Home and living

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.

From bending beds to zero gravity, we take you through the functions and features of electric adjustable beds.

Whether you're after firm, soft or medium support, your mattress can go a long way towards helping you get a good night's sleep.

An easy, breezy guide to built-in fans.

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

From portable and split system air conditioners to ceiling and pedestal fans – we explain the options.

Not just spin: some fans really are better than others.

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.

The pros and cons of these fancy fridges, and the models that our experts recommend.

These fridges are big on capacity – and big on performance.

This handy kitchen appliance can save you time and money. Here's how to pick a good one.

Undermount, canopy or downdraft? Ducted or recirculating? Our expert guide evaluates them all and shares tips on installation and cleaning.

Spilling red wine and gravy on rugs and upholstery in the name of science.

These compact cleaners walk the line between bottled sprays and bulky carpet shampooers. They can make quick work of smaller spills and stains.

Our expert guide on front loaders, top loaders, key features, energy use and other essential info.

We look at how much steam mops cost, their key features and how easy they are to use.