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Best cordless vacuum cleaner 2025 — 9 models I’d pick after rigorous testing and real-world home trials
Make cleaning convenient with the 9 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Lauren Bradbury
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We've tested the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
We've reviewed the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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The 15 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 my ranking of them
By Molly Cleary
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The 6 best mattress toppers I've tested – offering comfort, cushioning, and breathability
After putting each of these mattress pads through Ideal Home's testing process, I think these are the best mattress toppers to invest in
By Amy Lockwood
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I’m a vacuum expert, and these are the 3 best Dyson vacuum cleaners that are *actually* worth the price tag
If you're looking for a Dyson vacuum cleaner, these are my top picks
By Lauren Bradbury
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It’s my job to test vacuums, and these are the 9 best vacuum cleaners that have impressed me the most
We've reviewed the best vacuum cleaners, from pet hair solutions to cordless models, to help you find the right one for your cleaning needs
By Lauren Bradbury
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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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I've tested 6 of the best gardening gloves - this is the pair I'd recommend to protect your hands while you prune, dig and weed
Find a pair of gardening gloves to suit your needs with our top picks
By Lisa Fazzani
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The best bean-to-cup coffee machines I've reviewed
For at-home coffee, these machines give you an unbeatable experience
By Molly Cleary
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I’ve spent hundreds of hours testing vacuums — these are the 6 best Shark vacuum cleaners for powerful, hassle-free cleaning
Find the best Shark vacuum for every occasion with our top picks of cordless, upright, and handheld models
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best iced coffee makers – our tried and tested favourites from De'Longhi, Breville, Sage and more
For cold brew, iced lattes and everything in between
By Molly Cleary
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Best Henry vacuum cleaners — the 6 reliable and hard-working models I’d pick for a spotless home
These Henry vacuums are guaranteed to help you clean your home with a smile
By Lauren Bradbury
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The best mattresses – tested by our experts for a great night’s sleep
Top recommendations for all budgets and sleepers, from Simba, Emma, Tempur, Hypnos, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Our tried and tested top non-stick pans for fried eggs, pancakes, and speedy stir-fries
We've done the flipping and sticking so you don't have to
By Molly Cleary
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These are the 6 best carpet cleaners for deep cleaning the most important surface in your home
Six of the best carpet cleaners that can refresh your space in an instant
By Helen McCue
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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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How we test mattresses at Ideal Home
Our in-house mattress review process puts bestselling and newly launched mattresses through their paces to find our tried-and-tested favourites – here's how...
By Amy Lockwood
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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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Best chef's knives - the 6 top knives for home chefs we've tried
Our pick of excellent knives, tried and tested for home cooks and professional chefs
By Molly Cleary
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7 of the best knife sets I've tried, including top picks with in-built sharpeners from Ninja, Joseph Joseph and more
Pick up the best knife set for your kitchen with our reviews of knife blocks from Zwilling, Robert Welch, and more
By Molly Cleary
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Best cooling mattress toppers to combat overheating – tried and tested
The best cooling mattress toppers for a cooler and more breathable sleep – tried and tested options from Simba, Panda, Emma, Silentnight, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Where to buy the best garden furniture – these are the only places I'd recommend after hours of testing outdoor sofas, dining sets and more
I’ve spent countless hours trying and sitting on everything from garden chairs to outdoor lounge sets to arrive at these top 13 retailers
By Sara Hesikova
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The best desk fans — after testing, these are the only 6 I’d recommend for smaller spaces and WFH setups
Our top picks from the likes of Meaco, Duux, Shark and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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I've spent the last year testing the best budget mattresses under £500 – these are my 3 top recommendations
If you're looking for a cheaper mattress, these are the ones to shop
By Amy Lockwood
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Best coffee grinders: Brew better coffee with our tested burr grinders
The best coffee grinders will transform your morning cup from so-so to stunning – discover our top rated picks from Sage, Fellow, Aarke and more
By Sasha Muller
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The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and more
The best fans for cooling down quickly – we've tried and tested bestselling options to find the best fan for the bedroom, living room, and out and about
By Amy Lockwood
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The best hot tubs for every budget – I've selected affordable and energy-efficient models to turn your garden into a spa
From affordable to energy-efficient inflatable hot tubs and even a cutting-edge foam option, it's all here
By Annie Collyer