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With one click, I turned Miele’s new cordless vacuum cleaner into a mop for my filthy floors – but is this 3-in-1 appliance worth the hefty price tag?

The Miele Triflex HX3 Aqua isn't a regular vacuum

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Forget 10,000 Steps a Day—I Tried 'Intuitive Walking' for a Week, and It Delivered on Motivation, Mindset and Mental Clarity

How often had I been walking for the number, rather than the enjoyment of it?

Marie Claire

I Tried 'Habit Stacking' My Nutrition For Two Weeks—My Energy Went Up, and My Stress Levels Went Down

Would making small, structured changes to my eating habits make a difference?

Marie Claire

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Shark quietly dropped their most powerful handheld vacuum ever last month – I tested whether the high price tag is worth it

Spoiler alert: I loved it

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Forget expensive (and bulky) carpet cleaners! I tested a £70 spot cleaner that tackled everything from sofa stains to toddler spills

I was even able to clean my entire staircase without unplugging

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I Used a Vibration Plate for Two Weeks to See If It Lived Up to the Hype—It Delivered on Strength, Recovery and Results

The workout tool of the moment.

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I tested Gtech’s newest (and most affordable) cordless vacuum – for *only* £180, I didn’t expect it to impress me as much as it did

It keeps things refreshingly simple

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This budget-friendly steam cleaner refreshed my sofa, wall tiles and windows – and I even used it to iron my son’s school uniform!

I can't stop using it!

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I Ran Without Music, Metrics or Distraction For Two Weeks—I've Never Felt Stronger or More In Tune With My Body

It completely changed what a "good" run means to me.

Marie Claire

This Simple 5-Minute Cardio Habit Seriously Boosted My Energy And Mood—From Home

Simple, affordable and effective.

Marie Claire

I Did a 2-Minute Pilates Criss-Cross Every Day—It's Now My Favourite Home Workout Move Ever

Filing the move away as a "core-strengthener" massively undersells its benefits.

Marie Claire

I tested a new cordless vacuum from an under-the-radar brand in my chaotic family home – it's smart, sleek, and its edge cleaning is a game-changer

It's smart, sleek and super powerful

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How we test steam cleaners and mops at Ideal Home – the exact review process we follow and what we look for in a 5-star model

How we determine if this chemical-free cleaning tool is worth your while

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My sparkling floors always get so many compliments – these are the two appliances I have to thank for that (and which one I think is better)

Steam or suction? That's the big question!

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Air purifiers can be confusing – but I tested a model that’s straightforward, easy to use and conveniently fits into your everyday life

It even has a Pet Mode for animal lovers

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I tested Dyson's newest (and most affordable) wet floor cleaner – the performance won me over, but there's a catch

It's seriously lightweight and offers reliable results

Marie Claire

I Tried Pilates Heel Taps Every Day—and The Simple 5-Minute Move Strengthened My Abs and Hips

A simple exercise that packs a punch

Marie Claire

I Used Daylight Saving As A Gentle Wellness Reset—And My Energy Noticeably Shifted

Small, realistic shifts for better sleep, steadier energy, and a calmer mood.

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I Did 5 Minutes Of Jumping Jacks Everyday For 7 Days - And the Simple Move Boosted Both Body and Mind

Simple, affordable and effective - win, win, win.

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I let Eufy’s newest robot vacuum loose in my busy family home – this is how it navigated scattered toys and messy mealtimes

It's not flawless, but it delivers seriously strong suction power and impressive mopping

Marie Claire

I Tried Bio-Syncing My Workouts For A Week - And It's Completely Changed How I Time My Exercise

Would I notice a difference in my energy levels, focus, and (dare I say it?), my sleep?

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Flipping brilliant! I tested Shark’s dual-sided steam mop – it’s a no-fuss design that delivers impressive results

It proves you don’t need bells and whistles for squeaky-clean floors

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I didn't realise how filthy my carpets were until I used this at-home Rug Doctor – it's hard to beat for professional-looking results

I was mortified at the dirt it pulled from my carpets

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I didn’t think a £75 air purifier would make a difference in my family home – but it’s compact, quiet and surprisingly effective

For the price, it delivers the basics really well

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I used Shark’s vacuum mop to clean baked beans, eggs and flour off my kitchen floor – it’s my new must-have for messy mealtimes

It's so good, it's completely replaced the vacuum in my kitchen

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