The VQ Cath Kidston 5,000mAh Power Bank certainly looks more interesting than most – but how capable is it?

The JBL Flip 7 portable Bluetooth speaker bests its class-leading former self to make the most of music on-the-go

Big, expansive sound from a one-box speaker with an iconic design

Pull the lever, Kronk!

The House of Marley Roots Solar is a portable speaker that’s built for beach parties. Its features sound neat, but solar-charging is ineffective and audio quality isn’t the best.

A great entry-level espresso machine if you're on a tight budget or short on space.

The Modretro Chromatic gives you an incredibly authentic Game Boy Color experience.

This clear and detailed hi-res wireless speaker can't quite pull off the impeccable audio reproduction its price requires.

KEF's mastery of the ‘all in two’ speaker system comes down to its keenest price so far.

The Marshall Bromley 750 is a great-sounding, beautifully built party speaker, but it comes at quite the cost.

While there's a slight learning curve, this affordable espresso machine makes great coffee, with an admirable level of personalization on offer.

I reviewed a retro-style small Bluetooth speaker that blew my expectations out of the water – here’s what makes it so special.

The Ultimate Ears Everboom is a solid Bluetooth speaker that's loud, very capable sonically, and surprisingly portable.

The Edifier S880DB MKII active bookshelf speakers look great and shine at the top end but lack bass are up against cheaper, and better, alternatives.

I tested the Marshall Kilburn III and it's a monumental upgrade over its predecessor, and a brilliant Bluetooth speaker in its own right.

Topping is absolutely determined to become a force where affordable digital audio equipment is concerned – and the DX5 II proves it’s going the right way about it…

The Fluance Ri71 are great for mid-range powered bookshelf speakers, offering detailed sound with an almost neutral, polite quality.

The AO mini portable wireless speaker offers relentless battery life but its tinny sound lacks bass and oomph

Compact, with a premium finish, the A2+ are easy on the eye – but they have limitations.

A stylish little espresso machine with an affordable price tag that delivers consistently great results, whether you're brewing hot or cold.

The LG xboom Stage 301 is a hit, thanks to its brilliant sound, feature-rich companion app, and versatile design.

It’s no five-star performer – but no other speaker available for this price sounds anywhere near this good.

A budget-friendly entry-level espresso machine, but when it comes to performance, one that's sadly lacking.

Looking for your first espresso machine? The La Specialista Touch is a great choice, and can grow with you as you develop your skills.

The Zvox AV157 soundbar is good at its main job of boosting dialogue but sounds slightly unnatural at higher settings and is a bit pricey.

The best picture and sound performance from a home entertainment product

Watch out Breville, there's a new bean-to-cup machine in town.

The Vantrue E1 Pro dash cam now works better than ever thanks to some tweaks to the specs while keeping everything squeezed inside a compact design.

The Imperial Electric Courier Bicycle is fast, responsive, and looks fantastic

Fujifilm's Instax Mini 41 is an impressive instant camera with elegant design, simple operation and upgraded viewfinder