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Erin Bashford


  1. I thought freezing weather would ruin my winter trip — but this $29 hiking shoe accessory saved my vacation

  2. I tested the divisive De'Longhi Linea Classic — it faceplanted at the first hurdle, so I recommend these 3 espresso machines instead

  3. My highest-rated soundbars are randomly on sale right now — yes, including Bose, Samsung, and Klipsch

  4. I just tested the new mini Instant Pot — it’s ‘ideal for small spaces,’ with a catch

  5. Dear Nespresso machines, this is an apology — from a coffee snob and ex-barista

  6. I tested the De’Longhi Linea Classic — it’s a ‘one-trick pony’, but it could be the pony your barn is missing

  7. ‘My go-to voiceover mic from here on out’: How the Shure MV88 USB-C simplifies everything

  8. Priced like an ‘elevated’ model, but doesn’t meet expectations: Why a former barista wouldn’t recommend Cuisinart’s new espresso machine

  9. 'Punch way above their weight' — my new speakers are a masterclass in how to shuck off a 'budget' stereotype

  10. 'Sourdough is the hottest accessory of 2026' says Vogue — and you only need this one product to start baking like a pro

  11. ‘Goes where few coffee machines have gone before’: Ratio Four review

  12. ‘It sounds so good, I forgot I was supposed to be reviewing it’: Samsung QS750F review

  13. My super-cheap fitness tracker has a hidden feature that can go head-to-head with Garmin and Apple

  14. ‘Few soundbars can go head-to-head with a movie theater like this one’: Yamaha True X Surround 90A review

  15. JLab JBuds Party review: A meatier portable speaker, but at what cost?

  16. Edifier isn’t a budget brand anymore — and the new hi-fi, feature-packed S880DB MKII speakers prove it

  17. Ring ring, the '00s are calling: 2026 is the year of wired earbuds, headphones, and retro audio tech

  18. I reviewed 9 headphones in 2025 — but I only recommend one pair

  19. I got this $50 coffee accessory — and it's completely transformed my espresso

  20. I tested lots of wireless earbuds in 2025, but I only recommend these 3 under $40, $70, and $100

  21. I tested 16 soundbars in 2025 — here are my top picks under $200, $500, and $700

  22. I got my first turntable last month — here's 3 things I wish I'd known sooner

  23. I asked a product executive why Nothing's new $69 earbuds sound better than $200 rivals

  24. I would never buy earbuds without this one key feature

  25. How to grind your coffee correctly — 3 easy tips from an ex-barista

  26. No more pinched toes — I tried these hiking shoes and now I won't wear anything else

  27. Breville Bambino vs Breville Bambino Plus: Which budget espresso machine should you buy?

  28. Should you get a bean-to-cup or compact espresso machine? I'm an ex-barista, and here's my verdict

  29. Just got your first soundbar? You need to check out these 3 features first

  30. Just got an espresso machine for Christmas? Don’t make the one fatal mistake beginner baristas fall for

  31. This Sony soundbar is an Amazon bestseller — and it's the best way to upgrade your TV for under $160

  32. I’m an ex-barista, and I would never buy an espresso machine without this one key feature

  33. I just awarded my first 5-star rating to an espresso machine — here's what makes the Breville Bambino a perfect product

  34. I just tested Breville’s cheapest espresso machine, and there’s no denying it — this is a 5-star product

  35. Looking for your first pair of wired audiophile headphones? I've got a great recommendation that won't break the bank

  36. This entry-level Klipsch soundbar is capable of going head-to-head with other premium brands — and it's buildable into a home theater powerhouse

  37. I tested FiiO’s brand-new audiophile headphones, and they’re my new go-to recommendation for beginner hi-fi nerds

  38. I’m an ex-barista — and this entry-level De’Longhi bean-to-cup is the best-value espresso machine I’ve tested so far

  39. I've been trying to quit Spotify for months, but Spotify Wrapped is the beast that keeps pulling me back

  40. I've tested 30 coffee makers this year, but there's only 5 I recommend to everyone — and they're on sale for Cyber Monday

  41. 11 best Cyber Monday soundbar deals with Dolby Atmos from just $149: Bose, Samsung, JBL and more

  42. I found the best Black Friday soundbar deals with Dolby Atmos: Up to 50% off Bose, Sonos, Samsung and JBL

  43. Instant Pots are so underrated, and Black Friday is the best time to get one — save up to 41% now

  44. I've tested 30 coffee makers this year, but there's only 3 you need to know about — and they're on sale for Black Friday

  45. You can save big on hiking boots for Black Friday — I've found the 11 best deals on Merrell, Columbia, and Keen from just $69

  46. I recommend this Dolby Atmos Samsung soundbar + subwoofer to anyone who'll listen — and now it's 50% off at Currys for Black Friday

  47. I'm an ex-barista, and this accessory will have you pulling shots like a professional — save up to $40 on my favorite coffee scales this Black Friday

  48. Last chance! REI's winter sale ends today — save up to 30% on Patagonia, Arc'teryx, Merrell now

  49. Energize your home cafe with these awesome Black Friday espresso machine deals — save up to $300 on Breville, De'Longhi, and more

  50. Supercharge your home hi-fi setup with these amazing Black Friday speaker deals — I've found discounts up to $150 from Edifier, Kanto, and Audioengine