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

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

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

Amazon Prime Day vacuum deals

Amazon Prime Day vacuum deals 2024: suck up these Dyson and Shark deals still available

By Alex Whitelock last updated

The Amazon Prime Day vacuum sale has finished, but deals remain for big brands including Dyson and Shark.

Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer

Dyson's new hair dryer costs a small fortune and that's fine, actually

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Supersonic was expensive, and the Supersonic Nural is even more so, but I'm not mad about it.

Nutribullet 600 Series in reviewer's kitchen

Nutribullet 600 Series blender review

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Dyson Supersonic Nural hair dryer

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

Recommended

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

Ninja Double Stack in a kitchen, with Don't Miss deals graphic overlaid

As someone with a tiny kitchen, this is the Ninja air fryer deal I've been holding out for

By Ruth Hamilton published

The popular, space-saving Ninja Double Stack just got its first ever discount.

Dyson V8 vs V10 vacuum cleaner

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Shark IZ300UK cordless vacuum deal

Shark's pet hair-busting cordless vacuum just got a huge pre-Prime Day discount

By Ruth Hamilton published

If you have shedding pets or hairy housemates, this is the vacuum cleaner deal for you.

The best Shark vacuums against an orange background

The best Shark vacuum cleaners 2024

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

Dyson Cyclone V10 vacuum cleaner

Dyson Cyclone V10 review

By Gerald Lynch last updated

Recommended

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

Dyson V10 vs V11 vacuum

Dyson V10 vs V11 cordless vacuum: which is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Dyson V11

Dyson V11 review: still a supremely capable vacuum cleaner

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

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

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

Shark Stratos Corded vacuum in reviewer's living room

Shark Stratos Corded stick vacuum review

By James Holland last updated

Recommended

The Shark Stratos Corded stick vacuum is powerful and versatile, and comes with some nifty extra features.

Shark WandVac system, in handheld and floor modes

Shark WandVac System review

By Sophie Bird last updated

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

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

The best car vacuum 2024: 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.

Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 blender with accessories

Nutribullet Pro+ 1200 blender review

By Emily Peck published

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

IKEA Energy Insights screenshots

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Two images of the Dyson WashG1 in use

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

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

Beatbot AquaSense

Think your robot vacuum is impressive? This one can swim

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Beatbot AquaSense is a submarine robovac for your swimming pool.

Typhur Dome air fryer

The space-age Typhur Dome might have solved the big problem with air fryers

By Ruth Hamilton published

A wider, rather than tall, design maximizes cooking space and helps deliver even crispiness without shaking.

Dyson CleanTrace app being tested by writer

I tried Dyson's CleanTrace app, and it's the most fun you can have with a vacuum cleaner

By Ruth Hamilton published

Dyson's CleanTrace AR app turns vacuuming into a game – and it's a hugely satisfying one.

Cuisinart Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker

Cuisinart's soft serve sundae station is like a Pizza Hut Ice Cream Factory in miniature

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Cuisinart Soft Serve Ice Cream Maker delivers perfect ice cream in 20 minutes, and looks adorable while doing so.

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