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I’ve Had a Bob for 8 Years—These Are the Only Products I Use

Expect a healthy mix of useful and happy-cry-inducing picks.

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What we consider

  • Cleaning performance

    To stress-test dishwashers, we wash dishes that are smeared with tough-to-clean foods. This helps us identify the high achievers.

  • Racks

    Adjustable racks with flexible layouts fit everything from tall pitchers to large pots. A third rack can be helpful.

  • Cycle duration

    Sensors adjust cleaning time in real time. Dishwashers that clean in less than 90 minutes stand out.

The dishwasher is one of the original labor-saving appliances. It also conserves water and energy. There are plenty of good dishwashers out there. But a great one — excellent at cleaning, easy to load, quiet, and reliable — goes above and beyond.After scouring customer reviews and stress-testing more than 30 models, we recommend the Miele G5008 as the first dishwasher you should consider.

Dyson V16 Piston Animal

Dyson V16 Piston Animal

The most powerful anti-tangle cordless vacuum with fade-free suction and a smart, high-capacity bin.

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PROS

  • Exceptional 315 AW fade-free suction that deep-cleans carpets and hard floors
  • Outstanding anti-tangle performance on long hair and pet fur
  • Large effective bin capacity with hygienic compression emptying

CONS

  • Premium price
  • Feels relatively heavy during longer cleaning sessions
  • Does not stand upright on its own

Dyson’s flagship cordless stick delivers 315 Air Watts of consistent suction from its new Hyperdymium 900W motor, combined with dual conical anti-tangle cones that handle long hair and pet fur exceptionally well. The CleanCompaktor bin compresses debris for significantly higher effective capacity (around 1.3 L), while floor-sensing technology and LED illumination automatically adapt performance and reveal hidden dust. Ideal for mixed homes with carpets, hard floors and pets that want maximum cleaning power and fewer emptying trips.

Specification Detail
Suction Power 315 Air Watts (fade-free)
Maximum Runtime Up to 70 minutes
Weight 3.4 kg
Bin Capacity 1.3 L (CleanCompaktor compressed)
Filtration HEPA – 99.99% to 0.1 microns

Shark PowerDetect Cordless

Smart adaptive suction with excellent pet-hair performance and optional self-empty convenience.

PROS

  • Intelligent auto-adjusting suction that adapts to floors and dirt
  • Strong performance on pet hair with good anti-tangle design
  • Self-emptying base option for cleaner, more convenient emptying

CONS

  • Heavier than the lightest cordless models
  • Relatively long charge time (around 6 hours)
  • Can be noisy on higher power settings

Shark’s PowerDetect range uses multiple sensors (DirtDetect, FloorDetect, EdgeDetect and LightDetect) to automatically adjust power and brush speed for different surfaces and debris levels. It delivers strong suction, solid anti-hair-wrap performance and up to 70 minutes of runtime. Many UK versions include a Clean & Empty base that empties the bin hygienically after each clean. A practical, feature-rich alternative to premium brands for homes with pets or mixed flooring

Specification Detail
Maximum Runtime Up to 70 minutes
Weight 3.7 kg
Bin Capacity 0.7 L
Motor Power 380 W
Filtration HEPA
Bosch Unlimited ProHome

Bosch Unlimited ProHome

Lightweight everyday cordless with swappable batteries for continuous cleaning.

PROS

  • Very light and easy to manoeuvre
  • Swappable batteries allow near-continuous runtime
  • Compatible with Bosch’s wider Power for All 18V tool system

CONS

  • Smaller dustbin requires more frequent emptying
  • Less powerful on thick carpets and heavy pet hair
  • Fewer advanced smart features than competitors

The Bosch Unlimited ProHome focuses on ease of use and flexibility. It is notably light, uses Bosch’s Power for All 18V interchangeable battery system (often supplied with two batteries), and offers quick charging on higher models. The flexible tube on many versions helps reach under furniture, while the overall design suits quick daily cleans and smaller homes. It prioritises convenience and low weight over the deepest carpet or heavy pet-hair performance of heavier flagships

Specification Detail
Maximum Runtime Up to 80 minutes (dual batteries)
Weight 2.9 kg
Bin Capacity 0.3–0.4 L
Battery System 18V Power for All (swappable)
Charge Time Approx. 1.5–5 hours (model dependent)