
Jennifer Oksien
Jennifer is a freelance writer with over a decade of experience working in e-commerce and is the former editor of Top Ten Reviews. As well as Ideal Home, you may also have seen her articles on TechRadar, Homes & Gardens, and Real Homes.
As a busy mum-of-two, Jennifer is on a mission to turn her house into a home. It has been a major renovation (she confesses she and her husband took on far too much), but there's light at the end of the tunnel, and now it's time to manage historic issues such as damp, restore the internal doors with some DIY, and turn their attention to the garden.
Jennifer loves testing out new products amidst the renovation chaos, as she believes it truly puts a product through its paces in a 'real life' setup, and as mum to two young kids, she's a particular fan of anything that leads to a decent night's sleep.
Latest articles by Jennifer Oksien
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I’ve Used the Karcher WD4 Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner in Spaces That My Cordless Vacuum Daren’t Go – And I’m ImpressedIt's the second vacuum you didn't realize you needed
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The Affordable Tapo D205 Video Doorbell Mini Has Impressive Quality and Makes a Great Ring Alternative – Now Just $34I was impressed at its reliable audio and visual quality, making it the most budget-friendly video doorbell I've tested
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I Tested the Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery) to Find an Alternative to Ring – It’s Affordable, Requires No Monthly Subscription, and Is So Easy to InstallI tested the Reolink Video Doorbell (Battery) in my home for 10 days. Here's how I got on.
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I Vetted the Affordable Tapo D210 Video Doorbell and Approve Its Accurate AI Detection and Straightforward SetupThis budget-friendly option is great for renters and the perfect entry-level step up in front-door security
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I Tested the Arlo 2K Video Doorbell – It's a Versatile Option That Does Exactly What It's Supposed To, but It's Not Without Its QuirksI tested the second generation Arlo Video Doorbell in my home for 2 weeks. Here's how I got on.
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Smeg 50s Retro 2 Slice Toaster review: raise a toast in the kitchenThe Smeg 50s Retro 2 Slice Toaster has plenty of throwback charm whilst (almost) perfectly toasting your bread.
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Smeg 50s Retro Kettle review: retro vibes in a modern kettleThe Smeg 50s Retro Kettle is a luxurious throwback. Quiet and has plenty of temperature presets for a range of hot drinks, we think it's almost perfect.
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Samsung Bespoke Jet Pro Extra review: an all-in-one cordless vacuum cleanerWe saw it, heard more about it and now we've reviewed the Samsung Bespoke Jet Pro Extra. Here's how we got on...
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Eufy HomeVac H30 Mate review: a mighty powerful small vacuumOur large appliances editor put the Eufy HomeVac H30 Mate to the test. Here's how she got on...
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