Latest articles by Erin Bashford
JBL Bar 1300X review: A lesson in how to make home cinema accessible
At $1,699, the JBL Bar 1300X isn’t the cheapest option on the market, but it is one of the best bang-for-buck soundbar systems out there.
Majority Elias review: I knew £99 for a Dolby Atmos soundbar was too good to be true
The Majority Elias is a super-budget soundbar. Priced at just £99, it claims it has Dolby Atmos — but it doesn’t. It has decent sound quality for TV, though.
Shure MoveMic 88+ microphone review: The ultimate wireless mic for content creators
The Shure MoveMic 88+ is one of the best microphones for video journalists and content creators. The completely wireless MoveMic 88+ provides crystal-clear audio quality.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Everything our expert reviewers loved and didn't
From the iPhone 16e to mirrorless and screen-free cameras, here's everything our expert reviewers liked or didn't from this week's testing.
I’ve reviewed tons of kitchen products — these are the 5 I actually use
I've reviewed loads of kitchen gadgets, but only a select few have earned their place as a regular in my kitchen. I walk you through the 5 that I use daily.
Move over, Ninja — I'll only buy air fryers with this one feature from now on
I test a lot of appliances, air fryers included. But if you want entertainment while cooking, there's nothing quite like the Philips 2000.
Kalita Wave Dripper review: Strike a pose for my new favorite pour-over
One of the simplest and most aesthetically pleasing brewing methods out there, the Kalita Wave is ideal for coffee purists, with clean extraction and easy use.
Hario V60 Buono Kettle review
The Hario V60 Buono is a gooseneck kettle with the looks and the feel of a premium product, but doesn’t have precise temperature settings.
Wacaco Cuppamoka review: The perfect coffeemaker for camping trips
Wacaco Cuppamoka is an insulated mug and pour-over dripper combo: think V60 and Thermos in one. It’s one of the most innovative coffee products around.
I’m an ex-barista and these are the best scales for coffee I’ve tested
I've got years of experience as a professional barista. As a journalist, I've spent hours testing the best coffee scales, and now I proudly present my findings.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Sony, OnePlus, Corsair and more
The highlights from a week of Tom's Guide's expert product testing.
Wacaco Exagram Pro review: This coffee scale is so close to perfection
The Wacaco Exagram Pro is a gorgeous and efficient budget coffee scale with premium performance, except for one tiny flaw: it has no flow-rate monitor.
Polk Audio Signa S4 review: One of the best bang-for-buck soundbars you can get
Considering the Polk Audio Signa S4 soundbar has a wireless subwoofer, sub-$400 is a fantastic price for a beginner setup. The best part? It’s actually good.
Philips 2000 Series Air Fryer review: I’m only using this type of air fryer from now on
Philips 2000 Series is the air fryer I’ve been longing for. Not only does it make delicious roast chicken, crispy fries, and desserts, it also has a window.
Don’t bother with Bose in the President's Day sales — I prefer these Bose QuietComfort and SoundLink alternatives
Bose is overrated. I firmly believe these five audio products are better than Bose's alternative, and let me prove it.
Forget those fancy coffee makers — this handheld portable espresso machine is the only coffee maker you need
Perfect for outdoor adventures, the Wacaco Minipresso GR2 is a handheld espresso machine powered by nothing more than human strength.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Expert reviews of Dyson, Insta360 and more
The highlights (and lowlights) from a week of expert product reviews.
SteelSeries Nimbus+ review: A middle-of-the-road phone gaming controller
The SteelSeries Nimbus+ is compatible with Apple devices and there’s an Android model too, fit with Hall Effect triggers — and both have some glaring flaws.
Dyson Gen5Detect Review: The ultimate vacuum
The Dyson Gen5Detect is one of the best vacuum cleaners around at the moment. But it’s almost $1k, which might make it unattainable for some people.
Keychron Q12 Max Southpaw review: A customizable keyboard for the lefties
If looks could kill, I’d be dead. This left-handed keyboard is completely customizable and hot-swappable, perfect for personalization.
Wacaco Minipresso GR2 review: This manual, hand-powered espresso machine is a total surprise
The Wacaco Minipresso GR2 is a portable handheld espresso machine capable of reaching 18-bar pressure. It looks the part and makes a delicious coffee, too.
Insta360 Connect review: This $2,000 webcam is in a league of its own
Although it’s eye-wateringly expensive, the Insta360 does what no other webcam can do. It’s the perfect accessory for medium to large conference rooms.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: 5 products that won our expert reviewers’ hearts
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