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Bargain hunting

Looking for a great deal? Follow our expert tips and check our product reviews to make sure you're buying the best.

Advice from our experts

Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2019 shopping tips

How to avoid the duds and find the best bargains in the sales.
Top 10 tips when it's sale time

Do your homework to bag a bargain.
How to haggle

Why bargaining is about more than just getting the cheapest price
Know your TV model numbers to get a better deal

Coding on major brands explained
The most popular products in the EOFY sales

We round up the most researched products in the lead-up to the sales, and give you top tips to help you shop.
Tech products to buy in the EOFY sales to boost your tax return

Reduce your taxable income by buying a laptop, tablet, smartphone, printer or storage.

Where to shop

Cheapest BBQ groceries

We compare the price of a basket of barbecue essentials.
Ikea: best buys and what to avoid

From cots to mattresses, ovens and fridges, we dish the dirt on what you should and shouldn’t buy from Ikea.
Should you buy a Dyson fan?

Will you really be blown away by how great your Dyson fan is, or is it just a cool waste of money...
Shopping at Aldi: best buys and what to avoid

Should you just buy everything at Aldi? Well, no. We look at ski gear, TVs, nappies and more.
5 times cheap products outperformed expensive brands

That awkward moment when a $700 no-name fridge outperforms a $2700 Miele.
Should you buy a high chair from Kmart, Target or Ikea?

Three lookalike bargain buys outperformed some of the big baby brands in our tests.
Is a Costco membership worth it?

We look at whether you'll get great deals or if it's all just a jumbo-sized novelty.
Kmart: best buys and what to avoid

From coffee machines and trampolines to heaters and electric blankets, here's what to buy and what to dodge.
Should you buy a cheap Aldi fan?

Aldi’s Special Buys are hot property, and now Aldi is selling fans. But should you buy one or will it send you into a spin?
The Tim Tam taste challenge: Aldi vs Arnott's

We put Aldi's Just Divine biscuit up against Arnott's original Tim Tam – which one came out on top?

3 barbecues to avoid buying

Set yourself up for a summer of brilliant barbecues by avoiding these duds.
Should you buy a Kmart vacuum cleaner?

Our three worst-performing vacuums all come from Kmart. These are the ones that suck, and not in a good way.
The 5 worst in-ear headphones

Want some sound advice? Give these poor performers a miss.
3 coffee machines to avoid in the Boxing Day sales

Buying a new coffee machine in the sales or for Christmas? Avoid these from Sunbeam, Nescafé and Espressotoria.
The heater that leaves you cold

The $55 Anko HD904-11 heater comes joint last in our latest test.
What's the problem with buying cheap appliances?

A great bargain or just suspiciously cheap? Here’s what you need to consider before buying a budget appliance.
TVs (not) to watch

Sometimes they're on sale for a reason.
Smeg isn't always best

Should you buy something just because it's from Smeg? Well, no.
Steer clear of these mattresses

AKA the mattresses you *should* buy if you don't want your guests to stay too long.
Dud ovens

Hoping to bag a bargain on a new oven in the end of financial year sales? Steer clear of these from Omega, Euromaid and DeLonghi.
KitchenAid 2-slice toaster
6 products to avoid in the EOFY sales

Not worth the cash, even at a discount
Don't be tempted by these washing machines

Looking to replace your washing machine in the end of financial year sales? Steer clear of these models.

Washing machines

We test both front and top loading washing machines in the CHOICE labs including models from Bosch, Fisher & Paykel, LG, Miele, Samsung and Simpson.
Slow cookers

We lab test and review the latest slow cookers, including models from Breville, Sunbeam and Kambrook.
Printers

We review inkjet and laser multifunction and basic printers from Canon, Brother, Epson, HP and more.
Clothes dryers

See which dryers are high flyers – we test top models from Bosch, Electrolux, Fisher & Paykel, LG, Simpson, Miele and more.
Fridges

We test the coolest new fridges in the CHOICE labs to help you find the best one for your home, including models from Electrolux, Fisher & Paykel, LG, Samsung and more.
Dishwashers

We dish the dirt on the most popular dishwashers from Bosch, Fisher & Paykel, Miele and more.
Mattresses

How do the online bed-in-a-box mattresses from Koala, Ecosa and more, compare to brands from bricks and mortar retailers?
TVs

We test over 50 TVs including the latest 2019 models from LG, Sony, Samsung, HiSense and more to give you the top brands, best picture and value for money.
Electric heaters

Fan, column, convection or radiant – which electric heater is best?
Ovens

Our test lab tells you which electric ovens cook best and are easiest to use.

How to avoid buyer's remorse

Bargain hunter Kimberley Allsopp warns you may get buyer's remorse if there are further reductions just around the corner.
5 times cheap products outperformed expensive brands

That awkward moment when a $700 no-name fridge outperforms a $2700 Miele.
How long should your appliances last?

We look at the lifespan of washers, fridges, TVs, phones and more.
Ended up with a lemon?

We explain your rights if something goes wrong with your new car.
Where to find the cheapest flights

Is it cheaper to buy airfares through a comparison site or directly from the airlines?