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Andy Shaw

Andy Shaw has been a professional reviewer for 30 years, starting his career critiquing PC games and rapidly expanding his horizons into all types of computer hardware and software. Since then he’s worked for a broad selection of print magazines and websites, as a writer and editor, both on staff and as a freelancer. Nowadays he applies his well-honed critical eye to reviewing a wide range of products, from vacuum cleaners to printers.

Recent articles by Andy Shaw

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Best robot vacuum 2023: Our favourite automatic cleaners
Robot vacuum cleaners

Sick of doing the weekly hoovering? Why not let a robot vacuum cleaner give you a helping hand…

Eufy RoboVac X8: A brilliant app but it’s no deep cleaner
Vacuum cleaners

The Eufy RoboVac X8’s well-designed app is incredibly simple to use and makes up for its light-touch cleaning power

449 inc VAT
Best printer
The best inkjet and laser printers to buy in 2023
Printers

From crisp black text to brilliant photos, we’ve got the inkjet and laser printers that can do it all

The best robot lawn mowers in 2023
Lawn mowers

Keeping your grass trimmed doesn’t have to spoil your weekend; the best robot lawn mowers will do the job for you

Shark Stratos IZ400UKT review: Superb performance
Vacuum cleaners

The Shark Stratos IZ400UKT is a brilliant performer at a very attractive price

449 inc VAT
The best handheld vacuum cleaners
Vacuum cleaners

Don’t let mess cause you stress, with our pick of the best handheld vacuum cleaners for tackling simple spillages in seconds

Shark IZ300UKT review: Hard-working and uniquely powerful
Vacuum cleaners

Shark’s latest cordless stick vacuum delivers stupendous cleaning abilities but is a little unwieldy to manoeuvre

430 inc VAT
The best Shark vacuum cleaners for all your cleaning tasks
Vacuum cleaners

Shark produces some of the best vacuum cleaners around, but which one is best for you?

Shark Cordless HandVac Pet Model: Terrific value for money
Vacuum cleaners

The Shark Cordless HandVac Pet Model is a great-value handheld vacuum cleaner, ideal for anyone on a tight budget

60 Inc VAT
The best vacuum cleaners you can buy in 2023
Vacuum cleaners

Looking to keep your floors and carpets dust and dirt-free? Check out our guide to the finest vacuum cleaners from handhelds to Henry