Appliances

   Samsung washes up nicely in NZ homesWhat’s better: Top or front loaders?Top loaders Front loadersProsLarger capacity than front loaders of similar price Faster spin times of typically 15-30 minutes Generally more energy efficient with cold water washes Can add clothes mid-cycleMore energy efficient for most washes (including warm...

   Daikin ranked top for heat pumpsWhat to think about when buying a heat pumpEnergy efficiencyAir filtrationOutputTypes of heat pumpSplit heat pumps: This type of heat pump has two main components – one inside and one outside. The indoor unit can be mounted nearly anywhere, be...

  Upright vacuum cleaners 

  Barrel vacuum cleaners 

   Nespresso brews up award-winning coffee machinesIs it cheaper to make coffee from home?What types of coffee machines are there?Capsule machines: The simplest coffee-fix solution, just insert the capsule and press a button to produce a coffee. While these machines are limited to compatible capsules,...