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.

New Thermomix TM7 announced: should you buy it?

August 30, 2025February 18, 2025 by Pru Engel

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We look at the features of the latest Thermomix and help you decide if an all-in-one kitchen machine is for you

Useful tips for moving house

August 30, 2025February 17, 2025 by Pru Engel

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Moving house is a huge job – follow our tips to make the process as easy as possible and ensure you don’t blow out your budget.

How do cheap high chairs from Kmart and Ikea compare with pricier buys?

August 30, 2025February 13, 2025 by Pru Engel

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Is it worth shelling out for a Bugaboo or Stokke high chair? Plus, we compare Ikea chairs with Kmart and Target look-alikes.

Car insurance policies to avoid

August 30, 2025February 7, 2025 by Pru Engel | Mark

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Ensure you’re getting the best deal and steer clear of these policies that failed to impress our experts.

New to induction cooking? Follow these top tips for cooktop success

August 30, 2025February 5, 2025 by Pru Engel

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Become an kitchen pro with our expert tips for using an induction cooktop.

The induction cooktops that failed to impress

August 30, 2025February 5, 2025 by Pru Engel | Rebecca Ciaramidaro

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These models simmered rather than sizzled in our latest tests.

The cheap dishwasher detergent that beats the big-name brands

August 30, 2025January 30, 2025 by Alice Richard | Pru Engel

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We reveal the super saver that’ll make your dishes sparkle for less than a quarter of the price of big-name detergents.

Dishwashers to avoid buying

August 30, 2025January 30, 2025 by Pru Engel

three dishwashers to avoid buying

We dish the dirt on the poorest performers in our latest lab test.

Robot vacuum cleaners to avoid buying

August 30, 2025January 28, 2025 by Pru Engel

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Need some help around the house? Don’t count on these poorly performing robot vacs, and check our reviews before you buy.

Sanity-saving tips for thriving and surviving in the new school year

August 30, 2025January 13, 2025 by Pru Engel | Rebecca Ciaramidaro

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CHOICE parents share their back-to-school life hacks to get the year off to a great start.