Home & Living

The best microwave in NZ overall for most households is the Panasonic 27L Flatbed Inverter, because it combines inverter power for more even cooking with a flatbed cavity that fits … Read more

The best induction cooktop in NZ for most kitchens is the Fisher & Paykel 60cm Series 5, thanks to its low-current 20A design that drops into existing wiring and its … Read more

The best coffee machine in NZ for most home baristas on a budget is the Devanti 20 Bar Espresso, a stainless manual machine that pulls a real shot and steams … Read more

The best front loader washing machine in NZ overall for most homes is the Toshiba T15 9kg, a quiet inverter machine with a family-sized drum and a three-year warranty at … Read more

The best heat pump in NZ for most homes is the Mitsubishi Electric LN35 Black Diamond HyperCore, because it holds its full rated heat output all the way down to … Read more

The best dishwasher in NZ overall is the Toshiba 15 Place Freestanding (DW-15F5SS), thanks to its big 15-setting capacity, quiet 47 dB running and Auto Open drying that leaves a … Read more

The best heat pump clothes dryer in NZ overall is the Toshiba 10kg T15 (TD-BP110GHAUWS), which combines the largest 10kg drum here with an 8-star energy rating, 12 programmes and … Read more

The best vacuum cleaner in NZ overall is the Devanti 2200W Bagless Cyclonic Vacuum from TSB Living, because it pairs a washable HEPA filter and a roomy 3.5L bin with … Read more

The best dehumidifier in NZ for most homes is the Midea FreshDry (MDDQ12), thanks to its mix of 12L/day moisture removal, built-in HEPA air filtering and Wi-Fi control in a … Read more

The best washing machine in NZ overall for most households is the Toshiba T15 9kg front loader, which pairs a quiet inverter motor and a roomy 9kg drum with a … Read more