Laundry & floorcare

Vax Platinum SmartWash: does it really make carpet cleaning effortless?
Vax says it's newest carpet cleaner is its best yet - so we tried it out on some tired carpets and old stains to see if it makes sprucing up your floors simple

Five of the best irons to buy your loved one this Christmas
Getting your loved one an iron for Christmas might be controversial, but these steam irons and steam generator irons are so good, any cross looks will soon disappear. Find out our top picks for Christmas 2020.

Best January sales deals on Dyson and Shark cordless vacuums – plus the alternatives to consider
Which? experts reveal the vacuum cleaner deals worth snapping up this January.

Black Friday 2020: how much do you need to pay for a good tumble dryer?
If you're tempted by tumble dryer deals and discounts this Black Friday, we explain what you need to know and how to find the best dryer for your budget.

Black Friday 2020: how much do you need to pay for a good washing machine?
Which? experts run down what you can get on different budgets in the Black Friday and Christmas sales, including how much you need to spend to get a great Best Buy washing machine.

New Which? Eco Buy recommendation reveals the most sustainable appliances
New Which? Eco Buy recommendation highlights the products that will have the smallest impact on the environment through longevity, energy and water efficiency and repairability.

Five tips for cleaning the inside of your car
We share five useful tips to help take the strain out of cleaning your car interior and find you the best tools, strategy and vacuum cleaners for the job.

How to keep your heat pump tumble dryer drying efficiently
Exclusive Which? research reveals how energy costs can soar on heat pump tumble dryers if you neglect to clean the lower filter. Find out how to keep your lower filter clean, and make the most of the amazing energy savings of heat pump tumble dryers.

Our latest lab tests uncover the best steam generator we’ve ever tested
We’ve been testing steam generators for several years now, and we’ve just come across a new top scorer with all the bells and whistles. It performed almost perfectly in our...

Best handheld vacuum cleaners revealed
We've tested handheld vacuum cleaners from leading brands such as Dyson, Vax, Shark, Worx and more. Discover what the different models offer in terms of features and how they compared in our independent lab tests.