Home and living

We cut through the sales spin to help you shop (and sleep) better.

Ever bought a bed only to find that the firmness doesn’t feel quite right? A customisable mattress might be the solution that saves you from seeking a refund.

These bargain beds are up for grabs in Aldi's 'Special Buy' sale on Saturday 18 July. CHOICE experts reveal whether you should buy one.

Lots of consumers are skipping the showrooms, but is a mattress-in-a-box right for you, or are you still better off shopping in stores?

The only thing these dehumidifiers will dry up is the money in your wallet.

Dealing with damp, mould, leaks or floods? Here's what to know if you need to dry out your home.

CHOICE experts reveal whether you can get a cheaper air purifier that actually works.

We reveal the models that scored the lowest in our performance testing.

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.

If you've seen the infomercials, this indoor/outdoor radiant heater promises a lot – but does it deliver?

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.

Take the hard work out of kneading and heavy mixing.

Ninja has become a household name in the air fryer market. How does the brand perform, and is it worth buying one?

We take a look at what they do, how well they do it, and whether the KitchenAid brand is one you should shell out for.

And is it worth paying extra for an oven that cleans itself?

Rainy days and washing getting you down? Here are some tips to defeat the damp and get your clothes dry.

Power-hungry models, ridiculous drying times and more – these damp squibs rated lowest in our tests.

These cost-efficient machines will clean your clothes without cleaning out your wallet.

Can we have a bit of shoosh please? These quiet achievers can help keep the peace.