Alex David
As Head of eCommerce, Alex makes sure our readers find the right information to help them make the best purchase. After graduating from Cambridge, Alex learned the tricks of the trade at the Good Housekeeping Institute, testing everything from vacuums to washing machines to dog toys to exercise bikes. He then moved to BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine, where he got into the weeds to discover the best gardening tools, machinery, and wildlife products. At a time when it can be tricky to know what's what, and when budgets are tighter than ever, helping readers to find the right products to make their lives a little easier is a genuine passion.
When he's not scouring the internet for the latest and greatest homeware products, you can find Alex on a run, reading, or obsessing about the mighty (honestly) Tottenham Hotspur FC.
Latest articles by Alex David
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The best coffee table books – loved by real interior designers
The best coffee table books make the perfect gift, but the market is over saturated. These are the coffee table books beloved by real interior designers.
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The ultimate gift guide for home obsessives – presents they actually want
If you're looking for the best home gifts for the holidays, we've found them. Our expert testers have collected their tests and research to find the best gifts.
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Should you even bother with an air fryer? Advice from a product tester
Air fryers are everywhere, but it's smart to be a little skeptical. As a product tester, I think they're worth the money, but they're very far from perfect
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Shark Cyber Monday deals – the lowest prices we've seen
Need a new vacuum? Don't miss out on these Shark Cyber Monday deals. There's lots of Cyber Monday deals out there; I've found the best
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Should you ever buy a robot vacuum?
Robot vacuums are notoriously expensive and don't always work. As Black Friday gets underway, is it ever worth buying one, or should you just stick to a vacuum?
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The best stand mixer in the world is STILL $100 off – but the best KitchenAid deals will sell out
The KitchenAid Artisan is the best stand mixer in the world. It's still $100 off for Cyber Monday: these are the only sales you should shop.
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Are mattress sales even real? Why you should be careful on Black Friday
With Black Friday approaching, many readers will be trying to find a mattress at a discount. However, some of these discounts aren't as they appear.
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As a product tester, only buy these pizza oven and grill deals this Cyber Monday
Pizza oven and grill deals reach amazing prices over Cyber Monday. These tested products are the only ones worth considering in the Black Friday sales.
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The only Dyson deal worth buying is STILL on sale days after Cyber Monday
The Dyson deals this year haven't been spectacular, but after trawling the internet I've found the only Dyson deal worth buying on Cyber Monday.
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Can you trust Made in USA labels? A warning for Black Friday
Black Friday means lots of cheap products hitting the market at even cheaper prices. But with thousands of products on sale, not everything is as it seems
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Should I shop Black Friday early? My advice as a shopping writer
Black Friday deals drop earlier every year. However, there's still door-busting deals on the day itself. With so much on offer, should you shop early?
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When does Amazon Black Friday start? Everything you need to know
Amazon's Black Friday deals are arriving a week early. If you're wondering when Amazon Black Friday starts, this is everything you need to know.
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Don't wait until Black Friday - a tried and tested vacuum is now just $99
We put the Hoover ONEPWR Blade MAX through its paces in our test center, and I also use it in my own home. In a shock flash deal, it's now $99 for Black Friday
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How we test blenders
Here's every step of how we test blenders, so you can be sure to trust our reviews
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'A laceration hazard'; IKEA recall thousands of mirrors
IKEA recall thousands of their LETTAN mirrors after reports that they pose a potential hazard. Find out if you're affected and what to do next.
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Ninja Blast - a portable blender actually worth buying
When they announced the Ninja Blast, we were pretty skeptical. But after getting it in the test kitchen and using it at home we found a handy little blender
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iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ – as good as a robot vacuum gets
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vacuum and mop is the best robot I've ever tested. After trialling it for more than a month, I found it's one of the very best.
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This unique pizza oven is one of Oprah's Favorite Things – but it will cost you
Oprah's favorite things are here, bringing a rundown on some of the best gifts you can buy. Among them is one of our favorite pizza ovens, but it's pricey.
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Which Ooni pizza oven should I buy? The best Ooni ovens, tested by experts
Justifiably popular, these are the best Ooni ovens you can buy, compared head-to-head.
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Wayfair Christmas decorations are surprisingly good – and on sale
Wayfair's Way Day is here, and brings huge discounts on a range of home products. But after scouring thousands of deals, I've spied some great Christmas decor
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A new helping hand – how your broadband can make your home run even smarter
EE's Smart Hub Plus means you can control the internet usage of every device in your home, and all at the touch of a button
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There's surprisingly tasteful Christmas decor on Amazon
Amazon is usually the last place to find Christmas decor. But before you discount it, there's surprisingly tasteful homes style - these are our favorites
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LIVE: I'm a product tester – these are the best October Prime Day deals to shop now
As a product tester and deals writer, I know exactly what's best to buy on Prime Day. I'm covering all the best deals - live as they happen
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These are the best last-minute Prime Day vacuum deals – trust me, I've tested dozens
I've tested dozens of vacuums over the years so I know exactly which are best. These are the very best Prime Day vacuum deals, and some of them aren't at Amazon
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