Ruth Hamilton

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

Hoover HW3 in its dock in reviewer's kitchen

This budget-friendly, wet-and-dry vacuum's cleaning powers that are right up there with the premium models I've tested

By Ruth Hamilton published

Great Value

The Hoover HW3 tackles liquid and solid spills with ease, and while it isn't the fanciest wet-dry vacuum around, it's brilliant at the basics.

Three Dyson fans

Help! All the Dyson fans look exactly the same – which one should I buy?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

An at-a-glance rundown of your options, so you don't end up with the wrong fan (or fan-purifier, or fan-purifier-heater) for your needs.

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.

Dyson V8 Extra, V10 Cyclone, V11 Advanced, Supersonic, Airwrap and Purifier on a Prime Day deal header

Amazon Prime Day is officially over, but there are some big Dyson deals still available – here are the best bargains

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

These are the best Dyson discounts on everything from Airwraps and Supersonic dryers to hi-tech vacuums and bladeless fans.

Person holding a Shark FlexStyle, with Don't Miss graphic

This Prime Day, ignore the Airwrap deals and grab this bargain Shark FlexStyle instead – your bank account will thank you

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

I've tested a bunch of multi-styler tools, and the FlexStyle is the one I always recommend to styling enthusiasts on a tighter budget.

Dyson Airwrap i.d. with Big Savings graphic overlaid

I'm obsessed with my Dyson Airwrap i.d., and it just dropped to a new lowest-ever price

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

The Dyson Airwrap i.d. creates perfect curls with zero effort or expertise – this deal is well worth snapping up.

Roborock Q7 M5 robot vacuum in tester's home

Are cheap robot vacuums worth it? I've tested bots at all price points, and here's my take

By Ruth Hamilton published

Pricing in the robot vacuum market ranges massively, and figuring out what you actually need to spend can be tricky.

Dyson V11 vacuum with Big Savings graphic

The V11 is the Dyson cordless vacuum you should buy this Prime Day – it's incredible value for money

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

I've tested almost every Dyson vacuum and picked through all the deals – this is the deal you should buy this Prime Day.

Corded vacuums next to a TechRadar Prime day logo

The best corded vacuum deals in the Prime Day sales – save money without compromising on cleaning performance

By Ruth Hamilton published

Corded vacuums tend to deliver better suction and last longer overall – here are 6 outstanding discounts on corded vacuums.

Person holding two cordless Shark vacuums, with Big savings graphic overlaid

Forget Black Friday, tons of Shark vacuums are down to their lowest-ever price for Prime Day – here are the 10 best deals to buy

By Ruth Hamilton published

Prime Day is delivering some seriously strong price cuts on clever cordless stick vacuums, wallet-friendly corded vacs, and powerful uprights.

Numatic Henry Quick in reviewer's home

Henry Quick Corded review: a robust vacuum that punches above its price tag

By Ruth Hamilton published

Great Value

The Henry Quick Corded is sturdy, straightforward and great value for money.

Dreame Miracle Pro hair dryer emitting a mist of essence

Dreame's new hair dryer will mist your locks with nourishing essence and give your roots a boost with red light – it's like a spa for your head

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Dreame's new hair dryer is like a spa for your head, with red light therapy and a nourishing mister, as well as AI features.

Shark Depuffi in use on two models' faces

Shark just launched two new gadgets designed to suck the gunk from your face and leave you glowing

By Ruth Hamilton published

The FacialPro Glow kit uses special formulas, a suction nozzle, and hot/cold plates to make your skin look good as new.

Photo showing the Dreame Matrix10 Ultra's dock with the door open, revealing three sets of different mop pads

I'm equal parts impressed and intimidated by this new robovac's vending machine-style mopping setup

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Dreame Matrix10 Ultra lets you keep your bathroom cleaning kit separate from your kitchen cleaning kit.

SwitchBot K11+ in its dock

SwitchBot K11+ review: a tiny but mighty robot vacuum for small homes

By Ruth Hamilton published

The K11+ is a shrunk-down robot vacuum that packs a decent vacuuming punch – just don't bother with the 'mopping'.

Hair Screw tool on Dyson Gen5 Detect vacuum cleaner

Dyson vacuum cleaner tools guide: what each tool does, and which ones you need

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Dyson makes a wide range of useful tools to go with its vacuums; here's a run-down of what each one does.

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?

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 Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum and Shark Detect Pro cordless

I've tested a whole load of Shark vacuums, and these are the 3 I'd buy with my own money

By Ruth Hamilton published

Each of these models will suit a slightly different customer, but they're all excellent.

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.

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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