Latest articles by Erin Bashford
I pushed the new Dyson Airwrap i.d. to the limit with my frizzy damaged hair — and I'm never using another styler again
I've been using the brand-new Dyson Airwrap ID for a few days — here are my first impressions.
I put this $500 Bose soundbar to the test — it’s a great smart home product, but it won’t impress movie fans
The Bose Smart Soundbar is a fantastic smart home product, but it won’t impress true hi-fi fanatics thanks to its lackluster bass and too-crisp treble.
I can’t believe this Samsung soundbar is under $300 — it performs like a premium setup
The Samsung HW-B650 is a punchy soundbar + subwoofer combo with an impressive surround-sound experience, a range of playback modes, and great bass.
I ate only air fryer food for 24 hours thanks to this dual-basket air fryer — and it was the best decision I’ve ever made
The Cosori Dual Basket air fryer is double the size for double the cooking. I made roast chicken, sausage rolls, pastries, veggies, and more, with no stress.
I just tested this all-in-one Dolby Atmos surround soundbar — and it made me feel like I'm at the movies
At $1,699, the JBL Bar 1300X isn’t the cheapest option on the market, but it is one of the best bang-for-buck soundbar systems out there.
Majority Elias review: I knew £99 for a Dolby Atmos soundbar was too good to be true
The Majority Elias is a super-budget soundbar. Priced at just £99, it claims it has Dolby Atmos — but it doesn’t. It has decent sound quality for TV, though.
I just tested the ultimate wireless mic for on-the-go TikTokers and content creators
The Shure MoveMic 88+ is one of the best microphones for video journalists and content creators. The completely wireless MoveMic 88+ provides crystal-clear audio quality.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Everything our expert reviewers loved and didn't
From the iPhone 16e to mirrorless and screen-free cameras, here's everything our expert reviewers liked or didn't from this week's testing.
I’ve reviewed tons of kitchen products — these are the 5 I actually use
I've reviewed loads of kitchen gadgets, but only a select few have earned their place as a regular in my kitchen. I walk you through the 5 that I use daily.
Move over, Ninja — I'll only buy air fryers with this one feature from now on
I test a lot of appliances, air fryers included. But if you want entertainment while cooking, there's nothing quite like the Philips 2000.
Kalita Wave Dripper review: Strike a pose for my new favorite pour-over
One of the simplest and most aesthetically pleasing brewing methods out there, the Kalita Wave is ideal for coffee purists, with clean extraction and easy use.
I tested iconic coffee brand Hario’s gooseneck kettle, and it’s left me a little confused
The Hario V60 Buono is a gooseneck kettle with the looks and the feel of a premium product, but doesn’t have precise temperature settings.
I’ve found the best coffee gadget for camping trips — the Wacaco Cuppamoka is like no other
Wacaco Cuppamoka is an insulated mug and pour-over dripper combo: think V60 and Thermos in one. It’s one of the most innovative coffee products around.
I’m an ex-barista and these are the best scales for coffee I’ve tested
I've got years of experience as a professional barista. As a journalist, I've spent hours testing the best coffee scales, and now I proudly present my findings.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Sony, OnePlus, Corsair and more
The highlights from a week of Tom's Guide's expert product testing.
Wacaco Exagram Pro review: This coffee scale is so close to perfection
The Wacaco Exagram Pro is a gorgeous and efficient budget coffee scale with premium performance, except for one tiny flaw: it has no flow-rate monitor.
Polk Audio Signa S4 review: One of the best bang-for-buck soundbars you can get
Considering the Polk Audio Signa S4 soundbar has a wireless subwoofer, sub-$400 is a fantastic price for a beginner setup. The best part? It’s actually good.
Philips 2000 Series Air Fryer review: I’m only using this type of air fryer from now on
Philips 2000 Series is the air fryer I’ve been longing for. Not only does it make delicious roast chicken, crispy fries, and desserts, it also has a window.
Don’t bother with Bose in the President's Day sales — I prefer these Bose QuietComfort and SoundLink alternatives
Bose is overrated. I firmly believe these five audio products are better than Bose's alternative, and let me prove it.
Forget those fancy coffee makers — this handheld portable espresso machine is the only coffee maker you need
Perfect for outdoor adventures, the Wacaco Minipresso GR2 is a handheld espresso machine powered by nothing more than human strength.
What Tom’s Guide tested this week: Expert reviews of Dyson, Insta360 and more
The highlights (and lowlights) from a week of expert product reviews.
SteelSeries Nimbus+ review: A middle-of-the-road phone gaming controller
The SteelSeries Nimbus+ is compatible with Apple devices and there’s an Android model too, fit with Hall Effect triggers — and both have some glaring flaws.
I just tested the Dyson Gen5Detect — and it ruins every other vacuum for me
The Dyson Gen5Detect is one of the best vacuum cleaners around at the moment. But it’s almost $1k, which might make it unattainable for some people.
