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I thought testing bread makers would be easy. 36 loaves later, I may have lost the plot

Our tester pushed her love of bread, and freezer space, to the limit in pursuit of the perfect homemade loaf. Plus, the best Kindles for every budget

The Guardian - UK · Oct 26

Get cosy: a stylish scarf, a comfy mattress topper and other buys you loved in September

Your other favourites included a lovely lamp, timeless jeans and a heated airer. Hunker down, anyone?

The Guardian - UK · Sep 28

‘The only hat you’ll ever need’: the travel essentials that made your holiday better

Snack packs, swim fins, and a foundation brush for applying sun cream … we asked you for the one thing worth making suitcase space for

The Guardian - UK · Jul 5

The best Black Friday deals in the UK under £50: eye serum, headphones and the ultimate travel mug

Black Friday isn’t all about pricey electronics. Here are all our favourite 2025 deals under £50

The Guardian - UK · Nov 26, 2025

The Filter is one! 50 things we loved this year, from a sleep mask to the perfect pan

Twelve months, thousands of tests and a revolutionary potato masher – here are our ultimate favourites, chosen by readers and writers

The Guardian - UK · Oct 10, 2025

When is the best time to prune? Expert tips for healthier plants

Timely pruning can greatly improve the health and appearance of plants and trees. Here, we explain when is the best time to prune the plants in the yard.

TopTenReviews · Aug 31, 2024

Anvil pruner vs bypass pruner—which pruning shears to use?

Our gardening writer will take you through the cutting capabilities of two popular types of pruning shears that are designed for different tasks: anvil pruners and bypass pruners.

TopTenReviews · Aug 11, 2024

How to choose pruning shears—experts explain

Find the right gear to prune plants, trees and shrubs with our essential guide on how to choose pruning shears.

TopTenReviews · Jul 7, 2024

10 plants not to prune during Spring— according to an expert

An RHS gardener weighs in on which plants you should avoid pruning during springtime, from lilacs to honeysuckles.

TopTenReviews · May 23, 2024

Segway Navimow i105N robot lawn mower review: smarter, simpler, superior?

I put the new-for-2024 Segway Navimow i105N robotic lawnmower through its paces in a hands-on backyard test. Here's what it did for my lawn...

TopTenReviews · May 12, 2024