Latest articles by Erin Bashford
No more pinched toes — I tried these hiking shoes and now I won't wear anything else
I reviewed the Keen Jasper Zionic, and now every pair of shoes has been ruined for me thanks to this one game-changing design feature.
Breville Bambino vs Breville Bambino Plus: Which budget espresso machine should you buy?
Is the Breville Bambino Plus worth an extra $200, or is the Breville Bambino a better option? I evaluated espresso, milk steaming, and more to find out.
Should you get a bean-to-cup or compact espresso machine? I'm an ex-barista, and here's my verdict
Should you get a bean-to-cup or a small manual espresso machine? Don't buy one until you read this.
Just got your first soundbar? You need to check out these 3 features first
I review soundbars for a living, and these are the three features you need to check out when using your first soundbar.
Just got an espresso machine for Christmas? Don’t make the one fatal mistake beginner baristas fall for
I'm an ex-barista and now an espresso machine reviewer, so I've made thousands of coffees. Don't make this one major mistake with your new espresso machine!
This cheap Sony soundbar is an Amazon bestseller — and it's ten times better than the budget competition
The Sony HT-S100F is widely regarded as the best cheap soundbar, and for good reason. It has crystal-clear dialogue and surprisingly punchy bass.
I’m an ex-barista, and I would never buy an espresso machine without this one key feature
I'm an ex-barista, and now I've tested loads of espresso machines. Some good, some bad. But I'd never buy one without this one key feature.
I just awarded my first 5-star rating to an espresso machine — here's what makes the Breville Bambino a perfect product
I test a lot of espresso machines, but none are as high-value and impressive as the small-but-mighty Breville Bambino.
I just tested Breville’s cheapest espresso machine, and there’s no denying it — this is a 5-star product
The Breville Bambino is my favorite cheap espresso machine I’ve ever tested. At just $299, it’s a budget machine in a league of its own. There’s no competition.
Looking for your first pair of wired audiophile headphones? I've got a great recommendation that won't break the bank
I tested the FiiO FT13 headphones and they're the perfect option for newbie audiophiles.
This entry-level Klipsch soundbar is capable of going head-to-head with other premium brands — and it's buildable into a home theater powerhouse
The Klipsch Flexus Core 100 is a perfect first soundbar with impressive bass and clear dialogue, but has no Wi-Fi compatibility.
I tested FiiO’s brand-new audiophile headphones, and they’re my new go-to recommendation for beginner hi-fi nerds
The Fiio FT13 are a pair of comfortable wired headphones with a rich low-end and faithful treble. They’re the perfect cans for audiophile newbies.
I’m an ex-barista — and this entry-level De’Longhi bean-to-cup is the best-value espresso machine I’ve tested so far
The De’Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo is a compact bean-to-cup espresso machine capable of making cafe-quality coffee right out of the box.
I've been trying to quit Spotify for months, but Spotify Wrapped is the beast that keeps pulling me back
Spotify Wrapped is here, and it's reminded me why Spotify is so hard to quit. No other streaming service comes close.
Best Cyber Monday soundbar deals with Dolby Atmos: I've found 13 deals on Samsung, Bose, Sonos and more from $129
I've tested 15 soundbars this year, so I've rounded up the best Cyber Monday deals on Dolby Atmos soundbars.
Best Cyber Monday soundbar deals: 11 discounts with up to 50% off from Bose, Samsung, JBL and more
I've tested 15 soundbars this year, so I've rounded up the best Cyber Monday deals on soundbars from just $149!
I've tested 30 coffee makers this year, but there's only 5 I recommend to everyone — and they're on sale for Cyber Monday
I test tons of coffee machines every single week, and I've picked the best 5 that are discounted for Cyber Monday.
Not a drill! Breville's best beginner espresso machine is finally discounted for Cyber Monday — to its lowest ever price
The Breville Bambino Plus espresso machine wasn't discounted for Black Friday, but Cyber Monday sees its lowest ever price. Hurry!
I'm an audio expert, and I'm tracking the 37+ best Black Friday headphones deals LIVE: Up to 51% off AirPods, Bose, and more
Don't miss these massive savings
I've found the best Patagonia deals — 19 discounts on the Houdini jacket, Synchilla fleece, Better Sweater, and more
I've found 19 awesome deals on Patagonia winter apparel, including the Houdini jacket, Better Sweater, and Synchilla fleece.
Has Technivorm lost its mind? The iconic Moccamaster coffee maker is at its lowest ever price this Black Friday
The iconic Technivorm Moccamaster is discounted to its lowest ever price this Black Friday — just $218!
Instant Pots are so underrated, and Black Friday is the best time to get one — save up to 41% now
I've tested pretty much every Instant Pot on the market, but there are only three essentials you need to know about. I've picked my favorites for Black Friday.
You can save big on hiking boots for Black Friday — I've found the 11 best deals on Merrell, Columbia, and Keen from just $69
I test hiking boots for a living, and I'm an avid hiker, so I've rounded up the best Amazon Black Friday hiking boot deals and the best REI winter sale boots.
I'm an ex-barista, and this accessory will have you pulling shots like a professional — save up to $40 on my favorite coffee scales this Black Friday
I'm an ex-barista and now coffee scale reviewer. I've tested every coffee scale on this list, so I can help you choose the right one this Black Friday.
