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

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

Recommended

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.

Dyson V8 Cyclone cordless stick vacuum
Dyson V8 Cyclone review: a simple stick vac with an affordable price and some serious cleaning power

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Recommended

The Dyson V8 Cyclone looks underwhelming, but it aced all my cleaning tests.

Woman using Dyson hair styler in Amber Silk colorway
Dyson's champagne-inspired Airwrap colorway is the classiest festive limited edition I've ever seen

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Amber Silk the latest elegant theme to join Dyson's haircare range.

Person using Roborock F25 Ace Combo mop in a home with dogs running around
What is a wet-and-dry vacuum, and do I actually need one?

By Derek Adams Published

For certain households, a wet-dry vacuum can be a game-changer – here's what to expect, plus alternatives to consider.

Henry Quick Corded vacuum cleaner
I've been using a corded vacuum for two weeks, and it's made me wonder whether modern cordless stick vacs really are the best option

By Ruth Hamilton Published

When did everyone get together and decide all modern vacuums needed to be exactly the same?

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The Dyson Cool CF1 is facing slightly to the right on a table top in front of a leafy green plant and a pink wall. The remote control is on the table to the right of the fan.
'It drags air in from the rest of the room': Dyson engineer explains what makes its bladeless fans so powerful

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Dyson is a master at moving air – here's how they do it.

Person holding Dyson V16 and Gen5detect vacuums
Dyson V16 Piston Animal vs Gen5detect: which of Dyson's most expensive vacuums is better?

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Here's how the Dyson V16 Piston Animal and Gen5detect compare for cleaning power, ease of use and value for money.

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Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless stick vacuum
Dyson is about to unveil auto-empty docks for its stick vacs – here's why it could be a game changer

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Dyson is hopping on the auto-empty bandwagon, and I'm not mad about it.

Dyson V15 Detect vs Gen5detect vacuum cleaners
Dyson V15 Detect vs Gen5detect: which is the better vacuum?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

I tested two of Dyson's most capable, expensive cordless vacuums side by side – here's what I learned.

Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless stick vacuum being used on a rug in a living room
Dyson V16 Piston Animal review: a powerful vacuum let down by a poorly designed floorhead

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

The V16 Piston Animal boasts tons of useful features, but the new floorhead isn't one of them.

Close up of screen on Dyson V16 Piston Animal cordless stick vacuum, showing that it's in Auto mode
Dyson's new flagship vacuum knows exactly what kind of floor it's on and adapts to save you battery – here's how it works

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The V16 Piston Animal delivers more thorough cleaning without wasting any battery.

Dyson V16 Piston Animal, Gen5detect and V15 Detect on a sofa
I tested the cleaning powers of Dyson's new flagship vacuum against two older models, and I couldn't believe the results

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The V16 Piston Animal has the more impressive suction specs, but the test results tell a different story.

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Dyson V8 Cyclone vacuum
"If you change the format, you change a huge amount": Dyson engineer on why the revamped V8 vacuum has an old-school design

By Ruth Hamilton Published

I chatted to an engineer about how they chose what got updated, and what didn't, for the new V8 Cyclone.

Eufy Omni S2 with scent capsule
Eufy's new robot vacuum will make your home smell like a spa, and it's the cleaning appliance-fragrance plugin crossover I've been waiting for

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The Omni S2 sucks up your dust and leaves a fresh scent in its wake.

Close up of screen on Submarine version of Dyson V16 Pistol vacuum
There's a new Dyson vacuum-mop combo – and I can't believe this big problem hasn't been fixed

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The V16 Piston Animal Submarine could be great, but I'm worried it's going to fail in the same way as its predecessor.

Tineco Floor One S9 Scientist wet-and-dry vacuum
Tineco’s new wet-dry vac has a built-in squeegee so your floors won’t end up slippery

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Wave goodbye to too-wet floors.

Dyson V8 vacuum cleaner in use
Confused by Dyson's vacuum names? Me too – so I asked a Dyson engineer to explain

By Ruth Hamilton Published

"Relevant towards the technology but sometimes not the most coherent."

LUBA mini AWD LiDAR robot mower on a demo lawn
This new robot mower switches between LiDAR, RTK and cameras to make sure it never gets lost

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Mammotion's latest lawnbot can handle shade, poor satellite signal, and yards filled with obstructions.

A sign of the IFA logo, with the Messe Berlin complex in the background
Best of IFA 2025 awards – our 15 favorite tech reveals at the show, from next-gen TVs to stair-climbing robo-vacs

By Matt Bolton Published

From hybrid gaming laptops to AI home robots to elite turntables, IFA in Berlin saw tech innovations of all kinds.

Dreame Cyber10 Ultra robot vacuum with mechanical arm
I just watched a robot vacuum pick up a brush and sweep in a corner, and this might be the future of cleaning

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Right now, Dreame's bot cleans with all the enthusiasm of a sleep-deprived teen, but the idea has tons of potential.

Eufy MarsWalker and Dreame Cyber X
I've seen two game-changing stair-climbing robot vacs in action – there's one clear winner in the race to the top

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The Eufy MarsWalker and Dreame Cyber X both have modules that enable them to move between floors.

Dyson HushJet Purifier Compact air purifier (left) and a close up of the internal filters
Dyson just launched its first desktop air purifier, and it's inspired by a jet engine – but thankfully it's a lot quieter

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The new HushJet Purifier Compact uses a completely different format to previous Dyson air purifiers.

Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai robot vacuum
I've just seen Dyson's surprise new robot vacuum, and it looks great... but why is it so enormous?

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The new Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai checks many of the the boxes missed by the disappointing 360 Vis Nav.

Dyson V8 Cyclone vacuum
Dyson just released the vacuum we actually wanted – an upgraded V8 that costs basically the same as the original

By Ruth Hamilton Published

After a Dyson vacuum at a price that doesn't make you want to cry? The V8 Cylone is it.

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Dyson V16 Piston Animal stick vacuum cleaner
There's finally a new flagship Dyson, and it solves all my biggest problems with stick vacuums

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The Dyson V16 Piston Animal has a range of features other brands will be scrabbling to copy.

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