Reviews
best buy
Octopus Energy review: Our favourite energy supplier
Octopus Energy is a great all-rounder: a multi-award winning supplier for a reason
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British Gas review: Pretty good but not the best This long-established supplier is one of the most trusted but not among the top for value -
E.ON Next review: A mediocre supplier E.ON offers a 100% renewable electricity option for homes, but scored mediocre ratings for some aspects of customer satisfaction -
Scottish Power review: A green energy producer with middling service Impressive green credentials with middle-of-the-road value for money and customer trust -
Ovo Energy review: A reasonably good supplier Great customer service with options for environmentally minded customers -
recommended
Utility Warehouse review: One of the best energy suppliers Great service from a supplier offering more than just energy in one bill -
recommended
JBL Cove M1 review: A successful multiroom ecosystem debut The JBL Cove M1 is a great device from a new player in the multi-room ecosystem market and a warning shot to the likes of Sonos that it can’t have things all its own way£199 -
Whoop 5.0: Easy to live with, but pricey The Whoop 5.0 scores highly on the tilt factor of likability thanks to its tasteful software and low maintenance hardware, but the competition puts an unflattering spotlight on value and accuracy£169 -
recommended
Eufy S4 4K Solar Wall Light: Let there be light! Not the cheapest way to light your garden or driveway, but the built-in 4K camera makes this a very versatile device, and setup is a cinch£230 -
recommended
Apple Watch Series 12: The embodiment of accuracy The latest Apple watch is tougher, more accurate and smarter than ever, but battery life still sucks£369 -
best buy
Apple AirPods 5: Enormous bang for your buck A valuable upgrade to Apple’s cheapest, most accessible earbuds; they’re a lot better than you think£119 -
LG xboom Stage 501 review: A big, fun karaoke-ready party speaker It has dual mic inputs, AI vocal removal and big sound for serious karaoke, but at £450 you'll need to justify the premium over simpler party speakers -
Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene: Effective but far from perfect Dyson’s Clean+Wash Hygiene hard floor cleaner does an excellent job on stains and small debris but it's a bit leaky£300 -
recommended
Oppo Find X10 Pro Max: Top-tier cameras but very expensive A well-rounded flagship with particularly excellent cameras, but it’s very expensive and a little late in the year to truly stand out£1449