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Lavazza Assoluta coffee machine with drink and two bags of coffee

The Lavazza Assoluta is a quirky coffee machine that adjusts its own settings to suit your beans

By Cat Ellis published

If you don't mind sticking with Lavazza's own beans, the Assoluta will deliver consistently well-extracted coffee every morning.

Coffee Machines
Writer holding two cordless stick vacuums, with 6 more resting on a sofa, and a carpeted panel on the floor

The best cordless vacuum 2025

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

I tested cordless vacuums from Dyson, Shark, Dreame and more against each other to find the supreme clean machine.

Vacuums
The circular screen on the front of the TP09 shows the current Formaldehyde reading.

The best air purifier 2025: 8 powerful purifiers, tried and tested by experts

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

We've rounded up the most effective air purifiers around, for a range of room sizes and budgets.

Air Quality
Dreame R20 vacuum floorhead with headlamps lit up

The best vacuum cleaner 2025

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Updated No matter your budget or cleaning needs, one of these will be the perfect vacuum for you.

Updated
Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum clearing dog hair from a carpet

I've tested dozens of vacuums, and these are hands-down the best at cleaning pet hair

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

These vacuums had no trouble pulling pet hair from carpets and furniture, and some are especially good for allergy-sufferers, too.

Vacuums
Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x multi-styler

What is the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x and how is it better than the Airwrap?

By Ruth Hamilton published

Is Dyson's shiny – and pricey – new styler worth splashing out on? Here's everything you need to know.

Hair Care
Bread

This foldable-bread-proofer-meets-slow-cooker is my new favorite kitchen gadget

By Hamish Hector published

My new favorite kitchen tech has helped me start baking again, and I couldn't be more excited.

Small Appliances
The Gaggia Classic E24 Evo Pro in front of a pink background with a slatted wooden panel.

Gaggia Classic E24 Evo Pro review: a dream espresso machine for delivering consistent caffeine hits

By Josh Russell published

I tested the Gaggia Classic E24 Evo Pro, and it’s unlocked a whole new world of easy espresso and super-consistent cappuccino

Coffee Machines
Tester using the Shark Freestyle Pro cordless upright vacuum on a carpet panel

This cordless upright vacuum blends power and portability – it's perfect for small homes

By Alex Temblador published

The Shark Freestyle Max is nimble, very affordable, and packs a punch when it comes to cleaning power – just watch out for the short battery life.

Vacuums
Dyson V11 stick vacuum

I re-tested the Dyson V11 for 2025, and while it lacks cutting-edge features, its cleaning powers are still absolutely superb

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Don't write off the V11 just because it's a bit older – this cordless stick vacuum is a whizz on carpet and great with pet hair.

Vacuums
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