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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.

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.

The small-size models that rate lowest for cooling and heating efficiency in our air con review.

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.

This 6.5L digital air fryer is selling for $59.99 on Saturday 31 October – but is it worth queuing for?

Understanding how to use your microwave will help you get the best results. Our kitchen experts share their tips and tricks.

This impressive appliance makes cooking dry staples like rice, grains and beans a breeze, but it isn't cheap.

These not-so-hot air fryers will leave you underwhelmed.

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.

Lift your laundry game and save money, energy and water.

We tested 35+ models to find the best cleaning bots. These ones bombed out badly.