Home and living

Fallen out of love with your pillow? Here's how to tell if it's time you found something new to rest your weary head on.  

Pillows can promise everything from cooling properties to space technology, but some claims are just fluff.

These bargain beds are up for grabs in Aldi's 'Special Buy' sale on Saturday 7 March, but should you get one?

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

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.

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.

Our guide to super-sized dual fryers, plus we reveal the highest-rated models.

Good things come in small packages – these compact fryers are mini in size but mighty on performance. 

Want to crisp, grill, reheat and defrost all at once? Find out why convection microwaves are magic multi-taskers.

From chef's knives to coffee plungers, our guide to what you can and can't safely wash in the dishwasher.

These mops could turn your steam clean dream into a messy nightmare.

Don't be a sucker – steer clear of these poor-performing bagged and bagless vacuums. 

The Deebot Neo 2.0 is on sale for just $279 – here’s what you need to know before you buy.

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