Buying guides
Clear comparisons to decide before you buy: which option suits how you will use it, what it really costs and what to look for.
TechKindle or tablet for reading: which is right for youWe compare e-ink readers (Kindle, Kobo) with a tablet for reading: eye strain, battery, sunlight, library books, comics, price and which model is worth it.KitchenThermomix or a cheaper cooking robot: which is right for youWe compare the Thermomix with cheaper cooking robots (Tefal, Bosch, Cecotec): guided recipes, power, results, after-sales support, price and whether you will really use one.TechNoise-cancelling headphones: over-ear or earbudsWe compare over-ear noise-cancelling headphones with true wireless earbuds: how much noise they block, comfort, battery, calls, sport, price and when premium is worth it.HomeHome security camera: with a subscription or withoutWe compare indoor Wi-Fi cameras that need a cloud subscription (Ring, Blink) with those that record to a microSD card (Tapo, eufy): real three-year cost, privacy, alerts, quality and the UK rules.ChristmasAdvent calendars: which one to buy for whoWe compare chocolate, toy (LEGO, Playmobil), beauty, puzzle and refillable advent calendars: price per day, age, what is inside and when to buy before they sell out.Personal careOscillating or sonic electric toothbrush: which is right for youWe compare oscillating-rotating and sonic electric toothbrushes with a manual one: cleaning, sensitive gums, noise, battery, the cost of brush heads and which model is worth it.HomeCompressor or desiccant dehumidifier: which is right for youCompressor or desiccant dehumidifier: how much water each removes at each temperature, running cost, noise, price and which home suits it. A clear verdict for damp and mould.KitchenAir fryer or oven: which is right for you and which costs less to runWe compare single and dual-basket air fryers with the oven: running cost per use, speed, results, capacity and cleaning. With a clear verdict for how many you cook for and what you make.HomeRobot vacuum or cordless stick vacuum: which is right for youWe compare robot vacuums (with and without mopping and self-emptying docks) with cordless stick vacuums: real cleaning, pet hair, carpets, stairs, noise, price and how much work each one saves you.HomeElectric blanket or heater: which is right for you and which costs less to runWe compare heated throws, electric underblankets and fan or oil-filled heaters: real running cost per hour, how warm they keep you, safety and price. With a clear verdict for where you feel the cold.