Home and living

Should you spend $250 to get the electric blanket of your dreams? We put a cheap and an expensive model head to head.

Thinking of buying a heated throw blanket? We look at how they perform and what you should consider before buying one. 

Over the nearly three years that the company was engaging in deceptive tactics, it brought in $134 million.

These customisable pillows promise the perfect night's sleep – but what's all the hype about?

The only thing these dehumidifiers will dry up is the money in your wallet.

Dealing with damp, mould, leaks or floods? Here's what to know if you need to dry out your home.

CHOICE experts reveal whether you can get a cheaper air purifier that actually works.

We reveal the models that scored the lowest in our performance testing.

CHOICE experts share how much your home is costing you to heat, and how you can reduce your energy bills.

BYO blanket – you'll need it for these models that rated lowest in our latest lab tests.

You don't have to spend weeks preparing for colder weather. Tackle these tasks in a day or two to help keep heating bills down.

Fan, radiant, oil column, convection or panel – which heater is right for your home? Plus, running costs, safety tips and more.

From the best budget buys to the softest recycled rolls, here's the bottom line from our toilet paper tests.

What you should look for when buying this household staple.

CHOICE picks the appliances that have revolutionised the way we cook, clean and live. 

The budget-friendly tissues, toilet paper and bathroom cleaning products that performed well in our testing.

Hot tips to save you time, money and energy in the kitchen.

Want to crisp, grill, reheat and defrost all at once? A convection microwave might be just the ticket.

Don't settle for an inferior kettle – here are the models that rated lowest in our lab tests.

Tips to help you find the best fridge-on-top model for your needs. Plus, the highest scoring fridges from our lab tests.

These top-loaders topped our tests: They'll blitz your washing but not your wallet.

Are these combination appliances a great two-for-one, or are they double-trouble? We find out.

These efficient models are cheaper to run than traditional dryers – here's how to buy the best one.

Conquer creases with these tried-and-tested methods.