
Derek Adams
Derek (aka Delbert, Delvis, Delphinium, Delboy etc) specialises in home and outdoor wares, from coffee machines, white appliances and vacs to drones, garden gear and BBQs. He has been writing for more years than anyone can remember, starting at the legendary Time Out magazine – the original, London version – on a typewriter! He now writes for T3 between playing drums with his bandmates in Red Box (redboxmusic).
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My dog left an unwelcome gift on my rug. Then my robo-vac spread it around. Enter the Platinum SmartWash carpet cleaner…Liquid and detergent blasting appliance on wheels remedies robot-assisted canine cack mishap like a boss
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The new iRobot Roomba J7+ robot vac could be the answer to my home dog poop problemVersus Genius 3.0 tech means the new iRobot J7 and J7+ detect and swerve all manner of obstacles
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Oregon CS300 vs Ryobi 18v ONE+ Cordless Pole Pruner: two cracking cordless chainsaws comparedVersus Which chainsaw is best for your requirements – Oregon's powerhouse trunk slicer or Ryobi's mighty tall branch pruner?
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Weber Traveler vs Everdure by Heston Blumenthal Force: two great gas barbies you can take on holidayVersus Which portable gas barbecue is best for the patio, caravan or campsite?
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Induction hob vs ceramic hob: what are the pros and cons?Versus Induction and ceramic hobs are worlds apart, despite their aesthetic similarities – we explain how they compare
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What is an induction hob and how does it work?Everything you need to know about induction hobs in one jargon-free guide, including what pans they work with
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Cobra H5024V vs Gtech HT 50: a topiary standoff between two mighty cordless hedge trimmersVersus Cobra's H5024V takes on Gtech's multi-faceted HT 50, but which one snips best?
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Niwaki Shears vs Burgon & Ball Sophie Conran Hedge Shear: which shears snip the best?Versus Japanese Samurai tech takes on British design in a top-tier snipping contest
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Campingaz 3 Series Premium S vs Char-Broil Professional Pro S3: the ultimate gas grill-offVersus Which mid-priced gas barbecue is best for your patio?
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Stihl GTA 26 vs Bosch AdvancedCut 18: two top mini chainsaws comparedVersus The ultimate mini lopper showdown between two Teutonic mini chainsaw behemoths
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Campingaz 3 Series Premium S review: an extremely versatile gas barbie for all your grilling (and frying) needsFew barbecue grills can fry an egg, but this one can
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Dyson Pure Humidify + Cool PH01 review: a Dyson fan that's also a very luxe humidifierDyson Pure Humidify + Cool is the best three-in-one air management system money can buy
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Vax Platinum SmartWash review: probably THE best carpet cleanerLooking for a carpet cleaner that's easy to use and cleans up even the foulest gifts from your pet? Vax Platinum SmartWash is right this way…
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Kenwood Titanium Chef KVC7300S review: a stand mixer for discerning bakers that's jam-packed with featuresWith the Kenwood Titanium Chef KVC7300S it's a case of lights, spatula, action!
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Staresso Mini review: a portable espresso maker that can go anywhereStaresso Mini, the perfect travel companion for espresso – and Nespresso – aficionados
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Broil King Regal 500 Pellet Grill review: the new king of backyard smokersThe best new pellet grill for smoking, grilling, roasting and searing steaks
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Sage The Bambino Plus review: brilliant espresso machine means making great coffee is now simpleSage The Bambino Plus makes barista-style espressos, lattes and cappuccinos, just like that
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KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer review: the iconic 4.8-litre 5KSM175PS stand mixer just keeps on givingBaking up a storm – and then reviewing it – with the iconic KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer
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Char-Broil Professional Pro S 3 review: a handsome stainless-steel gas barbecue for larger familiesA fully equipped gas barbie with large grilling area and a steak sear burner on the side
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Traeger Ranger review: The best portable pellet barbecue you can buyTraeger Ranger is the perfect portable pellet grill for gardens, patios, balconies, caravans, RVs and tailgate grilling
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Dyson Cool AM07 vs MeacoFan 1056P Air Circulator: which cooling fan should you buy now the heat is on?Versus Dyson vs Meaco – two British stalwarts go head to head in a battle for air-moving supremacy
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Are Dyson fans worth it? Here's why you should consider paying the premium for one…Versus Stylish, elegant and technologically advanced cooling fans for everyone (with the requisite cash)
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Dyson vs Meaco: which British fan giant are YOU a fan of?Versus Is Dyson better than Meaco just because it's better known and more expensive? Weeeell…
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Dyson Pure Cool vs Dyson Pure Cool Me: the Little and Large of the Dyson air treatment rosterVersus Dyson Purifier Cool vs Dyson Pure Cool Me: which should YOU buy?
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