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Gareth Thomas
As Expert Reviews’ Home Editor, Gareth manages a vast range of content, including kitchen appliances, air treatment, ergonomic furniture and mattresses – the latter being a section of the website he’s worked within since joining in 2020. Following a Master’s Degree in Magazine Journalism, Gareth’s six years (and counting) on the team has made him an unlikely expert on filter coffee machines, office chairs and pillows. Gareth also works closely with Expert Reviews’ roster of freelancers in commissioning and editing reviews.
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Cuddledown ZeroMite Pillow review: A comfortable pillow that can be washed hot Cuddledown’s washable pillow is comfortable, affordable and easy to care for. But is 95°C washability everything it’s cracked up to be?£39Gareth Thomas -
Shark ChillPill review: Attractive but underwhelming The ChillPill looks lovely, but it’s weak, noisy and expensive – don’t waste your money£130Gareth Thomas -
Dyson unveils its first self-empying vacuum cleaner Introducing the V10 Konical and Auto-empty Dok – for konvenient kleaningGareth Thomas -
I got up close and personal with EGO’s latest robot lawn mower EGO showcases its latest garden technology in action in its natural elementGareth Thomas -
Dyson PencilWash review: A competent but awfully expensive mop The PencilWash cleans well and is a joy to manoeuvre around, but there’s no getting away from that price£300Gareth Thomas -
DREO showcases its new cooling range ahead of spring The brand’s range of TurboCool deliver fine mists that will keep you cool, not wetGareth Thomas -
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Baratza Encore ESP Pro review: Unobtrusive, consistent and accurate The ESP Pro is a great upgrade on the original Encore ESP, grinding consistently and easily across a broad spectrum£250Gareth Thomas -
The best mattresses for side sleepers, tried and tested We’ve tested a whole range of products to inform our roundup of the best mattresses for side sleepersGareth Thomas -
Best king size mattress : Spacious comfort for couples Want to buy a king size mattress, but not sure which one? We’ve tested the best foam and hybrid king mattresses from Emma, Simba and moreGareth Thomas -
Dreams Hyde & Sleep Dual Ice Pillow: All things to all people? This pillow offers both soft microfibre comfort and pressure relieving memory foam. It’s comfortable and supportive, but I couldn’t always feel the difference£70Gareth Thomas -
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Dreams Dream Team Ultimate Washable duvet review: Cheap, but more than just cheerful Soft and fluffy, the Dreams Dream Team Ultimate Washable duvet is a pleasure to sleep under£35Jo Plumridge -
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Happy Beds The Annabel 2000 Pocket Spring Natural Pillowtop mattress review: Proof that comfort and support doesn’t have to break the bank The Annabel looks and feels like a premium mattress, but it’s very reasonably priced. Just be aware that it’s much firmer than advertised£659Jo Plumridge -
Expert Reviews Sleep Awards 2026: The results The very best tried-and-tested products, from mattresses to pillows – plus YOUR favourite sleep brandsJo Plumridge -
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Simba Performance Mattress Protector review: Quilted, soft and comfortable to sleep on The Simba Performance mattress protector adds a touch of padding and extra comfort to your mattress, but it’s not completely waterproof£129Jo Plumridge -
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Dreams Side Sleeper pillow review: A great value microfibre pillow£30Gareth Thomas