Home and living

Our experts conduct several tests to evaluate the support and durability of pillows.

Don't wake up on the wrong side of the bed – give these mattresses a miss and spring for something better.

Memory foam or latex? Duck down or polyester? We help you choose the best mattress topper for your body, bed and budget.

What to look for before you lay down your money – or your head.

These pollen- and dust-busting machines are not to be sneezed at. And some even cost less than $600. 

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

For damp, musty homes or those affected by floods or leaks, this appliance could be your saving grace.

An easy, breezy guide to built-in fans.

Our rigorous lab tests help you find the best heater.

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

These plug-in heaters can catch fire or explode, but they're still available to buy on eBay and other online retailers. 

From portable electric heaters to the humble door snake, you won't need your landlord's permission for these heating options.

What you should look for when buying this household staple.

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

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

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

We dish the dirt on the poorest performers in our latest lab test.

Frozen cocktails, salad dressings, soups – blenders do it all, but will you need a personal, standard or high performance one?

We tested the mini blender to find out if it’s a whizzer or fizzer. 

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.

Top performers often cost top dollar, but our experts reveal the stick vacs that do a decent job on a budget.

If you’ve invested in new clothes, make them last. Here’s what the experts say you should do to protect your wardrobe and help your wallet.

These damp squibs rated lowest in our expert tests and need to dry harder to deserve your cash.

The price might be tempting but this Kmart bot’s cleaning skills just don’t compute.