Millie is the Managing Editor of Homes at Tom's Guide. She's been reviewing home tech for over five years, testing everything from coffee makers to the latest vacuum cleaners.
Starting out in 2019 as a Staff Writer at TopTenReviews, Millie then moved on to Future's Homes portfolio, including Ideal Home, Homes&Gardens, Livingetc, Woman&Home and Real Homes, where she eventually oversaw all product testing as Head of Reviews.
With particular expertise in cookware and kitchen appliances, you'll struggle to find an air fryer Millie hasn't tested. She's traveled the world reporting on the latest home innovations and product launches, learning how to use pizza ovens from Pizzaiolos in Naples, and touring the De'Longhi factory in Venice. Millie is also an SCA-Certified barista.
When she's not reporting on home and appliance trends, Millie loves watching live music. She's currently learning the guitar - naturally, she plays a Fender.
Latest articles by Millie Fender

I tested Shark's FlexBreeze HydroGo misting fan in a heatwave — and now I can't live without it
By Millie Fender published
Big name, small design: the Shark FlexBreeze HydroGo is powerful, portable, and oh-so-refreshing

Experts recommend the 'DIY cool room' technique during a heatwave — here's how to do it
By Millie Fender last updated
Here's how this simple hack can keep energy bills low as the temperature stays high.

The best coffee maker in 2025
By Millie Fender last updated
I've tested dozens of coffee makers to find the top options for drip drinkers, espresso lovers, and pod coffee connoisseurs.

People are sprinkling used coffee grounds outside their front door this summer — and it's not as weird as it sounds
By Millie Fender last updated
You don't need to use chemicals to deter ants. Simply sprinkling this common kitchen waste outside your door can disrupt their path and send them packing.

Hotel Chocolat just dropped a new Velvetiser, and it can make hot and iced drinks
By Millie Fender published
You can make hot and iced drinks with Hotel Chocolat's new Velvetiser, and I can't wait to try it.

Best food processors 2025
By Millie Fender last updated
We tested the best food processors on the market to round up our ultimate top picks.

Best Cuisinart coffee makers
By Millie Fender last updated
Our roundup of the best Cuisinart coffee makers for every budget and type of coffee

You can stop searching — after weeks of testing, I can confirm that the Kamado Joe Konnected is the perfect grill
By Millie Fender published
I've been testing it for weeks, and I can't think of a single person who wouldn't love this grill.

People are spreading yogurt on their windows to beat the heat this summer — and there's a scientific reason
By Millie Fender published
People are covering their windows with this common breakfast ingredient to save them from the heatwave.

Cuisinart's new ice cream maker fixes my least favorite thing about the Ninja Creami, and costs half as much
By Millie Fender last updated
A magic wand that looks like an AeroPress and performs like a Creami

Best espresso machine 2025: Top picks from a certified barista
By Millie Fender last updated
Our editor-selected guide to the best espresso machines you can buy, and a guide to finding the right one for you.

I just tried Nespresso's limited-edition Pistachio collection, and it's the pop of color I didn't know my kitchen needed
By Millie Fender published
A pop of pistachio that will liven up any kitchen.

Best Nespresso machine 2025
By Millie Fender last updated
Nespresso machines come in all shapes and sizes, but which is right for you?

I'm tracking the best leftover Prime Day deals under $25 LIVE — last chance to save on Stanley, Apple, Lego, Skechers and more
By Olivia Halevy last updated
Find Prime Day deals on a budget with these sub-$25 deals

Last chance to beat the tariffs! My favorite coffee grinder gets more expensive next week, but it's 20% off in this Prime Day deal
By Millie Fender published
You have one more day to buy this Fellow coffee grinder before a tariff price hike.

This Vitamix blender is so good my mom 'borrowed' mine — and it's $200 off right now for Prime Day
By Millie Fender published
Sorry mom, but I can't live without it any more.

Huge Hey Dude Prime Day sale — my top 23 deals with up to 58% off
By Millie Fender published
I've hand-selected the top deals, starting at $27.

I've tested all the Ninja products on sale for Prime Day — here's the 9 you should actually buy
By Millie Fender published
A Home Editor selects the top 9 Ninja deals you should buy for Prime Day.

I'm a certified barista — and my favorite Prime Day deal is the Ninja Luxe Café for $100 off
By Millie Fender published
Ninja's game-changing Luxe Café coffee maker is 17% off in this Prime Day deal, but it ends soon.

I use my Le Creuset every day, and you can save up to 29% with these 7 Prime Day deals
By Millie Fender last updated
Huge savings on iconic cookware

Hurry! The Shark HydroGo misting fan is about to sell out, and it's 20% off for Prime Day
By Millie Fender last updated
You should buy the Shark HydroGo misting fan before it sells out.

Huge DeWalt sale — save up to 52% on must-have power tools with these 7 Prime Day sales
By Millie Fender published
Save up to 52% on DeWalt power tools this Prime Day with these 7 workbench-worthy deals

This Keurig coffee maker has 45,000 5-star reviews — and it's half off for Prime Day
By Millie Fender published
Save $71 on the Keurig K-Slim Slim this Prime Day
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