Home and living

The pros and cons, plus the best Ikea mattresses we've tested.

From regular cleaning to tricky stains, our tips can help extend the life of your mattress.

These mattresses will help you keep your cool at night.

We compare the big-name brands on price, range, firmness, warranty, delivery and exchange options. 

Budget buy or established brand? We put these two popular players head-to-head to help you choose what's right for you.

Can this cult kitchen product improve your diet, or are the health claims just hot air?

These not-so-hot air fryers will leave you underwhelmed.

Budget buy or established brand? We put these two popular players head-to-head to help you choose what's right for you.

We look at how effective the moisture-absorbing product is compared to using a dehumidifier. 

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

How to choose a ceiling fan for a peaceful night's sleep.

Keep your cool and steer clear of these loud and lousy units.

Our rigorous lab tests help you find the best heater.

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

These plug-in heaters can catch fire or explode, but they're still available to buy on eBay and other online retailers. 

From portable electric heaters to the humble door snake, you won't need your landlord's permission for these heating options.

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

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

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

We explain ways to unclog your toilet and why you should never flush tissues, paper towels or wet wipes.

We compare these top performing stick vac brands for price, accessories, features and more.

It will save water and electricity (and therefore, money!), but will the eco function on your washer give good results?

Spruce up your wardrobe with these pointers from CHOICE's laundry experts. 

Dyson's new hard floor vacuum is slim, but how well does it really clean? We tested it in our lab to find out.