How we choose
A product needs to make sense on three levels: format fit, ownership friction and retailer clarity. If it fails any one of those tests, it should not be here.
1. Start with the buyer question
We start by separating the real format choices: indoor versus outdoor, compact versus statement piece, quiet daily use versus higher output.
2. Pressure-test ownership
Power draw, folded depth, drainage, delivery access, outdoor placement and setup burden matter early because they decide whether the product survives real life.
3. Check retailer clarity
We look for retailers that publish enough detail to support a serious decision: dimensions, bundle contents, warranty wording, shipping notes and other practical facts.
4. Rank the tradeoffs honestly
Not every strong product is the cheapest or the flashiest. Some stay because they solve a specific buyer problem better than the alternatives around them.
What we use
Unless we explicitly say otherwise, our notes are based on retailer listings, official product imagery, support material and UK-specific ownership friction.
What we do not claim
The strongest product notes stay clear, believable and specific about what they actually know and what they do not.
FAQ
No. Unless a page clearly says hands-on testing happened, assume the notes are based on published merchant material, retailer support language and our own product analysis.
No. Some links may earn commission, but inclusion still depends on whether the product and the retailer meet our standards. Commercial fit does not guarantee coverage.
We review older pages when categories, retailer detail or product availability changes. If a page needs a factual correction or a retailer link changes materially, we update it rather than leave stale guidance in place.