Home and living

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.

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

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

Whether your allergies only flare when the seasons change or you’re suffering year-round, these are the appliances that could help dial down your discomfort.

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

Keep your cool and steer clear of these loud and lousy units.

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.

Here's how we get the results that help you buy the best oven for your kitchen.

We spill the beans on the worst performers in our latest tests.

You can pick up this fancy machine for under $450, but CHOICE experts say there are better buys out there.

There’s no universal system to validate PFAS-free claims on products like cookware and air fryers. We think that’s a problem.

Stick vacs get all the attention, but don’t dismiss barrel or upright vacs – they might actually be a smarter choice.

Are you a budding dryer buyer? We show you how to choose the right one for your needs.

These all-in-one laundry units can be an essential space-saver for smaller homes.

Are these combination appliances a great two-for-one, or are they double-trouble? We find out.