The Trusted Reviews Awards 2026 winners are in, and here, we’re shining a light on the home products that impressed us most in testing over the past year.
Covering a wide range of products, from smart security and ovens to robot lawnmowers and floor cleaners, it’s been a big year for the section. Robot vacuum cleaners have got smarter, battery-powered gardening tools show there’s no need for cables, and washer dryers have become cheap to run.
Our team has spent the last year testing everything in-depth, with thousands of tests put into our reviews. Below, you’ll find our hand-picked winners.
The Winner: Nespresso Vertuo Up
A brilliant new coffee machine, the Nespresso Vertuo Up takes the lever-action, drop-in pod style of its original machines and applies it to the Vertuo range. Slimmer and smaller, this coffee machine is ideal for those who want the range and style that Vertuo delivers and who predominantly drink black coffee. It’s also exceptionally fast to brew, delivering silky smooth coffee in seconds.
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The Winner: Ninja AutoBarista Pro
A simply brilliant coffee machine for those who want variety at the touch of a button. The Ninja AutoBarista Pro can make espresso, drip coffee, cold-brew, a wide-range of milk drinks and more. And, it has dual hoppers, so you can switch beans at any point. Near-on perfect coffee and a machine that doesn’t take up much counter space makes this a brilliant bean-to-cup coffee machine for pretty much every household.
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- Philips Series 5500 LatteGo Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
The Winner: Typhur Sync Air Fryer
The Typhur Sync Air Fryer stands out for all the right reasons. Its built-in temperature probe ensures meat reaches a safe temperature, while the large top-mounted display is clear and easy to use. The companion app simplifies cooking further and, most importantly, performance is excellent.
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The Winner: EcoFlow Delta 3 Max Plus
If you need a lot of power in a relatively portable frame, the EcoFlow Delta 3 Max Plus is for you. It has a 2048Wh battery (expandable to 10kWh), and has a true 3000W output, so it can power any individual UK appliance, even kettles and heaters. Very efficient in use, this power station can also balance charging costs with its smart app. Whether you’re on the move or need something for home, this is a powerful power station for all jobs.
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The Winner: Hisense Hi8 Induction Hob 60cm HI6443SRWF
Although a hob’s primary job is for cooking, you also want it to look good, and the Hisense Hi8 Induction Hob 60cm HI6443SRWF does that with its matt black finish. It stands out for all the right reasons, but this finish is also tougher than traditional glass and easier to clean. When it comes to cooking, the Hisense Hi8 Induction Hob 60cm HI6443SRWF is powerful and flexible, with two bridge zones, smart app control and intuitive controls.
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The Winner: Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean and Empty Pet Pro IA3241UKT
Packed with the latest technology and exceptionally flexible, the Shark PowerDetect Speed Clean and Empty Pet Pro IA3241UKT is a brilliant all-round cordless vacuum. It automatically adjusts power based on the level of dust, adapts for edges, has a light to highlight dirt, and even detects the type of flooring it’s on. Add in MultiFlex for cleaning under sofas without bending down and the auto-empty dock, plus the brilliant cleaning results, and this is a top choice for all jobs.
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The Winner: Vax LiftOut Multi Pet-Design
Versatile and powerful, the Vax LiftOut Multi Pet-Design is a brilliant vacuum for those who want to clean without compromise. As its name suggests, the main cylinder lifts out, letting you clean under sofas, sideboards, and the like with the floor head, or to get to hard-to-reach areas. Anti-hair-wrap tech and powerful dust collection on all surfaces make this a near-perfect vacuum for any home.
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The Winner: Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene
The Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene is a suctionless hard floor cleaner, which means there are no smelly filters to deal with and unclog. Instead, clean water (and detergent) go onto the roller, which picks up dirt and deposits it into the dirty tank underneath. Cleverly, solids are separated into a separate area. With an auto-clean mode, the Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene is easy to tidy up after use. And, it’s a brilliant cleaner, too, easily dealing with even the toughest of stains.
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The Winner: Shark StainForce Cordless Stain-Destroying Spot Cleaner HX100UKT
Most of the time spot cleaning is required in an emergency situation over a limited area: pet mess to clean up or a spilt glass of red wine. The Shark StainForce Cordless Stain-Destroying Spot Cleaner HX100UKT makes it easy to deal with those thanks to its battery-powered suction unit and caddy. Just grab the caddy, spray the stain with the bottle of Shark solution, and use the tool to suck up the mess. Quick, efficient and simple to use, this grab-and-go tool makes it easy to deal with practically any mess.
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The Winner: Roborock Saros S20
A hugely powerful robot vacuum cleaner, the Roborock Saros S20 can pick up dust from any surface, getting right to the edges of rooms. It’s also a brilliant mopper, dealing well with even sticky, dried-on messes. What makes it so successful is the combination of brilliant app, clever navigation and obstacle avoidance and that cleaning power.
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The Winner: Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K Plus
A brilliant all-rounder, the Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K Plus is a sleek update to the company’s line-up of smart doorbells. With a slimmer, neater-looking exterior, this doorbell looks more modern, yet it still works with the company’s Quick Release Battery Pack. Internally, this doorbell has a brand-new sensor, shooting 2K video in a square format (1920 x 1920) to capture video head-to-toe. With one of the best apps in the business, this is the ideal choice for the majority of people.
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The Winner: Alexa+
An incredibly smart update to the voice assistant, Alexa+ is light years ahead of the competition. And it’s not simply a basic GenAI upgrade; Amazon spent a lot of time fine-tuning Alexa to understand the UK’s regional dialects and ways of speaking, so it understands what’s being asked of it. Conversationally better than the original, Alexa+ can answer complex queries; it understands and maintains context, improving the more you use it; and it can even build smart home routines for you. If you want a smart assistant, then Alexa+ and the range of Echo smart speakers and displays are the best.
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The Winner: Ring Outdoor Cam Pro
A near-on perfect security camera, the Ring Outdoor Cam Pro brings 4K resolution at no extra charge, plus a host of other useful features. Its motion detection stands out, with 3D Motion Detection using radar for precise distance control, while a Ring subscription adds people and vehicle detection as standard. Excellent day-and-night video quality and a brilliant app that offers AI-powered video search at higher subscription levels make this a great security camera that captures and alerts you to important events.
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The Winner: Govee Floor Lamp 3
The company’s most accomplished floor lamp to date, the Govee Floor Lamp 3 blends serious brightness with genuinely impressive colour accuracy. Its colour blending is exceptional, and its high brightness makes it a useful lamp that can light a room, not just a bit of decoration. If you want a statement lamp, then look no further.
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The Winner: Samsung Bespoke Compact Oven Series 7 50L NQ5B7993AAK
If you’re looking for a secondary, compact oven, either standalone or to go above a plate warmer, the Samsung Bespoke Compact Oven Series 7 50L NQ5B7993AAK is a brilliant choice. Although small, it doesn’t compromise on features, with steam cooking and air frying built-in, alongside SmartThings connectivity. Excellent results and flexible cooking options should make this your go-to oven for general cooking in the week.
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The Winner: Haier XF 4A4M4PDA-80
Sleek and stylish, the Haier XF 4A4M4PDA-80 is an excellent high-end, freestanding dishwasher. Its Maxi Tub gives extra space inside, so you can put more dishes in and deal with long-stemmed wine glasses and large plates at the same time. A dedicated cutlery rack with spray arms helps deep clean at the top, and excellent wash results and low running costs make this a brilliant choice for those who want the ultimate in flexibility.
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The Winner: Hisense RQ5P640SYSD
Smartly designed, the Hisense RQ5P640SYSD offers 640 litres of storage and an impressively flexible layout. The non-plumbed water dispenser preserves door space, while the clever ice maker and adaptable freezer compartments add versatility, with one converting into extra fridge space. Good temperature control and low running costs make it a strong choice for its size, although anyone wanting filtered water will need to look elsewhere.
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The Winner: Hisense WF5I1245BBR
With its huge 12kg drum, the Hisense WF5I1245BBR is built for big loads. Fill it regularly and you’ll need fewer cycles, cutting costs; wash smaller loads and a more compact machine will be cheaper to run. Stain removal was exceptional at every tested temperature, from 20°C to 60°C. Add automatic detergent dispensing, app control and a low price, and this is outstanding value for households that need the capacity. annual running
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The Winner: Hisense WD5I1245BBRH
The Hisense WD5I1245BBRH feels like the future of washer-dryers. It’s the first standard-sized model I’ve tested to use a heat pump, delivering dry clothes at a cost comparable to a standalone tumble dryer, with the convenience of washing and drying at the touch of a button. A large capacity, excellent cleaning, an intuitive interface and app control complete the package. It’s expensive, but this is the best washer-dryer you can buy.
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The Winner: Dyson Find+Follow Purifier Cool PC3
The Dyson Find+Follow Purifier Cool PC3 uses clever tracking technology to keep its cooling airflow trained on you. Air Multiplier technology spreads air evenly, delivering a wide, natural-feeling breeze rather than the narrow blast many rivals produce. Air speeds aren’t the fastest, but coverage is excellent. It has powerful purification and sensors that automatically respond to different pollutants, and this is a superb fan and purifier for those willing to pay the premium. excellent.
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The Winner: Stihl FSA 50 Cordless Grass Trimmer
An ultra-quiet grass trimmer, the Stihl FSA 50 Cordless Grass Trimmer is also exceptionally powerful, with a sensitive trigger that makes it easy to balance between a low, steady speed for regular cutting and a high speed for tough growth. Its ergonomics really make this trimmer stand out: it’s well balanced, has an adjustable handle, and a rotating head. For most regular-sized gardens, this is the perfect tool.
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The Winner: STIGA Collector 140e Kit
A handsome-looking lawn mower, the STIGA Collector 140e Kit is exceptionally well designed, and ideal for small to medium-sized gardens. Its rubber-coated handle makes it comfortable to push, and folds down for neat storage. A simple lever adjusts cutting height, while the dual 20V batteries provide more than enough power to deal with even tough growth.
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The Winner: Segway Navimow i205 AWD
The Segway Navimow i205 AWD is an excellent choice for small-to-medium lawns with uneven ground. Its three-wheel-drive system tackles rough terrain and bumps without getting stuck, while accurate object detection keeps it clear of obstacles. Integrated 4G and Wi-Fi remove the need for a reference station in most gardens, and the superb app and competitive price complete an impressive package.
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The Winner: Stihl HLA 40 Cordless Long-reach Hedge Trimmer
A superb addition to Stihl’s 10.8V AS 2 range, the HLA 40 is impressively light for a pole trimmer. It extends to 260cm, with a tilting head and loop handle that make awkward hedges easy to tackle. It struggles with thicker branches, but for regular growth it’s an excellent tool.
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The Winner: Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat TH200UK
The Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat TH200UK is the upgrade everyone wanted, combining the original’s clever twistable air blades with a powerful heater. A superb new remote makes it easy to use, while the built-in thermostat keeps heating costs under control. For all-year-round use, you won’t get better than this.
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