Katie Mortram
Katie looks after everything homes-related, from kitchen appliances, to laundry products, to gardening tools. She also covers smart home technology, so is the best point of contact for any product recommendations around the home! She has tested and reviewed kitchen appliances for over 6 years, having previously worked for the Good Housekeeping Institute as a Product Tester and the Manager of the Homes department.
Consequently, she has extensive experience in developing testing protocols as well as a knowledgeable background in her field. She specializes in MDAs, such as washing machines and dishwashers, but she also has a passion for sustainability and eco-friendly solutions. As a result, she’s constantly giving advice on ways to reduce energy as well as water consumption around the home.
In her time at Tom’s Guide, she has also compiled countless ‘how to clean’ features, and her home is immaculate as a result. If you need advice on stain removal, or want to remove limescale from your shower door, she’s got you covered. Katie has tested all kinds of appliances in her home, including electric kettles, coffee machines and robot vacuums to name a few, so she knows the difference between a satisfactory performance and a quality product. Her aim is to help every consumer find the best product to suit their circumstances, whatever the budget and preferences.
Latest articles by Katie Mortram
How to get rid of wasps — and keep them away from your home
By Katie Mortram last updated
Need to know how to keep wasps away from your home? Try our top tips to keep these pests at bay.
How to get rid of roaches quickly and safely
By Cynthia Lawrence, Katie Mortram last updated
Knowing how to get rid of roaches the right way can save you time, effort and frustration.
How to get rid of crabgrass without damaging your lawn
By Katie Mortram, Camilla Sharman last updated
Knowing how to get rid of crabgrass can keep your lawn looking neat and tidy. Here, we breakdown how to deal with this weed.
How to make your grass greener in 9 easy steps
By Katie Mortram last updated
Want to know how to make grass greener? It’s a simple process and here we take you through what to do step-by-step.
Robot vacuum buying guide—what you need to know
By Katie Mortram last updated
Not sure where to start your search for a robot vacuum? It doesn't matter how little or how much you want to spend, there's a cleaning robot out there for everyone.
How to dethatch a lawn for healthier grass
By Katie Mortram, Camilla Sharman last updated
Want to know how to dethatch a lawn? Here, we take you through what you need to do and when you need to do it.
My favorite gadget of 2023 takes Dyson vacuums to a new level
By Katie Mortram published
My favorite gadget of 2023 lets you turn a Dyson vacuum into an electric mop.
Last-minute smart light deal is a must for making your home shine over the holidays
By Katie Mortram published
Make your home shine for the holidays with this must-have smart light deal — it’s never been cheaper.
Here's the one digital photo frame feature you must start using in 2024
By Katie Mortram published
Digital photo frames just got better with this one feature.
9 best gifts for gardeners — last-minute deals on pruning shears, gardening gloves and more
By Katie Mortram last updated
Shopping for someone with a green thumb this Christmas? Look no further.
23 best gifts for coffee lovers 2023 — last-minute deals on coffee makers, espresso machines and accessories
By Katie Mortram last updated
Shopping for a coffee lover this Christmas? Check out these gifts.
7 mistakes to avoid when buying holiday gifts
By Katie Mortram published
Don’t make any of these mistakes when shopping for gifts this year.
I’ve never seen a coffee maker cheaper than this Keurig Cyber Monday deal
By Katie Mortram published
Keurig coffee maker is down to just $49 in this Cyber Monday sale — but, there’s only two colors left.
It’s freezing in bed right now — here’s 3 Cyber Monday heated blanket deals to keep you warm this winter
By Katie Mortram published
Stay warm this winter with these 3 Cyber Monday heated blanket deals.
Cyber Monday Deal Alert! Dyson’s new Airstrait just hit lowest price ever
By Katie Mortram published
Dyson’s latest hair care tool just got reduced to the lowest price ever.
3 best Cyber Monday deals on Dyson hair dryers — Airwrap, Supersonic and more
By Katie Mortram published
I’ve found 3 of the best Cyber Monday deals on Dyson hair dryers you can buy now.
Nespresso Cyber Monday deals 2023: best sales still available
By Katie Mortram published
Want to treat yourself to a new Nespresso machine? Check out these Cyber Monday Nespresso deals you can still get right now.
I test kitchen appliances for a living — these 3 Cyber Monday Ninja deals are the cheapest they’ve ever been
By Katie Mortram last updated
Looking for Cyber Monday Ninja deals? I’ve found 3 deals that have never been cheaper.
Black Friday robot vacuum deals — 19 best sales l recommend now
By Katie Mortram last updated
Whether you’re after a robot vacuum or robot mop, we’ve found the best Black Friday deals live now.
Black Friday Keurig deals 2023 — save up to 50% on these top picks
By Katie Mortram published
If you're looking for an affordable coffee maker, these are the best Keurig Black Friday deals right now.
I test air fryers for a living — these 5 Black Friday deals are the best I’ve seen
By Katie Mortram published
I’ve tested air fryers for years — these are the 5 Black Friday deals I recommend.
I test major appliances for a living — here are 5 Black Friday deals I’d buy
By Katie Mortram published
Need a new washing machine, dishwasher or dryer? Check out these Black Friday deals.
I test air purifiers for a living — here's my 7 favorite Black Friday deals
By Katie Mortram published
Want to invest in a new air purifier this Black Friday, but not sure which to choose? I’ve rounded up 7 of the best deals here.
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