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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.

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Advice from our experts

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

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.
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.
Aldi vs Arnott's: The Tim Tam taste challenge

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

The heater that leaves you cold

The $55 Anko HD904-11 heater comes joint last in our latest test.
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

Buying a mattress in the end of financial year sales? Here are the ones CHOICE experts say you should avoid.
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.

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, Samsung, Dell, 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 40 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?