Nikita is a Senior Writer on the Reviews team at Tom's Guide. She is a lifelong gaming and photography enthusiast, especially interested in wildlife photography. Having worked as a Sub Editor and Writer for Canon EMEA, she’s a bit of a grammar nerd (and a supporter of the Oxford comma), and has also interviewed photographers from all over the world and working in different genres.
A holder of two master’s degrees, the most recent one being in Magazine Journalism from Cardiff University, Nikita’s work has appeared in several publications such as Motor Sport Magazine, NME, Marriott Bonvoy, The Independent, and Metro. Her favorite tech includes the PS5, the DJI Air 3S, and the Fujifilm X-T50. She's also a licensed drone pilot and cameras expert so you'll find her testing those nearly every week.
In her downtime, Nikita can usually be found sinking hours into RPGs on her PS5, flying a drone, out on a walk with a camera in hand, at a concert, watching F1, or planning her next tattoo. You can follow her photography account on Instagram here.
Latest articles by Nikita Achanta

The Epomaker Glyph, my dream keyboard, just got a 20% price cut, and it’s easily the best mechanical keyboard deal right now
By Nikita Achanta published
The Epomaker Glyph is one of the best mechanical keyboards I've ever tested and right now, it's 20% off for Prime Day. An unmissable deal!

I review drones for a living and these are my 9 favorite affordable options for summer flying from DJI, Potensic and more
By Nikita Achanta published
I fly drones for a living so if you want to take up aerial photography this summer, I've got you covered. These are my favorite Prime Day drone deals this week.

I’ve found the 11 best board game deals this Amazon Prime Day — up to 46% off on Catan, Monopoly, and games you’ve never heard of (but should try)
By Nikita Achanta last updated
Prime Day is a fantastic time to pick up a new board game or grab an all-time classic, and I've handpicked the best board game deals for you.

No, you can't buy the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 in the U.S. — but you can get the Osmo Pocket 3 for $90 off right now
By Nikita Achanta published
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is a fantastic gimbal camera which is why it's a shame that it isn't available in the U.S. But its predecessor is available and it's $90 off.

I just tested ‘the perfect monitor for MacBook users’ with Nano-texture glass — and it's $600 cheaper than the Apple Studio Display
By Nikita Achanta published
I've spent the last week testing the BenQ MA270S and as a MacBook user, this is the Apple Studio Display I've been waiting for.

I’ve taken over 6,000 photos on the Canon EOS R6 Mark III — here are my favorite portraits, wildlife, and landscape shots
By Nikita Achanta published
I've spent the last two weeks testing the Canon EOS R6 Mark III and after taking 6,000 photos on it, I'm seriously impressed. Here are my favorite photos.

I thought I could be the life of the party with the Soundboks Mix — but its shortcomings make me want to buy another party speaker instead
By Nikita Achanta published
I've spent the last week testing the Soundboks Mix and while this party speaker is good, its closest competition blows it out of the water. Here's why.

Tom’s Guide readers told me they’d never buy a TKL keyboard — so I’ve handpicked my top keyboards with a number pad, starting at just $44
By Nikita Achanta published
Whether you're looking for a mechanical or Hall Effect keyboard with a number pad, I've got you covered with my top-rated picks, ranging from $44 to $259!

I just tested Soundboks’ portable party speaker — and it’s so close to be being great
By Nikita Achanta published
The Soundboks Mix is a powerful and incredibly loud party speaker, which delivers ground-shaking bass and 40 hours of battery life. But it has some flaws.

Best mirrorless cameras in 2026
By Peter Wolinski last updated
The best mirrorless cameras for photographers of all types, experience levels, and budgets.

Forget Apple Studio Display — I just tested the BenQ MA270S and its Nano-texture glass display is ‘one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen’
By Nikita Achanta published
Editor's ChoiceThe BenQ MA270S boasts outstanding color coverage and accuracy, and thanks to seamless Apple compatibility, it's a great Apple Studio Display alternative.

I’ve taken over 6,000 photos on the Canon EOS R6 Mark III — and this feature-packed camera is nothing short of a mid-range masterpiece
By Nikita Achanta published
Editor's ChoiceThe Canon EOS R6 Mark III is an excellent mid-range camera, boasting a 32.5MP sensor for detailed, beautiful photos, 7K Open Gate video, and 40fps drive.

Best cheap cameras in 2026
By Peter Wolinski last updated
The best cheap cameras prove that image quality and budget prices aren't mutually exclusive.

The game I always play to test gaming headsets is getting a sequel — here’s why Control is the best test for bass, treble and spatial audio
By Nikita Achanta published
I play a lot of games to test gaming headsets, from Expedition 33 to F1 25, but I never skip Control because of its eerie soundscape and great combat sounds.

I've tested nearly 100 keyboards and finally found my dream deck — here’s why the Epomaker Glyph is my new favorite
By Nikita Achanta published
For the last two weeks, I've been typing on the typewriter-style Epomaker Glyph, and its sound, design and typing experience have truly won me over.

Can a budget PS5 headset actually make games sound immersive? I ditched my $299 Razer for the $69 PowerA LucidSound LS500 to find out
By Nikita Achanta published
You don't have to spend loads to get immersive sound in video games, and the PowerA LucidSound LS500 proves it. Here's what I love and hate about it.

The $69 PowerA LucidSound LS500 is a fantastic PS5 headset — and it’s coming for Turtle Beach’s crown
By Nikita Achanta published
RecommendedThe PowerA LucidSound LS500 is a powerful and competent headset. For just $69, it offers great sound quality and all-day comfort. But it does have some flaws.

I’ve walked over 75,000 steps in the Columbia Tellurix Titanium OutDry — and these rugged, waterproof boots are great for hikes but not everyday wear
By Nikita Achanta published
The Columbia Tellurix Titanium OutDry are great hiking boots as they're rugged, waterproof and sport a durable build. But they aren't made for everyday wear.

‘The most absurd and wonderful keyboard I’ve ever typed on’: I tested the typewriter-style Epomaker Glyph and it’s earned a permanent spot on my desk
By Nikita Achanta published
Editor's ChoiceThe Epomaker Glyph is a wonderful keyboard to type on, thanks to its responsive linear switches, typewriter-like design and sound profile, and dual screens.

I just tested MSI’s $749 QD-OLED monitor — and the X50’s 500Hz refresh rate and colorful panel deliver a phenomenal gaming experience
By Nikita Achanta published
RecommendedThe MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 is an excellent gaming monitor boasting a 500Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response time, accurate colors and great color reproduction.

I ditched my $54 JBL Go 5 to listen to music on the $49 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 speaker — and 8BitDo does something JBL doesn't
By Nikita Achanta last updated
I've been testing the 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 speaker and though it doesn't sound as full-bodied as the JBL Go 5, its cute looks and long battery life have won me over.

007 First Light feels like the perfect origin story — and it made me care about James Bond again
By Nikita Achanta published
I wasn't sold on 007 First Light at reveal, but after finishing it, it's one of the best games I've played and rekindled my love for James Bond.

Gimmick or genius? I was skeptical about the Logitech M850L’s built-in cushioned palm rest — then I tested it
By Nikita Achanta published
The Logitech M850L is the brand's first mouse with a built-in cushioned palm rest and though it sounds gimmicky, it's actually useful. Here's how.

‘I never thought cheap wired earbuds could sound so good’: here's how the $39 Dunu Titan X change the budget hi-res game
By Nikita Achanta published
You don't need to spend big bucks to hear outstanding hi-res audio, and the $39 Dunu Titan X are an excellent choice for music fans on a budget.

‘The endgame of budget productivity mice’: I tested the $49 Logitech M850L and its built-in cushioned palm rest delivers unparalleled comfort
By Nikita Achanta published
Editor's ChoiceThe Logitech M850L is the brand's first mouse with a built-in cushioned palm rest which delivers unparalleled comfort for all-day work, and it costs just $49.
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