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The 4 game-changer products I now can't do without – that save me time, effort and money
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You might not even know you need these products, but trust me when I say they will make your life easier
Every so often we buy a product that is literally a game-changer. And when that happens, I always find myself wanting to shout about it – a public service to others, if you will.
Well, over the past six months or so I've started using several new products which I genuinely now wouldn't be without. Not only do they save me time, but some also save me money too.
And they're so good, I have to share what they are...
- Shoppers say this M&S bra is the 'best bra I've ever owned'
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- Aldi's gin voted the BEST in the country
- B&M's new beauty range is live – and prices start from just £1
The Cosori air fryer
Ok, so I know I'm late to the party with this one, but I'm now converted. An air fryer is the type of purchase you make and instantly think, 'why have I never had one of these before?'
I had two fancy slide-and-hide ovens installed recently when we had our kitchen extension, but since we've had the Cosori air fryer, they've hardly been used.
It's really actually very straight forward to use, although like with anything new, it does require a little trial and error at first. Once you have mastered it, you won't look back.
Why this model?
This will let you air fry, bake, roast, reheat, it has a large capacity, 2 non-stick drawers which are dishwasher safe and comes with a baking rack and a skewer rack.
I love the touch-press buttons, I also love the fact it has lights, so you can sneak a peek through the window on the front to see how you food is cooking, without opening the drawers.
But the game-changer is the sync finish button.
You don't need to remember to come back to turn one drawer on, instead you set them both up at the same time, press 'sync finish', and the machine will delay the start of the drawer with the food that cooks the quickest. Genius.
I also like the fact it's pretty quiet.
Stylish, too
I'm the sort of person who doesn't like anything out on my kitchen worktops. Thanks to my boiling water tap, I don't even have a kettle, but I'm not offended by this air fryer at all.
Admittedly I have banished it to the utility, but it looks rather classy on the side.
Cosori dual zone air fryer, 8.5L XL Capacity
£199
Cosori say: 'Witness your meals undergo a delicious metamorphosis through the crystal-clear window. Allowing more time to enjoy flavours with family and friends.
'Two zones can be independently set with different functions. Discover culinary versatility with 8 thoughtfully designed cooking functions.
'Sync Cook: Double portions, same settings—ideal for gatherings; Sync Finish: Simultaneous finish cooking with distinct settings for warm, crispy delights.
'You can create every meal with up to 85% less oil for crispy goodness with COSORI dual air fryer. Help you use less or no oil with a small amount of fat, but provide with 100% delicious food.
'Baking rack & skewer rack adding more choices for cooking. They can be used to make a variety of delicious foods to meet your different cooking needs. Get this airfryer and enjoy these free accessories to create more healthy, nutritious and delicious food.
'Quicker, cheaper and easier than using the oven'
And it's not just me who is raving about this air fryer.
One satisfied shopper said: 'Cheaper than using the oven, quicker than using the oven, easier to clean than the oven.
'I like it and haven't used the oven since purchase.'
Equally as good for roasting and baking
Another said: 'Best kitchen aid ever.
'Can’t believe I’ve never had one before!
'Great for kid’s meals as no need to heat the big oven for a few sausages etc. Equally as good for roasting and baking.
'Almost never use my large oven now.'
'Very impressed'
One joked: 'I'm in love with it.
'It's a chunk of metal right, but it's way better than my ex partner!
'Its a thing of beauty. I've found that food cooks even better than in my ninja, maybe because it has more space in the baskets to cook. I'm v impressed.
'It's an exceptional piece of kit no hesitation in recommending it.'
My only regret? That I didn't buy this sooner. It would have been a godsend when we were having our house extension and without a kitchen for months!
The 4-in1 robot hoover – save £110 on Amazon
So, this is the product I didn't know I needed – genuinely.
But enter the robot hoover into our household and everything's changed. What I thought were clean floors thanks to my cordless handy vacuum were actually dirty.
But the game-changer with this little thing of beauty is the fact this also mops your floors. You can pre-set it to clean while you sleep or work.
Ultenic D5s Pro robot vacuum cleaner with mop
£159.99
Ultenic says: '𝟰-𝗜𝗡-𝟭 𝗩𝗔𝗖𝗨𝗨𝗠, 𝗦𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗣, 𝗥𝗢𝗟𝗟, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗢𝗣: The D5s Pro is a versatile robot cleaner that offers four functions in one: vacuuming, sweeping, rolling, and mopping, with this innovative device, you can effortlessly maintain clean floors without any manual effort.
'When you switch to the 4-in-1 mode, the D5s Pro combines powerful vacuuming and mopping capabilities, providing a comprehensive cleaning solution that leaves your home spotless.'
The Beautural handheld steamer
Since I've bought a handheld steamer, I've not used my iron once.
I find it so quick and easy, especially when it comes to getting creases out of the kids' school shirts.
I'm sure there are better models out there if you want to splash out more, but for me, this does exactly what it says on the tin.
I have a rail in my utility where we dry our clothes so it's easy for me to steam them as soon as they're dry.
However I'm not sure how you would use this if you didn't have anything to hang your clothes on while you used it. You can just hold the item, if it's on a coat hanger, but you really need two hands to do the steaming – one to hold the steamer and one to pull the clothing tight.
Beautural Steamer for clothes
£22.99
Amazon says: 'Instantly freshen your clothes: powerful 1200W steamer with large 260ml Water tank steams Continuously for 15 minutes and preheats in only 35 seconds or less.
'Anti-leakage: Can be used both vertically and horizontally with no leaking; Convenient for clothes, table clothes, sofas, and so much more
'Automatic shut-off: Never burn or blister your hands with low-water and 8-minute inactivity automatic shut-off, and electric leakage and over-heating protection
'Continuous steam function: Use the lock button for continuous steam with no need to keep the trigger pushed down; Super convenient for steaming large items
'An ultra-long 1.9m cord provides maximum reach and convenience. Plus, every single steamer cable is rigorously tested for maximum safety and durability.'
'Such a great steamer'
Most people rated the item as 'excellent' on Amazon.
One happy shopper said: 'This is such a great steamer that cuts through creases perfectly and it’s easy to use on my curtains whilst they are hanging and my duvet when it’s on the bed.
'Now going to Chuck away my old iron and board – so last year!'
Another added: 'I am very impressed with this little steamer.
'I have had a couple in the past and they have been pretty useless, very little steam, and drip or leave wet spots on clothes.
'This one is compact, comfortable to hold and produces a lot of steam which quickly removes creases with ease.'
The TACH attachable suitcases
These are hands-down the best suitcases we've ever owned.
The TACH Hard Shell Luggage 3 piece set includes a carry-on, a medium suitcase and a large one and they made travelling with kids so much easier.
Aside from being rather stylish and having loads of features you will actually use – including built-in packing cubes, 2 USB charger ports and a drinks holder – what really sets these cases out from the rest is the genius connecting system.
All 3 cases can be pushed or pulled together, which means we no longer have to juggle 3 kids and 3 cases, worried we might lose one of them (a suitcase that is, not a child!)
An added bonus: because we no longer struggle with our suitcases, we never have to hunt for a trolley at the airport.
You need these in your life and there's currently an offer to get £60 off.
Special offer for Netmums readers
Buying the full set is going to set you back £345.
It's not a small amount of money – but it's not a purchase you make often, and if you buy cheap, you tend to buy twice.
These cases will last for years, so for 3 cases it's actually good price – and with the Netmums code, you can save £60.
Simply visit the TACH Luggage website and enter discount code: NETMUMS to save £65 per set.
Happy travelling!
TACH V3 is a connectable luggage system
£345
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