
Erin Bashford
Erin Bashford is a reviews writer at Tom’s Guide. She has a Master’s in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from the University of East Anglia and 7 years of experience reviewing music and events for various publications. She has edited publications such as Outline Magazine’s Guide to Norwich, and she has written for a number of music magazines and websites such as Clash Magazine, Outline Magazine and Dork Magazine, making her desperate to find the best audio gear.
Alongside this she has created video reports for BBC News and produced podcasts and radio broadcasts about everything from music to ghost stories. As an ex-barista, Erin is passionate about coffee tech. She also loves finding the best cooking hacks and kitchen appliances, including her beloved Instant Pot.
In her spare time, you can find her reading, practising yoga, hiking, writing fantasy fiction, or stressing over todays’ NYT Games.
Latest articles by Erin Bashford

Apparently scientists have created the "perfect" pour-over coffee method — so of course I tried it out
By Erin Bashford last updated
I put the 'scientifically perfect' pour-over method to the test with my Hario V60, Kalita Wave, and Chemex.

If my house was on fire, this is the one kitchen appliance I’d save
By Erin Bashford published
As a kitchen gadget reviewer, I've tested my fair share of cooking appliances. But one stands out amongst the crowd.

Edifier LolliClip review
By Erin Bashford published
The Edifier LolliClip are a pair of semi-open-earbuds with ANC. They’re super comfortable. While the sound is good, it doesn’t impress across all genres.

Engel Cooler review: Made for the beach
By Erin Bashford published
The Engel Cooler is a fantastic cooler. I kept cans cold for over 24 hours and, despite the lack of wheels, could transport the cooler easily.

Yeti Rambler Pour-Over review: Made for the wilderness
By Erin Bashford published
I’m making room in my hiking backpack for coffee gear now. The Yeti Rambler Pour-Over dripper was made for the great outdoors, and it performs like a V60.

The 1ZPresso J-Ultra is the only hand grinder actually worth its price — and this is the hill I’ll die on
By Erin Bashford published
I stan this coffee grinder. The 1ZPresso J-Ultra performs better than its $199 price tag and makes me doubt if any other grinders need to be so pricey.

I’d rather eat my phone than become reliant on AI, but this AI notetaker is a complete game changer
By Erin Bashford published
The Plaud NotePin is a fantastic AI device for those looking to record and transcribe in-person meetings, classes and brainstorming sessions. Here's how it has helped me.

Moccamaster Cup-One review: The champ of hands-free coffee
By Erin Bashford published
While not as versatile as other Moccamasters, the Cup-One is so easy to use, I think I could brew delicious hot coffee in my sleep.

1ZPresso K-Ultra review: The ultimate travel coffee grinder
By Erin Bashford published
If you find yourself in hotels or at campsites more often than you’d like, there’s nothing better than the 1ZPresso K-Ultra for specialty coffee while traveling.

Plaud NotePin review: I’ve found an AI assistant I actually like
By Erin Bashford published
Plaud NotePin is pretty expensive when you take the subscription fee into account, but it’s darn good at what it does: transcribing classes, meetings, and ideas.

These magnetic planar earbuds I tested could've rivaled Bose — but the tariffs destroyed my rating
By Erin Bashford published
I tested the Edifier NeoBuds Planar, stacked with detail thanks to the 12mm magnetic drivers. But then the tariffs happened — and now they're way too expensive.

Magimix Blender Power 4 review
By Erin Bashford published
I threw everything at the Magimix Blender Power 4 and it turned it all into delicious smoothies and butters. I just wish the blades were easier to remove.

Ninja Detect Power Pro with BlendSense Review: Performs like a Vitamix
By Erin Bashford published
I can’t quite believe this blender is so cheap… I had to check the price multiple times. The Ninja Detect Power Pro with BlendSense performs like a $500+ model.

Espro P7 French press review: And to think I used to be a French press hater
By Erin Bashford published
I’m not the biggest fan of admitting when I’m wrong, but I was so very mistaken about French press. The Espro P7 makes French press taste like heaven.

NZXT Capsule Elite gaming mic review: One of the best cheap mics around, hands-down
By Erin Bashford published
I can’t quite believe this mic is so cheap. The sound quality is comparable to a $200 option. There’s very little wrong with this mic, especially for so little money.

Edifier NeoBuds Planar review: Full of detail, but not worth $299
By Erin Bashford published
These earbuds are full of treble and mids. However, it’s a double-edged sword: bassheads will be majorly disappointed.

I'm an ex-barista — I only need this one tool to make Starbucks-style iced drinks at home
By Erin Bashford published
I worked at Starbucks for years, so I've been experimenting with coffee for ages. With the Nanofoamer Pro, I've created loads of the best Starbucks iced drinks.

Smeg EMC02 Mini Pro Manual Espresso Machine review: Professional quality at home
By Erin Bashford published
This is one of the best home espresso machines to replicate that true cafe taste. Three boilers and a mega-powerful steam wand combine to make perfect coffee.

Laifen Wave toothbrush review: This brush shakes its head at you
By Erin Bashford published
The Laifen Wave toothbrush does its one job well (clean teeth), but its overly excited swinging head also hurt my gums during testing.

Subminimal Nanofoamer Pro Gen 2 review: Barista-quality microfoam in seconds
By Erin Bashford published
I don’t know how I lived without the Subminimal Nanofoamer Pro before today. The milk foamer makes velvety microfoam and even iced matcha lattes in minutes.

Cuisinart Air Fryer + Toaster Oven review: This mini oven puts Ninja to shame
By Erin Bashford published
If my air fryer can’t multitask, I don’t want it. Cuisinart’s Air Fryer + Toaster Oven combo can do 7 things in 1, and it’s also a massive steal.

Sennheiser Profile Wireless microphone review: Basically microphone Tetris
By Erin Bashford published
Sennheiser Profile Wireless is a 2-channel wireless mic with USB-C, lightning, and TRS connectivity. The sound quality is just fine, but it’s super versatile.

Soundcore Boom 2 Plus review: The perfect boombox speaker for the price
By Erin Bashford published
The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus speaker packs a bassy punch, and has custom EQ so you can ramp up the woofers even louder.
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