it defeats the whole point

By Ruth Hamilton published 11 February 25

The new version adds an integrated stick vacuum for stairs and sofas, but it adds bulk where the selling point was its compact design.

The mopping floorhead of the Dyson V15s Submarine (left) and WashG1 (right)

Dyson WashG1 vs V15s Detect Submarine: which of Dyson's mops should you buy?

By Ruth Hamilton published 8 February 25

The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine and WashG1 can both mop your floors, but which is a better choice? We explain the differences to help you choose.

A person holding the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine

Dyson V15s Detect Submarine review: does Dyson's only vacuum-mop sink or swim?

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 6 February 25

It cleans well and is a good space-saving solution, but the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine has flaws that need to be fixed.

Shark Handheld Cordless Vacuum against a green and blue background

The best handheld vacuum 2025: compact vacs for quick clean-ups

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 4 February 25

Make light work of everyday messes with one of the best handheld vacuums on sale today.

Turns out Dyson's new handheld vacuum is a decade-old V8 without its wand, and I feel cheated

By Ruth Hamilton published 4 February 25

If you already have a Dyson stick vacuum, you'll be sorely disappointed.

I've been hunting for a wet-floor cleaner that can actually clean to the edges of rooms, and Dreame might have just come up with a solution

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 January 25

The new Dreame H15 Pro is impressively maneuverable for a wet-dry cleaner, and packs some innovative smart features.

Dyson Car+Boat handheld being used in a car

The Dyson handheld vacuum I've been waiting for is finally here, and it looks set to blow all other handheld vacs out of the water

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 29 January 25

The newly launched, dinky Dyson Car+Boat solves many the problems I have with handheld vacuums.

Dyson Digital Slim cordless vacuum in various different cleaning modes

What is the Dyson Digital Slim vacuum, and should I buy one?

By Ruth Hamilton published 26 January 25

The Dyson Digital Slim has appeared on the market, but it's not a flagship model. Here's what you need to know about Dyson's new streamlined, budget-friendly cordless vacuum.

Shark Stratos vs PowerDetect vacuum cleaners

Shark Stratos vs PowerDetect vacuums: what's the difference?

By Ruth Hamilton published 25 January 25

We break down the differences between Shark's PowerDetect and Stratos vacuum cleaners, to help you figure out which oil the best choice for you.

Dreame X50 Ultra Complete robot vacuum lifting up as it approaches a step

I just saw Dreame's new robot vacuum with feet, and I'm ready to throw out my Roborock

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 January 25

This tech-packed bot has convinced me that Dreame is the robovac brand to watch.

Dyson Airwrap's dreamy new colorways might finally tip me over into buying one

By Ruth Hamilton published 22 January 25

Dyson's hair tools have finally had a luxe makeover to fit their premium price tags.

Close up of camera on iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max (left) and close up of LiDAR navigation puck on Roborock robot vacuum

LiDAR vs vSLAM: which robot vacuum navigation technology is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 16 January 25

vSLAM and LiDAR will both help your robovac find its way around, but one is better than the other.

EcoAir Anti-Covid AVS in a room with people

Forget air purifiers – the world’s first ‘air sterilizer’ is here, and it claims to instantly inactivate Covid, cold, and flu particles

By Ruth Hamilton published 15 January 25

Traditional purifiers simply capture virus particles; the EcoAir AVS eliminates them with heat.

Robot vacuum with legs (left), one carrying a tray of food (centre) and one with a robotic arm (right)

Tiny feet, bionic arms, and bots that can deliver a sandwich – 6 weird and wonderful robot vacuum innovations from CES 2025

By Ruth Hamilton published 11 January 25

CES just proved that robot vacuums can do more than clean your floors.

Why a dehumidifier is your secret weapon for a cosy home with lower heating bills this winter

By Ruth Hamilton published 10 January 25

Plus, tips for choosing a cost-effective model.

CES 2025 live: all the latest news from the world's biggest tech show

By Mark Wilson last updated 10 January 25

CES 2025 is now well underway and we're live at the show – here's all of the latest tech news.

Narwal’s new robovac will moonwalk your floors to get even the thickest carpets clean

By Ruth Hamilton published 8 January 25

CES 2025 The Narwal Flow has a novel way of getting deep into those carpet fibers.

Levoit’s new pet-parent air purifier will switch on the fans when it senses your dog is being stinky

By Ruth Hamilton published 7 January 25

CES 2025 It's enough to give poor flatulent Fido a complex.

This robot vacuum can also bring you a sandwich, and it might be the greatest gadget we've seen yet at CES

By Ruth Hamilton published 7 January 25

CES 2025 The SwitchBot K20+ Pro does everything you want a robot vacuum to do, plus several more things you don't.

Eat your heart out Daleks: Dreame's newest robovac can climb stairs

By Ruth Hamilton published 7 January 25

CES 2025 The search for ways to get robot vacuums over tall thresholds reaches inevitable conclusion as Dreame launches bot with tiny mechanical legs.

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