Ruth Hamilton

Ruth Hamilton

Homes Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in air (vacuum cleaners, robovacs, fans and air purifiers), and hair (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). She has been in consumer journalism since 2020, reviewing and writing about everything from outdoor kit to mattresses and wellness gadgets, with stints on Tom's Guide and T3 before joining TechRadar. Before that, she worked on various design titles, in print and online.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Various Roomba robovacs compiled on a colorful background

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.

Dyson Nural in a hand, with sign saying TechRadar Choice Awards 2024 Winner

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.

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.

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.

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.

Woman straightening her hair with GHD Originals, with a Lowest Price graphic overlaid

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.

Breville coffee maker next to a Don't Miss graphic

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.

Hair Screw tool on Dyson Gen5 Detect vacuum cleaner

Dyson vacuum cleaner tools guide: what each tool does, and which ones you need

By Ruth Hamilton published

Dyson makes a wide range of useful tools to go with its vacuums; here's a quick run-down of what each one does.

Dyson Airwrap styler (2022 version) in carry case

Dyson Airwrap (2022) review

By Josephine Watson last updated

Updated I tested out the 2022 version of the ultra-popular Dyson Airwrap styler – here's my updated review.

Various Shark vacuum cleaner technologies

Shark vacuum cleaner technologies: a handy jargon-buster

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

QuadClean? DuoFins? MultiFLEX? Here's exactly what Shark's vacuum cleaner jargon means, and which bits you should prioritize.

Dyson V8

Dyson V8 review

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated

Updated The Dyson V8 and V8 Absolute are versatile cordless vacuums that are still solid recommendations if you can't find a deal on a newer model.

Tower Vortx 4L air fryer in reviewer's kitchen

Tower Vortx 4L Digital Air Fryer review: basic but very budget-friendly

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Vortx 4L air fryer isn't the most advanced model on the market, but at that price, I don't really care.

Closeup of floorhead on Dyson WashG1 wet floor cleaner

Dyson WashG1 review

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

The Dyson WashG1 hopes to revolutionize the wet floor cleaner market, and it's almost there.

Midea WashBot combination robot vacuum / washing machine being demoed at IFA

This brand created a combo washing machine-robot vacuum and it's not as dumb as it sounds

By Ruth Hamilton published

The concept for Midea's new WashBot sounds mad, but is actually really clever.

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

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

Shark FlexFusion multi-styler

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

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

Narwal Freo Z Ultra robot vacuum at iFA

This new robovac packs the processing power of an Xbox, but I'm mostly obsessed with its little fluffy tail

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra's features blend cutting-edge smarts with old-school cleaning principles.

Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum at IFA

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum at IFA

Roborock's new robovac has suspension like a quad bike, to bounce it over the highest thresholds in your home

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Qrevo Curv can boldly go where no robot vacuum has been before.

Dyson V15 Detect vs Dyson V11

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

By Ruth Hamilton last updated

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

A headline I never thought I'd write.

Student using Shark Stratos Corded Stick vacuum on the stairs

The perfect vacuum for students just got a major price cut

By Ruth Hamilton published

The Shark Stratos Corded Stick vacuum packs an impressive amount of suction power for an extremely affordable price.

Heist 3.0 hair dryer

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

Dyson V15 Detect Absolute vacuum cleaner

Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum review

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated

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

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

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