Home and living

A CHOICE investigation reveals questionable Australian-made claims and dodgy discounts.

Don't lose sleep over a grubby pillow! Here's how to keep yours clean and fresh.

The pros and cons, plus the best Ikea mattresses we've tested.

These mattresses will help you keep your cool at night.

Our expert explains why he’s a big fan of the fan, and how cleaning keeps things cool.

Bigger isn't always better – here's how to buy the right system based on your room size and other key factors.

Simple steps for cleaning your air con inside and out.

Keep your electricity bill under control all summer with our expert advice.

Despite pledges to protect consumers, Fruugo and eBay are among several sites still selling the shonky heater.

Are you burning cash on these heating fails? We reveal the everyday errors to avoid to keep your heating bills down. 

BYO blanket – you'll need it for these models that rated lowest in our latest lab tests.

We analyse the different types, heating efficiency, price and running costs just in time for winter.

From the best budget buys to the softest recycled rolls, here's the bottom line from our toilet paper tests.

What you should look for when buying this household staple.

CHOICE picks the appliances that have revolutionised the way we cook, clean and live. 

The budget-friendly tissues, toilet paper and bathroom cleaning products that performed well in our testing.

The most reliable fridge brands according to the CHOICE members who use them every day.

Our CHOICE kitchen expert shares their know-how to help you get the most from your air fryer.

We share the top scoring cheap slow cookers from our tests. Plus, tips for saving money in the kitchen.

With an air fryer and induction mode, this appliance can replace an oven and cooktop when cooking for one.

The robo-mops to buy for sparkling floors, plus what to know before buying one.

We look at how much hard floor cleaners cost, their key features and how easy they are to use.

High-tech help doesn’t have to cost thousands – we reveal the best bots under $700.

Did you know we measure washers’ noise levels in our lab tests? These are the quiet achievers.