Comparison
Rugs
Ruggable vs Tumble: Washable Rugs Compared
I own and have washed both, so this isn't guesswork. Here's how Ruggable and Tumble actually compare. And which washable rug I'd buy.
The Tested Home
Comparisons
Two or three popular products, tested side by side, so you can see exactly which one is actually worth buying. And which is riding on hype.
Comparison
Comparison
Smart home
Philips Hue vs Govee: Which Smart Lights Win?
Premium and rock-solid, or cheaper and clever? I run both Philips Hue and Govee at home. Here's the honest comparison and who should buy which.
Comparison
Smart home
Govee vs Nanoleaf: Which Smart Lighting Is Right for You?
Govee does a bit of everything cheaply; Nanoleaf makes those striking wall panels. They're not really the same thing. Here's which one you actually want.
Comparison
Lighting
IKEA vs Brightech: Floor Lamps Compared
The budget flat-pack champion versus the 'best-of-list' favourite. I've tested both. Here's how IKEA and Brightech floor lamps really compare.
Comparison
Lighting
Sunset Lamp vs Cloud Lamp: Viral Light Showdown
Two cheap viral mood lights, one glowing sunset on your wall and one fluffy colour-changing cloud. I bought both. Here's which is actually worth it.
Comparison
Smart home
Hatch Restore vs a Budget Sunrise Alarm: Worth the Splurge?
The Hatch Restore costs many times more than a basic sunrise alarm. I tested both on my notoriously difficult mornings. Here's whether the splurge pays off.
Comparison
Greenery
Real Plants vs Faux: An Honest Comparison
I've killed enough real plants and bought enough fake ones to compare them honestly. Here's when to go real, when to fake it, and how to make faux look convincing.
Comparison
Furniture
West Elm vs Article: Where I'd Spend on Furniture
Two go-to names for stylish mid-range furniture. Having bought from both, here's how West Elm and Article compare. And where I'd actually spend.