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I’ve tested every Ninja coffee machine on the market but which is right for you? From budget options to small spaces, here's which will work in your homeIncluding picks for cosy kitchens and busy family life
By Molly Cleary
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Lidl is selling a Crockpot slow cooker for under £20 – I’ve used the model for 7 years and swear by it for autumn cookingIf you haven't hopped aboard the slow cooker train, here's your opportunity
By Kezia Reynolds
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The prettiest air fryer on the market just got upgraded – Our Place fixed the one thing holding the original backOur Place's Wonder Oven Pro is as gorgeous as I expected
By Molly Cleary
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Sorry Nespresso, Aldi has just dropped a compact pod machine for under £35It's one of the most affordable coffee machines I've spotted
By Kezia Reynolds
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Kenwood's kMix has long been Ideal Home's most favoured stand mixer – I tested it with one of Nigella's best recipes to see if it still holds up all these years laterIt might just offer the next step in elevating your bakes
By Helen McCue
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Sage’s new toaster puts an end to burnt toast – here’s why it could be a game changer for your kitchenThis ultra-sleek, high-tech toaster will make busy mornings a breeze
By Holly Cockburn
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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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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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Looking for an affordable air fryer? I've tested the four very best air fryers under £100I've reviewed a selection of budget-friendly air fryers that won’t break the bank
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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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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The best coffee machines, all reviewed and rankedI've tried dozens of coffee machines to bring you this list of recommendations
By Molly Cleary
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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


