Latest articles by Erin Bashford
Casabrews Tornado review: An electric coffee grinder for under $150? I’m shocked too…
The Casabrews Tornado is a very unique coffee grinder. It’s just $139, which is majorly cheap for a burr grinder, but you get what you pay for.
MHW-3BOMBER Cube Coffee Scale 2.0 review: Pure functionality from this budget scale
The MHW-3BOMBER Cube Coffee Scale 2.0 is best used as a basic coffee scale, and is delightfully affordable.
I've reviewed 30 coffee machines this year — these are my 3 favorite early Black Friday deals
I've reviewed loads of coffee machines this year, so of course I've rounded up my favorite early Black Friday deals. These are some awesome savings.
The Bartesian Cocktail Machine review: Keurig pods but for parties
The Bartesian Cocktail Machine takes the crown for convenience. This machine makes delicious cocktails in seconds and takes the guesswork out of mixology.
EarFun Air Pro 4+ review: Serious AirPods Pro alternative for just $99
The EarFun Air Pro 4+ are the best budget earbuds I’ve ever tested. With delicate, balanced treble and a rich midrange and bass, these are the buds to beat.
This $170 super-budget soundbar + subwoofer has me torn: Is it excellent value or a waste of money?
This week, I tested the Creative Stage Pro, which is a $169 soundbar + subwoofer combo with a budget price and a dream. Is it worth it? I'm so torn.
I tested this 'Keurig for cocktails' that will get your holiday guests talking — there's just one thing holding it back
I recently tested the Bartesian Premium Cocktail Machine, which is like a Keurig but for booze. I made loads of cocktails, but it's got one major flaw.
Creative Stage Pro review: Surprisingly impressive for a surprisingly low price
Creative Stage Pro goes where very few soundbars go: a soundbar-and-subwoofer for $170. It’s surprisingly impressive, but can’t contend with premium options.
Spotify? I don't know her — here's why I'm switching to this audiophile-approved streaming service
I want to quit Spotify, so I'm on a mission to find the next best music streaming service. In this episode, I'm trying out Apple Music.
This Ninja Crispi dupe was so close to being life-changing — but it has one fatal flaw
I tested the Kismile Roasti, a glass air fryer vying for Ninja's crown. Although I wanted to love it, one major flaw was holding it back.
I ditched Spotify for this niche audiophile streaming service for a month — and I might be ready to go back
I stopped using Spotify last month and have stuck to Qobuz for over four weeks now, and I still don't know which music streaming service I want to go with.
I thought screen-free wearables were a gimmick — but this budget fitness tracker has converted me
I tested the Amazfit Helio Strap for 3 weeks, and I never want to take it off. I'm obsessed with the screen-free subscription-free fitness tracker.
Amazfit Helio Strap review: No subscription, no screen, no problem
The Amazfit Helio Strap is a fantastic budget-friendly no-subscription Whoop alternative, bar a few activity-detection-related hiccups.
Denon Home Sound Bar 550 review: Premium in every way
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 is a premium soundbar with incredible audio quality and sound system integration, but at a cost.
Kismile Roasti review: Looks like a Ninja Crispi… but it’s not
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.
