
Dan Fauzi
Dan is the Home Tech Editor for Homes & Gardens, covering all things cleaning, smart home, sound and air treatment across the Solved section. Having worked for Future PLC since July 2023, Dan was previously the Features Editor for Top Ten Reviews and looked after the wide variety of home and outdoor content across the site, but their writing about homes, gardens, tech and products started back in 2021 on brands like BBC Science Focus, YourHomeStyle and Gardens Illustrated.
Dan has a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Magazine Journalism. For Homes & Gardens, they are a consumer advisor, and have spent 300+ hours testing 31 of the best vacuums and floorcare appliances in our dedicated test center, their home and a busy pet shelter, and have even visited Dyson's engineering labs for the full low-down of the ins and outs of our trusty cleaners.
They've also spent 100+ hours testing soundbars, air purifiers and fans during their time at Homes & Gardens, combining their tech knowledge with their love of a harmonious home.
Outside of work, you'll find them at gigs and art galleries, cycling somewhere scenic, or cooking up something good in the kitchen.
Latest articles by Dan Fauzi
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This Budget Shark Vacuum Impressed Us on Test With Great Suction and No Stuck Hair – It’s Just $179 for Black Friday
The Shark PowerPro Pet packs features that you'll find in cordless vacuums costing twice as much
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The 3 Best Miele Vacuums in 2025 – I've Tested Almost Every Model, and These Are the Only Ones Worth Considering
One of our top picks is our favorite vacuum of all time
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The 6 Best Robot Vacuums, With Proven Results After Our 1,000+ Hours of Rigorous Testing in Real Homes
This is the ultimate guide to choosing the best robot vacuum for every home and budget
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The 9 Best Vacuums for Pet Hair, With Real-World Results on Fur After We Tested in a Cat and Dog Shelter
We put our top picks through their paces at a busy, fur-filled pet shelter, and in our own homes with animals
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I Tested the Miele Guard L1 Cat & Dog Canister Vacuum – It Performed Better than Every Single Vacuum Cleaner I've Ever Tested
I've just found my new favorite vacuum cleaner
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The 9 Best Dyson Alternatives in 2025: Save Up to $500 on These Mighty Vacuums We've Tested Side-by-Side with Premium Dysons
We've tested 87 vacuums to find the best alternatives that match the features and cleaning power of a market-leading Dyson
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I’m a Vacuum Tester and This Handheld Shark is Your Secret Weapon Against Snow, Salt, and Soggy Winter Floor Spills – Get $80 Off the MessMaster Now
You'll no longer have to worry about stains, and with this early Black Friday deal, it's more affordable than ever
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I Tested the Dyson Big Ball Turbinehead Canister Vacuum and Loved How It Instantly Cleans Hard Floors and Makes Light Work of Stubborn Pet Hair
Dyson's only canister vacuum is mostly a breeze to use, but struggles on thick carpets
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Forget Black Friday, Dyson’s Powerful Robot Vacuum Is at Its Lowest Price Ever For 1 Day Only – It’s One of the Strongest on the Market for Truly Effortless Cleaning
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The Dyson 360 Vis Nav has never before been discounted by a whopping $600
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I Tested the Affordable Shark PowerPro Pet in a Busy Animal Shelter and Was Surprised by its Strong Performance on Fur and Real-World Debris
It's one of the most intuitive vacuums I've used
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Say Goodbye to Vacuum Dust Blowback with the Powerful Shark Cordless That Locks Away Allergens and Self-Empties – It’s $150 Cheaper Right Now
The Shark PowerDetect Cordless' dust bin seals particles away for up to two months and self empties
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4 Ways Smart Lights Can Elevate Indoor Holiday Gatherings and Save Up to 90% of Your Usual Energy Usage
Easily set the festive ambiance in your home and synchronize with music at the touch of a button
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Dyson's Discounts Have Started Early – If You're Fed Up With Your Bulky, Corded Vacuum, This Slim, $300-Off Dyson Leaves Floors Spotless in Seconds
The V12 Detect Slim has been one of our all-time favorites for over a year
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Finally Say Goodbye to Pet Hair With This Sleek, Ultra-Powerful Dyson – It’s $260 Off and Made Fur-Ridden Carpets Spotless When I Tested It in a Pet Shelter
The Dyson V11 is one of our all-time favorites for pet owners
By Dan Fauzi Published
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The 6 Best Soundbars in 2025 – Instantly Turn Your Living Room Into a Movie Theater at Any Budget
Enjoy booming scenes and rich surround sound with these sleek soundbars, ranging from $150 to $1,000
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I Work From Home and Drastically Reduce My Energy Bills with a Portable Heater – This Discounted $35.99 Small Space Heater is Perfect for Staying Cozy Affordably in Colder Months
It's portable, so you can stay warm wherever you're spending time
By Dan Fauzi Published
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I Tested the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar, and I'm Blown Away by Its Incredible Detail and Hyper-Realistic Surround Sound
TV, movies, and music all sound phenomenal – this is one of the best single soundbars you can buy
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I Tested the Budget-Friendly Fire TV Soundbar Plus and Loved Its Surprising Depth and Volume – Even If It Can't Compete with the Premium Alternatives
It's an excellent choice if you want elevated sound without breaking the bank
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Is Your Soundbar Ruining Your Living Room’s Aesthetic? Here’s How to Conceal It Like a Designer
This is how to upgrade your home theater setup without compromising on style or sound quality
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Shark News, Deals and Reviews
Our home tech expert keeps you up to date with all the latest deals, news and reviews from Shark. Learn more about the popular appliance brand and see which products top our must-buy lists
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Choose the Best Dyson Products For Your Home
From the latest launches to our tried-and-tested favorites, discover everything you need to know about Dyson’s premium home appliances — including honest reviews, expert insights, and the best deals to shop now
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Calling All Samsung TV Owners: Transform Your TV’s Audio With This Impressive Soundbar Combo – Now $100 Off
Expect booming bass and multi-directional surround sound
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Shark Just Released a New, Heated Version of Its Most Advanced Robot Vacuum for a More Hygienic Clean – and It's Discounted by $400 for Its Release
The PowerDetect ThermaCharged has the strongest mopping power of any Shark robot
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Should You Buy a Soundbar Before Black Friday? Insider Know-How to Secure the Lowest Prices
You can beat the sales rush and find discounts right now on soundbars we've tested thoroughly and love
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