Small Appliances
Small Appliances advice from the experts at Ideal Home, including tips, tricks and advice and detailed how-tos.
Small Appliances
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I got a sneak peek at Salter's budget slushie machine set to rival Ninja's sellout versionThese two products have the same 5 functions in common
By Molly Cleary
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Want to make soft serve at home in under 30 minutes? I just tried an ice cream maker that can do just that for under £300, as well as slushies, sorbet and so much moreA multi-functional machine for less than £300
By Annie Collyer
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Why I'd buy the ProCook kettle and toaster again after owning them for 2 years, as a picky kitchen editoBuy well and buy once is my motto for a stress-free kitchen
By Holly Cockburn
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Aldi's £2.99 air fryer accessories solve all of the problems I've had with liners beforeThe range includes flat air fryer liners rather than basket versions
By Molly Cleary
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The best blenders on the market in the UK – reviewed by expertsOur favourite blenders for blitzing up smoothies, soup, ice and protein shakes
By Molly Cleary
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I tried Ninja's £269 DoubleStack air fryer and Salter's £99 version – this is the one I'd invest inThere's a big price gap
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja just launched two brand new Slushi machines that solve a big issue with the OG version'Who needs a supersized Ninja Slushi?!' Well, me for starters
By Molly Cleary
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This £110 slushie machine at Curry's is racking up 5-star reviews and £140 cheaper than the cult Ninja SlushiLevel up your Easter weekend
By Molly Cleary
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This at-home frozen dessert machine I tried last year just got a huge upgrade for 2026As well as 6 different functions, it can dispense soft serve in under 30 minutes
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi's stand mixer has been given a spring glow up — and its price is the lowest we've ever seen, at £29.99Once it's gone, it's gone
By Annie Collyer
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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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Watch out IKEA! John Lewis just dropped its own air fryer microwave combi appliance for £1 more than the sold-out GÅTEBOFor £150, this is a bonafide bargain
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja's new Crispi Pro Xl air fryer isn't your normal worktop appliance – I was one of the first people in the UK to try this wonderfully weird air fryerI tested it to see if its worth the switch
By Molly Cleary
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Prue Leith totally changed her mind on air fryers after enacting this one simple (and free!) piece of advice – if yours is gathering dust, listen upIt'll make a world of difference
By Molly Cleary
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I challenge you not to be wowed by the power of the Ninja BlendBoss – it has the strength of a Vitamix packed into a compact Stanley Cup-esque designThere's a lot to like with this clever, amped up blender system
By Molly Cleary
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Is KitchenAid's colour of the year 2026 'anti-trend' or 'dated'? Settle our debateKitchenAid has announced 'spearmint' as the colour of the year for 2026, and it's divided the opinions on the Ideal Home team
By Rebecca Knight
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The best boiling water taps in the UK and how to choose one for youBuy the best boiling water tap for your kitchen with our roundup of the best six hot water taps
By Zoë Phillimore
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I know why Tower's new Elite air fryer looks so familiar – here's everything it has in common with the Ninja FlexDrawer, which is £100 more expensiveThis £99 air fryer has a clever flexible design worth its weight in gold
By Molly Cleary
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Ideal Home's top 10 food processors, tried and tested by the teamWe've reviewed some of the best food processors for chopping, slicing and dicing
By Molly Cleary
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Nigella Lawson was converted to using an air fryer thanks to this under £100 Amazon model with a standout featureNigella was definitely not a fan of these super-useful appliances at first
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja's stylish Blendboss tumbler duo just dropped in the UK – this blender looks like a Stanley Cup and a NutriBullet had a babyPlus, the pastel colours are to die for
By Molly Cleary
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This revolutionary toaster has a full toast shade menu, so you can pick out your perfect toastiness level – forget burnt bagels foreverIt has a touchscreen with a gradient scale for the perfect piece of toast
By Molly Cleary
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Lidl is selling a CrockPot slow cooker for under £30 – I’ve been using this model for over 6 years, and it’s my favourite kitchen applianceGet down to the middle aisle now!
By Kezia Reynolds
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Jamie Oliver's simple slow cooker tip just helped me stop a mistake I've been making for years – it's what you need to hear in batch cooking seasonDon't worry, it costs nothing to put into practice
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi is selling a sleek, stylish air fryer for under £35 – it’s perfect for nailing your healthy New Year’s resolutions in 2026It's on sale now!
By Kezia Reynolds
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This clever folding proofer is my secret to perfect sourdough – and it fits in my tiny kitchenI wish I'd known about it ages ago!
By Thea Babington-Stitt
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Is it socially acceptable to bring an air fryer to Christmas dinner? Yes, if you follow these rulesA second appliance can be a big help when it comes to preparing your festive lunch
By Kezia Reynolds


