57 products we awarded 5/5 stars in 2025, from shiny stainless-steel cookware to health supplements
We've put hundreds of products through their paces this year, but which did we rate the best? From ultra-speedy blenders to supplements that actually taste good, here's what impressed us most
It's been a bumper year for product testing at Good Food HQ. We’ve reviewed over 300 appliances, pieces of cookware and health supplements and, in the name of rigorous journalism, sacrificed ourselves to roughly 60 slices of toast, 120 chips, 21 pizzas, 32 scoops of ice cream and 84 shots of espresso – and that's just on a good day.
Our mission? To help you find the best products (and avoid the duds) to spend your hard-earned cash on. It's a tough job, but we struggle on.
We've compiled every one of our 'star buys' for 2025 below, a.k.a. those products that earned a coveted 5/5 rating from our expert testers. In a nutshell, this is the gear that impressed us most: that excelled in what it was designed to achieve, be it the perfect batch of air-fried chips or barista-level cup of coffee, and provided genuine value for money.
We rewarded those products that help you cut down on waste, too – whether that's by using fully recyclable packaging materials (a note to brands for 2026: we want to see much less plastic!), offering repairs, spare parts or lifetime warranties, or manufacturing in the UK.
From milk frothers and pan sets to collagen powders and protein bars, we've tried and tested it all – you can visit our reviews hub to check out our full list of guides. In the meantime, these are the 57 products we'd recommend from this year.
Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser
Available from Hotel Chocolat (£149.95)
One for chocolate lovers: the new version of Hotel Chocolat's Velvetiser wowed us with its distinctive look and smooth, speedy results.
The design is inspired by a cacao pod and, unlike the original Velvetiser, this model comes with a cold setting that produces creamy, refreshing drinks with a feel of grown-up milkshakes.
Read our full Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser review.
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Falcon bake set
Available from Season Cookshop (£90), Amazon (£90)
This bake set from Falcon is a versatile addition to any kitchen, providing a range of durable enamelware for baking, roasting and more.
It includes three bake pans (37cm, 34cm and 31cm) and two 20cm pie dishes, all designed to withstand oven temperatures up to 270C. It's also dishwasher-safe, freezer-friendly and hob-safe (gas and electric), so offers lots of versatility.
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Swallow Daily Multivitamin
Available from Swallow (£30)
With a price per day of 84p, what our testers liked most about this multivitamin supplement was that it meets the recommended dosage for each nutrient, including vitamins C, D3, E, B12, zinc, iron and more.
Read more in our guide to the best multivitamins.
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Our Place Titanium Perfect Pot Pro
Available from Our Place (£145), Amazon (£145), Healf (£155)
Our Place is known for its ultra-versatile cookware that looks stylish on any countertop, and its titanium range promises to deliver a non-stick effect without the need for a non-stick coating.
We found the Perfect Pot in particular was ultra-durable and able to withstand much higher temperatures than other casserole dishes we tested.
The fully-sealed rims also helped it to lock in moisture, so our beef stew was perfectly tender.
Check out our full guide to the best casserole dishes.
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Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series ES701UK
Available from Amazon (£699), Very (£699), Currys (£699.99), Argos (£700)
Ninja's second coffee machine – the Luxe Café Pro – finally launched in the UK earlier this year, and we had a blast using it. It's a great option for beginners and each espresso shot we pulled was topped with a glossy, caramel-coloured crema.
Where this machine really excelled, though, was the automatic milk steaming, which produced the silkiest, creamiest microfoam for our lattes and cappuccinos – something that's tricky to achieve when you don't steam the milk manually.
Read more in our full Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series coffee machine review.
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Tower Vizion 1.6L Soup Maker
Available from Amazon (£53.99)
Soup season is our favourite season, and this 1.6L machine from Tower makes it easy to whip up smooth and chunky soups in a flash.
It's also lightweight, but as it's made with BPA-free Triton plastic – which is tougher than glass – we found it impressively hardwearing for the price.
It's a doddle to use, too, with an easy-to-navigate digital interface and comprehensive instruction booklet.
Discover more recommendations in our guide to the best soup makers.
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MadeIn ProCoat Non-Stick Frying Pan
Available from MadeIn (from £109)
With a reassuring weight and a slim, comfortable handle, the MadeIn non-stick frying pan offers a professional feel without being too heavy.
It takes a little while to reach temperature but heats consistently, and the non-stick is effective – nothing stuck for us in test, and cleaning required little more than a quick rinse.
The cooking results were excellent: omelettes were perfectly cooked and pancakes had an even browning across the surface.
Read more in our guide to the best non-stick frying pans.
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Innermost The Glow unflavoured sachets
Available from Innermost (£29.95)
If you're looking at trying a collagen supplement, let it be this one – our testers loved its crisp, clear flavour, plus it comes in 100% recyclable packaging.
It's made with bovine collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid, biotin, folate and vitamin C and comes in individual sachets, so you know you're taking the right amount (which stops any from going to waste).
Read more in our guide to the best collagen supplements.
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Beast Mighty 850 Plus blender
Available from Healf (£112.49), Borough Kitchen (£127), Amazon (£127.49), Harrods (£149), Selfridges (£150)
We know looks aren't everything, but the Beast Mighty 850 Plus blender is definitely one of the most attractive gadgets we've tested in 2025.
Available in four colours, it has a tactile finish that makes it comfortable to hold and comes with a suite of accessories – three different sized cups, two different storage lids, two different drinking lids, two straws, a straw cleaner and a cleaning brush for the blender.
It's also super powerful and cuts through seeds with ease, so smoothies and sauces are free from any bits.
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FreeSoul pure creatine monohydrate powder
Available from FreeSoul (£9.99)
With its neutral taste and straightforward use, this creatine monohydrate powder is ultra-convenient and dissolves quickly – with no lumps or aftertaste. It's free from unnecessary additives, fillers or sweeteners, suitable for vegetarians and vegans and delivers 3.4g creatine per serving.
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HexClad Roasting Pan with Rack
Available from HexClad (£179), Amazon (£189)
We've been impressed by all the HexClad products we've reviewed this year and this roasting pan is no exception. It's expensive and heavy (even without the non-stick rack), but delivered quality and performance – in fact, of all the roasting tins we tested, it cooked our chicken and veg traybake the fastest. It's also metal-utensil-safe, dishwasher-safe and comes with a lifetime guarantee. What's not to love?
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Loop Quiet 2 earplugs
Available from Loop (£19.95), Amazon (£15.96)
Made from flexible silicone, these earplugs are easy to adjust and feel durable enough for long-term use. They come with four different tip sizes, so it's easy to find the right fit, and we thought the soundproofing was impressive. Once in, they're hardly noticeable so ideal for side sleepers.
Perhaps the only thing to watch out for is that they might get dirty quickly (we tried the white versions), but with a lifespan of around three-to-six months – longer if you clean them regularly – they strike the perfect balance between value and performance.
Read our guide to the best earplugs for sleeping for more recommendations.
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Sage the Toast Select Luxe
Available from John Lewis & Partners (£99), Amazon (£99.99), Very (£109), Harts of Stur (£118.95), Sage (£119.95)
This stylish Sage toaster has it all: intuitive settings, good looks and a handy dial for choosing how toasted you'd like your toast to be. There are functions for crumpets, brown, white and fruit bread, and it has a high lift so it's easy to extract most types of bread – though we struggled a little with the fruit loaf. Otherwise, it's a winning choice.
Discover more reviews in our guide to the best toasters.
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Paused perimenopause all-in-one
Available from Holland & Barrett (£11.99), Boots (£19.99)
We tested a range of perimenopause supplements this year, and this all-in-one blend is a solid pick that's easy to take. Containing essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin D, vitamin C, B6, B12, zinc and herbal extracts (red clover, sage and shatavari), it's also gluten-free and vegan-friendly.
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Ooni Volt 2 pizza oven
Available from Ooni (£499), Lakeland (£499), John Lewis & Partners (£499)
We tested three new Ooni pizza ovens this year – all of which are featured in our guide to the best pizza ovens – but only the Volt 2 earned a 5/5 star rating. As an upgrade of the Volt 12 (which launched in 2023), this indoor oven is more compact than its predecessor and has a larger viewing window, as well as a 'Pizza Intelligence' system that adjusts the temperature in real time, so you achieve a more even bake.
Despite being marketed as a countertop appliance, it's still very large and can get a little smoky, so it's worth keeping your kitchen well ventilated. We were wowed by the performance of this oven in test, though – our pizzas were perfectly puffed with mottled crusts and gooey mozzarella cheese.
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Koh surface starter kit
Available from Koh (£29.90)
Designed for kitchens and beyond, this fragrance-free multi-use eco cleaner tackles grease on hobs and cooker hoods with ease, leaving behind no streaks on glossier surfaces. We found it needed a little soaking time for burnt-on stains, plus it was less effective on deep dirt, but is otherwise ideal for everyday cleaning tasks.
The kit's eco credentials are outstanding: packaging is fully recyclable, with a large refill pouch system to reduce single-use plastic. The formula also contains just 0.5% potassium hydroxide and purified water, with no added surfactants or fragrances. The product is GECA eco-certified, Allergy UK approved, non-toxic and both septic and greywater safe, too.
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HexClad 4.7-litre casserole dish
Available from HexClad (£204), Amazon (£204)
Another winning piece of cookware from HexClad, this casserole dish sports the brand's signature tri-ply hybrid design that combines the convenience of non-stick with the searing power of stainless steel.
It's relatively lightweight (1.6kg) for its size but still has the versatility and heft to withstand lots of use. It's oven-safe up to 480C and we loved the mirror finish on the lid and ergonomic stay-cool handles on either side.
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Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker Rice and Slow Cooker MC1101UK
Available from Very (£119), AO (£119), Ninja (£119.99), Currys (£119.99)
We've tested our fair share of slow cookers at Good Food, and this Ninja model is one of the best we've ever used. It comes with sear/sauté functionality, so you can pre-sear meat for extra flavour, plus settings for steam, pasta and porridge.
It's easy to use, with a simple push-button display and brightly lit digital screen. It doubles up as a rice cooker too, offering specific functions for white and brown rice, and accessories like a rice spoon and measuring cup are also included.
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ZipVit Super Strength Omega 3 Fish Oil 2000mg
Available from ZipVit (from £10.99)
These omega-3 softgels are easy to swallow and offer a high daily dose of DHA and EPA. The fish oil is sustainably sourced and distilled for purity, with minimal additives and clear labelling. It also exceeds the recommended omega-3 levels for brain and heart health.
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JosephJoseph Elevate steel knife set
Available from JosephJoseph (£130), Amazon (£130)
This Joseph Joseph knife set features five knives made from Japanese stainless steel, as well as a handy in-drawer bamboo storage tray that slots easily into a standard kitchen drawer. The stand-out feature, though, is the clever Elevate system – each knife has an elevated stand to keep the tip off the worktop, ensuring a cleaner worktop.
All the knives have weighted ergonomic handles that feel safe and secure in use and each was faultless on test. We particularly like the Santoku knife, which chopped and diced with ease with its gently curved blade.
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Tefal Perfectmix Cook BL83SD65 Soup Maker
Available from John Lewis & Partners (£129), Amazon (£129), Argos (£129), Very (£129)
Despite the name, the Tefal Perfectmix soup maker isn't just soup maker – it comes with 14 automatic programmes with just two related to making soup (smooth and chunky). Other functions include milkshake, smoothie, dessert, ice crush, compote, stir, multigrain milk, hot sauce, blend, pulse, clean and heat.
On test it produced a super smooth creamy tomato soup and chunky roast vegetable soup in just 30 minutes, and made short work of crushing ice. All in all it's expensive for a soup maker, but given everything else it can do, it's a great multifunctional gadget to have in your kitchen.
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Horl 3 knife sharpener
Available from Horl (£169), Borough Kitchen (£169)
Rated 'best knife sharpener' in our best knife sharpeners guide, this nifty little tool comes from German brand Horl.
It's made from two parts – a magnetic sharpening block angled at 20 and 15 degrees on each end, and a double-sided cylindrical rolling block, which has a diamond grinding disc on one side and a ceramic honing disc on the other.
To use it, simply attach the blade to the magnet and run the block along the full length of the knife (first with the diamond disc, then the ceramic one). In action, the motion is smooth and seamless and all our knives were perfectly sharp.
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Fellow Aiden Brewer
Available from Amazon (£299), Healf (£304), Origin Coffee (£365)
We love Fellow's coffee grinders, so we were excited when the brand launched its first coffee maker earlier this year – and we weren't disappointed. The Aiden Brewer is a filter coffee machine that's built with a minimalist aesthetic and precise technical engineering, though is still remarkably user-friendly.
Simply input the roast level of your beans (light, medium or dark) and volume of coffee you'd like to make, then the machine will advise the weight of coffee grounds you should add to the filter basket. In test our coffee was packed with flavour, and the ergonomic handle around the jug allowed for smooth pouring.
Read more in our guide to the best filter coffee machines.
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ESN Designer protein bar – fudge brownie
Available from ESN (£1.83 per bar)
This rich and chocolatey protein bar feels more like a treat than a typical protein snack, and the cocoa nibs add a pleasant natural crunch. It has a smooth milk chocolate coating that's sweetened without added sugar, and inside is a chewy centre combining milk protein and collagen peptides – with up to 15g of protein per bar.
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Chef iQ Sense meat thermometer
Available from Amazon (£59.99)
This wireless dual-probe thermometer from Chef iQ allows you to track two food items at once, and its compatible app is packed with customisable features, recipes, how-to videos and step-by-step guides.
You can use it to measure the temperature of poultry, red meat, veggies, wild game and plant-based proteins, and select specific cuts of meat, fish or vegetable. From there, simply choose the level of 'doneness' you want to achieve and the app will display a recommended temperature.
Both probes have sharp, slimline ends that don't leave gaping holes behind, and they're safe to use in an oven, air fryer and deep-fat fryer.
Read more in our guide to the best meat thermometers.
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Instant Pot Plus multi-cooker
Available from Currys (£109), Amazon (£121.04), Instant Pot (£119.99)
Ultra-efficient and versatile, this smart multi-cooker from Instant Pot can be paired with the 'Instant Connect' app, which allows you to control it remotely – even steam release is done via the app, which is great for those who feel nervous about being close to the pot when this happens.
You can also programme, start and stop the machine from a distance and check on progress with the countdown timer. If you need to prep baby bottles or jars for jams and chutneys, there's also a handy sterilisation function that's unique to this particular model.
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Dr Vegan PeriMenoFriend
Available from Dr Vegan (£21.99)
Featuring ingredients like red clover, sage and magnesium, plus vitamins D3 and B12, this perimenopausal supplement offers a well-rounded formula of essential botanicals, vitamins and minerals. Just two capsules per day are recommended, so it's an easy product to stick with every day, plus it's vegan-friendly.
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Cuisinart Freeze Ease Pro Ice Cream Maker
Available from Lakeland (£249.99), Cuisinart (£299.99)
An upgrade of the Cuisinart Ice Cream and Gelato Professional (which we also rated 5/5), this sleek ice cream machine comes with four presets – ice cream, gelato, sorbet and frozen yoghurt – a hardness setting to fine-tune consistency and a mix-only mode that helps to aerate the base before churning.
It has a clear, responsive touchscreen and is easy to wipe clean. It delivered great results, too: smooth, creamy vanilla ice cream that was ready to eat straight from the machine at the highest churn level, plus soft, evenly textured sorbet that was free from icy chunks.
Read more reviews in our best Cuisinart ice cream makers guide.
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Lakeland deep roasting tin
Available from Lakeland (£9.99)
At just £9.99, this Lakeland roasting tin offers remarkably good value but is far from flimsy. It's made from high-grade carbon steel and is 6cm deep, making it feel roomy and large enough for a family roast. The generous lip around the outside also means it's easy to handle.
We had no grumbles at all when using it to make a chicken and vegetable traybake – it heated quickly and evenly, producing perfect results. It's also made in the UK and comes with a three-year guarantee.
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Panasonic SD-PN100 breadmaker
Available from John Lewis & Partners (£79), Amazon (£79), AO (£79), Lakeland (£79.99), Panasonic (£79.99), Argos (£80)
Most Panasonic breadmakers are large and expensive, but this compact model is ideal for a smaller kitchen – and it does an excellent job baking fresh loaves, too. With presets for basic white, wholewheat, brioche and jam, plus four gluten-free programmes, we found it well made, good-looking and intuitive.
Three browning settings (light, medium and dark) and a delay timer can be selected on the control panel. There's no viewing window, so you can't keep an eye on your bread as it's baking, but each setting has a clear indication of how long it will take.
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Vitabright Zinc Bisglycinate & Copper tablets
Available from Vitabright (£8.99)
Our testers thought this zinc supplement offered great value for money, providing 200 vegan-friendly tablets per pack, with each serving containing 50mg zinc (500% NRV) and 0.5mg copper.
Formulated with nutritionists and medical practitioners, they're tasteless, easy to take and free from common allergens and additives. They're also GMP certified and come with a money-back guarantee.
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Le Creuset Cast Iron Round Casserole
Available from Le Creuset (from £219), Harts of Stur (£255.20), John Lewis & Partners (from £319)
From iconic French cookware brand Le Creuset, this casserole dish will be instantly recognisable to many. Everything about it has been engineered for ease, from the extra-large handles to the softer edges around the knob, which make it easier to lift – particularly when wearing bulky oven gloves.
It's oven-safe up to 260C and has impressive heat-retaining qualities, which keep the contents piping hot even when out of the oven. The only niggle is the expensive cost, but given the lifetime guarantee, we couldn't ask for better.
Check out more reviews in our guide to the best casserole dishes.
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De'Longhi La Specialista Touch bean-to-cup coffee machine
Available from De'Longhi (£549.99), Amazon (£549.99), John Lewis & Partners (£699), Currys (£699.99)
Most premium bean-to-cup coffee machines are expensive, with some costing upwards of £1,000, so to see this newer De'Longhi model available for a slightly lower price was a welcome surprise.
It's a semi-automatic model, which means it offers some level of automation but leaves the fun bits of making coffee (locking in the portafilter, steaming the milk) to the user.
If you drink espresso, there's an additional drip tray that allows you to place your cup closer to the spout. The steam wand also comes with a temperature probe, which is ideal for beginners who may be less confident frothing milk.
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CASO Design WaffleUp Belgian waffle maker
Available from CASO (£74.99), Argos (£75)
A waffle maker might not seem like an essential purchase, but if you make them regularly, this gadget from CASO Design is a solid investment. It has a unique top-fill design that helps to minimise mess and waste, as excess batter flows into the detachable drip container.
You'll need to add the batter gently and slowly, as the spout through which it pours is quite narrow. There are five browning levels to choose from across a scale of one to five, and in test the results were superb: our Belgian waffles were golden and crisp with a fluffy middle.
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Zwilling Spectrum knife block
Available from Zwilling (£699)
This set of five German-made knives are ice-hardened and steel-forged, which creates a tough, ultra-sharp edge that holds for longer. The Micarta handle also has a textured linen look that offers good strength and balance, making them comfortable to hold. Just bear in mind that the chef's knife is quite heavy, so might not suit everyone.
Read more in our best knife sets guide.
Dr Vegan Ashwagandha KSM66
Available from Dr Vegan (£12.99)
These ashwagandha capsules from Dr Vegan fit easily into morning or evening routines, providing 500mg KSM-66 root extract with five per cent withanolides (a clinically backed form with proven absorption). The compostable pouch is easy to open and keeps the capsules fresh.
They also offer good value at roughly 43p per day, and are vegan, allergen-free and additive-free.
Discover more in our guide to the best ashwagandha supplements.
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ESN Isoclear Whey Protein Isolate (strawberry lime)
Available from ESN (£39.19)
If you're after a post-workout boost without the heaviness and sweetness of typical protein powders, our testers rated ESN IsoClear Whey Isolate for being light and refreshing – so much so that they said it was more like a crisp, soft drink than a traditional shake.
Each 30g serving offers up to 25g of clear whey protein isolate, with low levels of fat, lactose and sugar. It's also sweet without being overpowering, leaving a clean finish without a lingering aftertaste.
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Le Creuset cast iron tatin tin
Available from Amazon (£145), Le Creuset (£159), John Lewis & Partners (£159)
This enamelled cast-iron dish from Le Creuset is specifically made for baking tarte tatins, but could work for other recipes. Its curved handles and bright coloured exterior (we tested the volcanic orange version) look super eye-catching, too.
The dish conducts heat well and cooked our caramel quickly, without any cool spots or bubbling over. It's also deep enough to comfortably fit apple halves, though bear in mind that when you turn out your tarte tatin, the cast iron means it's pretty weighty. Still, we found it a joy to use.
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Ninja Detect 3-in-1 Power blender and food processor
Available from Amazon (£206.21), Currys (£229.99), Ninja (£229.99), Argos (£230)
This powerful blender from Ninja is robustly built and comes with numerous features, like a 'BlendSense' function that senses and automatically adjusts the blending speed and time in the jug. It can also determine whether you're using enough liquid – if not, a warning appears on the screen – and whether you're using frozen or fresh ingredients.
While it's loud, blending is fast and thorough so we could somewhat forgive the noise. It comes with a food processor, as well as several different blades, a slicing and grating disc and three single-serve lidded cups, so you can take smoothies on the go. Find more in our guide to the best blenders.
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Circulon Ultimum non-stick 2-piece roasting tin set
Available from Circulon (£34.99), Amazon (£34.99)
This two-piece set from Circulon includes a generously sized 39.5cm x 25cm roasting tin and a smaller square cake pan that can double as a roaster. Both are made from carbon-steel and with a shiny non-stick surface, featuring the brand's signature 'Hi-Low' grooved bottom that helps to prevent sticking.
In test we cooked a chicken and veg traybake in each tin and loved the results – both were evenly cooked with tender veg and succulent chicken. The ergonomic handles also made the pans easy to handle.
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Sage the Barista Touch Impress with Cold Extraction
Available from John Lewis & Partners (£997.99), Amazon (£997.99), Sage (£999.95)
If you're weighing up whether to buy a Sage coffee machine, this bean-to-cup model is a superb choice that's less costly than its other flashier models (though is still expensive). It's an upgrade of the original Barista Touch Impress and comes with cold-brew functionality, plus a couple of new drink options.
There's lots about this machine to love, including the customisable features – you can tweak the froth level and type of milk you're using, be it dairy, soy, oat or almond – and auto dosing, which self-corrects if the espresso extracts too quickly or too slowly.
Read more about Sage in our guide: Are Sage coffee machines worth it?
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Instant Pot Superior Slow Cooker 7.1L
Available from John Lewis & Partners (£79), Amazon (£79)
As we've come to expect from Instant Pot, this large 7.1-litre model is the ultimate companion for batch cooking. It has a robust inner pot that can be easily taken from kitchen to table, plus a glass lid and four functions: sear, slow cook, steam and keep warm.
In test we cooked a beef stew and loved the results – the meat and veg were deliciously tender and the gravy was glossy and thickened by the slow reduction. If you're feeding a crowd or filling up your freezer, this is the gadget for you.
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Paused Sleep Aid
Available from Holland & Barrett (£17.99), Amazon (£17.99), Boots (£19.99)
If you're after a straightforward approach to improving sleep, this supplement from Paused is a great pick – with 30 servings in each bottle (two per day are recommended). It's suitable for vegetarians and vegans, contains no unnecessary additives and is free from GMOs and gluten. Our testers thought the packaging was convenient and practical, too.
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Prowise Super Strength Ashwagandha
Available from Prowise (£9.99)
Offering good value at just 5.5p per dose, this bottle of ashwagandha contains 180 tablets with 1500mg of high-strength root extract. They're easy to prepare and swallow with water, and have a dried fruit or sultana-like aroma though they don't taste of it.
They're also manufactured in the UK to GMP standards and vegan-friendly, plus free from common allergens and additives are kept to a minimum.
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Stellar Stay Cool 4-Piece Draining Saucepan Set
Available from Stellar (£90)
This stainless-steel 4-piece pan set is impressively user-friendly, with touches like stay-cool handles and firm-fitting lids with silicone rims. On the saucepans, there are also draining spouts on both sides that make draining easy. All the pans heat up remarkably quickly and everything we cooked from porridge to eggs was excellent.
Read more reviews in our guide to the best pan sets.
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Cuisinart Blast & Go Portable Blender
Available from Amazon (£39.99), Lakeland (£49.99), Cuisinart (£69.99)
We loved the Ninja Blast portable blender that launched last year – but does this lookalike from Cuisinart deliver the same level of quality? We think yes. It's ultra-lightweight, compact and ideal for taking on self-catering holidays or camping – plus, it comes with a three-year guarantee, offering better value than the Ninja Blast.
Offering a 500ml capacity, it has two presets (smoothie and blender) that blitz through fresh and frozen ingredients in just 33 seconds. You can also use it to make small portions of sauces and dips, and there are handy measuring lines on the cup that make it easy to follow recipes.
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Smart Strains For When You're On Antibiotics
Available from Boots (£16.49)
These capsules provide 10 billion live Lactobacillus rhamnosus that offer extra support for your body when taking antibiotics. Our testers were impressed by the thoughtful design of this supplement and how easy they were to take. They should be taken each day from the first antibiotic treatment, then continue for seven days after treatment has ended.
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Made In Enamelled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven
Available from Made In (£219)
With a slightly more palatable price tag than some of its competitors, this Made In enamelled cast-iron Dutch oven offers incredible quality and a lifetime warranty. At 5.2 litres, it's hand-crafted in France and has a sleek, simple design, not to mention excellent non-stick qualities. We also found it retained heat well and the lid fit snugly, which helped to trap steam and lock in moisture – so our beef stew came out tender and rich.
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KitchenAid Fully Automatic Espresso Machine KF8
Available from Harts of Stur (£1,548.95), Harrods (£1,699), KitchenAid (£1,899)
Sales of coffee machines have soared in 2025, but not all of us want to faff about with dosing and tamping coffee grounds – so a fully automatic model, like this one from KitchenAid, is just the ticket.
The KF8 takes all the guesswork out of making your morning latte, cappuccino or espresso. Simply select your drink of choice (there are 12 to choose from) and let the machine do the rest.
It's packed with other user-friendly features, too, like a hidden compartment in which the used coffee grounds go and a floating column that indicates when the drip tray needs to be emptied.
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VivoLife Creatine
Available from Healf (£13.99), VivoLife (£19.99)
Our testers rated this unflavoured creatine powder for its finely milled texture, which means it doesn't clump easily, and practical recyclable packaging. It dissolves easily and each serving provides 3-5g of creatine monohydrate, which aligns with the recommended use for muscle support. It's also vegan-certified, third-party tested and comes with a money-back guarantee.
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CASO Designs Chop & Go cordless mini chopper
Available from CASO Designs (£64.99), Amazon (£64.99), Argos (£65)
We've seen an uptick in brands launching cordless appliances this year, which offer more convenience as you can use them anywhere in your kitchen (providing they have enough charge).
This mini chopper from CASO Design is a great example of this done well: it's small but mighty, offering one hour of power on full charge and blitzing through ingredients speedily and cleanly.
It has a sharp four-fold blade, an emulsifying disc for whipping and blending sauces, dressings and dips, and a handy non-slip mat that keeps the bowl secure on the worktop.
In test, it cut through parsley and onions evenly without puréeing them, and made a smooth curry paste that needed the occasional scrape but was otherwise well incorporated.
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FreeSoul HydraCreatine creatine & electrolytes powder
Available from FreeSoul (£24.99)
Our testers found this creatine powder super refreshing and liked its sweet and salty mango and strawberry flavour, plus it mixes easily into water. Each daily serving provides 3.4g of creatine monohydrate, as well as vitamin C, marine collagen, prebiotics and electrolytes, helping to support recovery, hydrating and performance. It also comes in a robust, resealable pouch and is vegan-friendly.
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Cuisinart Ceramica XT non-stick cookware set
Available from Amazon (£74.99), Cuisinart (£79.99)
This non-stick cookware set is comprised of 11 pieces – covering all bases for stovetop cooking, from boiling to braising, sautéing and steaming. The pans are oven-safe up to 175C for no more than 20 minutes, plus they're lightweight so ideal for anyone who struggles to lift heavier items.
They're not compatible with induction, which is unusual for modern cookware, but have excellent conductivity and a robust non-stick coating. For the quality and functionality, this comprehensive set is excellent for the price.
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Dr Vegan Gut Works
Available from Amazon (£26.98), Dr Vegan (£28.99)
This probiotic supplement provides a blend of six well-known probiotic strains, including Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium species, as well as prebiotic inulin and psyllium husk.
The capsules have a neutral flavour and deliver 50 billion CFU, which has a delayed release to help protect bacteria through the stomach. Stored in a sturdy recyclable pouch, they're also suitable for vegans and have a 60-day money-back policy.
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Instant Pot Pro 5.7L multi-cooker
Available from Amazon (£199.99), Instant Pot (£199.99), Currys (£249)
This multi-cooker is the most powerful in the Instant Pot range, and it's ideal for anyone who's already familiar with the wonders of pressure cooking and wants to take things up a notch.
It has all the classic functions, including steaming and baking, and thanks to the extra 200W we found sautéing was better than ever, allowing us to brown our meat perfectly. The new Nutriboost function also helps to agitate the food as it cooks, so tomato-based dishes like ragu are less likely to stick to the pot.
Exploring the full range of settings takes a while, so this advanced model is perhaps not the best choice for novices, but if you're a devoted 'Pothead' (yes, it's a thing), it's a worthy upgrade.
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Joseph Joseph Nest roasting tray
Available from Joseph Joseph (£40)
This non-stick roasting tin from Joseph Joseph is a stand-out – not just for its bold blue colour, but also for its performance. It's weighty but not overly heavy and heats quickly thanks to its carbon-steel construction.
We loved the built-in hold-and-pull handles, which extend seamlessly from the sides and curve downwards, so you can move the tin in and out of the oven with ease.
The chicken traybake we cooked was flawless, with charred veg, tender chicken and no residue left behind. Just bear in mind that the tin is hand-wash only.
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Morphy Richards Clarity 1.6L soup maker
Available from Argos (£90)
From Morphy Richards, this generously sized 1.6-litre soup maker is a joy to use. It's sturdy but lighter than expected thanks to its Tritan plastic jug, which doesn't stain or scratch and is BPA-free. The handle on the lid folds down and tucks away easily, which means storage is also a doddle – even for such a chunky appliance.
The keep-warm programme is perfect for second helpings or latecomers, and both the chunky and smooth soup settings produce superb results. The clean function was a little hit and miss as the jug needed an extra rinse after use, but otherwise, this is a strong, powerful piece of kit.
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