Kitchen Appliances
Kitchen Appliances advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
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I put Smeg's new standalone air fryer to the 'chip' test – this is what I discovered about this stylish new cooking applianceWill it be a case of style over substance?
By Helen McCue
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Is the Nutribullet Chill really the small-kitchen alternative to the Ninja Creami? My review after testing every single settingI set out to find out if this is the compact ice cream maker to buy right now
By Annie Collyer
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Lakeland just dropped a bean-to-cup coffee machine for under £300 – this Sage lookalike is a stealI think there might be a sellout on the cards
By Molly Cleary
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Smeg has unveiled its first standalone air fryer, and it's a beautyIt's compact, under £200 and has a clever design feature to make your worktop look less cluttered
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja's new air fryer launch doubles down on its most innovative design yetHere's why it's a game-changer for weeknights and meal preppers
By Molly Cleary
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Olivia Attwood has ditched her air fryer and microwave for this clever appliance – ‘It’s just a no-brainer’She told Ideal Home it reduced clutter in her kitchen
By Kezia Reynolds
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Microwave speed with air fryer crispiness? Ninja’s new 2-in-1 appliance sounds almost too good to be trueThis space-savvy buy might just be the answer to your prayers for leftovers
By Molly Cleary
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The 8 best dual zone air fryers as tested by the Ideal Home teamAll of the best dual zone air fryers that I've tried and tested – so that you can read up before you invest
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja's new CrushBoss system just replaced my blender and food processor – it's the all-in-one food prep system I've been waiting forThis is a cost effective way to deck out your kitchen with the latest food prep technology
By Helen McCue
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Dunelm has the ultimate Smeg kettle alternative for just £25 – you can't go wrong with this timeless retro lookThe retro trend is set to be big in 2027
By Holly Cockburn
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This slim Lavazza milk frother saved me £5 a day on iced coffees this summerIt's the upgrade every compact kitchen cafe needs
By Molly Cleary
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I finally have space for a coffee station after years of dreaming of one – these are the clever buys my Editor has persuaded me to invest inHow I'm setting up the perfect coffee station
By Molly Cleary
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Retro kitchen appliances are the ultimate way to blend nostalgia and timelessness in your home – these 16 styles will never dateThese pastel delights have a classic charm that'll never go out of style
By Molly Cleary
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The best Ninja air fryer of 2025 - our definitive ranking of these game-changing appliancesWondering which is the best Ninja air fryer to switch up your cooking? Here's everything you need to know
By Molly Cleary
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I tried Ninja's most expensive (and divisive) coffee machine yet – is the AutoBarista Pro actually worth it?Here's how I got on with Ninja's first automatic coffee machine
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi’s £10 rice cooker is a must-have for perfect, fluffy rice at the touch of a button – it's the underrated gadget every kitchen needsIt's easy to see why this kitchen essential is fast becoming one of the store's iconic Specialbuys
By Kezia Reynolds
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I just tried the cheapest no-prefreeze soft serve machine on the market right now – at £169.99 this ProBreeze ice-cream maker is a total stealIt’s not without compromises but the slushies and soft serve deliver on quality and taste
By Helen McCue
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Lidl's retro espresso machine is giving Smeg looks without the £500 price tagPretty and practical
By Annie Collyer
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This compact Ninja coffee machine has been flying under the radar – now it’s reduced by £100It's time for those with small kitchens to take note
By Molly Cleary
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The best Slushie machine in the UK – tried and tested favouritesThese slushie machines will provide endless fun when hosting or just for an evening in
By Molly Cleary
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My mum gifted me this £30 kitchen appliance when I left for university seven years ago, and I still use it all the time – it’s the only appliance a fresher needsForget air fryers; this appliance is best for meal prep and whipping up dinners that taste like home
By Kezia Reynolds
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This is the ‘ugly’ kitchen appliance our editors can’t live without and the genius ways they hide itSo you can take a little inspiration
By Molly Cleary
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The best microwaves in the UK, tried and testedLooking for the best microwave? I've tested the standout options from Swan, Sage and more
By Ellen Manning
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Dualit's incredibly in-demand ice cream maker is the best example of a no-pre-freeze version out there – I just tried it with delectable resultsIt’s time to ditch the overpriced and ultra processed shop bought ice cream
By Helen McCue
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Which Sage coffee machine should you buy? Our tried and tested favesHere's how to pick the right beautiful and functional machine for you
By Molly Cleary
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The best pod coffee machines, as tested by the Ideal Home teamThese are pod coffee machines you need to get your caffeine fix, pronto
By Molly Cleary
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‘The most fun appliance I’ve ever tested’ – our expert Home Economist on why the sellout Ninja SLUSHi Twist absolutely lives up to the hypeTake your hosting to the next level
By Helen McCue


