Helen McCue
Helen is Ideal Home's expert kitchen appliances tester, with a wealth of experience that spans a Home Economics degree and a stint at the Good Housekeeping Institute. Over the last three years, she has tested dozens of products for Ideal Home from her home in Buckinghamshire, including a long list of air fryers, blenders, bean-to-cup coffee machines, vacuums and sleep essentials. Helen is our go-to kitchen expert and tests out every kitchen appliance with a range of delicious recipes.
Latest articles by Helen McCue
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These are the 5 best carpet cleaners for deep cleaning the most important surface in your home
Five of the best carpet cleaners that can refresh your space in an instant
By Helen McCue
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We try KitchenAid's new gorgeous semi-automatic coffee machine
Here's why KitchenAid's newest machine is more than just a pretty product
By Helen McCue
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I'm seriously surprised by the quality of ProCook's indoor pizza oven - here's why it's a fun family buy
You don’t need a garden to enjoy cooking in this pizza oven
By Helen McCue
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HexClad 7 Piece Hybrid Cookware Set review: I elevated my cookware game with this Hexclad set
This game-changing cookware set deserves all the hype it gets
By Helen McCue
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Vitamix vs Nutribullet - which bestselling blender brand comes out on top?
For soups, smoothies and more, there can only be one winner
By Helen McCue
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The best weighted blankets – tried and tested for warmth, cosiness and comfort
We try the best weighted blankets to keep you warm and relaxed this winter
By Helen McCue
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Vitamix A2500i review - a blender for serious home chefs
This powerful and expensive blender will be perfect for blending enthusiasts, but overkill for many people
By Helen McCue
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Nutribullet 600 series blender review - a great choice for smoothies
We try Nutribullet's most popular model
By Helen McCue
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Habitat has relaunched its cult Chicken Brick from the 1960s - I cooked with it to see if it's as good as its retro reputation
Habitat brings back a retro classic
By Helen McCue
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The 5 small appliances that make food prep easier
According to our resident home economist and product tester
By Helen McCue
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HexClad BBQ Grill Pan review - I test out the pan with a cult following
I tried it and loved it
By Helen McCue
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Smeg Combi Steam Oven 10-in-1 review: Quite possibly the cutest countertop oven ever
But is it as functional as it is pretty?
By Helen McCue
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Dreo ChefMaker Combi Cooker review - a seriously smart addition to your kitchen
Is this the most advanced air fryer yet?
By Helen McCue
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Philips 5500 Series LatteGo Bean to Cup Coffee Machine review: I tried the most premium bean-to-cup coffee machine you can buy from Philips.
It has a coffee shop worthy menu of 20 drinks
By Helen McCue
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Drew & Cole Dual Defroster review - a must-have or just a gimmick?
This cheap and cheerful gadget does what it says on the tin
By Helen McCue
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We test whether a halogen oven or air fryer is better for your kitchen before you shop
Our take on whether an air fryer or halogen oven is best for making tasty dinners, including which one will save you the most money on your bills
By Helen McCue
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Smeg Bean to Cup Coffee Machine with Automatic Milk Frother review
It’s got to be one of the best-looking bean-to-cup coffee machines around
By Helen McCue
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Cosori Dual Drawer Air Fryer review: Cosori makes great single zone air fryers and the brand has finally launched its dual zone model
Cosori’s debut dual zone air fryer is a great first attempt but could do with one little tweak...
By Helen McCue
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Cuisinart Ice Cream and Gelato Professional review - ice cream at home has never tasted so good
Impress your friends with endless flavour combinations and velvety smooth ice cream
By Helen McCue
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Lakeland Digital Ice Cream Maker review - a superstar for making delectable ice cream under £35
Cheap and cheerful
By Helen McCue
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Ninja Double Stack review - how does Ninja's expensive new release measure up?
We try Ninja's space saving appliance
By Helen McCue
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KitchenAid Go Cordless Hand Blender with accessories review - are cordless appliances the thing of the future?
We try KitchenAid's newest innovation
By Helen McCue
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I tried Sage's top of the range food processor which will set you back £579 - it's one of the best I've ever tried
The Sage Paradice 16 offers premium performance with a premium price tag
By Helen McCue
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Nutribullet's new personal blender allows you to make smoothies on the go for just £30 - here's what our expert reviewer made of it
With the small but versatile Nutribullet Portable Blender, you can blend wherever you like, from the gym to the campsite
By Helen McCue