Latest articles by Erin Bashford
Igloo Marine Ultra 54 Cooler review
The Igloo Marine Ultra 54 Cooler is a mid-range cooler that keeps food cold for a couple of days, even when not stuffed to the brim, and is easy to maintain.
Coleman Classic Cooler review
Coleman Classic Cooler comes in a range of sizes, up to a massive 100 quarts. While it fell short of Coleman’s ‘5 days cool’ claim, it’s still a good option.
Apparently scientists have created the "perfect" pour-over coffee method — so of course I tried it out
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
As a kitchen gadget reviewer, I've tested my fair share of cooking appliances. But one stands out amongst the crowd.
Edifier LolliClip review
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
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.
Campsites just got a whole lot more caffeinated — I tested Yeti’s first pour-over dripper and it’s a force to be reckoned with
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
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
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.
Coffeemakers don’t get much easier than this — here’s why I think the Moccamaster Cup-One is a perfect lazy day brewer
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.
I tested this hand-crank coffee grinder perfect for traveling — it even comes with a carry case
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.
I’m sick of hearing about AI, but I’ve actually found an AI assistant I like — and it’s not ChatGPT or Gemini
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
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
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.
I just tested this state-of-the-art $179 Ninja blender — but it performs like a Vitamix
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.
I thought French press was for people who didn't like coffee... now I see the error of my ways
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.
I just tested one of the most impressive gaming mics — and it’s only $89
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.
These Edifier earbuds are perfect for detail listeners — but there’s a tariff-shaped hitch
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
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.
I just tested the luxurious new coffee machine made by the brand that ‘invented espresso’ — and it’s the closest you can get to professional coffee at home
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.
I used this oscillating electric toothbrush with swinging bristles every day for a week and it left me with pristine teeth… yet I’m still a little confused
The Laifen Wave toothbrush does its one job well (clean teeth), but its overly excited swinging head also hurt my gums during testing.
I didn’t think this $159 electric milk foamer could make barista-quality microfoam — I was so very wrong
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.
I’m over boring air fryers — this mini oven is also an air fryer, and it puts Ninja to shame
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.
I tested Sennheiser’s new wireless mic setup that’s basically microphone Tetris — it’s ideal for on-the-go videographers who need convenience
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.
