Erin Bashford
Erin Bashford is a staff writer at Tom’s Guide, covering reviews. She has a Master’s in Broadcast and Digital Journalism from the University of East Anglia and 7 years of experience reviewing music and events for various publications. She has edited publications such as Outline Magazine’s Guide to Norwich, and she has written for a number of magazines and websites such as Clash Magazine, Outline Magazine and Dork Magazine. Alongside this she has created video reports for BBC News and produced podcasts and radio broadcasts about everything from music to ghost stories. Erin is an avid user of home appliances like blenders, slow cookers, coffee machines, in addition to her penchant for MacBook Pros and iPhones. In her spare time you can find her reading, practising yoga, writing fantasy fiction, or stressing over todays’ NYT Games.
Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I’ve handpicked the best Owala water bottle Black Friday deals — save up to 20% now
By Erin Bashford published
I've picked the best deals for the viral Owala water bottle — my favorite is the 40oz tumbler in 'Yoga Pink'.
These are the 5 best Black Friday Sims 4 deals — from a self-professed Sims addict
By Erin Bashford published
These are the best The Sims 4 packs on sale right now — from a true Sims nerd.
TikTok favorite Ninja Creami ice cream maker is $40 off in this cool Black Friday deal
By Erin Bashford last updated
Save $40 off the social-media-frenzied Ninja Creami ice cream maker with this Black Friday deal.
These are the best Black Friday coffee maker deals — handpicked by an ex-barista
By Camilla Sharman last updated
Become a barista this Black Friday and grab one of the best coffee machine deals.
I thought this one-of-a-kind e-bike conversion kit would be great — I ‘spoke’ too soon
By Erin Bashford published
While the CLIP e-bike conversion kit feels like a great idea, it's not quite ready yet.
CLIP review: This e-bike conversion kit needs work
By Erin Bashford published
The CLIP e-bike conversion kit is a neat prototype, but needs fine-tuning before we can recommend it. The range is just 4 miles, it can't handle rain and is pretty bulky.
Felicita Arc review: This coffee scale has thought of everything
By Erin Bashford published
The diamond of coffee scales
Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 review: High price, high fashion
By Erin Bashford published
The Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 Coffee Scale is a premium coffee scale with a sleek LED waterproof screen, high weight accuracy, and a live flow rate monitor.
KitchenTour Coffee Scale review: Premium performance at an affordable price
By Erin Bashford published
The KitchenTour Coffee Scale is a great scale with a range of functions and a responsive LED screen. And the best part — it’s the cheapest coffee scale I’ve ever reviewed.
Subminimal Subscale review: A coffee scale you can drink out of
By Erin Bashford published
The Subminimal Subscale is an aesthetically-pleasing coffee doser with an instantly reactive LED screen and juicy IPX4 rating… but it’s only really suitable for espresso.
Hario V60 Drip Scale review: Master coffee with this simple scale
By Erin Bashford published
Ideal for experimentation and big brewers
Hario V60 vs Chemex: Which manual coffeemaker is right for you?
By Erin Bashford published
Which manual coffee maker will come out on top? I consider ease of use, taste, and maintenance.
OneOdio Focus A5 review: These headphones look like the boss, but sound like a nervous intern
By Erin Bashford published
Despite the pleasing price tag and cool appearance, the disappointing audio quality means these headphones make every song sound mediocre.
Aarke Coffee Maker review: It looks cool, but at what cost?
By Erin Bashford published
The Aarke Coffee Maker is an electric coffee maker oozing Scandinavian cool, but the price tag is higher than you’d expect for its lack of features.
Hario V60 review: There’s beauty in simplicity
By Erin Bashford published
One of the cheapest and easiest ways to brew a speciality coffee
AeroPress vs Chemex: Which brews a better coffee?
By Erin Bashford published
When you put the Chemex and the AeroPress head-to-head, which comes out the superior coffee maker?
Chemex Pour-Over Glass Coffeemaker review: The rumors are true — perfect coffee every time
By Erin Bashford published
It’s got the looks and the brains
Treblab HD77 review: Outdoor-ready but underwhelming sound
By Erin Bashford published
Perfect for camping trips, but it might not hold up as your main speaker
Majority D40X review: Style, substance, and a scintillating price tag
By Erin Bashford published
Looks and sounds the part
Smeg EGF03 Espresso Machine with Grinder review: Sleek retro styling and a smooth cup of joe
By Erin Bashford published
One of the easiest ways to add finesse and style to your morning coffee — but you’ll pay for it
How to use an AeroPress — it's not as daunting as you think
By Erin Bashford published
Follow these easy steps to make delicious AeroPress coffee in no time.
AeroPress Premium review: Premium build, premium coffee, premium price tag
By Erin Bashford published
The AeroPress Premium is certainly a premium product. The hand-blown glass coffee maker brews silky smooth, bright coffee that tastes as good as it looks.
KitchenAid KF8 Coffee Machine review: Hands-free coffee making for stress-free coffee drinking
By Erin Bashford published
Like your own personal coffee-making robot
Ultenic D10 robot vacuum review: Automated mopping and suction for your floors
By Erin Bashford published
The D10 robot vacuum and mop by Ultenic is a budget auto-cleaner that stays on top of everyday dust and spills. Does it clean as well as a human? Read on to see if it makes life a bit easier.
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