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 just discovered this simple hack to tell if you're brewing good espresso — and I wish I learned it sooner
By Millie Fender published
A coffee expert shares this 'simple visual cue' to help you fix it.

I tested Shark's FlexBreeze HydroGo misting fan in a heatwave — and now I can't live without it
By Millie Fender published
Editor's ChoiceBig 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.

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 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
Editor's ChoiceI'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

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.

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.

Don't be a melt — this futuristic air conditioning unit is £200 off for Prime Day, and it will save you from the heatwave
By Millie Fender published
Your sweaty future self called — they want you to buy this air conditioner.

Act fast! The viral Ninja Slushi is finally on sale with this 12% Prime Day saving
By Millie Fender published
The Ninja Slushi is on sale for Prime Day, and it's a heatwave hero.

I'm a certified coffee snob — and the machine I recommend to everyone is 25% off for Prime Day now
By Millie Fender published
The Barista Express is ideal for beginners, and it's under £500 for Prime Day.

Don't overwork your AC — experts say 'pre-cooling' your home is the best way to keep your energy bills low
By Millie Fender published
The key to lowering your energy bill in a heatwave.

I spent a day in LG's Smart Cottage — is this the future of smart homes?
By Millie Fender published
LG is synonymous with home appliances and during a recent trip to the brand's home city of Seoul, Tom's Guide got to see what it's working on.

I went hands-on with LG's coffee-making robot — here's what happened
By Millie Fender published
Duobo is cute, smart, and brews extra-strong.

Sage's latest release is the drip coffee maker we've all been waiting for, and it's only £249
By Millie Fender published
Sage has just given its best-known drip coffee maker a long-overdue upgrade.

Dyson just dropped a new Airwrap with a game-changing straightening attachment
By Millie Fender published
There's a new Dyson Airwrap in town — the Co-anda 2x is smaller, lighter, and twice as powerful

I tried Shark's new misting fan at a family BBQ — and it ended up drenching my in-laws
By Millie Fender published
Shark's new misting line is the fan of the summer, but there's one thing I want you to know before you buy

Ninja Luxe Café vs Ninja Luxe Café Pro: which coffee maker should you buy?
By Millie Fender published
I compared the new Ninja Luxe Café Pro to the original Luxe Café — here's what you need to know

I just tested Shark's FlexBreeze misting fan — and it cools you off like a cucumber in a lux grocery store
By Millie Fender last updated
Without the Shark FlexBreeze I would be a human puddle, and it's 20% off in the summer sale

I've got a $1,500 coffee maker with a cold brew setting, but I always go back to this cheap gadget to make my iced coffee
By Millie Fender last updated
This $25 gadget makes any coffee iced in under a minute, and it couldn't be easier to use
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