Discover the features of the latest appliances around the kitchen, such as ovens, freestanding cookers, cooktops and rangehoods, as well as fridges, freezers and wine cabinets. Our educational guides will arm you with the knowledge you require to make an informed decision about which appliances to buy and how to best utilise the technology around your kitchen to complement your lifestyle.

  • Buying Guide: Coffee Machines - How Coffee Makers Work

    Buying Guide: Coffee Machines - How Coffee Makers Work
    Enjoy quality coffee any time, whether at home or work, with guests or relaxing by yourself. Our buying guide outlines the different types of coffee, coffee machines and their features, plus what to consider when shopping for an espresso ...
  • Buying Guide: Cooktops

    Buying Guide: Cooktops
    Are you looking for a cooktop but don't know whether gas, electric or induction cooktops best suit your needs? Our buying guide helps break down your choices and the advantages of each when looking to buy a new cooktop for your kitchen. ...
  • Buying Guide: Dishwashers

    Buying Guide: Dishwashers
    Dishwashers save you the time and labour of washing up. Regardless of the size of your kitchen or family, there is a dishwasher to suit your needs. We look at different dishwasher types and outline the features to consider when buying. ...
  • Buying Guide: Freezers

    Buying Guide: Freezers
    If you have a large family or entertain at home, consider a freezer in addition to your fridge. Freezers, including upright (vertical) or chest freezers, keep food frozen and fresh. We outline what to consider when purchasing a freezer. ...
  • Buying Guide: Fridges

    Buying Guide: Fridges
    Fridges have come along since days of "freezer at the top, fridge down the bottom." Today, there's a refrigerator — like fridge freezers and bar fridge — to suit everyone. Our guide compares types and outlines what to consider ...
  • Buying Guide: Hand Mixers

    Buying Guide: Hand Mixers
    Hand mixers are great for kitchen tasks, like whipping cream or beating eggs, that don't need a stand mixer or food processor. Whether you're a professional chef or home cook, this guide outlines some hand blender features to consider. ...
  • Buying Guide: Microwave Ovens

    Buying Guide: Microwave Ovens
    An essential part of modern kitchens, microwaves are convenient, easy to use, and save you time. This guide outlines the key features you should consider when looking to compare and buy either a convection or conventional microwave oven. ...
  • Buying Guide: Rangehoods

    Buying Guide: Rangehoods
    Rangehoods can be a stylish addition to any kitchen, keeping your home smelling fresh, too. With lots of styles to choose from, which of the range hoods is right for you? Our buying guide explains what to consider when buying a rangehood. ...
  • Buying Guide: Stand Mixers

    Buying Guide: Stand Mixers
    Stand mixers aren't just reserved for professional chefs. An electric mixer is easy to use and saves you time in the kitchen. This guide outlines the features and benefits, and what you should consider when comparing stand mixers to buy. ...
  • Buying Guide: Ovens

    Buying Guide: Ovens
    Factors to consider when buying a new oven include: gas versus electric, and freestanding versus built-in. If you're cooking for one or an entire family, it's important to compare ovens that suit your cooking style, kitchen and budget. ...
  • Buying Guide: Induction vs Ceramic Cooktops

    Buying Guide: Induction vs Ceramic Cooktops
    An electric cooktop that's separate to your oven allows the flexibility to manage kitchen space better. Which of these cooktops should you buy: induction or ceramic? Our buying guide outlines the various features and functions of each. ...
  • Buying Guide: Wine Fridges

    Buying Guide: Wine Fridges
    Wine fridges are refrigerators specifically designed for storing wine bottles long-term. This guide will discuss the reasons for choosing a wine cabinet to store your wine in, as well as outline some of the extra features to look for. ...
  • Buying Guide: Outdoor Kitchens

    Buying Guide: Outdoor Kitchens
    These days there's a trend away from the humble barbecue towards an elaborate outdoor kitchen and with very good reason. ...