Latest articles by Erin Bashford
You're probably using your Breville espresso machine wrong — I make espresso like a pro with this one simple change
Sometimes an espresso machine's default settings don't result in the best tasting coffee. Here's how I adjusted my Bambino Plus to get barista-level coffee.
I'm an ex-barista and this is why you need to stop ordering 'extra hot' coffees
I've spent 3 1/2 years of my life as a barista, and I learned a few things about coffee in that time. One of the most surprising? Extra hot coffee isn't great.
I've reviewed countless espresso machines this year — but there's only one you need to buy
As a professional espresso machine tester, I've tried a fair few options from big brands like Breville and De'Longhi. But only one reigns supreme.
Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 review
The Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 is a premium massage gun. With a minimum speed of 2,200RPM, it’s pretty powerful, but it doesn't do enough to justify its price tag.
I’m utterly bamboozled by this ultra-cheap bean-to-cup espresso machine — and not in a bad way
The Gevi Espresso Machine with Grinder has one very specific USP: it’s almost definitely the cheapest bean-to-cup machine you can buy.
Don't buy a budget espresso machine before checking for these 3 essential features — from an ex-barista
I'm an ex-barista, so I know how overwhelming the coffee world can be when you're starting out. Here's the essentials to look for in budget espresso machines.
I asked an expert why automatic espresso machines and manual espresso machines taste different — and I'm really surprised
I'm yet to find an automatic coffee machine that makes coffee as delicious as a human, but I can't stop thinking... Why is this? So I asked a coffee expert.
I usually give budget earbuds a tough time, but not this $29 pair — here's why I won't stop until everyone owns them
I just tested the JLab Go Pods ANC and now every other pair of cheap earbuds is ruined for me. I can't believe these earbuds are only $36.
KitchenAid 1.7L Variable Temperature Kettle review
The KitchenAid Variable Temperature Kettle is a beautiful electric kettle with great pouring feel, unbeatable aesthetics, and rapid boil. However, it doesn’t come cheap.
Mixx StreamQ C4 headphones review: A one-way ticket to Tinny City
The Mixx StreamQ C4 headphones are a pair of budget headphones with awesome ANC, soft, pillowy cups, but incredibly disappointing sound quality.
I review audio gear for a living, and the only budget headphones I've ever recommended are 35% off right now — hurry!
The JLab JBuds Lux ANC are my favorite budget over-ear headphones, and right now they're a huge 35% off.
I tested these $36 earbuds and now every other pair of budget earbuds are ruined for me
JLab Go Pods ANC are the best cheap earbuds on the market right now, there’s no doubt in my mind. The bass is loud and I love the premium features for $36.
I was a Yeti skeptic, but I’ve been using my Yeti Roadie cooler for 2 months now — here’s why you'll have to pry it from my cold, dead hands
From water bottles to coolers, Yeti has dominated summer 2025 thus far. I'm a recent convert, and I'm never going back to a Yeti-less summer.
I got my first under-desk treadmill and I’m obsessed — here’s 5 things I learned
I got my first under-desk treadmill, and my home office will never be the same again. Here are 5 things I've learned from my first few weeks with the DeerRun Q1 Mini.
Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro review
The Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro is $349: an expensive massage gun. Thankfully, it performs like a premium option, but doesn’t quite do enough to justify its price.
Jura E8 review
The Jura E8 is a premium automatic coffee machine that can make drink after drink in mere seconds… but it’ll cost you an arm and a leg.
DeerRun Q1 Mini review: Now I can walk 14,000 steps at my desk
The DeerRun Q1 Mini is a delightfully affordable under-desk treadmill that helped me smash my daily step targets, but I wouldn’t recommend it for runners.
Prime Day is over, but I'm still obsessed with REI's anti-Amazon Patagonia sale — here's my 29 hand-picked deals from $15
If you're anti-Prime day, you can still get major discounts. I've found the REI Patagonia sales on Patagonia fleeces, Patagonia jackets, and more, from $15.
Prime Day is over but REI's sale is going strong — I've found the best deals under $25 on Patagonia, Columbia and more
Prime Day is over tomorrow, but REI's sale is only just getting started. I've found the best REI deals under $25 from Patagonia, Columbia, Cotopaxi, and more.
I review home tech for a living — don't miss these 5 last-minute Prime Day deals on my top-rated Yeti, Breville and more
I test home tech for a living, and I've rounded up some last-minute Prime Day savings on my 5 top rated products including Yeti, Breville, Samsung, and more.
Last chance! TikTok’s favorite Stanley cup water bottle is 27% off for Prime Day — must end tonight
TikTok darling Stanley cup IceFlow water bottle is a huge 27% off for Prime Day, but hurry! The sale must end tonight.
The best Prime Day soundbar deal is about to expire — save $100 on this killer Bose right now
I have the Bose Smart Soundbar and I love it. It's currently $100 off for Prime Day and today's your last chance to grab it on discount!
Hurry! These best-ever big Prime Day deals on my favorite earbuds end tonight — save big on Apple, Bose, Sony, and more
I test earbuds for a living, so I've rounded up all of the best Prime Day deals, including Bose, Apple, Sony. The best part? These are all lowest EVER prices.
The Breville espresso machine I use to overdose on caffeine and give myself the shakes is currently its lowest price ever for Prime Day — and today's your last chance
The Breville Bambino Plus is down to its lowest ever price for Prime Day and you have just a few hours to grab the best espresso machine before the sale ends!
