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Detail shots of three different robot lawn mowers

Lawnbots are going places in 2026 — these are the 3 big trends to look for

By Ruth Hamilton published

Robot lawn mowers are getting a whole lot more capable — this looks like the year they'll finally go truly mainstream.

Small Appliances
Split image of Nespresso capsule in coffee maker, coffee maker dispensing coffee, and macchiato on coffee maker drip tray

I test coffee makers for a living, and these are my top 3 recommended coffee pod machines – from Nespresso and more

By Cat Ellis published

Choosing coffee pods doesn't have to mean settling for sub-par espresso. Here are the three capsule machines I recommend for your kitchen.

Coffee Machines
Split image of rice cooker control panel, cooked brown rice, and rice cooker on kitchen counter

Looking for a rice cooker? I test kitchen tech for a living, and these are my 3 recommendations for perfectly fluffy results

By Cat Ellis published

The best rice cookers give consistently great results with any grain – and a lot more besides.

Multi Cookers
Dyson PencilVac (left) and Narwal dupe (right)

Dyson's PencilVac only just went on sale, but there's already a dupe on its way — here's what we know about Narwal's ultra-slim vacuum

By Ruth Hamilton published

Narwal promises longer runtimes and more suction power – but I'm skeptical it can deliver.

Vacuums
Nutribullet Flex blender with fruit on kitchen counter

I tested the Nutribullet Flex portable blender: a lightweight, convenient companion for smoothies on the go

By Vic Hood published

A compact blender that delivers silky, tasty smoothies and blended drinks at an affordable price

Juicers & Blenders
Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker on counter with carafe removed, cup of coffee and small plant

Your Fellow coffee maker has a secret video game hidden in its interface – here's how to play it

By Cat Ellis published

Fellow makes serious coffee equipment, but its designers have still found room for a little fun.

Coffee Machines

Tineco shared its vision for smart modern living at CES 2026, and you’ll never be this excited for spring cleaning season again

By Sponsored published

Sponsor Content Created With Tineco

Tineco is revolutionizing cleaning in 2026

Vacuums
Split image of Nespresso pod in coffee maker, cup of coffee, and Nespresso pods on kitchen counter

Got a Nespresso machine? You need to try these 3 delicious coffee pods right now – while you still can

By Cat Ellis published

Add these three exciting flavours to your next order – you won't regret it.

Coffee Machines
Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa coffee maker with coffee capsules and plant on kitchen counter

Lavazza A Modo Mio Deséa review: exceptional espresso, but cappuccinos aren't quite as good

By Cat Ellis published

This little capsule coffee maker is whisper-quiet and compact enough to find a home in even the smallest kitchen, but its milk system holds it back.

Coffee Machines
Lavazza A Modo Mio Smeg coffee maker on kitchen counter with espresso cups, box of coffee pods, and plant

I tested the compact coffee maker that blends Smeg’s style with Lavazza’s coffee-roasting expertise

By Cat Ellis published

This chic espresso machine isn't the cheapest capsule coffee maker around, but it's definitely one of the best.

Coffee Machines
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