Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I tried a subscription-free Whoop alternative — and it ticks all the right boxes
The Amazfit Helio Strap is a fantastic budget-friendly no-subscription Whoop alternative, bar a few activity-detection-related hiccups.
I tested Denon’s top-of-the-range soundbar and it’s everything you’d expect from an audiophile brand — but there’s a catch
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 is a premium soundbar with incredible audio quality and sound system integration, but at a cost.
I tested this 360° glass air fryer — it looks like a Ninja Crispi, acts like a Ninja Crispi… but isn’t a Ninja Crispi
Kismile Roasti is a glass air fryer with 360° visibility. Yes, it’s a Ninja Crispi dupe. Yes, it’s a good air fryer. But is it better than the Crispi? Well, no.
Prime Day is over, but REI's Patagonia sale is still live — 33 hand-picked deals from just $15
I've found the best REI Patagonia deals to rival anything available through Prime Day, including the Synchilla fleece and the Torrentshell 3L jacket.
Prime Day is over but this Breville Bambino Plus deal isn't — you can still get the perfect beginner espresso machine at its lowest-ever price
The Breville Bambino Plus is the top beginner-friendly espresso machine. Right now its price is slashed to $399, an all-time low.
Prime Day is over but these deals aren't — I've found Bose, Apple, and JBL gear from just $44
I've found some awesome last-minute Prime Day deals on Bose QuietComfort headphones, AirPods Pro 2, and JBL.
I'm an ex-barista — I've found the best Prime Day coffee deals starting from just $8
I'm an ex-barista and now a professional espresso machine reviewer, and these are my top Prime Day coffee deals to upgrade your home coffee station for less.
Hurry, you've only got one day left to get this mega Prime Day deal on an incredible Samsung soundbar — save $120
The Samsung Q600F is my favorite mid-range soundbar and it's discounted by $120 right now on Amazon, perfect for an instant movie night upgrade.
Last chance! These Bose, Soundcore, and JLab Prime Day deals are Black Friday cheap, from $17
I've found some awesome Prime Day deals on budget audio gear, including Bose, Soundcore, and JLab.
The Beats Pill x Kim Kardashian is less than $50 for Prime Day — but today's your last chance
The Beats Pill is one of the most iconic Bluetooth speakers around, and right now you can get it for just $49: a saving of $100.
REI's anti-Prime Day sale is heating up — I'm obsessed with these Columbia deals from just $16
Prime Day can be a little overwhelming, so I've found my favorite Columbia REI deals, including fleeces, hats, jackets, and running shoes.
I tried the AirPods Pro 3 and immediately fell in love, but I'm not going to buy them — here's why
I loved the AirPods Pro 3 as soon as I pressed 'play' on my music, but I won't be buying them. Here's why.
The Apple Watch Series 10 is at its all-time lowest price for October Prime Day — save $179
The Apple Watch 10 is just $329 on Amazon right now, which is the smartwatch's lowest ever price. This is a major Prime Day discount.
I'm an espresso machine reviewer, but I'd never buy a superautomatic machine for myself — here's why
I love coffee and I love convenience, so surely I should be the ideal person to get a superautomatic coffee machine? Alas, that is not the case, and here's why.
De’Longhi Dedica Duo review: A whimsical pastel ‘50s espresso machine with one major flaw
The De’Longhi Dedica Duo is a budget espresso machine in gorgeous pastel colors, and can even make delicious cold brew. Even so, it’s not perfect.
Casabrews CM5418 review: A budget espresso machine in competition with itself
The Casabrews CM5418 is a super-budget espresso machine perfect for small spaces and small budgets, but there are other better-value Casabrews machines.
Rode NTH-50 review
The Rode NTH-50 are studio headphones with faithful audio reproduction, especially for the mids and high-end, and an utter steal at just $109.
I wasn't impressed by this $99 espresso machine until I got this $38 accessory — now it makes barista-quality coffee
I took the Casabrews 3700 Essential, a $129/$99 espresso machine, and made it into a barista-quality machine with just one change. Here's exactly what I did.
I tested Wacaco’s new portable self-heating espresso maker, and it brews top-notch coffee… but at a cost
The Wacaco Pixapresso is a portable self-heating espresso machine that brews barista-quality coffee, but the battery life is a major shot in the foot.
Hario V60 vs Aeropress: Which manual brewer is best?
Which manual coffee maker is better, the AeroPress or the Hario V60? I compared them head-to-head.
I thought this Casabrews espresso machine wouldn't deliver — but I’m eating my words as I sip its delicious coffee
The Casabrews 3700 Essential is one of the cheapest espresso machines on the market, and with a few alterations, is also capable of brewing top-notch coffee.
Espresso machines can be tricky to master — here's my 3 favorite beginner-friendly machines for all home baristas
Espresso machines can be hard to learn, so I've rounded up the three most user-friendly machines so you can make coffee drinks from the get-go.
I've officially found my new favorite mid-range soundbar — it made me feel like I was at the movies
I recently tested the Samsung Q600F soundbar and subwoofer, and it's one of the best ways to achieve premium-quality sound on a mid-range budget.
