Why it matters: After the wettest March in four decades, UK patios were left coated in slippery algae and lichen. Sales of domestic jet washers jumped 38 % in Q2 2024 (GfK). We hired, borrowed and bought the ten most-talked-about machines to discover which ones really cut through the grime.High-performance washers in this line-up pair … Read more
Last updated: 1 June 2025 Why it matters: In April 2025 the UK Government earmarked £100 million for new AI innovation centres and called artificial intelligence “the electricity of the 21st century”. From NHS triage chatbots to fraud-busting algorithms at HMRC, AI already touches more of daily life than most of us realise.The twenty real-world … Read more
Last updated: 1 June 2025 Why it matters: With UK log-burner sales up 27 % after last winter’s energy-price spike (BEIS, Feb 2025), many homes now rely on wood heat. A stove fan turns waste heat at the ceiling into usable warmth, cutting wood use by up to 15 %. We tested eight best-selling models … Read more
Why it matters: UK smoothie-maker sales jumped 17 % in 2024 thanks to the “well-being boom” (Mintel, Feb 2025). We hands-tested the 11 best-selling models to see which ones crush ice, blitz kale and survive the dishwasher. Spec-check — motor outputs & jar sizes verified 20 May 2025. Contents1 Best Smoothie Maker Recommendations1.1 Method & … Read more
Why it matters: UK searches for “portable blender” grew +142 % YoY after reusable-cup rules and the 2024 “desk-breakfast” trend (Google Trends, Apr 2025). We bought & timed the 10 fastest-selling mini blenders to learn which ones crush ice, blitz kale and still fit in a backpack.Spec-check – motor wattage / cup volume verified 21 … Read more
Why it matters: UK searches for portable blender leapt +142 % in the past year on the back of reusable-cup rules and the “desk-breakfast” trend 🔎 (Google Trends, Apr 2025). We bought & timed the ten fastest-selling mini models to see which ones crush ice, blitz kale and still fit in a backpack. Spec-check — motor wattage … Read more
Why it matters: UK searches for portable blender leapt +142 % in the past year on the back of reusable-cup rules and the “desk-breakfast” trend 🔎 (Google Trends, Apr 2025). We bought & timed the ten fastest-selling mini models to see which ones crush ice, blitz kale and still fit in a backpack. Spec-check — motor wattage … Read more
Why it matters: UK Google searches for “waffle maker” jumped +86 % year-on-year after the 2024 “brunch-at-home” boom (Google Trends, Apr 2025). We hand-tested the ten fastest-selling machines to see which ones pre-heat fastest, avoid batter leaks and deliver café-quality crunch. Spec-check — power output & plate depth verified 22 May 2025. Contents1 Method & … Read more
Last updated: 23 May 2025 UK searches for “two-slice toaster” jumped +38 % YoY after the cost-of-living drive to cheaper home breakfasts (Google Trends, Apr 2025). We hand-tested the ten fastest-selling models to discover which ones brown evenly, cope with frozen bagels and keep your countertop tidy. Contents1 Best 2-Slice Toaster Recommendations2 Method & Sources2.1 … Read more
Contents1 Best Water-Treatment Appliances1.1 Best Water-Treatment Appliances Recommendations1.2 Method & Sources1.2.1 Waterdrop WD-A2 Countertop RO System1.2.2 BEVECK Hydrogen Water Bottle1.2.3 CO‑Z Countertop Water Distiller (4L)1.2.4 Helangel Hydrogen Water Generator1.2.5 CO‑Z Water Distiller (Brushed Red, 4L)1.2.6 IUHFSIFS 3000PPB Hydrogen Water Bottle Generator1.2.7 Bonnlo Upgraded 4L Water Distiller1.2.8 CO‑Z Water Distiller (ZB‑2, Brushed Red)1.2.9 Acouto Hydrogen Water … Read more
