
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).
Latest articles by Derek Adams
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Stihl GTA 26 vs Bosch AdvancedCut 18: two top mini chainsaws compared
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) needs
Few 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 humidifier
Dyson 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 cleaner
Looking 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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Broil King Regal 500 Pellet Grill review: the new king of backyard smokers
The best new pellet grill for smoking, grilling, roasting and searing steaks
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Dyson V11 Absolute review: a great cordless vacuum cleaner
The Dyson V11 Absolute is a cracking cordless stick vac that sucks like a limpet, yet glides like a swan
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Kenwood Titanium Chef KVC7300S review: a stand mixer for discerning bakers that's jam-packed with features
With 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 anywhere
Staresso Mini, the perfect travel companion for espresso – and Nespresso – aficionados
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Sage The Bambino Plus review: brilliant espresso machine means making great coffee is now simple
Sage 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 giving
Baking 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 families
A 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 buy
Traeger Ranger is the perfect portable pellet grill for gardens, patios, balconies, caravans, RVs and tailgate grilling
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Are Dyson fans worth it? Here's why you should consider paying the premium for one…
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?
Is Dyson better than Meaco just because it's better known and more expensive? Weeeell…
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Weber Genesis II EX-335 GBS Smart Barbecue vs Char-Broil Professional Pro S2: battle of the gas behemoths
Which premium gas barbecue is the best one for your patio?
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MeacoCool MC Series 14000 review: a great portable air conditioner
The MeacoCool MC Series 14000 is one the best ways to keep cool this summer
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Peaktop Outdoor Garden Patio Round Bowl vs Fallen Fruits Woodland Fire Pit: keep warm in the outdoor chill
These two fire pits are smokin' – quite literally
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Ooni Fyra 12 vs Sage the Smart Oven Pizzaiolo: battle of the pizza ovens
Another Sage vs Ooni showdown. Which pizza oven tickles your fancy?
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Weber Master-Touch GBS E-5755 vs Texas Franklin Charcoal BBQ: which should you buy?
How does the budget-priced Texas Franklin fare against the evergreen Weber?
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Atlas Solar Spotlights vs Chiron Solar Colour Spotlight: garden spots that don't require an electrician
Which is the right solar LED spot light for your garden?
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Sage The Smart Oven Pizzaiolo vs Ooni Koda 12: battle of the pizza ovens
Which pizza oven knocks it out of the park?
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Philips Hue Lily Outdoor Spotlight vs Chiron Solar Spotlight: which is best?
Both of these outdoor spots provide colourful highlights to garden borders, but which one is up your garden path?
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Tefal Ingenio Expertise 13-Piece Pan Set review
Tefal Ingenio Expertise 13-Piece Pan Set is a cunning saucepan system with 13 pans but only 2 handles – a top choice for space-savers
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Kärcher Premium Oscillating Sprinkler OS 5.320SV vs Gardena AquaZoom: which adjustable sprinkler is king of the soak?
Kärcher and Gardena battle it out for lawn soaking supremacy
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