Samuel Jones

A reviewer tests Made In Cookware’s five-piece stainless steel set and praises its construction, even heat distribution, cool handles, versatility and chef-quality results. The set is discounted from £377 to £309 and comes with a lifetime warranty, but its high price and considerable weight may deter some buyers. Tefal and Salter cookware sets are offered as more affordable alternatives, while customer reviews are largely positive, with occasional complaints about cleaning.

The Yoto Player, a £89.99 screen-free audio device for children aged around 3–12+, is promoted as a way to reduce screen time while providing stories, music, learning and games through more than 1,000 audio cards. Yoto Originals adds internally produced content, while the Yoto Club Explorer subscription provides access to more titles. Customer feedback is overwhelmingly positive, although one reviewer reported a button failure after a year that was resolved under warranty. The article also compares the device with the Toniebox and Voxblock.

Dunelm’s £40 Sophie Robinson Moroccan Star Ceramic Table Lamp has earned a 4.9-out-of-5 rating from nine reviews. Shoppers praise its vibrant Moroccan-inspired design, sturdy ceramic base, color scheme and warm, relaxing glow, although one reviewer found it chunkier than expected and the shade more red than pink. A lightbulb is sold separately. The article also highlights rechargeable and budget lamp alternatives from Dusk and Amazon.

Daily Record highlights Dusk's £22 Riley 100% cotton dinosaur duvet cover set, which has received uniformly five-star customer reviews praising its quality, softness, design and value. The article notes that some buyers experienced slower-than-preferred delivery, while also comparing the product with cheaper Bluey bedding on Amazon and a highly rated dinosaur set from Dunelm.

The Sonic Pro Ultrasonic Cleaner and UVC Steriliser is available through Amazon for £59.95, reduced from £89.95, with a bundle including cleaning tablets priced at £69.95. The device uses ultrasonic waves and UVC sanitation to clean retainers, clear aligners, dentures and mouthguards, and is promoted as requiring only water while delivering a deeper clean than brushing or soaking. More than 1,000 customer reviews give it a 4.97-star rating, with users praising its effectiveness on nightguards and Invisalign, although one customer reported slow delivery. Similar products from Zima Dental and Lumiflexa are also mentioned.

A hands-on test finds Ninja’s £999.99 FlexFlame gas BBQ to be a powerful, high-capacity and versatile outdoor cooking station offering grilling, smoking, griddling and pizza cooking capabilities. Assembly takes about two and a half hours, but the instructions are clear and the unit cooks large quantities evenly. Drawbacks include its short power cable, substantial size and weight, the need for electricity and patio gas, and the absence of a cover and some accessories despite the high price. More affordable alternatives from Argos, Weber and Amazon are also highlighted, but the reviewer concludes that the FlexFlame substantially outperforms a typical BBQ.

New TopCashback members can effectively get Argos’s £15 Gruffalo Tonie character for free by spending at least £15 through a tracked Argos purchase and receiving a £15 welcome cashback bonus. The hand-painted Tonie narrates Julia Donaldson’s 17-minute Gruffalo story and has mostly positive customer reviews, although some reviewers criticize the closing song and differences from the television voices. The article also highlights the YOTO Mini and Clementoni Disney Storytime Projector as alternative children’s audio and storytelling products.

Gymshark Flex Shorts, reduced from £35 to £21, can cost new TopCashback members £4.60 after a £15 cashback bonus on qualifying purchases, while existing Gymshark customers could pay £5.13. The shorts receive an average 4.5-star rating from 57 reviews, with customers praising their fit, comfort, breathability and resistance to rolling, although some report a tight waistband or awkward scrunch design. Discounted alternatives from Amazon and Lululemon are also highlighted.

New TopCashback members can effectively receive a £15 Gymshark water bottle for free by spending at least £15 through a participating retailer and claiming the matching cashback. The bottle is available in teal green or black, and customers praise its design, strap and hydration markings, although some report cracks and a fragile lid. More expensive alternatives from bottlebottle and YETI are also highlighted.

A Daily Record shopping article explains how new TopCashback members can buy Target’s Luke Littler magnetic dartboard from Argos for £1.84 after a £15 cashback bonus, or £1.86 for existing users. The children’s product, aimed at those aged three and over, has a 4.8-star rating from 115 reviews and is praised for being fun and safe, although some buyers criticise its graffiti-style design and sturdiness. The article also compares it with alternative magnetic and traditional dartboards, noting that conventional darts carry greater safety risks for young children.

Gymshark Elevate leggings are discounted from £60 to £18, and new TopCashback members who spend at least £15 can receive £15 cashback, reducing the effective price to £1.74; existing Gymshark customers could pay £2.21 after cashback. Reviews largely praise the leggings’ comfort, flattering fit, breathability, stretch and ability to stay in place, although some customers find them excessively tight or prefer the fit of the original Elevate design. Lululemon’s Align High-Rise Pant and Amazon’s three-pack Amiyoyo leggings are offered as alternative options at higher and lower price points, respectively.

Dunelm’s Emmy Frilled Stripe 100% cotton duvet cover and pillowcase set, available in several bright colours, normally costs £24 for a single or £30 for a double. Eligible shoppers can use TopCashback’s £15 welcome bonus to reduce the price to £8.58 for a single or £14.48 for a double, with slightly higher prices for returning Dunelm customers. Customer reviews largely praise the set’s colourful, reversible design and softness, although some report misaligned buttons and incorrect sizing deliveries.

Dunelm’s Beatrice Striped Table Lamp has been reduced from £30 to £24 in selected colourways. New TopCashback members can potentially reduce the effective cost to £8.58 after a £15 cashback bonus, while existing Dunelm shoppers who are new to TopCashback could pay £8.79 after cashback. The lamp has an average customer rating of 4.8 out of 5, with praise for its appearance, colours and ease of assembly, although some customers found it smaller than expected. Alternative table lamps are available from Next and Marks & Spencer at different prices and with different features.

Dunelm’s Apartment Arched Full Length Leaner Mirror is reduced by 30%, from £120 to £84, until midnight on January 18, 2026. Available in black or gold, the mirror has a 4.5-star rating from 152 reviews, though some shoppers note its heavy weight, height and possible distortion. Alternative full-length mirrors are available from Amazon, Argos and Dusk at prices ranging from £33.99 to £120.

Dunelm's Forest Fawn brushed cotton duvet cover and pillowcase set costs £15 for a single and £20 for a double, but shoppers can reduce the price through a TopCashback sign-up bonus and cashback deal. New TopCashback members and new Dunelm customers can obtain a single set for free, while double sets cost as little as £4.67. The bedding has received overwhelmingly positive reviews for its cosy feel, reversible design and quality, although one reviewer found the brushed cotton too warm.

Dunelm's Forest Fawn 100% brushed cotton duvet cover and pillowcase set has received 38 five-star reviews, with shoppers praising its softness, design, warmth and value. The set costs £15 for a single and £20 for a double, but TopCashback's £15 sign-up bonus can make a single set free for eligible new members, while qualifying double-set purchases can cost as little as £4.67 after cashback. The article also highlights alternative Christmas bedding from Debenhams and Next and explains how to claim the cashback.

Dunelm's Catherine Lansfield Sheep brushed-cotton duvet cover and pillowcase set normally costs £20 for a single or £32 for a double. New TopCashback members making a first Dunelm purchase can effectively reduce those prices to £4.67 and £16.47 respectively through a £15 sign-up bonus, while existing Dunelm customers who are new to TopCashback can pay £4.83 or £16.73. Customers largely praise the set's warmth, thick fabric, sheep design and washability, although some find it less soft than other brushed-cotton bedding. Discounted alternatives are also available from Debenhams and Dusk.

Argos has launched early Black Friday 2025 deals ahead of the main event on 28 November, with discounts on kitchen appliances, smartwatches and heated clothes airers. Featured offers include the Cookworks 9L Dual Air Fryer at £50, the Russell Hobbs Worcester four-slice toaster at £22.50, the Reflex Active smartwatch at £24.99 and the Minky heated airer at £45. Further reductions are expected across technology, appliances, toys, health and beauty, and electrical goods, with Argos’s price guarantee protecting some purchases. The retailer also offers same-day and next-day delivery options, while Currys and MandM Direct have launched competing deals.

Debenhams is selling the STÜHRLING Original Lineage Classic 42mm Quartz Watch for £89.40, compared with a stated RRP of £825, representing an advertised 89% reduction. The watch features Japanese quartz movement, luminous hands and markers, a date magnifier and a stainless-steel bracelet. Customers gave it an average of four out of five stars, praising its appearance, accuracy and value, although some questioned its build quality. The article also highlights discounted Olevs and Emporio Armani watches from Amazon and Wowcher as alternative deals.

Dunelm’s Cosy and Warm Electric Blanket, normally priced at £22 for a single and £30 for a double, can cost as little as £6.62 or £14.48 respectively after TopCashback for eligible new members. The blanket has three heat settings, elasticated straps and is machine washable, and customers give it an average rating of 4.5 out of five. Reviewers praise its warmth and value, although some report feeling the wires or regret that it lacks a timer. Cheaper and premium alternatives from Amazon and Argos are also highlighted.

Dunelm’s 1L Dehumidifier, normally priced at £25, can effectively cost new TopCashback members £9.56 and existing members £9.78 after a £15 signup credit and cashback. Customer reviews largely praise its effectiveness against condensation, mould and damp, compact size, low running costs and colour-changing light, although one buyer found it less effective than expected. Lakeland and Pro Breeze models are offered as pricier alternatives, with the latter positioned for larger rooms.

September is presented as an ideal month for lawn recovery because warm soil supports grass-seed germination while increased rainfall reduces the need for watering. Lawn specialist Jonathan Davis advises overseeding bare patches, aerating compacted areas and applying autumn fertiliser to strengthen roots before spring. The article also recommends several grass-seed products and a seed spreader, including options for hard-wearing lawns and shaded areas.

Dunelm’s Churchgate Harby Plug In Wall Light is on sale for £32, reduced from £40, and can be installed without an electrician because it plugs into a standard outlet. Shoppers praise its appearance, quality and ease of installation, although one reviewer criticises the silver screws and cream rather than white finish. The article also compares it with Lighting Direct’s cheaper Twiga Wall Light and Amazon’s rechargeable, wire-free wall sconce set.

Dunelm's Arabella Blue Floral Luxury Velvet Duvet Cover and Pillowcase Set is discounted by 20%, with prices ranging from £28.80 to £41.60 depending on size. The set includes pillowcases and has a 4.9-star average rating, with customers praising its softness, vibrant floral design and quality. One reviewer noted that the side touching the sleeper is not velvet, although it remains soft. Debenhams and Argos are also highlighted as alternative sources of discounted bedding.