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

SwitchBot K20+ Pro

This robot vacuum can also bring you a sandwich, and it might be the greatest gadget we've seen yet at CES

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The SwitchBot K20+ Pro does everything you want a robot vacuum to do, plus several more things you don't.

Dreame X50 Ultra Complete robot vacuum

Eat your heart out Daleks: Dreame's newest robovac can climb stairs

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The search for ways to get robot vacuums over tall thresholds reaches inevitable conclusion as Dreame launches bot with tiny mechanical legs.

Family relaxing on the beach next underneath the Anker SOLIX Solar Umbrella

Move over Mary Poppins: this solar umbrella will charge your devices while you chill in the shade

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The newly-unveiled SOLIX Solar Umbrella is my unexpected summer essential.

Eureka J15 Max Ultra robot vacuum and mop approaching a liquid spillage

This new robot vacuum-and-mop is so eagle-eyed it can even spy clear liquid spillages

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The Eureka J15 Max Ultra uses AI to detect even the most subtlest differences in texture and reflections.

The best Shark vacuums against an orange background

The best Shark vacuum cleaners 2025

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

Lymow One lawnbot mowing some grass

This robot lawn mower promises to traverse awkward lawns with the agility of a mountain goat

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The Lymow One lawnbot is designed to offer "sturdy, speedy, superior" mowing.

Roborock Saros 10R robot vacuum in its dock

Roborock's new robovacs are determined to get under your sofa – here's how

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The new Saros 10 and 10R are ready to bust dust in places other bots can't go.

Roborock Saros Z70 robot vacuum picking up a sock with its pincer arm

Roborock’s new robovac has a mechanical arm that can pick up your socks and maybe also play with your cat

By Ruth Hamilton published

CES 2025 The Saros Z70 doesn't just clean your floors, it'll tidy up for you first.

Ninja Luxe Café coffee maker on purple background

The best coffee maker 2025: expert tested coffee machines

By Cat Ellis last updated

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

Corded upright Shark vacuum

4 ways to make your vacuum cleaner last longer

By Ruth Hamilton published

Good vacuum cleaners don't come cheap – here's how to keep yours running for as long as possible.

Person vacuuming a rug

Why does my vacuum smell, and what can I do about it? We asked 4 experts

By Tom May published

Discover the common causes of vacuum smells and learn practical tips for keeping your vacuum odor-free.

Dyson vacuum with Big Savings graphic next to it

5 superb vacuum cleaner deals from the winter sales

By Ruth Hamilton published

The winter sales are delivering some excellent vacuum cleaner bargains – here's our pick of the best deals to help you suck up every last trace of the Christmas festivities.

Dyson Airwrap i.d. (left) and Dyson Airwrap (right)

Dyson Airwrap vs Airwrap i.d. – what's the difference?

By Ruth Hamilton published

These two styling tools look almost identical; here's how the 2024 Airwrap i.d. improves on the 2022 Dyson Airwrap.

Shark robot vacuum with Price Cut graphic

This cheap Shark robot vacuum deal is here to transform your cleaning routine for the new year

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Shark Matrix robot vacuum just got a major price cut, so you can start the year with a clean house, minimal effort required.

best car vacuum buyers guide: Dyson V8 Animal against a blue radar background

The best car vacuum 2025: lightweight vacs to keep your car spotless

By Verity Burns last updated

Keep your car dust and crumb-free with the best car vacuums from the likes of Dyson, Shark and Eufy.

King C Gillette Beard Trimmer

The best beard trimmer and electric razors 2025: trim, shape and style

By Michelle Rae Uy last updated

The best beard trimmers and electric razors for every kind of style and every budget

Woman vacuuming up after a party

What to do if your vacuum cleaner smells like burning

By Tom May published

A burning smell can be a sign of mechanical failure – so turn your vacuum off immediately, then read this for the next steps.

Yarbo lawn bot in snow blower mode

This robot lawn mower turns into a snow blower, and I've never wanted to wake up to a blocked drive more

By Ruth Hamilton published

The snow must blow on.

Hand holding a Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer (left) and a woman curling her hair with the Airwrap (right)

Dyson Supersonic vs Airwrap: do I need both?

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Dyson Airwrap and Supersonic can be used to achieve many of the same styles, so which one should you buy? We investigate.

best hair straighteners hero image, showing GHD unplugged flat irons

The best hair straighteners 2025: top hair irons for silky-smooth styles

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

From super-straight to wonderful waves, these are the best hair straighteners for every kind of style.

best upright vacuum

The best upright vacuum 2024: top vacuums for deeper cleaning

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Buying Guide Browse the best upright vacuum cleaner reviews from leading brands like Shark, Dyson, Miele and more.

L'Oreal Airlight Pro hair dryer

L'Oreal's new hair dryer blows with the force of a Category 4 hurricane

By Ruth Hamilton published

Those water droplets won't stand a chance against the AirLight Pro.

Shark robot vacuum on a yellow background with TechRadar Black Friday deals graphic overlaid

The Black Friday robot vacuum deals are disappearing fast – these are the best price-drops still available (for now)

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

Most offers have expired, but there are still a handful of bargains available to buy, if you get a wriggle on.

iRobot Roomba Combo Essential in reviewer's home

I swapped a $1k robot vacuum for a $200 model and lost the will to live – get this Cyber Monday deal instead

By Ruth Hamilton published

There are tons of great robovac deals about, but spend too little and you'll end up regretting it, trust me.

Shark PowerDetect vacuum on a blue background, with Black Friday Deals written next to it

I'm a home appliances expert, and these are the best Black Friday vacuum deals to buy

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

There are dozens of Black Friday vacuum deals, but these are the ones I'd genuinely recommend.

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