<![CDATA[ Latest from Ideal Home in Small-appliances ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/kitchen/kitchen-appliances/small-appliances Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ Want to make soft serve at home in under 30 minutes? I just tried an ice cream maker that can do just that for under £300, as well as slushies, sorbet and so much more ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/cuisinart-frost-fusion-ice-cream-maker-review yJ2hPrzqubF74fMVr9GqWR Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I'm a picky kitchen editor with strong opinions about appliances – this is why I'd buy the ProCook kettle and toaster again after owning them for 2 years ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/procook-kettle-and-toaster-two-years-on k4c7yGdjMwBdSL8ywTTaYR Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's £2.99 air fryer accessories solve all of the problems I've had with liners before – plus, they're the perfect quick fix for air fryers that have lost their non-stick coating ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-air-fryer-liners-april-2026 X5KKky67TAbiMnboQtaCRA Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it worth splashing out on Ninja's £269 DoubleStack air fryer or does Salter's £99 version do the same job? I've tried both – for me, there's a clear winner ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-doublestack-air-fryer-vs-salter-verticook-air-fryer 8cgigeDSqaQQJCVuTmWTCe Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:14:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ninja just launched two brand new Slushi machines – and they both solve the biggest problem I had when hosting with the OG last summer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-slushi-max-and-xl-launch 7bPbKAJdKZfMrG6SNzEExE Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This £110 slushie machine at Curry's is racking up 5-star reviews – it's £140 cheaper than the cult Ninja Slushi, and can be with you in time for the Easter weekend ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/logik-frozen-drinks-maker-first-look 2G42mqQVkkBCj47cb5AMSH Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:01:40 +0000 <![CDATA[ I was already impressed by Cuisinart's slushie and soft serve machine – now it's had a makeover to make dispensing ice cream in under 30 minutes even easier ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/cuisinart-frost-fusion-soft-serve-maker-new-and-improved-for-2026 8Dfo5KZKggttxnYramQnWZ Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's stand mixer has been given a spring glow-up – and its price is the lowest we've ever seen, at £29.99 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-pastel-stand-mixer-lowest-price-2026 84uMsmnmYEjg5fVt4F2Qh9 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:45:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Watch out IKEA! John Lewis just dropped its own air fryer microwave combi appliance for £1 more than the sold-out GÅTEBO ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/john-lewis-microwave-air-fryer-first-look QBG7SpLL2HNmVyBH3WxvxY Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ninja's new Crispi Pro XL air fryer isn't your normal worktop appliance – I was one of the first people in the UK to try this wonderfully weird air fryer ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-crispi-pro-xl-air-fryer-first-try 7y68sbbFefMTwJxjCPxtRM Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:08:43 +0000 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:32:12 +0000 <![CDATA[ Prue Leith totally changed her mind on air fryers after enacting this one simple (and free!) piece of advice – if yours is gathering dust, listen up ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/prue-leith-air-fryer-placement-tip VLKm8ch3JT2SYzR8BNWh5n Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I challenge you not to be wowed by the power of the Ninja BlendBoss – it has the strength of a Vitamix packed into a compact Stanley Cup-esque design ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-blendboss-blender-first-try j3JThRfqgVWdZct7PNzvmV Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:43:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is KitchenAid's colour of the year 2026 'anti-trend' or just 'dated'? Settle our debate ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/kitchenaid-colour-of-the-year-2026-spearmint Dw9mbXT88uRiN4GrYyexQJ Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:50:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I know why Tower's new Elite air fryer looks so familiar – here's everything it has in common with the Ninja FlexDrawer, which is £100 more expensive ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/tower-elite-air-fryer-first-look Pheb9Dyn2f32FkbaieGtK6 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling an indoor pizza oven for under £60 – its compact build means it’s easy to store, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/lidl-silvercrest-high-temperature-pizza-oven ES6YRSujbJwJvnMD4xsiXi Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nigella Lawson was converted to using an air fryer thanks to this under £100 Amazon model with a standout feature – after initially shunning them altogether ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/nigella-lawson-cosori-air-fryer LiWjNgs5D68g4ZaeESZF4 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 13:35:00 +0000 Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:36:09 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ninja's stylish Blendboss tumbler duo just dropped in the UK – this blender looks like a Stanley Cup and a NutriBullet had a baby ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-blendboss-blender-first-look nickLNq6JMXLB7KkoQYJFk Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:10:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This revolutionary toaster has a full toast shade menu, so you can pick out your perfect toastiness level – forget burnt bagels forever ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/cuisinart-simplitouch-xl-colour-touchscreen-first-look hivtkysuWNfA5QJNGjGnUa Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Lidl is selling a CrockPot slow cooker for under £30 – I’ve been using this model for over 6 years, and it’s my favourite kitchen appliance ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/lidl-crockpot-6.5l-slow-cooker ReYMvXpf4Jis4ypxxJESUb Fri, 23 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Jamie Oliver's simple slow cooker tip just helped me stop a mistake I've been making for years – it's what you need to hear in batch cooking season ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/jamie-oliver-dont-check-on-slow-cooker-tip qazVAkRidskwmGs9YAuogW Thu, 15 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi is selling a sleek, stylish air fryer for under £35 – it’s perfect for nailing your healthy New Year’s resolutions in 2026 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-6.5l-air-fryer gmRckUwAs2ptxCPoXawPPE Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This clever folding proofer is my secret to perfect sourdough – and it fits in my tiny kitchen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/brod-and-taylor-folding-proofer Vi79QBsWMqLKatxuXh3krS Mon, 29 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:56:01 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is it socially acceptable to bring an air fryer to Christmas dinner? Yes, if you follow these rules ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/is-it-socially-acceptable-to-bring-an-air-fryer-to-christmas-dinner aqPPtUJ658kmf8hzmfhxeH Wed, 24 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ John Lewis has predicted this kitchen appliance will overtake air fryers as the ‘it’ appliance in 2026 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/john-lewis-2026-ice-cream-maker-prediction kTzofBRx2Jwha8jZDxypLT Tue, 23 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 08:47:36 +0000 <![CDATA[ I just tried Tower's affordable Slushie machine alternative — at £179, it comes in a whole lot cheaper than the OG Ninja version ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/tower-slushie-machine-first-try EKnAiUC4ryCm8GwyqPRCCN Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ This Jamie Oliver hack is exactly why you need an air fryer for Boxing Day – leftover food stress will be a thing of the past ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/jamie-oliver-roast-dinner-leftovers-air-fryer-hack BaVRMrHL6pUu5AUFt6rtjY Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ KitchenAid's new monochrome stand mixer shade is bound to divide opinion on appliance colour trends for 2026 – it's certainly one for the minimalists ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/kitchenaid-monochrome-white-range-launch-2025 HVwYxHAAhfjw73DapXTSoc Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:42:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ninja's new £19.99 buy solves my biggest annoyance with my Slushi – but this accessory is already selling out fast ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-slushi-bubble-cups-launch MbmpwuAuABnQLooBYDmtie Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:05:00 +0000 Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:22:31 +0000 <![CDATA[ Vogue Williams is guilty of a big air fryer mistake that could kill your appliance - you’re probably making the same faux pas, too ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/vogue-williams-air-fryer-mistake Khyt3hyNEeSAwqf9pwDH98 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Nigella Lawson introduced me to this kitchen appliance she uses 'thrice weekly' – it's now under £25, and everyone on my Christmas list is getting one ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/nigella-lawson-judge-rice-cooker-deal E2CVSBDSMtWr9gqAmU654U Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:35:00 +0000 Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:38:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ This genius tri-zone air fryer was made for households where everyone wants a different dinner – it even features a dedicated pizza zone ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/cuisinart-tri-zone-13-litre-air-fryer-review mipcvMRawUfgnpfqe4qcv6 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:45:41 +0000 <![CDATA[ I love my Ninja air fryer, but Lidl’s £70 dual zone version has turned my head – it’s available in the prettiest neutral colourway ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/lidl-silvercrest-beige-dual-basket-air-fryer LRiRvthp2DS3PRmTG6ZRKo Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:02:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ The ultimate guide to air fryers ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/tag/air-fryers xLAvqTLt2UHeaEekTK7eeJ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 10:38:38 +0000 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:48:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ My sister is a sceptic when it comes to kitchen appliances – this under £25 buy for speedy cooking is the only one she swears by ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/reasons-you-need-a-rice-cooker C6ogWTnKPjt87KVP3RhGtD Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ These bright, bold new Ninja air fryers were made for maximalist kitchens – with shades including Cherry and Ginger Snap ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/new-ninja-crispi-colours-cherry-lilac-ginger-snap Vwi4oNRRTYc6NRBvmKQfK7 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:44:33 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tried the SourHouse DoughBed, a gadget designed to proof your bread right every single time – I was skeptical, but it really works ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/-i-tried-the-sourhouse-doughbed-sourdough-keeper j4VqsyK32PBxnNeFcbYUSX Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Salter's new retro scales are at the top of my kitchen wish list – one version is available for under £20 in pastel colours ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/salter-retro-mechanical-kitchen-scales-launch PAm3o3vW82jmLtARvQ3SsR Wed, 29 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Ninja's bestselling stone gold air fryer is finally available to buy again – for neutral kitchens, this shade is a total must ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-stone-gold-air-fryer-amazon-exclusive-back-in-stock k54Pwaush26AA3CS567V54 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:43:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ The new Chocolatier to Share from Salter has double the capacity of the OG version for family hot chocolate nights ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/salter-the-chocolatier-to-share-first-look kaHmv6ixhzH3cQp3xeubjR Sat, 25 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:57:17 +0000 <![CDATA[ I swapped my electric kettle for a stove-top version – here's why I won't be going back to the limescale and cables ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/electric-vs-stove-top-kettle i6BCJUvmuHsC6vnMqRLCXN Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:39:24 +0000 <![CDATA[ I asked professional chefs how to convert oven to air fryer cooking times – here's how the two-thirds rule can help ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/air-fryer-conversion-cooking-times QiNKfnbJVfea9czPgwytFn Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0000 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 09:06:59 +0000 <![CDATA[ I made soup from scratch in under 30 minutes with Panasonic's new soup maker – but it does so much more ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/panasonic-blender-and-soup-maker-first-try tzb6CNBpEzHbb7eq7JEWj8 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've been using my Ninja Swirl far more now that it's colder than in summer - and it's now at its lowest price ever ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/ninja-swirl-prime-day-deal LZ86JTRDiV8pRGdWz3A7zg Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ A new Ninja air fryer for under £100 has been released – it's perfect if your kitchen is on the cosier side ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/new-ninja-air-fryer-pro-af140uk P9TpkB39tPYEzHhZtCQ53 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:36:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi’s sell-out soup maker has finally returned – and it’s now at an even lower price than last time ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-ambiano-soup-maker-2025-restock bxi4oEEfyQ3P6dYfbTiqTj Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I traded my Ninja Creami in for Cuisinart's professional-style ice cream maker – this is why it's worth the extra £70 ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/cuisinart-freeze-ease-pro-ice-cream-maker-first-try CGz9bQmTda6rdk6GTtBzXQ Sat, 27 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ I've never had space for a big and bulky multi-cooker, but this gorgeous mini version just convinced me to make room in my kitchen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/new-instant-pot-mini-in-blue-and-white-colours YEzqgioat99Jekvzw8Y85b Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:31:19 +0000 <![CDATA[ I have the Aldi £40 stand mixer, but this is why I'd still recommend saving your money for a Kenwood Kmix ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-stand-mixer-vs-kenwood-kmix JSawYivCqoydQpfmzbhsiP Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:12:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ Kenwood's ultra-modern new stand mixer can even cook a stir fry for you – here's why it has the highest price tag for this appliance I've seen ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/kenwood-cooking-chef-launch DnbRJHhvEHeSj9sQSHn3WN Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:50:16 +0000 <![CDATA[ Aldi's £10 rice cooker promises perfect fluffy rice at the touch of a button – it's quickly becoming a fan favourite buy ]]> https://www.idealhome.co.uk/all-rooms/small-appliances/aldi-ambiano-2-cup-rice-cooker uvtmwyoo92wvAf59q9vZXF Mon, 01 Sep 2025 12:05:00 +0000