
Millie Fender
Millie is the Managing Editor of Homes at Tom's Guide. She's been reviewing home tech for over five years, testing everything from coffee makers to the latest vacuum cleaners.
Starting out in 2019 as a Staff Writer at TopTenReviews, Millie then moved on to Future's Homes portfolio, including Ideal Home, Homes&Gardens, Livingetc, Woman&Home and Real Homes, where she eventually oversaw all product testing as Head of Reviews.
With particular expertise in cookware and kitchen appliances, you'll struggle to find an air fryer Millie hasn't tested. She's traveled the world reporting on the latest home innovations and product launches, learning how to use pizza ovens from Pizzaiolos in Naples, and touring the De'Longhi factory in Venice. Millie is also an SCA-Certified barista.
When she's not reporting on home and appliance trends, Millie loves watching live music. She's currently learning the guitar - naturally, she plays a Fender.
Latest articles by Millie Fender

I spent a day in LG's Smart Cottage — is this the future of smart homes?
By Millie Fender published
LG is synonymous with home appliances and during a recent trip to the brand's home city of Seoul, Tom's Guide got to see what it's working on.

Huge Ninja Prime Day sale — save 40% on air fryers, blenders and more with these early deals
By Olivia Halevy published
Amazon is knocking up to 40% off Ninja kitchen appliances in its early Prime Day sale. Check out my favorite deals on air fryers, toaster ovens, blenders, coffee makers and more.

The Vitamix Ascent blender is the easiest 5-star review I've ever given, and it's $200 off for Prime Day
By Millie Fender published
This early Prime Day deal on the Vitamix Ascent blender is unmissable.

The Ninja Artisan Pizza Oven has never been cheaper — save $100 in this early Prime Day deal
By Millie Fender published
Get a slice of American Pie with this 4th of July deal.

Don't wait for Prime Day — Ninja's Luxe Café coffee maker is 15% off this 4th of July
By Millie Fender last updated
Ninja's sellout espresso machine has gone on sale with a $90 saving.

I went hands-on with LG's coffee-making robot — here's what happened
By Millie Fender published
Duobo is cute, smart, and brews extra-strong.

Dyson just dropped a new Airwrap with a game-changing straightening attachment
By Millie Fender published
There's a new Dyson Airwrap in town — the Co-anda 2x is smaller, lighter, and twice as powerful

I tried Shark's new misting fan at a family BBQ — and it ended up drenching my in-laws
By Millie Fender published
Shark's new misting line is the fan of the summer, but there's one thing I want you to know before you buy

Ninja Luxe Café vs Ninja Luxe Café Pro: which coffee maker should you buy?
By Millie Fender published
I compared the new Ninja Luxe Café Pro to the original Luxe Café — here's what you need to know

I just tested Shark's FlexBreeze misting fan — and it cools you off like a cucumber in a lux grocery store
By Millie Fender last updated
Without the Shark FlexBreeze I would be a human puddle, and it's 20% off in the summer sale

I've got a $1,500 coffee maker with a cold brew setting, but I always go back to this cheap gadget to make my iced coffee
By Millie Fender last updated
This $25 gadget makes any coffee iced in under a minute, and it couldn't be easier to use

I finally tried Nespresso's iced coffee cup, and TikTok is right — it's a summer must-have
By Millie Fender last updated
The best $25 you'll spend this summer

I ditched my gas grill for this Kamado Joe — and I'm never going back
By Millie Fender published
I was scared of charcoal grilling until I tested the Kamado Joe Konnected — here's why

Ladybugs are a 'gardener’s best friend' — but horticulturalists say this common mistake could be driving them away
By Millie Fender last updated
Horticulturalists say this gardening habit could be "driving away" helpful insects

I finally banished fruit flies for good using this $7 gadget from Amazon
By Millie Fender last updated
I compared Amazon's 3 top-selling fruit fly traps, and the winner works miracles

I was introduced to HexClad by Gordon Ramsay himself — here's my honest verdict after 3 years of daily use
By Millie Fender published
Is HexClad worth the hype? I've been using my pans for 3 years, and here's my honest thoughts

I bought YETI's insulated bowls, and now every lunch break is a picnic
By Millie Fender published
Forget desk lunches, these YETI insulated bowls just made my lunch break so much cooler

My dad is impossible to shop for, but this YETI beach chair is the best Father's Day gift I've ever given him
By Millie Fender published
What do you get for the dad who has everything? This chair.

Ninja Luxe Café Pro review — here’s my honest verdict
By Millie Fender published
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro has some quirks, but I'd recommend it to almost everyone.

Best grills in 2025
By Millie Fender last updated
Master your outdoor feasts with the best grills to suit every backyard and budget.

I tested the Shark TurboBlade Cooling Fan — and this dual design is worth every penny
By Millie Fender published
The Shark TurboBlade is an expensive option, but it's a worthwhile investment for hot sleepers.

Get Grillin' with Tom's Guide: the ultimate guide to home grilling
By Millie Fender last updated
Whether you're shopping for your latest grill or want to learn more about the world of smoking, our expert guide to everything grilling has you covered.

Best juicers 2025
By Millie Fender last updated
We tested the best juicers for every use and budget, featuring masticating and centrifugal models from Hurom, Tribest, Omega and more.
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