Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I'm so sick of everything being 'smart' — and the Dyson Airwrap i.d. I've been testing is the last straw
I've been using (and loving) the new Dyson Airwrap i.d. for weeks now, but there's one thing that's getting on my last nerve: its smart tech gimmicks.
I thought the Dyson Airwrap i.d. was total overkill — until I used it to style my hair
It's not just a premium product in price...
Breville Dose Control Pro review: I disagree with the haters
While it won’t impress serious coffee lovers, the Breville Dose Control Pro is an easy-to-use coffee grinder ideal for complete beginners.
Clever Dripper review: Way easier than a French Press
Clever Dripper is super easy to use, especially for people with very little time to brew a fresh coffee. It’s as easy as a French Press and tastes much better.
Ultimea Nova S50 soundbar review
The Ultimea Nova S50 is a budget soundbar with a wired subwoofer and Dolby Atmos. While it won’t impress movie lovers, it’s still a step up from TV speakers.
I tested the new AI-enabled Dyson Airwrap i.d. on my super damaged hair — the results shocked me
The new Dyson Airwrap i.d. has everything the previous iterations of the styler had, but with a twist: it can automatically curl your hair — kind of.
3 tips for making the perfect coffee at home — from an ex-barista
I used to be a barista, so I know making the best coffee can be hard. Let me show you how to make the best coffee at home.
I reviewed the luxe kettle in Meghan Markle's Netflix show — I love it, and it's currently on sale
Eagle-eyed viewers have spotted the famous Fellow Corvo kettle in Meghan Markle's new documentary, and I've been using it for 4 months.
Baratza Encore ESP review: Lives up to its hype
The Baratza Encore ESP is a perfect first coffee grinder for newbies, but I doubt its grinding capabilities will impress coffee aficionados.
Comandante C40 MK4 review: Worth every penny
The Comandante C40 MK4 hand coffee grinder is not just a beauty, it’s also amazingly well-made, and grinds coffee like no other. An entirely premium product.
Majority D80 review: Right out of the noughties
The Majority D80 speakers are compatible with a range of connection outputs, making them pretty versatile, but the sound quality is majorly lacking.
Sony HT-S100F soundbar review: The perfect TV speaker upgrade
The Sony HT-S100F is a simple, budget soundbar with no Dolby Atmos or smart home integration. But for just $99, the sound quality is amazing.
I pushed the new Dyson Airwrap i.d. to the limit with my frizzy damaged hair — and I'm never using another styler again
I've been using the brand-new Dyson Airwrap ID for a few days — here are my first impressions.
Bose Smart Soundbar (2024) review: A great smart home product, but it won’t impress movie fans
The Bose Smart Soundbar is a fantastic smart home product, but it won’t impress true hi-fi fanatics thanks to its lackluster bass and too-crisp treble.
Samsung HW-B650 review: An affordable home theater setup
The Samsung HW-B650 is a punchy soundbar + subwoofer combo with an impressive surround-sound experience, a range of playback modes, and great bass.
Cosori Dual Basket Air Fryer review
The Cosori Dual Basket air fryer is double the size for double the cooking. I made roast chicken, sausage rolls, pastries, veggies, and more, with no stress.
JBL Bar 1300X review: A lesson in how to make home cinema accessible
At $1,699, the JBL Bar 1300X isn’t the cheapest option on the market, but it is one of the best bang-for-buck soundbar systems out there.
Majority Elias review: I knew £99 for a Dolby Atmos soundbar was too good to be true
The Majority Elias is a super-budget soundbar. Priced at just £99, it claims it has Dolby Atmos — but it doesn’t. It has decent sound quality for TV, though.
Shure MoveMic 88+ microphone review: The ultimate wireless mic for content creators
The Shure MoveMic 88+ is one of the best microphones for video journalists and content creators. The completely wireless MoveMic 88+ provides crystal-clear audio quality.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Everything our expert reviewers loved and didn't
From the iPhone 16e to mirrorless and screen-free cameras, here's everything our expert reviewers liked or didn't from this week's testing.
I’ve reviewed tons of kitchen products — these are the 5 I actually use
I've reviewed loads of kitchen gadgets, but only a select few have earned their place as a regular in my kitchen. I walk you through the 5 that I use daily.
Move over, Ninja — I'll only buy air fryers with this one feature from now on
I test a lot of appliances, air fryers included. But if you want entertainment while cooking, there's nothing quite like the Philips 2000.
Kalita Wave Dripper review: Strike a pose for my new favorite pour-over
One of the simplest and most aesthetically pleasing brewing methods out there, the Kalita Wave is ideal for coffee purists, with clean extraction and easy use.
