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

Dyson Supersonic r and Supersonic Nural hair dryers, in reviewer's bathroom

Dyson Supersonic Nural vs Dyson Supersonic r: which ultra-premium dryer is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 June 25

I tested two of the priciest hair dryers on the market against one another in the ultimate head-to-head – here's what I learned.

Person using Roborock F25 Ace Combo mop in a home with dogs running around

I've only been using it a day, but I can already tell this wet-and-dry vacuum combo is going to be a pet-owner's new best friend

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 June 25

When it comes to tackling pet hair and muddy prints, this wet-and-dry vacuum is pawsome.

Dreame R20 cordless vacuum in reviewer's home

Forget Shark and Dyson – this budget-friendly vacuum is just as good, and incredible value for money

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 June 25

When it comes to vacuum cleaners, don't sleep on Dreame.

Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum in its auto-empty base

Vacuum cleaner brands are starting to embrace this feature – I used to think it was pointless, but now I've changed my mind

By Ruth Hamilton published 19 June 25

I used to think self-empty docks for cordless vacs were a lazy person's luxury – now I think they can be invaluable.

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

I've been testing new robovacs for a year – this is my one key tip that could save you money when you buy

By Ruth Hamilton published 19 June 25

Want a hands-off dock? It'll cost you.

Dyson just made the world's slimmest vacuum cleaner – and after trying it out, I can never go back to a regular stick vac

By Ruth Hamilton published 18 June 25

It's the most fun I've had cleaning the floor.

Mammotion Yuka Mini robot lawn mower in reviewer's yard

I tried setting up my first lawnbot and the experience nearly broke me – these are the mistakes I made that you need to avoid

By Ruth Hamilton published 16 June 25

BRB, off to throw my robot mower in the neighbor's pond.

Are Dyson vacuums worth the premium price? After testing most of the leading brands, here's my take

By Ruth Hamilton published 16 June 25

Dyson vacuums are as high-tech as they are pricey – here's my take on whether you should invest in one.

Samsung’s terrible new battery icon proves Apple made the right call with Liquid Glass

By Jamie Richards published 14 June 25

Samsung’s new battery icon is confusingly vague and hard to recognize, which has made me appreciate Apple's recent iOS design changes even more

Three of the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair, on a green background

The best vacuum for pet hair 2025: keep fur and dander under control

By Tom May last updated 13 June 25

Keep your home fur-free with the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair.

Shark WandVac car vacuum on a pink background

The best car vacuum 2025: lightweight vacs to keep your car spotless

By Jim McCauley last updated 9 June 25

Keep your car dust and crumb-free with these powerful, portable car vacuums.

SwitchBot's new robovac has a special hat that turns it into a roving fan, air purifier or security cam

By Ruth Hamilton published 9 June 25

Not content with just cleaning your floors, SwitchBot's latest robovac aims to be a complete, roving home helper.

Hobot S7 Pro window cleaning robot on inside of reviewer's patio door window

Hobot S7 Pro window cleaning robot review: a big help for big windows

By Ruth Hamilton published 7 June 25

This window cleaning robot proved a major effort-saver, but I won't be cancelling Matt the window guy just yet.

Shark Detect Pro Cordless vacuum against an aqua and blue background

The best vacuum for hardwood floors 2025: gentle but effective vacuums for hard floors

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 6 June 25

We test dozens of vacuums each year – these are the models that performed best on hardwood floors.

These new robot lawn mowers use self-driving car tech to navigate

By Ruth Hamilton published 5 June 25

Eufy's robot lawn mowers do away with awkward RTK receivers and rely entirely on cameras for navigation.

Meaco's nifty new portable fan has an easily replaceable battery, so it can keep you cool for many summers to come

By Ruth Hamilton published 4 June 25

This compact addition to Meaco's award-winning Sefte range is built to last.

Dyson's new hair dryer is a feat of engineering – but there's one annoying design feature you need to know about if you're thinking of buying one

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 May 25

Thinking of buying a Supersonic r? Check your plug outlets first.

IKEA now sells affordable heat pumps in even more countries, and is 'actively' looking to launch them in more places

By Ruth Hamilton published 29 May 25

Part of the Swedish brand's commitment to make sustainable solutions more accessible to more people.

The original Dyson bladeless fan just got a long-awaited revamp, and it looks better than ever

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 28 May 25

The Dyson Cool CF1 might have taken 16 years to arrive, but a series of welcome upgrades mean it's a force to be reckoned with.

Roborock Q5 Pro+ robovac on blue background

The best budget robot vacuum cleaner 2025: low-effort cleaning at low prices

By Jim McCauley last updated 27 May 25

Budget-friendly but still brilliant robot vacuums to keep your floors clean without spending a fortune.

Segway Navimow X3 series being demoed on a lawn

What is RTK for robot lawn mowers?

By Ruth Hamilton published 27 May 25

Modern lawnbots rely on real-time kinematic positioning to help them navigate accurately – here's how it works.

Alen BreatheSmart 75i in reviewer's home

5 things to look for in an air purifier for hay fever

By Ruth Hamilton published 25 May 25

What makes a good air purifier for seasonal allergies? We asked an expert.

The best hair dryer, the GHD Helios, on a purple background

The best hair dryer 2025: expert tested and approved

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 23 May 25

We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.

The best hair styler 2025: tools to shape, smooth and curl

By Rosie Hilder last updated 23 May 25

Our pick of the best styling tools for a range of hair types and budgets – tried and tested by experts.

Revlon Pro Collection One Step Dryer and Volumiser review: a budget-friendly and very effective brush dryer

By Vicky Woollaston last updated 22 May 25

Great Value

The Revlon Pro 2-in-1 styler gives you a voluminous, salon-style finish for a decent price.

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