Helen McCue
After completing a Home Economics degree, Helen went on to work for the Good Housekeeping Institute and has been reviewing home appliances ever since. She lives in a small village in Buckinghamshire in the UK.
Latest articles 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
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Moccamaster KBG Select review - an expensive but desirable coffee machine that combines performance with style
The Moccamaster KBG Select won over our reviewer with ease
By Helen McCue
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'I thought AI appliances were a gimmick - testing this new air fryer from Daewoo changed my mind'
Daewoo introduces an AI function into an air fryer and it’s not as gimmicky as it might sound
By Helen McCue
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Has the Samsung Jet 95 Pro got what it takes to compete with the Dyson Submarine? We tested it to find out
A well-priced cordless vacuum with a mop accessory, the Samsung Jet 95 Pro is a great all-rounder
By Helen McCue
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Lakeland has brought out its own version of a flexible air fryer, so how does it stack up in comparison to the leading brands?
Say hello to Lakeland's newest flexible air fryer
By Helen McCue
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Tefal launches its debut range of vacuums in the UK - we tried one out to see if this will be the new must-have vacuum
Tefal is a new player in the floorcare market, but does this new range of cordless vacuums have what it takes to compete with the big boys?
By Helen McCue
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Daewoo 11L Space Saving Split Drawer air fryer review - is this an innovation worthy of small kitchens?
Is this the best way to fit a dual zone air fryer into a smaller kitchen?
By Helen McCue
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Ninja has another new appliance - and this one is aiming to do more than ever
This clever, capable multi-cooker can do a lot, but it’s only worth it if you’ll use more than one or two cooking modes.
By Helen McCue
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Ninja's Woodfire Oven is the pizza oven we've been waiting for
We think the Ninja Woodfire Electric Outdoor Oven might just be this summer's must have
By Helen McCue
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We try De'Longhi's latest superstar bean-to-cup coffee machine
This bean-to-cup coffee machine could curb your habit of buying iced lattes forever.
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 Weber’s smallest and cheapest BBQ - it’s a great option if you have limited outdoor space.
The Weber Smokey Joe proves size isn't necessarily everything
By Helen McCue
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Drew & Cole's microwave air fryer combo is designed to save space - but is it any good?
While it's a solid microwave, the air frying function leaves something to be desired
By Helen McCue
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Char-Broil Charcoal L review - how does this family-sized BBQ shape up?
With the trend for outdoor kitchens, cooking al fresco has never been so popular. So is it time to invest in a quality charcoal BBQ?
By Helen McCue
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ProCook Air Fryer Health Grill review - how does this healthy-style air fryer shape up?
ProCook has launched its own range of kitchen electricals and this air fryer health grill promises a lot of functionality, but does it deliver?
By Helen McCue
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Our review of the Proscenic I10 - an affordable and reliable vacuum
If you’re looking for a cordless vacuum but can’t justify a premium price tag, the Proscenic I10 might deliver the cleaning power you need.
By Helen McCue
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Here's why upgrading to Ninja's newest small air fryer is a no-brainer
Ninja’s largest single-zone air fryer is the same price as the smallest air fryer from the brand, so upgrading is a no-brainer
By Helen McCue
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Will Ninja’s brand new indoor grill revolutionise full English breakfasts at home? We tested it to find out
We try Ninja’s brand new electric griddle appliance to see if you need to make space for another gadget from this leading kitchen brand
By Helen McCue
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We tried the Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Multifunction Oven, and we think it could be a game changer
If you’ve got a big family, the Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Multifunction Oven could be a game changer
By Helen McCue