Articles by Ruth Hamilton, Homes Editor

Ruth is TechRadar's Homes Editor specializing in air (vacuum cleaners, robovacs, fans and air purifiers), and hair (hair dryers, straighteners and stylers). She has been in consumer journalism since 2020, reviewing and writing about everything from outdoor kit to mattresses and wellness gadgets, with stints on Tom's Guide and T3 before joining TechRadar. Before that, she worked on various design titles, in print and online.

Articles by: Ruth Hamilton

Dyson V8 vs V15 Detect cordless vacuum: what's the difference and which should I buy?

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 August 25

I pitted the cheapest Dyson vacuum against one of the priciest to see if there's enough of a difference to justify the extra spend.

I tested this robot mower on the biggest lawn I could find – and it was fast, accurate and a dream to control

By Ruth Hamilton published 30 August 25

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If you have a palatial lawn in need of regular upkeep, the Segway Navimow X3 Series is the robot mower you've been waiting for.

Dyson V11 vacuum (left) vs Gen5detect (right)

Dyson V11 vs Gen5detect: what's the difference, and which should you buy?

By Ruth Hamilton published 30 August 25

We put Dyson's 2019 and 2022 flagship vacuums head to head – is the Gen5detect really worth the extra cash?

Hobot S7 Pro window cleaning robot on inside of reviewer's patio door window

I tested a robotic window cleaner – here are 3 things that surprised me

By Ruth Hamilton published 17 August 25

I wasn't even aware there was such a thing as a window cleaning robot – and that was just the first surprise in store.

Roborock Saros 10 robot vacuum in mopping mode

Can a robot vacuum effectively mop your floors, too? I've tested all kinds of hybrid robovacs, and here's what I've found

By Ruth Hamilton published 16 August 25

Mopping is a handy bonus with most robot vacuums, but they won't scrub floors like a human can.

People are fighting about whether Dyson vacuums are trash, but the arguments don't stack up – here's my take as a vacuum expert

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 August 25

Please, everyone, stop blaming Dyson for everything that's wrong with cordless stick vacuums.

Dreame AirStyle Pro on shelf in reviewer's bathroom, with attachments lined up behind

Dreame, please fix these issues with your hair styler gadget – I'd love to be able to recommend it as an Airwrap alternative

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 11 August 25

The AirStyle Pro has the potential to be a serious Dyson Airwrap rival, but for two simple mis-steps.

5 ways to tackle stains on hardwood floors, according to a specialist

By Ruth Hamilton published 4 August 25

Expert tips to help you keep your hard floors looking spick and span.

Dyson Ball Animal upright vacuum cleaner

4 essential things to look for in a vacuum cleaner for carpet

By Ruth Hamilton published 4 August 25

Need to deep-clean dusty carpet? Here's exactly what to look for in your vacuum cleaner.

Dyson engineer reveals the often-overlooked feature that vacuum cleaners are 'pointless' without – and it's nothing to do with suction

By Ruth Hamilton published 31 July 25

'Many people assume that if visible dust and dirt is picked up, the problem is solved.'

Dreame L40 Ultra robot vacuum on a rug with a dog toy

The best robot vacuum for pet hair: reviewed by experts

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 30 July 25

Your guide to the best robot vacuums for pet hair – ideal for those with shedding pets.

We've just had our first official look at DJI's first robot vacuum – and I have questions

By Ruth Hamilton published 26 July 25

The Roma sure looks cool, but I'm intrigued to see if DJI can transfer its drone magic into the world of home cleaning.

Still from teaser trailer for DJI Romo robot vacuum

DJI’s first robot vacuum gets launch date in official teaser – and it looks like the Romo is arriving sooner than expected

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 July 25

No, it won't be able to fly... and actually it might not be able to mop, either.

Shark PowerDetect cordless vacuum with headlamps illuminated, cleaning the edge of a room

I asked 5 experts what makes the perfect vacuum for hard floor – here's what they told me

By Ruth Hamilton published 21 July 25

Vacuum cleaners aren't just for carpet.

"The slower you go, the more you will pick up" – Dyson engineer reveals the most efficient vacuum cleaning technique, backed up by science

By Ruth Hamilton published 21 July 25

I spoke to a Dyson engineer about the best way to vacuum – here are his tips.

Air circulator (left) and a regular fan (right)

Air circulator vs fan: what's the difference, and which one should you buy?

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 14 July 25

They can look very similar, but air circulators work differently to most other fans – here's how to pick the right option for your needs.

A Nintendo Switch 2 next to hands holding the Sigma BF and a B&O Bluetooth speaker sitting on a table

The best tech of 2025 so far – the 17 finest gadgets we've tested this year

By Mark Wilson published 5 July 25

TechRadar has spent days testing products across phones, TVs, laptops, cameras, smartwatches and more in 2025. These are the best ones we've reviewed so far this year.

The Xbox Series X Digital next to the new Dyson Airwrap and Nothing Headphone (1)

ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Spotify's suspected AI band to Nothing's first over-ear headphones

By Hamish Hector published 5 July 25

Here's the biggest tech news stories from Dyson, Xbox, Dyson, Nothing and more for July 5, 2025.

The Shark Anti Hair Wrap Cordless Vacuum cleaning a rug

A cleaning expert reveals how often you should really be vacuuming your floors – and it's not as bad as I feared

By Ruth Hamilton published 3 July 25

How often do you really need to vacuum your carpets, upholstery, or hard floor? I got the definitive answers, from a cleaning veteran.

Dyson's next-gen Airwrap is smaller, lighter, and more powerful, but it's the new straightening attachment that really turned my head

By Ruth Hamilton published 1 July 25

There's a new Airwrap in town, and it's not just for creating curls.

Dyson Gen5detect (left) next to the Gen5outsize vacuum

Dyson has a supersized version of its most advanced vacuum – here are all the differences between the Gen5detect and Gen5outsize

By Ruth Hamilton published 28 June 25

The Gen5detect has a bigger dust cup and wider floorhead, but it's not necessarily the superior choice.

The Shark FlexStyle, Dreame Airstyle Pro and Dyson Airwrap i.d. in reviewer's home

I tested 3 Airwrap dupes, and I'm more convinced than ever that Dyson's styler is the GOAT

By Ruth Hamilton last updated 27 June 25

When it comes to effortless styling without the heat damage, Dyson has the market wrapped up.

Can't decide which Dyson vacuum is right for you? Here are the models I'd recommend for 5 different use cases

By Ruth Hamilton published 25 June 25

Tailored recommendations for big homes, small homes, pets, hard floors, and carpet.

Dyson Supersonic r and Supersonic Nural hair dryers, in reviewer's bathroom

Dyson Supersonic Nural vs Dyson Supersonic r: which ultra-premium dryer is better?

By Ruth Hamilton published 24 June 25

I tested two of the priciest hair dryers on the market against one another in the ultimate head-to-head – here's what I learned.

Person using Roborock F25 Ace Combo mop in a home with dogs running around

I've only been using it a day, but I can already tell this wet-and-dry vacuum combo is going to be a pet-owner's new best friend

By Ruth Hamilton published 20 June 25

When it comes to tackling pet hair and muddy prints, this wet-and-dry vacuum is pawsome.

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