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We've tested the best pillows for side sleepers, neck pain and much more
We've tried and tested the best pillows from all the leading brand names to curate our top recommendations for side sleepers, back sleepers, front sleepers, neck pain, and much much more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best vacuum cleaner - 9 must-have models that have been tried and tested in real homes
We've reviewed the best vacuum cleaners, from pet hair solutions to cordless models, to help you find the right one for your cleaning needs
By Lauren Bradbury
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Best patio cleaner 2025: tried-and-tested picks for pristine paths and patios
We've reviewed the best patio cleaner for every space and need
By Rachael Penn
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I’ve tried over 150 sofas and these are the 12 best sofas I’d recommend
Whether you're after the best budget sofa or the most comfortable one, these are the best sofas I've ever tried
By Sara Hesikova
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How we test mattresses at Ideal Home
Our in-house mattress review process puts bestselling and newly launched mattresses through their paces to find our tried-and-tested favourites – here's how...
By Amy Lockwood
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The best cast iron cookware — the pieces our Kitchen Appliances Editor recommends you buy for your kitchen
From skillets to casseroles, the best cast iron cookware will last a lifetime and look the part in any kitchen space. Featuring Le Creuset, Staub, and more
By Molly Cleary
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The best mattresses – tested by our experts for a great night’s sleep
Top recommendations for all budgets and sleepers, from Simba, Emma, Tempur, Hypnos, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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I’ve smelt over a hundred reed diffusers from budget to luxury – these are the 9 that I would buy for my home
These are the 9 best reed diffusers for every occasion and every budget that I've tried
By Sara Hesikova
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We tested the best ironing boards in 2025 to easily de-crease your laundry pile
Our picks of the best ironing boards from Brabantia, Joseph Joseph, Beldray and more
By Jenny McFarlane
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The 7 best mattress toppers I've tested – offering comfort, cushioning, and breathability
After testing each one on my own bed, I think these are the best mattress toppers to invest in
By Amy Lockwood
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The best handheld vacuum cleaners – our top 5, reviewed
Tackle spills, crumbs and pet hair in a hurry with the best handheld vacuum cleaners
By Molly Cleary
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Best pans for induction hobs – tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Investing in new pans for your energy-efficient induction hob? Here are my top picks of induction friendly cookware
By Jessica Carter
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10 best sofa beds – comfortable, stylish, and versatile
The best sofa beds for hosting overnight guests in style – I've found the most comfortable sofa beds from Habitat, John Lewis, Dunelm, Heal's, Sofa.com, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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The best Ninja air fryer of 2025 - our definitive ranking of these game-changing appliances
Wondering which is the best Ninja air fryer to switch up your cooking? Here's everything you need to know
By Molly Cleary
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Looking for an affordable air fryer? I've tested the five very best air fryers under £100
I've reviewed a selection of budget-friendly air fryers that won’t break the bank
By Helen McCue
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Level up your cleaning with one of these steam cleaners, tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Need a tool for deeper cleaning? You need one of the best steam cleaners for your home
By Jenny McFarlane
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Best dehumidifiers for banishing damp and drying laundry fast — tried and tested by the Ideal Home team
Alongside a team of experts, I've tried and tested the best dehumidifiers from Meaco, Pro Breeze, De'Longhi, and more
By Amy Lockwood
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Best weighted blankets – after testing, these are my top picks to reduce stress and improve sleep
These are the best weighted blankets I've tested
By Helen McCue
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The 14 best air fryers in the UK, complete with reviews, from the Ideal Home team
We've reviewed the best air fryers from Ninja, Instant, Tefal, Phillips, Tower and more. Here's our ranking of the ones we love after testing
By Molly Cleary
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Our tried and tested top non-stick pans for fried eggs, pancakes, and speedy stir-fries
We've done the flipping and sticking so you don't have to
By Molly Cleary
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Best soup makers in the UK - I tried and tested 5 favourites
Reviews of the best soup makers you can buy from Ninja, Drew and Cole, Morphy Richards, and Salter, perfect for winter dishes
By Molly Cleary
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We've tested the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
We've reviewed the best saucepan sets and picked out the best ones to help you cook up a storm in the kitchen
By Molly Cleary
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Our selection of the very best juicers after testing, complete with reviews
These are the best juicers for turning oranges, apples, celery and other greens into delicious morning drinks
By Molly Cleary
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The best cheap blenders to help squeeze more nutrients into your diet
My top six affordable blenders are up to the job and come in at under £70
By Jessica Carter
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Best duvet covers – the styles and brands that bedding experts recommend shopping
Update your bedroom in an instant with these tried and tested duvet covers and stylish set - plain, patterned and floral
By Amy Lockwood
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Best artificial Christmas trees – the most realistic and investment-worthy trees I’ve tried and tested this year
From John Lewis to The White Company, these are the faux Christmas trees I’d recommend
By Sara Hesikova
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The 5 best deep fat fryers – tried and tested from De’Longhi, Lakeland and more
The top models to safely create delicious treats at home
By Helen McCue