Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I tested Wacaco’s new portable self-heating espresso maker, and it brews top-notch coffee… but at a cost
The Wacaco Pixapresso is a portable self-heating espresso machine that brews barista-quality coffee, but the battery life is a major shot in the foot.
Hario V60 vs Aeropress: Which manual brewer is best?
Which manual coffee maker is better, the AeroPress or the Hario V60? I compared them head-to-head.
I thought this Casabrews espresso machine wouldn't deliver — but I’m eating my words as I sip its delicious coffee
The Casabrews 3700 Essential is one of the cheapest espresso machines on the market, and with a few alterations, is also capable of brewing top-notch coffee.
Espresso machines can be tricky to master — here's my 3 favorite beginner-friendly machines for all home baristas
Espresso machines can be hard to learn, so I've rounded up the three most user-friendly machines so you can make coffee drinks from the get-go.
I've officially found my new favorite mid-range soundbar — it made me feel like I was at the movies
I recently tested the Samsung Q600F soundbar and subwoofer, and it's one of the best ways to achieve premium-quality sound on a mid-range budget.
I tested Samsung’s most affordable premium soundbar + subwoofer — and I felt like I was at a private movie theater built just for me
The Samsung Q600F soundbar + subwoofer is an affordable way to get cinematic sound quality at home, but there are no smart features.
This is the most beautiful air fryer I’ve ever seen — but thankfully it’s not just a pretty face
The Laura Ashley Air Fryer has a very specific user in mind: someone who loves a floral kitchen. Surprisingly, it’s not just a pretty face, but is pricey.
I tested the brand new Breville Oracle Dual Boiler, and it’s the most futuristic espresso machine I’ve ever used… for better or for worse
The Breville Oracle Dual Boiler is an ultra-modern espresso machine with a Baratza grinder, a huge range of recipes built in, and a commercial-grade steam wand.
You might be using your espresso machine wrong — I'm an ex-barista and here's what you need to do
I'm an ex-barista and now a home espresso enthusiast. Here are my top foolproof ways to level up your home espresso into a drink worthy of a coffee shop.
I'm an ex-barista — here's my top 3 espresso machines for every budget
I'm an ex-barista and now I review espresso machines, so I've tested loads of coffee makers. I've rounded up my top 3 recommendations from cheap to premium.
I've tested a ton of earbuds in the last year — here's my top picks under $50, $150 and $300
I review earbuds almost every week, so I've compiled my favorite budget, mid-range and premium options.
I'm a barista and I ditched my Breville Bambino Plus for this $129 espresso machine — is the $370 saving worth it?
I swapped out my Breville Bambino Plus for a $129 budget model for a week, and the results are what you'd expect... with a twist.
Bose vs Polk Audio: Which mid-range soundbar wins?
I put the Bose Smart Soundbar (2024) and the Polk Audio Signa S4 to the test, and the winner surprised even me.
I'm only excited about one pair of upcoming earbuds, and it's not the AirPods Pro 3
I love my AirPods Pro 2, but I'm not fussed about the upcoming AirPods Pro 3. The only new earbuds I care about are this $99 unassuming EarFun option.
I've been testing the new Breville Oracle Dual Boiler — here's my first impressions of this $3,000 espresso machine
The Breville Oracle Dual Boiler released today, but I've been testing it for a while now. This prosumer $3,000 model has a lot to love, but needs a little TLC.
I love my AirPods Pro 2 but I won't be buying the AirPods Pro 3 — here's why
Even though the AirPods Pro 3 are coming out imminently, I won't be upgrading from my AirPods Pro 2 for a multitude of reasons.
Don't fall for the Spotify Lossless hype — here's the streaming service you should use instead and why
Spotify Lossless is here, but I think there are much better music streaming services out there.
I hated running with a fiery passion — until I tried these workout earbuds
I just tested the H2O RIPT-Lite workout earbuds, and the sound quality blew me away. I found myself actually wanting to run just to use them again.
HyperX’s new streaming microphone looks like a Shure product, but does its sound quality match up? I tested it out
The HyperX FlipCast microphone is an XLR and USB-C mic with fantastic, effective AI noise cancellation and a groovy RGB LED panel, perfect for streamers.
I wasn’t expecting much when I tested these inconspicuous H2O Audio workout earbuds — but they hooked me instantly
The H2O Audio RIPT-Lite earbuds are great for working out thanks to the lightweight and compact design, bass-heavy EQ, and IPX5 durability rating.
I tried a pair of $99 earbuds and they sound almost identical to my AirPods — I'm blown away
I tested out EarFun's unreleased earbuds, the Air Pro 4+, and they sound utterly fantastic thanks to the dual drivers. I can't believe these earbuds are $99.
These utterly bizarre open-back headphones look like something out of a sci-fi movie — and I'm obsessed
I tried out the just-announced JLab JBuds Open Headphones at IFA 2025, and the $99 open-backed headphones are utterly fantastic.
I just went hands-on with this retro boom box that's also an amp, cassette player and karaoke machine — and it's one of my favorite gadgets of the year
I just got to test the We Are Rewind GB-001 speaker for the first time, and it's super unique. It's a Bluetooth speaker, and has five more listening modes.
