BHG Appliance Awards winners revealed

This large fridge has lots of space for all your fresh food, including a handy “extra space” produce section great for ready to go fruit and veg snacks. Plus, if you knock on it twice you can see inside without having to open the door.

Why it’s a winner: It’s stylish, it’s spacious and it keeps food crisp and fresh – this is the feedback we heard time and time again from those who have tried, and loved, LG’s 642 French door fridge with InstaView. It’s great for families and entertainers alike. One reviewer says: “With so many compartments and storage options this modular style fridge is perfect for our family. We would recommend this to everyone and, in fact, we have!”

Care about the environment? This is one of the most energy efficient fridges in Australia, with an 8-star energy rating and an estimated 10-year running cost of $911, according to the Australian government’s Energy Rating Calculator.

This dishwasher uses hot steam to reach all angles of your dishes and to get them sparkling clean dishes. And the door pops open a crack at the end of the wash cycle, to allow everything to dry. Clever!

If you’re not an oven pro, Miele’s automatic programs like meat, fish or cakes can help you get the best results with ease. And when you’re done, it can ramp up to a high temperature to clean itself automatically. That means no more scrubbing.

While the Creami can make indulgent ice cream and thickshakes, we’re especially impressed with how it can transform frozen fruit like pineapple and peaches into the creamiest sorbet to rival that of your favourite gelateria. We love it for creative, consistent desserts that can be as wicked or healthy as you choose.

This is no one-shot wonder. While yes, the compact gas outdoor oven does hit a whopping 500°C for a 60-second pizza, it can also go as low as 160°C for whole spatchcock chicken or roast veg. And at just 16kg, you can pop it in your car to take to your mate’s pizza party.

While set up can take some effort, it’s certainly easier than using a manual lawn mower. Choose from traditional boundary wire or wire-free installation with virtual boundaries created in the Husqvarna app, guided with an onboard GPS system. It also cuts so close to the edges that only perfectionists will need an edge trimmer as well.

Why the BHG team loves it: Perfect lawns used to demand strict mowing schedules – but with Husqvarna’s innovative robot technology, that’s history. Now you can go to brunch while the lawn takes care of itself. User reviews say this mower is quiet, efficient and easy to map and program.

If you’re a keen cook with multiple appliances, your power outlets are probably already full. That’s why this cordless food chopper is so handy. It’s small and portable, and comes with its own rechargeable battery. It can chop nuts, herbs and onions with ease, and even whips cream with a whisk attachment.

Forget manual vacuuming and let the robots take over. This whizz can extract dust from corners and crevices, pick up crumbs and pet hair, navigate edges and mop away stubborn stains with hot water. It then zips back to the station to empty its own dustbin for you.

Why it’s a winner: Ecovacs’ Deebot X8 Pro Omni is the closest you can get to floors that clean themselves. Fans are raving about how this machine has transformed their cleaning routine and given them precious time back in their schedule. “[It’s] truly set-and-forget cleaning, and I’m loving the freedom it gives me,” wrote one reviewer.

We love the three quick settings to help the time-poor, including doing a full load in 60 minutes. Use the “plus hygiene” setting to neutralise household allergens and germs and hit pause to add that pair of socks you forgot.

Pop this under your desk to get in exercise while working from home. The speed can adjust to your movements, it folds in half for easy storage and it is often on sale.

This powerhouse is highly efficient; it can dry 4kg of laundry in under an hour. It can also automatically adjusts drying time to save energy and so you aren’t left with damp or heat damaged clothes. It’s also Australia’s most energy efficient 10kg dryer.

There may be good reason for this appliance’s cult following. The all-rounder can chop, blend, steam, knead dough, slow cook and even sous vide. The end result? Chopped and grated ingredients, risotto, purees, dips, soups, bread, steamed veg, hearty stews and much more. And the subscription-based in-built app Cookidoo guides you along the way.

Why it’s a winner: It’s hard to improve on perfection, but Thermomix devotees are already singing the new TM7’s praises. They love the sleek, easy-to-read screen, the quiet operation (even when kneading dough or on Turbo mode) and many have reported that they absolutely could not live without their Thermomix.

Cool your room in summer, heat it in winter, and keep air fresh the whole year with this three-in-one appliance. It can help with common household pollutants like nitrogen dioxide, pet dander and pollen for a cleaner, healthier environment.

Magimix brought us the first ever food processors back in 1971 and they are still leading the way. Use it to slice, grate, chop, whisk, blend knead and juice. We love the 30-year motor warranty and 3-year parts warranty showing that it’s made to last.

While it looks like a little oven, sometimes good things come in small packages. The Combi is a stand-out air fryer but can also bake, slow cook, sauté and steam-cook pasta and rice. It can even air fry and steam at the same time, so your curry and rice are done all at once.

Stop spending money on overpriced smoothies and make your own in seconds with this small appliance hiding a powerful motor. You can also make ground nuts, dips and dressings. Pop it in the dishwasher when you’re done.

Dehumidifiers help to prevent mould and allergies by removing moisture from the air. The Tascuigo AriaDry can remove up to 16 litres of excess moisture in 24 hours. It also has a clothes-drying function to help when you have to hang laundry inside.

If you’ve got allergies, you appreciate a deep clean. This stick vacuum cleaner has effective HEPA filtration to deal with the smallest particles of dust, pollen and pet dander. It also boasts a 70 minutes run time and easy to empty bin.

Why it’s a winner: Whether you’re cleaning hard floors, carpet or upholstery, Dyson’s Gen5 Detect is the right machine for the task. Fans love the high quality build of the appliance, along with the comprehensive suite of attachments it comes with. But that’s not all! They also love how the microfibre head leaves floors sparkling and that they can vacuum the whole house on a single charge.

This compact newcomer has great potential for home healthcare. It has a contactless thermometer, an electrocardiogram (ECG) to detect signs of atrial fibrillation, an oximeter to check your blood oxygen levels and a digital stethoscope all in a handheld device.

This air purifier has a four-stage system with HEPA filter to reduce dust and pet dander, particularly handy if you have allergies. It’s effective for large rooms up to 138m2 and the display shows the level of air quality detected.

If you run hot and your partner runs cold, this smart mattress cover could help you both get more sleep. It regulates bed temperature across two customisable zones. It also has built-in sleep tracking sensors so you can get insights like sleep quality and health metrics through their subscription app, without the need for wearables.

If you’re worried about the health implications of the non-stick coating used in many air fryers, try this one with a glass tray. The tray is heavier to use but worth it for peace of mind. We love the easy-to-use pre-programmed settings, relatively compact size, being able to see your meal as it cooks, and the low price point.

A multicooker at a seriously competitive price. It can bake and cook, weigh ingredients, steam, slow cook, whip, knead, blend and chop, with free access to a recipe library.

Why the BHG team loves it: Food editor Sarah Murphy put the Optimum Thermocook to the test and found that it couldn’t be beaten on value. She loved its intuitive touchscreen design, overload/overheat protection, high temperature warning and the large, family-sized 3L bowl.

Grind, dose and extract coffee beans all in one, at a great price. While it takes a little practice to master, it’s not as complicated as fully automatic coffee machines, and makes a high-quality cup of coffee.

Why it’s a winner: Plenty of coffee machines claim to replace your barista, but few have the rave reviews to prove it. The Breville Barista Express does. The product has a 4.7 star review rating (based on 2454 reviews) and for good reason. It’s effortless to use, delivers perfectly consistent grinds, and its steamer wand produces luxuriously smooth milk every time.

Users rave about the quality and reliability of this brand, making it well worth the investment. The Family Q+ has two stainless steel burners, a large cooking area, a lid thermometer and a high domed lid for large roasting capacity.

Why the BHG team loves it: If you’re after a stress-free barbecue experience, the Weber Family Q+ Premium delivers. It heats up in no time, cooks food perfectly (thanks to the built-in thermometer), and cleaning up is a breeze. Combine that with Weber’s reputation for longevity and top-tier customer service, and it’s easy to see why this one’s a favourite.

This is slow cooking as it should be – easy and no fuss. The 5.5L capacity slow cooker has simple low, high and keep-warm settings and a dishwasher-safe pan and lid so it’s easy to clean.

This compact and lightweight marvel is much cheaper than full-size steamer. It heats up in 15 seconds and can tidy up even the most delicate textiles.