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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The best Ninja air fryer of 2025 - our definitive ranking of these game-changing appliances
Wondering 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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Looking for an affordable air fryer? I've tested the five very best air fryers under £100
I've reviewed a selection of budget-friendly air fryers that won’t break the bank
By Helen McCue
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Air fryer vs multi-cooker - what's the difference and why should you pick either?
I put an air fryer vs multi-cooker to the test to see which you should invest in
By Molly Cleary
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The 14 best air fryers in the UK, complete with reviews, from the Ideal Home team
We've reviewed the best air fryers from Ninja, Instant, Tefal, Phillips, Tower and more. Here's our ranking of the ones we love after testing
By Molly Cleary
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Best soup makers in the UK - I tried and tested 5 favourites
Reviews of the best soup makers you can buy from Ninja, Drew and Cole, Morphy Richards, and Salter, perfect for winter dishes
By Molly Cleary
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Philips' new air fryer uses steam to revolutionise cooking and cleaning – here's what happened when I tried it at home
This dual-basket steam air fryer does the job, but doesn’t knock it out of the park
By Ellen Manning
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I've tracked down all of the kitchen appliances Jamie Oliver uses in Jamie Cooks Christmas
From blenders to Tefal pans
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja Detect Power Blender & Processor Pro review
How does Ninja's newest blender fare?
By Ellen Manning
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This under-used air fryer function could cut hours off your Christmas dinner cooking time on the day - here's how
If you always find yourself pushed for cooking time on Christmas Day, this air fryer setting might be the way around it
By Molly Cleary
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How to hide an air fryer in a kitchen for clear and clutter-free worktops
Clever spots and top tricks to keep your appliance out of sight
By Sara Hesikova
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The 5 kitchen appliances to deep-clean before Christmas - experts say to prioritise cleaning these items now
Make the festivities run more smoothly by deep cleaning these 5 kitchen appliances now
By Katie Sims
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Ninja Foodi 8-in-1 Flip Mini Oven SP101UK review
This mini oven does all sorts of things, and does them fairly well, but is it really necessary?
By Ellen Manning
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How to dehydrate fruit in an air fryer - experts reveal the easy method to follow for wreaths and garlands
Dehydrated fruit is the missing ingredient for your Christmas decorations this year
By Kezia Reynolds
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How to find best Ninja deals – our insider tips to save on air fryers, Creamis, Slushis and more
Where and when to get the best discounts
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja Foodi MAX Health Grill & Air Fryer review - a solid choice
This Ninja gadget is great for combining two functions
By Ellen Manning
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8 signs it’s time to replace your air fryer - the red flags you shouldn’t ignore, according to appliance experts
Tell-tale indications your air fryer is now a health and safety risk
By Lauren Bradbury
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Should you buy a Ninja or a Tefal air fryer? We've tested air fryers from both brands and this is our verdict
Get the lowdown on the difference between Tefal and Ninja air fryers, and which brand will suit you best
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja's 3-in-1 toaster has a feature that'll surprise you – it's a must-have for the ultimate cafe kitchen
Ninja's toaster surprised me with its versatility – here's how
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi’s £16.99 Mini Air Fryer is perfect for small spaces – if you've got a tiny kitchen, this is for you
The Aldi Mini Air Fryer has us charmed...
By Kezia Reynolds
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Is Ninja's £100 kettle worth it? I've tried 15 different kettles, this is why it impressed me
Is there a good reason to splash out on Ninja's Perfect Temperature kettle? Even on sale, it's still pricey
By Molly Cleary
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This KitchenAid Stand Mixer is the trending colour of the season - this autumnal shade will look perfect in any kitchen
It might just replace the ever-popular red shade...
By Holly Cockburn
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I've tested dozens of air fryers - but these are the 5 things I wish I'd known when I invested in my first air fryer
If you're shopping an air fryer in the Black Friday sales, here are a few things to consider
By Molly Cleary
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Air fryer deals – how to get the best savings on Ninja, Instant and more
Where, when and how to shop to ensure the best deals on air fryers
By Molly Cleary
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Ninja Foodi Dual Zone Air Fryer review - why this is an enduring favourite
We put the Ninja Dual Zone AF400UK through its paces to see if it really is the best of the bunch
By Molly Cleary
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Invest in one of the best toasters, as tested by Ideal Home
Brown your bread to perfection with our pick of the best two- and four-slice toasters
By Molly Cleary
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The Ninja Slushi is finally available in the UK to buy - here's where you can get it
Summer might be over, but slushies are forever
By Molly Cleary
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How to clean a soup maker - and the one thing you should NEVER do, according to experts
Say goodbye to tomato soup stains
By Lauren Bradbury