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

Three pairs of affordable headphones

Hunting for a pair of headphones that won't break the bank? These sub-$70 / £65 pairs all punch above their price tag

By Ruth Hamilton Published

These are the affordable headphones and earbuds actually worth buying.

Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000 robot lawn mower

5 questions to ask before choosing a robot lawn mower, according to a lawnbot exec

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Lawnbots can be confusing — here's a simple way to narrow down your options, so you end up with the right model for you.

Shark Handheld Cordless Vacuum against a green and blue background

Best handheld vacuums 2026: powerful portable cleaners for every home

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

Whether you're tackling sofa crumbs, pet hair or dirt in the car, these are the handheld vacuums we'd recommend for fast, fuss-free clean-ups.

Dyson Ball Animal upright vacuum cleaner

I've tested almost every Dyson vacuum – these are my top recommendations for a range of different customers

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

Your guide to the best Dyson vacuums for a range of budgets and needs.

the Dreame R20 over purple background

The best vacuum for hardwood floors 2026: The best picks for every home

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

Not every vacuum is built for hardwood floors. We've tested dozens to find the ones that are.

A selection of DJI cameras in the hands of reviewers

Which DJI camera should I buy? Here's our essential guide to your options, including the results of our in-depth testing

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Wondering whether to go Osmo Action or Pocket, or shake it up with a Nano? Here's what you need to know.

Three different power packs

Heading to a festival? These are the best power packs to keep your devices juiced up

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Big and small power banks to keep you connected at festivals this summer.

Three different fans

On the hunt for the perfect fan? We've tested dozens of different models, and these are our top scorers

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The pedestal, tower, desktop and handheld fans that blew our testers away, and will help you keep your cool when things start to hot up.

Three different Quechua tents, with people in and around them

I've been hunting for the perfect festival blackout tent — here are 9 easy-pitch options I'd happily stumble back to

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Blackout fabric won't just block the 5am light — it'll also stop your tent from turning into an oven.

Philips Hue Essential bulb next to Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance bulb, both on dimmest setting

Are the Philips Hue Essential bulbs actually any good? Here's what you need to know about the smart light brand's budget range

By Ruth Hamilton Published

They're certainly cheaper, but are the affordable Philips Hue Essential lights a false economy? Here's our take.

Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer AF300UK

Which Ninja air fryer should I buy? Here are our personal favorites — plus top tips on how to choose

By Ruth Hamilton Published

From Foodi to Crispi to Double Stack, Ninja is not short of air fryer options — here's how to figure out which model is right for you.

Three different travel charging options

I've been hunting for the best travel charging gadgets to avoid low-battery stress on vacation — here are my top recommendations

By Ruth Hamilton Published

These are the power packs, MagSafe chargers and multi-port stations that'll be keeping my devices juiced up on my travels.

Three pairs of over-ear headphones

We've tested 28 pairs of headphones this year — these are our favorite over-ears, from budget to blowout

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Including a standout budget pair that manages to be both better and cheaper than its predecessors.

Three different Lego sets — a Dungeons and Dragons set, a Harry Potter Gringotts set, and a Mona Lisa set

10 Lego sets I can't believe are retiring soon — including one of the best Harry Potter kits, and an art masterpiece

By Ruth Hamilton Published

We're about to wave goodbye to some absolute classics.

Two different Philips hue switches and an Essential bulb

The best Philips Hue accessories: 6 low-cost, big impact gadgets to upgrade your smart lighting setup

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Smart bulbs are only the beginning; these are the affordable Philips Hue accessories our editors swear by.

Close up of Dreo fan head

This shapeshifting Dreo fan can be a pedestal fan, a desktop fan or an air circulator — I made full use of its extensive customization options in the recent heatwave

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The Dreo Smart TurboPoly 765S is one versatile fan.

Three different laptops

Searching for the perfect cheap laptop to take to college? Here are our top recommendations — all tried and tested by our computing experts

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Any of these affordable laptops would a make stellar study buddy at college or university.

Kindle Paperwhite and Colorsoft ereaders

Should I buy a Kindle Colorsoft or a Paperwhite? Here's what you need to know to make your decision

By Ruth Hamilton Published

This cheatsheet runs through the key similarities, differences and use cases for each ereader range.

2 Comments
LG Sound Suite H7 soundbar setup under TV

In the market for a soundbar? These are the best we've tested in 2026, including a model that delivers 'phenomenal rumbling bass'

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Whether you're after 'exceptional power, precision and detail', or just want to be able to hear the dialogue properly, we've tested a soundbar that fits the bill.

A SwitchBot bot, Hue light bulb and Blink security cam

7 cheap smart home devices our editors use and love — handy gadgets to upgrade your home for under $50 / £50

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Smart home kit doesn't have to cost a fortune — these gadgets make a big difference on a small budget.

The Honor MagicPad 4 being used on a flight.

I've been on the hunt for the perfect tablet to travel with — here are the 5 models at the top of my wishlist

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Portable, bump-proof, and with long battery life to keep you entertained during journeys and down-time.

The top of a Dyson HushJet Mini Cool fan next to a hand holding the Oppo Find X9 Ultra, next to two hands holding a Sony A7R VI

The best tech of 2026 so far — the 21 finest gadgets we've tested this year

By Mark Wilson Published

TechRadar has spent days testing 639 products across phones, TVs, laptops, cameras, smartwatches and more in 2026. These are the best ones we've reviewed so far this year.

2 Comments
A pair of gaming headphones, phone and speaker

What are 2026's 5-star tech products for far? Here are the 25+ products that earned top marks in our tough hands-on testing

By Ruth Hamilton Published

These are the gadgets that have aced our tough TR tests this year.

Pizza ovens in use outside

Gas vs wood pizza oven: the differences you need to know, plus our top oven recommendations

By Ruth Hamilton Published

I'm a firm fan of pizza ovens — if you're thinking of buying one, here's how to choose.

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

The best Dyson Airwrap dupes: affordable alternatives, tried and tested

By Ruth Hamilton Last updated

We round up the best Airwrap dupes for creating salon-worthy style without the hefty price tag.

Other versions of this page are available with specific content for the following regions: