Appliances

Facial steaming

Face steamers: Are they worth it?

Posted by October 17th 2023

Getting a good facial involves more than just a few slices of cucumber for your eyes and painting your face with egg whites. Taking care of your skin and achieving a healthy glow sometimes involves …


Kmart UV Handheld Vacuum Cleaner review

Is the $49 Kmart cordless UV vacuum cleaner worth it?

Posted by August 8th 2022

There’s a new Kmart cult appliance in town and this time, it’s the latest Anko UV Handheld Vacuum Cleaner. Shoppers are already in a frenzy over the nifty vac that claims to kill up to …


Ironing shirt

How to iron a linen shirt

Posted by February 2nd 2022

Linen shirts are a handy, and fashionable, addition to your wardrobe, but as you’ll find out, they become a wrinkly mess after you’ve washed and dried them. With linen clothes already requiring a bit of …


A guide to electric stove cooking

How to cook on an electric stove

Posted by April 21st 2023

If you’re considering changing to an electric stovetop or you’re staying somewhere that has one, it might be useful to review how to use them.



Best Sushi Makers To Buy For DIY Sushi

Posted by September 27th 2021

Lockdowns and restrictions don’t have to put an end to your sushi date night. In fact, you can make your favourite raw fish Japanese dish at home with the help of a good sushi maker! …


Best Water Flossers For Optimal Teeth Cleaning

Best Water Flossers For Optimal Teeth Cleaning

Posted by August 29th 2023

If there’s one thing dentists repeat over and over again is that flossing plays a crucial role in our dental hygiene. Cleaning between your teeth goes a long way towards reducing bacteria in the mouth, …


Best hair appliances

The hair care appliances Aussie consumers really rate

Posted by November 3rd 2022

If you’re reading this story, it’s probably safe to assume you’re not the wash-and-go type. That means you know that having hair that takes some styling to look its best opens up a whole world …


Energy Price Fact Sheets

Understanding Energy Price Fact Sheets

Posted by July 28th 2022

Confused when comparing electricity deals? Canstar Blue walks you through energy price fact sheets and how to make sense of them.



Samsung Neo QLED 8K TV

Samsung Neo QLED 8K TV Wins Canstar Blue Innovation Award

Posted by January 10th 2023

Thanks to Covid-19, Aussies are spending more time inside their abode than ever before, thus using their TVs more - up to 37 hours a week, according to research by Samsung! At the same time, …






Origin Hot Water Heating Explained

Posted by June 17th 2022

Most apartment dwellers have what’s called ‘centralised’ or ‘bulk’ hot water, which means you cop an extra bill for your hot water usage. The supplier of your hot water is chosen by the body corporate …


Are Kmart toasters any good?

Are Kmart toasters any good?

Posted by October 6th 2023

Kmart is arguably the best shopping destination for all things trendy homewares and cheap and cheerful appliances, including a wide range of budget toasters. But, are Kmart toasters any good? Here’s the lowdown. Are Kmart toasters …


Is it better to rent or buy appliances?

Is it better to rent or buy appliances?

Posted by September 1st 2023

For the price of a few takeaway coffees per week, renting instead of buying an appliance may seem like a sweet deal. Plus, you won’t need to hire a moving truck to lug around your …


Are Kmart Anko Any Good?

Are Anko Kmart appliances any good?

Posted by March 14th 2022

If you’re an avid Kmart shopper, chances are you’ve bought or pondered over an Anko product before. But is this budget brand worth all the fuss? Here’s our review. Is Anko owned by Kmart? Anko is the …


Walkie-talkies

Walkie Talkie Buying Guide

Posted by August 12th 2022

Walkie-talkies were considered one of the most effective forms of communication decades ago, although for many, they seem a bit outdated nowadays. Despite this, the two-way handheld radio is still used in multiple industries, businesses …