Reviews

A ceramide-and-hyaluronic-acid cream against a cheaper niacinamide one — we compared CeraVe and Cetaphil moisturising creams on ingredients, stated claims and price.

An encrypted Samsung against a rugged, IP65-rated SanDisk — we compared the two 1TB portable SSDs on speeds, protection, encryption and price.

A design-led Smeg against a much cheaper fast-boil Russell Hobbs — we compared the two 1.7 litre kettles on looks, features, guarantee and price.

A lower-priced foam-grip pole against a cushioned Leki — we compared the Black Diamond Trail and Leki Makalu Lite AS on adjustment, grips, tips, weight and price.

A long-lasting budget band against a GPS-equipped Fitbit — we compared the Xiaomi Smart Band 9 and Fitbit Charge 6 on battery, workout features, smart features and price.

A rotary-head Philips set against a cheaper foil Braun — we compared the Philips Series 5000 and Braun Series 5 on blades, sensors, battery, what is in the box and price.

A full-size ergonomic mouse against a compact travel one — we compared the Logitech MX Master 3S and MX Anywhere 3S on shape, features, battery and price.

A cheaper, light Kindle against a waterproof Kobo with audiobook support — we compared the two 6 inch e-readers on display, battery, waterproofing and price.

An all-in-one boil system against an ultralight stove — we compared the Jetboil Flash and MSR PocketRocket 2 on weight, ignition, what is included and price.

A thick, dense studio mat against a thinner alignment-guided eco mat — we compared the Manduka PRO and Liforme Original on cushioning, grip, materials and price.

A long-playtime budget pair against a pricier Sony with AI call pickup — we compared the Soundcore Space A40 and Sony WF-C710N on noise cancelling, battery, features and price.

Two equal drawers against a big-and-small pair — we compared the Ninja Foodi AF300UK and Tefal Easy Fry Dual on drawer layout, functions, stated capacity and price.

An app-connected round-head brush against a simpler, cheaper sonic one — we compared the Oral-B iO4 and Philips Sonicare 4100 on modes, sensors, battery and price.

A cheaper, longer-lasting JBL against a pricier, better-connected Bose — we compared the Flip 7 and SoundLink Flex on battery, water resistance and features.

A long-lifespan squeeze filter against a versatile, lower-priced squeeze bottle — we compared the Sawyer Squeeze and LifeStraw Peak Series on filtration claims, weight and price.

A textured full-size roller against a slim travel-friendly one — we compared the TriggerPoint GRID and BLACKROLL Slim on surface, size and price.

A connected one-touch Nespresso against a budget Dolce Gusto starter kit — we compared the Vertuo Pop and Mini Me on price, cup sizes, features and pod systems.

A rechargeable Petzl against a waterproof, AAA-powered Black Diamond — we compared the Tikka CORE and Spot 400 on brightness, battery options and price.

A heated premium mini against a lower-priced travel-friendly rival — we compared the Theragun Mini Plus and Hypervolt Go 2 on features, portability and price.

Bigger capacity and air fry versus more functions at a lower price — we compared the Ninja Foodi MAX and Instant Pot Pro on what each multi-cooker actually offers.