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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This 5-star rated home appliance cooks your toast, egg and beans at the same time – I can’t decide if it's genius or bonkers
Does your kitchen need this wacky appliance?
By Kezia Reynolds
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Best bread makers – the 4 top bread machines that can beat a supermarket loaf, tried and tested
The best bread makers for fresh loaves, pizza bases and gluten-free goodies.
By Rachel Ogden
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I finally got my hands on the Ninja Swirl machine that's all over your Instagram – here's how my first attempt at soft serve went
I finally tried the ice cream and dessert maker of dreams
By Molly Cleary
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Lidl’s pastel coffee machine and kettles could easily be mistaken for Swan or Smeg, but at a fraction of the price
Lidl's pastel kitchenware range starts at just £1.99
By Kezia Reynolds
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Lidl is selling a Thermomix alternative that's over £1000 cheaper – this is how to get your hands on one
This is how to reserve one ahead of the middle aisle drop
By Rebecca Knight
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The best blenders on the market in the UK - reviewed by experts
Our favourite blenders for blitzing up smoothies, soup, ice and protein shakes
By Molly Cleary
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Spotted: the best deep fat fryer for familes, and it's less than £60 RN
This is the best deep fat fryer for large familes and for hosting — plus it's actually easy to clean!
By Annie Collyer
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I just made soft serve ice cream at home in under 30 minutes with no pre-freeze with the latest Cuisinart gadget
My at-home dessert game just seriously improved
By Molly Cleary
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Are patterned air fryers the new big thing? This Laura Ashley air fryer is making a strong case with its stunning floral print
It's so pretty!
By Kezia Reynolds
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Lidl is selling a £20 alternative to the viral Ninja Slushi – it's a great budget option for frozen margarita fans
It's a summer must-have
By Kezia Reynolds
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Currys wants your old appliances – with £50 off a new Ninja
Clear out your old appliances and cash in on a new one with this deal
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi is selling a £30 smart kettle that rivals Ninja - but this clever feature means you can turn it on from your sofa
Is this kettle what you need to make the perfect brew?
By Kezia Reynolds
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6 picks you don’t want to miss in the huge QVC sale - Ninja, Nespresso and Le Creuset are even cheaper than the Amazon Prime Day Sale
You don't want to miss out
By Kezia Reynolds
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I've found an alternative to Ninja's new US-only waffle maker
This waffle maker has a genius design to ensure your breakfast doesn't stick
By Molly Cleary
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This £99 alternative to the Ninja DoubleStack is the ultimate kitchen space saver – and I just gave it 5 stars in this review
This spacious air fryer is a total game-changer
By Annie Collyer
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This alternative to the Ninja Swirl looks seriously cool
This all-in-one machine is perfect for frozen drinks, soft serve and ice-cream at home
By Molly Cleary
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You can finally pre-order the Ninja Swirl now
Are you ready for a summer of soft serve at home?
By Molly Cleary
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I just tried a cheaper alternative to the Ninja Slushi
It has a larger capacity for your next party, too
By Molly Cleary
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This new Instant Air Fryer is whisper quiet and easy to clean — all for less than £100
I tested the first Instant Vortex Air Fryer — and now I'm reviewing their newest release, here's why you need to upgrade
By Annie Collyer
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'Stop using immediately' – Lidl issues urgent recall for popular Tower air fryer due to 'fire hazard'
How to check if yours is at risk
By Rebecca Knight
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Watchdog issues new privacy guidelines to stop 'spying' air fryers, but have smart home appliances gone too far?
'I can't say I've ever really found a smart small appliance that's ever wowed me'
By Rebecca Knight
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The best microwaves in the UK, tried and tested
Looking for the best microwave? I've tested the standout options from Swan, Sage and more
By Ellen Manning
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The 8 best dual zone air fryers as tested by the Ideal Home team
All 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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The best cheap blenders to help squeeze more nutrients into your diet
My top six affordable blenders are up to the job and come in at under £70
By Jessica Carter
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This limited-time John Lewis discount is the cheapest I've ever seen the Ninja FlexDrawer air fryer
You can pick up our top-rated air fryer ever for just £150 today at John Lewis
By Molly Cleary
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Aldi has launched a new air fryer with a special extra function – but you’ll have to act fast as it’s in stores right now
Can this kitchen gadget really do it all?
By Kezia Reynolds
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I’ve found a stylish, affordable alt to the iconic Smeg kettle - and it’s available in just as pretty pastel shades
Smeg kettles are renowned for their beautiful colourways, but this alternative is just as cute
By Kezia Reynolds

