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

Close up of navigation puck and buttons on Roborock Q5 Pro+ robot vacuum

7 things I wish I'd known before getting my first robot vacuum

By Ruth Hamilton published 3 May 25

In 14 months of testing robovacs, here are the most important things I've learned.

Man using FlexBreeze Pro Mist fan on a tennis court (left) and a couple using the fan on a camping trip

Shark goes for broke and straps a water tank onto its latest fan so it can blast you with cool mist all day

By Ruth Hamilton published 30 April 25

The FlexBreeze Pro Mist will envelope you in a cooling cloud, and I can't think of anything more refreshing.

The best Dyson vacuum cleaner 2025: maneuverable, powerful cleaners

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 29 April 25

Buying Guide You guide to the best Dyson vacuums for every need and budget – tried, tested and compared by experienced reviewers.

iRobot just launched a new 'flagship' Roomba, but it's less impressive than its existing models – and I'm confused

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 April 25

The new Roomba Max 705 Vac looks very capable, but I'm struggling to get excited about it.

6 ways to extend the life of your Dyson Airwrap

By Ruth Hamilton published 23 April 25

Top tips to make your Airwrap last as long as possible, plus sustainable options for what to do if you need to replace yours.

Reviewer having her hair done with a Dyson Airwrap i.d. in a salon

How to get your Airwrap curls to hold, plus more top tips for getting the most from your Dyson multi-styler

By Ruth Hamilton published 21 April 25

I had my hair done by a celeb stylist – here's what he taught me about how to use the Dyson Airwrap the right way.

Dyson Gen5detect vacuum (left) vs Shark PowerDetect Cordless vacuum (right)

Shark PowerDetect Cordless vs Dyson Gen5detect: which brand's range-topping vacuum cleaner is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 18 April 25

I tested Shark and Dyson's most expensive vacuums side-by-side – here's what I found out.

Henry's new supersized, heavy duty vacuums make standard stick vacs look like children's toys

By Ruth Hamilton published 15 April 25

Two new gargantuan Henry vacuums are ready to suck up everything in sight – including DIY waste.

Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer (left) and Airwrap (right)

Dyson Supersonic vs Airwrap: do I need both?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 15 April 25

Two ultra-popular tools, but both pretty pricey – I've tested both, so which one should you buy?

This curling wand looks like a drill and I'm not sure if it's dumb or genius

By Ruth Hamilton published 14 April 25

MDLondon has reinvented the curling wand, and if it actually works it could be a game-changer.

Dyson Airwrap i.d. with conical airwrap barrel attached

Dyson Airwrap i.d. review: a major upgrade on the original

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 April 25

Recommended

The 2024 Airwrap i.d. might look like its predecessor, but that extra button on the front is the key to effortless curls.

SwitchBot K10+ Pro robot vacuum with Big Savings graphic next to it

This pint-sized but powerful robovac is perfect for small homes – and it just dropped to less than half price

By Ruth Hamilton published 8 April 25

The dinky SwitchBot can navigate tight spaces, and the dock won't dominate your living room either.

Bagless Dyson V8 (left) and bagged Gtech ProLite (right) vacuums

Bagged vs bagless vacuums: which is best for you?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 7 April 25

We run down the differences between bagged and bagless vacuum cleaners, to help you choose which one to buy.

Roborock Saros 10 robot vacuum in its dock, in reviewer's home

Roborock Saros 10 review: a game-changer for getting under the sofa

By Ruth Hamilton published 5 April 25

This robot vacuum has a retractible navigation puck that lets it venture places taller bots can't. Here's my review.

Segway Navimow X3 series being demoed on a lawn

Segway's new lawnbots mow at super-speed and can tackle lawns bigger than football fields

By Ruth Hamilton published 2 April 25

The new Navimow X3 series robot lawn mowers are designed to mow palatial lawns without getting lost or running out of power.

Remember the Shark fan that spits on you to keep you cool? Now it has a portable sibling for on-the-go misting

By Ruth Hamilton published 1 April 25

With the FlexBreeze HydroGo, you'll never have to be without your own personal wind (and mist) machine again.

Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra in reviewer's home

I tried Samsung's pricey new AI vacuum, and I now know there's no need for an AI-powered vacuum to exist

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 March 25

The Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra is designed to be able to tell the difference between a mat and a carpet... but why?

Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra next to Dyson Gen5detect in reviewer's home

Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra vs Dyson Gen5detect: which premium stick vacuum is a better buy?

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 March 25

I tested Dyson and Samsung's priciest vacuums side-by-side – here's how they match up

Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra review: an excellent cleaner, let down by unnecessary AI features

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 March 25

The Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra cleans extremely well and the dock is ultra-convenient, but I'm not sold on those AI features.

Dreame vacuum floorhead with Lowest Price graphic overlaid

My favorite affordable cordless stick vacuum just dropped to a historic low price, and if I didn't already have 5 vacuums at home I'd buy one immediately

By Ruth Hamilton published 25 March 25

If I didn't already have 5 vacuums at home, I'd immediately buy one of these.

Miele Guard L1 Comfort XL cyclinder vacuum

I've been patiently waiting for the newest vacuum tech to make its way into cylinder vacuums, and Miele has finally delivered

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 March 25

Miele is bringing cylinder vacuums into the modern age at last, with new auto-adjusting, app-connected model.

Dreame D9 Max Gen 2 robot vacuum in front of fireplace in reviewer's home

Dreame D9 Max Gen 2 review: a budget-friendly robot vacuum that actually does as it's told

By Ruth Hamilton published 15 March 25

Great Value

The Dreame D9 Max vacuums well, follows instructions, and is a solid budget buy.

The best Dyson Airwrap dupes 2025: affordable alternatives, tried and tested

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 14 March 25

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

Shark FlexStyle in reviewer's home, with auto-wrap barrel attached and oval brush and diffuser sat behind it

Shark FlexStyle review: a versatile multi-styler to rival the Airwrap

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 14 March 25

The Shark FlexStyle is versatile and comfortable to use, but a few attachments fell flat for us.

iRobot's understated new fleet of Roombas nails what I actually want from a robot vacuum

By Ruth Hamilton published 14 March 25

While other brands are busy attaching arms to their robovacs, iRobot's understated innovations are more genuinely useful.

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