Articles by Ruth Hamilton, Homes Editor

Ruth is one of TechRadar's Homes Editors, working with Cat Ellis to review and write about all the kit you need to upgrade your home. She has covered a wide range of home gadgets, but currently specializes in aircare (vacuum cleaners, fans, air purifiers), and haircare (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). Prior to making the shift to Homes, Ruth was TechRadar's Sleep Editor, testing and reviewing mattresses and other sleep products.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Shark PowerDetect Cordless Vacuum being demoed at IFA

Shark's clever new vacuum feature is so obvious I'm amazed no one's thought of it before

By Ruth Hamilton published 10 September 24

Thought the days of groundbreaking vacuum cleaner innovation were over? Think again.

The new Shark FlexFusion is what you'd get if you melded all your hair gadgets together into one mammoth multi-styler

By Ruth Hamilton published 6 September 24

This shapeshifting styler can do pretty much anything, on wet or dry hair

6 cool new robvac features coming your way, from quad bike-style suspension to magnetic mops

By Ruth Hamilton published 6 September 24

I got to check out the new wave of robot vacuums at IFA – here are the most exciting new developments to look out for.

Dyson V15 Detect vs Dyson V11: Which cordless vacuum is best for you?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 21 August 24

We run through the differences between the Dyson V15 Detect and V11, so you can see if the newer model is worth the investment.

Portrait of a cleaning icon, on the floor, in dirt

Samsung turns dirt into art with carpet portraits of famous faces, made using vacuum cleaners

By Ruth Hamilton published 8 August 24

A headline I never thought I'd write.

Dyson Gen5Detect vacuum vs Dyson V15 Detect

Dyson V15 Detect vs Gen5detect: what's the difference?

By Ruth Hamilton published 6 August 24

The Dyson V15 Detect and Gen5detect are both highly capable, premium cordless vacuums. Here's exactly how they differ.

Fellas, the wait is over – the "first ever" hair dryer for men has arrived

By Ruth Hamilton published 4 August 24

Struggling to style your laddish locks? The Heist 3.0 is just for men.

Dyson V15 Detect Absolute vacuum cleaner

Dyson V15 Detect review

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 2 August 24

Best in Class

Updated The Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum has a laser to help you hunt out hidden dirt. Here's our review.

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum and mop

Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra robot vacuum review

By Ruth Hamilton published 30 July 24

The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra is a premium robot vacuum and mop that offers effective, precise cleaning.

Dyson Gen5detect review: a heavy-duty vacuum in more ways than one

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 30 July 24

Updated The feature-packed Dyson Gen5detect delivers impressive suction and superb battery life, but it's just a bit too heavy.

iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max robot vacuum and mop

iRobot's new Roomba robovac and mop will finally support Apple Home – and it'll clean its own dock, too

By Ruth Hamilton published 23 July 24

Roomba Combo 10 Max self-cleans, so even less effort is required from you.

Nutribullet 600 Series in reviewer's kitchen

Nutribullet 600 Series blender review

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 July 24

The Nutribullet 600 Series is simple, effective and affordable – perfect for your daily smoothie.

Dyson Supersonic Nural review: tech-packed and time-saving

By Ruth Hamilton published 11 July 24

Recommended

The Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer is designed to protect your scalp and streamline styling. Here's my review.

Dyson V8 vs V10: which cordless vacuum should you buy?

By Ruth Hamilton published 10 July 24

We dig into the differences between the Dyson V8 and the Dyson Cyclone V10, to help you choose which is right for you.

The best Shark vacuums against an orange background

The best Shark vacuum cleaners 2024

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 27 June 24

We've tested the best Shark vacuums for every household, from versatile cordless stick vacs to powerful uprights.

Dyson Cyclone V10 review

By Gerald Lynch last updated 26 June 24

Recommended

The Dyson Cyclone V10 is one of the older models currently available, but is it still worth buying?

Dyson V10 vs V11 cordless vacuum: which is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 26 June 24

The Dyson Cyclone V10 and V11 are both older cordless stick vacuums; we take a look at how they compare.

Dyson V11 review: still a supremely capable vacuum cleaner

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 25 June 24

Recommended

A few years after its initial launch, the Dyson V11 is still worth your attention.

Shark HydroVac Cordless floor cleaner in reviewer's home

Shark HydroVac Cordless WD201 / WD210 review: a very effective vacuum-mop

By Emily Peck last updated 20 June 24

We take a closer look at the cordless Shark HydroVac, to see if it can achieve spotless results with little elbow grease.

Reviewer testing the Shark Vertex Pro / Anti Hair Wrap cordless stick vacuum in her home

Shark Vertex Pro IZ662H / Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Vacuum IZ300UK review

By Carrie-Ann Skinner last updated 17 June 24

The Shark IZ662H / IZ300UK vacuum is powerful and well designed, if a little heavy and noisy to use.

Shark WandVac system, in handheld and floor modes

Shark WandVac System review

By Sophie Bird last updated 12 June 24

The Shark WandVac is a light but powerful cordless vacuum that's perfect for all kinds of small spillages.

Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 blender with accessories

Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 blender review

By Emily Peck published 19 May 24

The Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 adds a more powerful motor and useful pulse function to the classic blender design.

IKEA's new smart home app feature could help you save big money on your energy bills

By Ruth Hamilton published 14 May 24

Energy Insights helps you see which devices are sapping power, and the cheapest times to use them.

Forget vacuums, Dyson's new WashG1 cleaner is like a car wash for your floor

By Ruth Hamilton published 13 May 24

Dyson's latest floorcare launch sacks off suction and uses water and rollers to massage your hard floors clean.

Nutribullet Ultra blender in reviewer's kitchen

Nutribullet Ultra blender review

By Emily Peck published 10 May 24

The Nutribullet Ultra is designed to be super-powerful but also super-quiet. Here's my review.

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