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

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Black Friday robot vacuum deals 2024: your guide to the best offers

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

We've rounded up all the best Black Friday robot vacuum deals, and will be updating this guide as we get closer to the big day.

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Black Friday vacuum deals 2024: we've rounded up the very best early sales

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

The Black Friday vacuum deals are your chance to grab a top cleaner for less, and the sales are really hotting up now.

Shark Stratos Cordless with Clean Sense IQ IZ862H

Shark Stratos Cordless vacuum cleaner review

By Alex Temblador last updated

The Stratos cordless vacuum is a powerful stick vac with some useful added features; a great choice for those with pets or lots of carpet.

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Shark Detect Pro Cordless vacuum cleaner review

By James Holland last updated

Recommended

The Shark Detect Pro Cordless is well designed, versatile, and packs a good amount of power for a cordless vacuum cleaner.

Proscenic Q8 Max robot vacuum charging, in its dock

Proscenic Q8 Max robot vacuum review

By Alexandra Pamias published

The Proscenic Q8 Max delivers a lot for its very affordable price tag.

Dyson vacuum floorhead (left) and Shark floorhead (right)

Shark vs Dyson: which vacuum cleaner brand is better?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

We run through the key differences between the two titans of the vacuum cleaner world.

best robot vacuum: Roomba Combo J7 Plus

The best robot vacuum 2024: top robovacs to keep every home dust-free

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Updated Your guide to the top robot vacuums (and mops) for hassle-free cleaning, as recommended by experienced reviewers.

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The best coffee maker 2024: expert tested coffee machines

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated

Updated Coffee makers that you can rely on to produce consistently delicious results, whatever style you prefer.

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I write about vacuum cleaners for a living, and this is the one cordless vacuum you should buy in the Black Friday sales

By Ruth Hamilton published

This is my prediction for the best deal of the sales season (plus it's already discounted).

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The best air fryer 2024: for faster and healthier cooking

By Cat Ellis last updated

Updated We've tested the best air fryers from all the biggest brands including Philips, Ninja, Instant Pot and more.

A manual stick vacuum sucking up oats on hard floor (left) and a robot vacuum sucking up flour on a rug (right)

How we test vacuum cleaners

By Ruth Hamilton published

We review dozens of vacuums and robot vacs every year – here's how we put them through their paces.

Yeedi C12 Pro Plus robot vacuum sucking up breakfast cereal

3 questions to ask before buying a robot vacuum in the Black Friday sales

By Ruth Hamilton published

Thinking of investing in a robovac this sales season? Here's how to narrow down your options, so you end up with the right model for you.

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Which Roomba should I buy? A simple guide to the different robot vacuum options

By Ruth Hamilton published

We run through the differences between the various Roomba models, so you can find the right one for you.

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The best blender 2024: powerful home blenders tested

By Cat Ellis last updated

Updated Blenders from big brands including Nutribullet, KitchenAid and Smeg, recommended by experts.

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A hair dryer for our Home Tech Device of the Year? Here's how the Dyson Supersonic Nural blew us away

By Ruth Hamilton published

Dyson continues to lead the way in the haircare market, with new products that introduce genuinely useful innovations that no one else has thought of.

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The best cordless vacuum 2024: tried and tested by experts

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

We've tested the best cordless vacuum cleaners around – here are our top picks.

Ninja Combi Multi-Cooker in reviewer's kitchen

Ninja Combi Multi-Cooker review

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Combi Multi-Cooker review combines multiple different cooking styles within one appliance, but the USP is that you can use it to tackle all the parts of your meal in one go.

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The best vacuum cleaner 2024: top dust-busters, tried and tested

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Updated These are the fastest, quietest, smartest, most powerful vacuum cleaners for every kind of home.

The best hair dryer, the GHD Helios, on a purple background

The best hair dryer 2024: top blow dryers from GHD, Revlon, Dyson and more

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Updated We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.

Roborock Qrevo Master in its dock

How to choose a robot vacuum: here's what to look for

By Ruth Hamilton published

As TechRadar's resident robovac expert, follow my advice to find the right model for you.

Molekule Pro air purifier

The best air purifier 2024: for cleaner, healthier air in the home

By Jennifer Oksien last updated

Your guide to the best air purifiers around, recommended by experienced testers.

Samsung Combi Smart Microwave Oven in reviewer's kitchen

Samsung Combi Smart Microwave Oven MC32DG7646CKE3 review

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Samsung Combi Smart Microwave Oven is a stylish and effective solution if you don't have space for a separate oven and microwave.

best hair styler tool: Dyson AirWrap

The best hair styler 2024: effective tools to shape, smooth and sculpt

By Rosie Hilder published

We've tested out the best hair styling tools around, including multi-stylers, hot brushes and more.

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My GHD straighteners have lasted me 16 years, but this Prime Day deal has convinced me it's finally time to replace them

By Ruth Hamilton published

The new(er) GHD Original straighteners are at a record-low price, so it's time to say goodbye.

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I need caffeine to survive – these are the Amazon Prime Day coffee maker deals I'd buy for my home

By Ruth Hamilton published

Top coffee machine deals to take you from sluggish to switched-on for a bargain price.

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