Buying guides

Straightforward advice for UK shoppers: what to look for, what to ignore, and how to know when a price is actually good.

"Was" prices, countdown timers and percentage badges explained. Five quick checks before you buy anything on sale.

Runtime, suction, weight and batteries: what actually matters, and what you can expect at each budget.

TV prices follow a yearly cycle. Here's how it works, and how to use it to pay less.