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Household appliances

Our experts review the best new household appliances in tried and tested guides

Find all our reviews of household appliances here. Whether you're looking for a new washer dryer, a dehumidifier to reduce excess moisture in your home or a portable heater to keep you warm, we've got you covered. We'll also keep you updated on the latest deals on home appliances here.

Our top home appliance picks

<p>We considered energy efficiency, how easy the appliances were to use and, of course, price </p>
Household Appliances

Best washing machines in 2024, tried and tested

In a spin about which washing machine to buy? Our tried and tested guide has you covered

Household Appliances

Best washing machines in 2024, tried and tested

In a spin about which washing machine to buy? Our tried and tested guide has you covered

<p>We considered energy efficiency, how easy the appliances were to use and, of course, price </p>
<p>From small and quiet to big and mighty, we put these damp-busters to the test</p>
Household Appliances

Best dehumidifiers 2024, tried and tested at home

We recommend taking a machine’s drying capacity as your main guide on a washer-dryer’s suitability for your household
Household Appliances

10 best washer-dryer machines that will make doing your laundry easier

<p>These mean steam machines were tested on school shirts, dresses, bed linen and more </p>
Household Appliances

7 best steam irons that make light work of stubborn creases

<p>Heated rails are gentler on stitching and materials, compared with using a tumble dryer – these are the best to buy </p>
Household Appliances

Best heated clothes airers 2024, tried and tested

<p>Heated rails are gentler on stitching and materials, compared with using a tumble dryer – these are the best to buy </p>
Household Appliances

Best heated clothes airers 2024, tried and tested

<p>Look for timers and remote controls to crank up the heat, without ever having to emerge from your blanket</p>
Household Appliances

12 best electric heaters for keeping your home warm, tried and tested

<p>Stay cool as a cucumber, with these wearable, handheld and quiet models </p>
Household Appliances

Best fans 2024: Tried and tested models to keep you cool

More reviews and deals on household appliances

<p>These energy-efficient appliances can help dry your laundry, too </p>
Household Appliances

Best dehumidifier deals November 2024

<p>The dehumidifier is available in store now </p>
Household Appliances

Aldi’s dehumidifier offers a cheap way to ditch the damp this winter

<p>We picked a range of microwaves that had different functions to try and find the best for all those who enjoy microwave cooking</p>
Household Appliances

Best microwaves for cooking meals in minutes

<p>Finding a machine you love can make the difference between giving up on your new hobby at the first hurdle, or nurturing it into a lifelong passion</p>
Household Appliances

Best sewing machines for 2024, tested by an expert

Household Appliances

Aldi’s affordable heated clothes airer is back

<p>We looked for quiet and easy-to-use models, and handed out bonus points for smart features</p>
Household Appliances

Best air purifiers 2024, tried and tested

<p>The rechargable tool has a 40-minute run-time </p>
Household Appliances

Aldi’s window vacuum cleaner looks perfect for tackling condensation

<p>It’s a cost-effective way to keep cool</p>
Household Appliances

Beat the heatwave with John Lewis’ stylish handheld fan - just £12

<p>Whether you’re working from home or wilting during the commute, these fans have you covered </p>
Household Appliances

Fans with next-day delivery to keep you cool during the heatwave

Household Appliances

Fans with next-day delivery to keep you cool during the heatwave

<p>Whether you’re working from home or wilting during the commute, these fans have you covered </p>
<p>These gadgets can kill 99 per cent of bacteria in just one minute of steaming </p>
Household Appliances

Best clothes steamers 2024, tried and tested

<p>Steam cleaners can kill 99.99 per cent of germs, without using harsh chemicals </p>
Household Appliances

Best steam cleaners and mops 2024, tried and tested

<p>If you’re looking for a fast and effective cooldown, the Levoit tower fan is the one for you</p>
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This tower fan blew us away with its performance – and it has 30% off

<p>The fan doubles up as an air purifier, helping you with your summer allergies </p>
Household Appliances

Dyson’s air-purifying fan is on sale in time for the UK heatwave

<p>The fan doubles up as an air purifier, helping you with your summer allergies </p>
Household Appliances

Dyson’s air-purifying fan is on sale in time for the UK heatwave

<p>We took into account the price, portability and cooling ability</p>
Household Appliances

Best portable air conditioners 2024, tried and tested ACs

<p>Even paper clips and staples are no match for the more-powerful contenders in our line-up </p>
Tech

Best paper shredders for home use 2024, tried and tested

<p>The bladeless model comes with a digital touch screen and a remote control </p>
Household Appliances

Aldi’s £40 bladeless fan will help you keep cool this summer

<p>We’ve tested a bunch of different models to find the best </p>
Household Appliances

Best air coolers 2024, tried and tested

<p>Wood, tile and vinyl flooring scrub up a treat with the right tools </p>
Household Appliances

Best floor mops for sparkling results, tried and tested

<p>The cordless model is an updated version of an IndyBest favourite</p>
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Get £50 off Shark’s handheld vacuum cleaner right now

<p>Made from lightweight aluminium, Asda’s heated airer is portable enough to move around your home </p>
Household Appliances

Asda’s heated clothes airer has been discounted to just £30

<p>From cameras and washing machines to dishwashers and boilers, save on repair costs with this top tip </p>
Household Appliances

Domestic & General helped me save money when repairing my appliance

<p>The cordless model is an updated version of an IndyBest favourite</p>
SPONSORED

Get £50 off Shark’s handheld vacuum cleaner right now

<p>Made from lightweight aluminium, Asda’s heated airer is portable enough to move around your home </p>
Household Appliances

Asda’s heated clothes airer has been discounted to just £30

<p>From cameras and washing machines to dishwashers and boilers, save on repair costs with this top tip </p>
Household Appliances

Domestic & General helped me save money when repairing my appliance

<p>Keep warm and save money with this IndyBest-approved appliance </p>
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This IndyBest-approved electric heater is reduced by more than 20%

SPONSORED

This IndyBest-approved electric heater is reduced by more than 20%

<p>Keep warm and save money with this IndyBest-approved appliance </p>
<p>If there’s one investment to make this winter, it’s got to be this </p>
Household Appliances

This heated clothes airer has been reduced by nearly £50

<p>Amazon has reduced the Monhouse model by 22 per cent </p>
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This portable dehumidifier is just £34.99, thanks to Amazon’s deal

<p>Heated clothes airers are designed to help wet laundry dry out more effectively </p>
Household Appliances

Where to buy a heated electric clothes airer at the best price

<p>Dunelm’s heated airer with wings can hold 10kg of washing </p>
Household Appliances

This £40 heated airer will dry clothes fast

<p>Dunelm’s heated airer with wings can hold 10kg of washing </p>
Household Appliances

This £40 heated airer will dry clothes fast

<p>Now’s the time to bag a bargain on Ninja’s kitchen appliances</p>
Deals

Ninja’s sale sees deals on air fryers, barbecues and more

<p>We tested each ironing board on sheets, shirts and delicate items</p>
Household Appliances

Best ironing boards 2023, tried and tested

<p>The chip shortage is officially over and intelligent air purifier fans are back! </p>
Household Appliances

Dyson just launched a formaldehyde-killing air-purifying fan

<p>Save on cordless vacuums, air purifiers and more </p>
IndyBest

There’s 20% off Dyson products at Ebay’s refurbished hub

<p>You can buy appliances from Amazon, Argos and Screwfix right now </p>
Household Appliances

Where to buy dehumidifiers 2022: Latest stock updates

<p>The 600ml capacity appliance is one of the cheapest on the market </p>
Household Appliances

Silentnight’s dehumidifier will help reduce damp and dry laundry

<p>The household appliance is cheaper than most on the market</p>
Household Appliances

Dunelm’s new heated clothes airer will help you save money this winter

<p>The clothes airer boasts an impressive 21m of heated drying space across three tiers of rails </p>
Household Appliances

Easylife XL heated airer review: Unnecessary expense or drying hero?

<p>Clothes hang down inside the pod, meaning fewer creases and less ironing (hurrah!) </p>
Household Appliances

Is Lakeland’s Dry:Soon heated clothes airer a laundry hero?

<p>The airer is available in store from Sunday 23 October </p>
Household Appliances

Lidl’s heated clothes airer rivals Aldi’s for affordability

<p>These nifty machines dry clothes by extracting moisture from the surroundings </p>
Household Appliances

Ditch the damp with this Amazon deal on a PureMate dehumidifier

Household Appliances

Ditch the damp with this Amazon deal on a PureMate dehumidifier

<p>These nifty machines dry clothes by extracting moisture from the surroundings </p>
<p>Depending on their wattage, dehumidifiers cost between 10p and 30p an hour to run </p>
Household Appliances

This dehumidifier could halve your clothes drying times this winter

<p>The device offers up to 30C of heat from just 500 watts of power</p>
Household Appliances

This plug in mini heater will help you keep costs down this winter

<p>Most ceramic models use a small fan to distribute warm air around your room</p>
Household Appliances

The affordable ceramic portable heaters to help keep your home warm

<p>We tested this machine on our four-bedroom home, to find out if its battery life would last </p>
Household Appliances

This AEG vacuum made light work of our least-favourite household task

<p>We tested this machine on our four-bedroom home, to find out if its battery life would last </p>
Household Appliances

This AEG vacuum made light work of our least-favourite household task

<p>If you’re in a hard water area, go for a protruding rubber-coated nozzle to make it easier to remove any limescale </p>
Bathroom

8 best shower heads: Practical designs to refresh any bathroom

<p>Say goodbye to crumpled garms, this will be your most used home appliance in no time </p>
Household Appliances

The Steamery cirrus 3 is perfect if you’re like me and hate ironing

<p>Its 26 speeds can be altered using a remote control or via an app on your smartphone</p>
Household Appliances

Duux’s IndyBest-approved fan has a cool £50 off

<p>Pre-order now for a cool night’s sleep this summer</p>
Household Appliances

Aldi’s tower fan brings the breeze for a very cool price

<p>We didn’t just stop at steaming our floors, but cleaned everything from oven to garden shed doors </p>
Household Appliances

Dupray’s neat steam cleaner is a powerful and portable mop alternative

<p>We considered design, drying time and effectiveness </p>
Household Appliances

Dunelm’s heated airer is a fast track to dry, crease-free clothing

<p>The device’s oscillating heads work similarly to an electric toothbrush </p>
Household Appliances

Aldi’s sonic scrubber dupe is just £7.99

<p>Create usage schedules and even personalise the filter experience to target odours and allergens </p>
Household Appliances

Philips expert series 3000i review: Efficient and affordable

<p>Ousting almost all pollutants from the air, the appliance keeps nasty bacteria and viruses at bay </p>
Household Appliances

Philips 2000 series 3-in-1 purifier, fan and heater AMF220 review

<p>We considered the differences between this affordable model and BlueAir’s other premium device </p>
Household Appliances

BlueAir blue 3210 review: A whisper-quiet air purifier on a budget

<p>The appliance relies on H20 alone to power through grime and bacteria – even on the dreaded oven </p>
Household Appliances

Full steam ahead? We review Hoover’s steam capsule 2 in 1 cleaner

Household Appliances

Full steam ahead? We review Hoover’s steam capsule 2 in 1 cleaner

<p>The appliance relies on H20 alone to power through grime and bacteria – even on the dreaded oven </p>
<p>Can it really clean carpets to shower screens, and pretty much everything in between?</p>
Household Appliances

Vileda variable powered steam mop: Is it just hot air?

<p>A descaling cartridge may not sound exciting, but it really made a difference </p>
Household Appliances

Kärcher steam cleaner SC 3 easyfix review

<p>The cleaner boasts dual function capabilities at a relatively low price point</p>
Household Appliances

Did the Eufy RoboVac G10 Hybrid leave our floors sparkling?

<p>Upgrade your earbuds or TV with these time-limited savings </p>
Deals

Very’s ‘very’ big home and electricals sale has arrived

<p>Upgrade your earbuds or TV with these time-limited savings </p>
Deals

Very’s ‘very’ big home and electricals sale has arrived

<p>We considered ease of use, design and functionality </p>
Household Appliances

We put Dyson’s new £600 air purifier to the test

<p>Whether it’s new headphones or a coffee machine, now’s the time nab a bargain</p>
Tech

Currys launches huge bank holiday sale with deals on TVs and more

<p>More powerful than your standard mop, this steam cleaner can tackle the toughest of stains</p>
Household Appliances

We put the new Shark steam cleaner to the test – but does it deliver?

<p>Run, don’t walk: Amazon’s slashed the price of one of its bestselling brands</p>
Deals

Save 30% on Mrs Hinch’s favourite steam cleaner brand

<p>Choose from subscription services to more eco alternatives</p>
Household Appliances

8 best dishwasher tablets for sparkling clean glasses and crockery

<p>Said to be the world’s smallest dishwasher, it is small enough to fit on a worktop but big enough for two people</p>
Household Appliances

Is the Daan Tech Bob mini dishwasher worth the £350 price tag?

<p>The heater can be controlled from your phone and has 3D air circulation </p>
Household Appliances

Lidl is selling a smart fan heater for just £50

<p>Think about your needs in terms of efficiency, energy consumption, sound levels and speed </p>
Household Appliances

Dishwasher buying guide 2021: Everything you need to know

<p>This gadget promises to reduce cleaning time by up to 57 per cent</p>
Household Appliances

Mrs Hinch swears by this ‘gamechanging’ £18.99 cleaning tool

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