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Pru Engel

I came to CHOICE in March 2019 after working as an editor on many of Australia's leading food and lifestyle titles. As CHOICE's audience and engagement editor, my job is to bring the unique stories, surprising facts and the personalities behind CHOICE's data and research to our readers. I spend a lot of my time in our labs and offices speaking to our testers and experts to find those gems of information that resonate with Australian consumers and help them make the best decisions.  You can find me on LinkedIn.

Ikea: Best buys and what to avoid

August 30, 2025March 26, 2025 by Pru Engel | Alice Richard
closeup_of_ikea_storefront_showing_ikea_logo

From mattresses and microwaves to cooktops and cots, we take a look at some of Ikea’s best and worst products.

Categories Bargain Hunting, Everyday Shopping, Shopping Tags Article multiple product

The cheap stain removers CHOICE experts recommend, and the best in our test

August 30, 2025March 25, 2025 by Alice Richard
sard aldi vanish oxy action sard stain removers on teal background

Big-name brands topped our stain remover tests, but we reveal the bargains that annihilate stains, not budgets.

Categories home-and-living, Laundry and Cleaning, Laundry Detergents

Fridges to avoid buying

March 17, 2025 by Alice Richard
illustration of two fridges with crosses

These not-so-hot fridges have chillingly low scores.

Categories home-and-living, kitchen, Fridges Tags Article multiple product

Coffee machines to avoid buying

August 30, 2025March 10, 2025 by Alice Richard
generic coffee machine thumbs down

We spill the beans on the worst performers in our tests and the coffee machines likely to leave a bitter taste in your mouth.

Categories Coffee Machines, home-and-living, kitchen

5 things our coffee machine expert would never do

August 30, 2025March 10, 2025 by Alice Richard
espresso cup made at home

CHOICE’s resident coffee nerd explains the importance of the daily grind and why a clean machine equals better coffee.

Categories Coffee Machines, home-and-living, kitchen Tags Article list

Irons vs steam stations vs garment steamers: Which should you buy? 

August 30, 2025March 5, 2025 by Alice Richard
illustration of steam iron steam station and garment steamer

How to choose the right option for your clothes. Plus, our hacks to make ironing easier. 

Categories home-and-living, Ironing, Laundry and Cleaning Tags Article explainer

Should you buy a DeLonghi toaster and kettle pack from Aldi?

August 30, 2025February 25, 2025 by Alice Richard
black delonghi icona kettle and toaster

The retailer is selling them on the cheap on Wednesday 26 February, but are they any good?

Categories home-and-living, kitchen, Toasters Grills and Sandwich Presses Tags Article explainer

Stick vacuum cleaners to avoid buying

August 30, 2025February 24, 2025 by Alice Richard
stick vacs to avoid red cross

If you want clean floors and carpets, steer clear of these suckers, even if you find them for a steal. 

Categories home-and-living, Laundry and Cleaning, Vacuum Cleaners Tags Article multiple product

Not cross buns: Culinary crime or tasty treat?

August 30, 2025February 13, 2025 by Alice Richard
pack shots of the four new flavours of not cross buns for 2025

From nostalgic flavours to iconic Aussie mash-ups, we taste test the Not Cross Buns on the shelves this Easter. 

Categories Bread, Bread Cereal and Grains, Food and Drink Tags Article list

Samsung vs LG: Which TV brand is best?

August 30, 2025February 13, 2025 by Alice Richard
samsung vs lg tvs 2024

These two brands are the big names in the TV world – but how do they compare?

Categories Electronics and Technology, Home Entertainment, TVs and Projectors Tags Article explainer
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