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

The best cordless vacuum 2025: tested and recommended by experts

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 3 July 25

Our experts have tested the best cordless vacuums for convenient, flexible cleaning. Here are our top picks from Shark, Dyson, Samsung and more.

The Shark Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Vacuum cleaning a rug

A cleaning expert reveals how often you should really be vacuuming your floors – and it's not as bad as I feared

By Ruth Hamilton published 3 July 25

How often do you really need to vacuum your carpets, upholstery, or hard floor? I got the definitive answers, from a cleaning veteran.

Dyson's next-gen Airwrap is smaller, lighter, and more powerful, but it's the new straightening attachment that really turned my head

By Ruth Hamilton published 1 July 25

There's a new Airwrap in town, and it's not just for creating curls.

Dyson Gen5detect (left) next to the Gen5outsize vacuum

Dyson has a supersized version of its most advanced vacuum – here are all the differences between the Gen5detect and Gen5outsize

By Ruth Hamilton published 28 June 25

The Gen5detect has a bigger dust cup and wider floorhead, but it's not necessarily the superior choice.

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

I tested 3 Airwrap dupes, and I'm more convinced than ever that Dyson's styler is the GOAT

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 27 June 25

When it comes to effortless styling without the heat damage, Dyson has the market wrapped up.

Dyson Ball Animal upright vacuum cleaner

Can't decide which Dyson vacuum is right for you? Here are the models I'd recommend for 5 different use cases

By Ruth Hamilton published 25 June 25

Tailored recommendations for big homes, small homes, pets, hard floors, and carpet.

Dyson Supersonic r and Supersonic Nural hair dryers, in reviewer's bathroom

I tested two of the priciest Dyson hair dryers on the market against one another in the ultimate head-to-head – here's what I learned

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 June 25

In a dry-off between the Dyson Supersonic r vs Supersonic Nural, the cheaper one came out on top.

Person using Roborock F25 Ace Combo mop in a home with dogs running around

I've only been using it a day, but I can already tell this wet-and-dry vacuum combo is going to be a pet-owner's new best friend

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 June 25

When it comes to tackling pet hair and muddy prints, this wet-and-dry vacuum is pawsome.

Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum in its auto-empty base

Vacuum cleaner brands are starting to embrace this feature – I used to think it was pointless, but now I've changed my mind

By Ruth Hamilton published 19 June 25

I used to think self-empty docks for cordless vacs were a lazy person's luxury – now I think they can be invaluable.

Dyson just made the world's slimmest vacuum cleaner – and after trying it out, I can never go back to a regular stick vac

By Ruth Hamilton published 18 June 25

It's the most fun I've had cleaning the floor.

Mammotion Yuka Mini robot lawn mower in reviewer's yard

I tried setting up my first lawnbot and the experience nearly broke me – these are the mistakes I made that you need to avoid

By Ruth Hamilton published 16 June 25

BRB, off to throw my robot mower in the neighbor's pond.

Samsung’s terrible new battery icon proves Apple made the right call with Liquid Glass

By Jamie Richards published 14 June 25

Samsung’s new battery icon is confusingly vague and hard to recognize, which has made me appreciate Apple's recent iOS design changes even more

Three of the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair, on a green background

The best vacuum for pet hair 2025: keep fur and dander under control

By Tom May last updated 13 June 25

Keep your home fur-free with the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair.

We tested the best fans on the market – here are the models that came out on top

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 13 June 25

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

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

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 10 June 25

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

Shark WandVac car vacuum on a pink background

The best car vacuum 2025: lightweight vacs to keep your car spotless

By Jim McCauley last updated 9 June 25

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

Shark Detect Pro Cordless vacuum against an aqua and blue background

The best vacuum for hardwood floors 2025: gentle but effective vacuums for hard floors

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 6 June 25

We test dozens of vacuums each year – these are the models that performed best on hardwood floors.

Dyson's new hair dryer is a feat of engineering – but there's one annoying design feature you need to know about if you're thinking of buying one

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 May 25

Thinking of buying a Supersonic r? Check your plug outlets first.

The original Dyson bladeless fan just got a long-awaited revamp, and it looks better than ever

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 28 May 25

The Dyson Cool CF1 might have taken 16 years to arrive, but a series of welcome upgrades mean it's a force to be reckoned with.

Roborock Q5 Pro+ robovac on blue background

The best budget robot vacuum cleaner 2025: low-effort cleaning at low prices

By Jim McCauley last updated 27 May 25

Budget-friendly but still brilliant robot vacuums to keep your floors clean without spending a fortune.

Segway Navimow X3 series being demoed on a lawn

What is RTK for robot lawn mowers?

By Ruth Hamilton published 27 May 25

Modern lawnbots rely on real-time kinematic positioning to help them navigate accurately – here's how it works.

Alen BreatheSmart 75i in reviewer's home

5 things to look for in an air purifier for hay fever

By Ruth Hamilton published 25 May 25

What makes a good air purifier for seasonal allergies? We asked an expert.

The best hair dryer, the GHD Helios, on a purple background

The best hair dryer 2025: expert tested and approved

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 23 May 25

We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.

The best hair styler 2025: tools to shape, smooth and curl

By Rosie Hilder last updated 23 May 25

Our pick of the best styling tools for a range of hair types and budgets – tried and tested by experts.

Dyson Supersonic r hair dryer in reviewer's hand

Dyson Supersonic r review: an unusual hair dryer that's perfect for precision styling

By Ruth Hamilton published 22 May 25

Recommended

I'm thrilled Dyson has made this professional dryer available to consumers – the back of my head has never looked so good.

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