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Rachel Ogden

Rachel Ogden is a freelance journalist who has been writing about small and large appliances, interiors and home tech since 2007. Her kitchen has seen hundreds of air fryers, cookers and coffee machines over the years as well as food processors, mixers and blenders. Other outlets she has contributed to include Ideal Home, BBC Good Food, Woman & Home, Tech Advisor and Trusted Reviews.

Recent articles by Rachel Ogden

Best grill: Enjoy speedy, low-fat meals
Kitchen

The best tabletop grills let you cook everything from chicken and fish to leaner burgers and steak

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Best small air fryers 2025: Compact countertop cookers
Air fryers

Want the convenience of an air fryer without the bulk? Our roundup of the best small air fryers has got you covered

Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4.7l AF140UK: Small but mighty
Air fryers

Cooking for one or two? This compact air fryer is simple to use and low maintenance, but its capacity and functions could limit dinnertime

£130
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Steam irons vs steam generator irons: How do they compare?
Home appliances

Discover the key differences between steam and steam generator irons to find the perfect one for your needs

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Do tumble dryer balls really work?
Tumble dryers

Can adding a ball to your wet laundry result in fluffier fibres, softer fabrics, reduced tumbling time and less ironing? We find out

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Philips 5000 Series: A clever air fryer and steamer combo
Air fryers

Offering steaming, air frying and a clever combination of the two, this dual-drawered cooker is a delicious way to make healthier meals

£250
Tefal Easy Fry Pizza Air Fryer: Ideal for flat snacks
Air fryers

Plenty of flat cooking space twinned with heat from above and below make this compact air fryer ideal for pizza, chips and much more

£140
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Best air fryer 2025: Tested and reviewed for speedy meals
Air fryers

We’ve reviewed the very best air fryers from Ninja, Instant, Tower and more – here are our testing results

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The best Ninja air fryers you can buy
Air fryers

Whip up healthy snacks and whole meals with our pick of the best Ninja air fryers and multi cookers – tested by us

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How much does it cost to run a fan?
Fans

Whether pedestal, bladeless, desk or tower, will running a fan cause your energy bills to spike? We break down the average costs