The past four weeks have been, frankly, a wild time for our product testers. Each month I put together a Reviews Recap of the gadgets that have impressed us most; the products that have endured our tough tests and come out with a score of 4.5 or 5 out of 5. And this month there's a bumper crop, with dozens of great gadgets and gizmos to explore, across a variety of different product categories. It won't surprise you to see Apple amongst the standouts of the past month: the Duo won us over with its "exquisite engineering" and "vibrant, virtually crease-free screen", but it was the Apple Watch Series 12 that earned perfect marks, with our tester dubbing it "the best mainline [Apple Watch] in years". We also reviewed several excellent laptops, some sublime speakers, and many a magnificent TV. If you're not sure we're branching out enough, we also gave the stamp of approval to an innovative, podless pod coffee machine and a microwave that moonlights as an air fryer. Scroll down to browse all the most impressive tech we've tested over the past four weeks. Tap the View details button for a run-down of what we thought, plus a link to read the full review for each. Note: only the products that are available in your region will display as cards. 5-star products Apple Watch Series 12 Read our full review ProsReadiness Score is terrific and not locked behind a paywallRefreshed Health Sensing SystemS11 Chip ensures smooth, responsive performanceStill delivers all-day battery lifeConsNo major design changes Sony Bravia Theatre Trio Read our full review ProsExceptional sound quality for both films and musicExcellent adaptation to any room layoutIt’s a perfect partner for really big TVsGood expansion optionsConsIt’s… reassuringly expensiveNeeds optional rear speakers for a proper surround sound effectRather limited listening ‘sweet spot’Limited physical connectivity Logitech Yeti 2 Read our full review ProsExceptional audio qualitySolid build qualityAutomatically adjusts the polar pattern as neededAuto-gain is a useful extraConsAll-in-one dial can be a bit finickyMore expensive than the original Yeti Sony ULT TOWER 5 speaker Read our full review ProsBass might that almost defies beliefExcellent connectivity optionsSleek design with customizable lightsGreat value for moneyConsMiddling IPX4 waterproofingFairly hefty 4.5-star products Apple iPhone Duo Read our full review ProsExcellent designBest folding hinge ever?Flat, matte folding screen that hides the creaseExcellent performanceSplit-screen multitaskingConsCover screen loses too much space to the dock placementNo telephoto cameraNeeds more third-party app supportMissing Face ID Hisense XR10 4K projector Read our full review ProsWonderfully bright and colorfulIncredibly flexible opticsGorgeous looks and classy carrying casePunchy speakerAdaptable for bright and dark roomsConsMissed out on VRR and 4K/120Hz modesVidaaOS could be betterPricey Oppo Pad 5 Pro tablet Read our full review Pros13-inch screen is great for movies and gamesHuge battery = multiple days of useGreat tools for productivityConsRAM down to 8GB vs predecessorAvailable in just one colorHeavier than key 13-inch rivals Apple Watch Ultra 4 Read our full review ProsAnother battery life increaseReadiness Score makes your activity data actionable without a monthly priceS11 chip ensures a responsive experienceStill a very rugged buildConsNo major design changesNot a night-and-day performance boost over Ultra 3 Acer Swift Air 14 laptop Read our full review ProsVery long battery lifePortable and attractiveBudget-level pricingConsNot a lot of powerThe two USB-C ports are on the same sideAudio quality is mediocre Bissell CrossWave Reach Plus wet and dry vacuum Read our full review ProsGreat job vacuuming and moppingGets to edges (along the right side)Lies almost flat to get under furnitureConsCan’t pick up larger pieces of debrisSolid and wet debris in same tank Audeze Maxwell 2 ANC gaming headset Read our full review ProsWorld-class game audioExcellent feature setStrong noise cancellationGreat design and build qualityHas all the same excellence as the non-ANC modelConsANC might not be enough for existing Maxwell 2 owners to upgradeBattery life takes a big hitHead tracking feature still feels a little nicheA price jump up from the non-ANC version Lavazza MilkEasy Plus Read our full review ProsIncredibly easy to use and cleanHot and cold milk optionsGreat results with dairy and plant-based milkConsA little difficult to make out max fill markingsFoamed milk takes a good while to frothLacks a handle for maximum ease when pouring Fourth Frontier Frontier X2 heart rate monitor Read our full review ProsHighly accurate HR compared to other wearablesECG livestream functionality super usefulScreen and tactile button enormously helpfulRechargeableConsNo ANT+Very premium price tagSome features locked behind subscription paywall JBL Bar 800MK2 soundbar Read our full review ProsExcellent performance across the frequency rangeImpressive virtual Dolby AtmosStrong feature-set and connectivity optionsConsLacks up-firing speakers for true AtmosMiddling looks with very bulky subHDMI input supports 4K, but only at 60Hz Razer Reclusa X Mini 65% Read our full review ProsSurprisingly sturdy plastic chassisExcellent tactile switches built-inLots of customisation potentialConsSoftware can be a little basicABS keycaps have the potential to get quite shinyNo flip-out feet feels like a missed feature Oppo Find X10 Pro Max smartphone Read our full review ProsZero-compromise triple 200MP camera systemIncredible video featuresGreat performance and battery lifeSlick, feature-packed softwareConsIt's more expensive than the X9 Pro... and has less RAM Sony ULT Tower 7 speakers Read our full review ProsGigantic bass output with clear mids and highsVersatile connectivity optionsAttractive design with fantastic lightingStrong battery lifeCons360-degree sound could be more convincingHeavy and a little cumbersome to moveIPX4 waterproofing is just OK Lavazza Tabli Automatic Tab Coffee Machine Read our full review ProsNo coffee capsules to recycleExtremely simple to useCoffee tastes better than rivals like NespressoMobile app works well, allowing customization and remote brewingConsGoogle Home connectivity didn't work during my tests Sony Bravia 9 II RGB LED 4K TV (2026) Read our full review ProsExcellent picture qualityEffective anti-glare screenGreat for gamingConsExpensiveSome blooming when viewed off-centerOnly two HDMI 2.1 ports Sony ECM-W5 wireless mic Read our full review ProsIn-camera 32-bit float recordingHuge transmission range and rock-solid signal3.5mm lav mic input with screw lockConsMuch pricier than its key rivalsNoise reduction is fairly mildNo audio cable included Marshall Bromley 150 portable speaker Read our full review ProsStunning design and build qualityExceptional bass outputTasteful, customizable lightingConsThin companion appMids could be a little more articulateNo LDAC as seen on other Marshall speakers Acer Swift Spin 14 AI Read our full review ProsSurprising performanceGreat battery lifeAttractive build with 360-degree hingeConsNot exactly cheapSound quality is mediocre Logitech G Pro X3 SuperStrike gaming mouse Read our full review ProsUpgraded sensor delivers superior sensitivityImproved weight distributionHITS sensors are still second to noneExcellent battery lifeConsFew upgrades to justify the X3 nameComes with a (modest) price hike Braun OptiBrew Pro Read our full review ProsGreat range of coffee styles and sizesMakes seven sizes ranging from a single serving to a carafeMakes cold brew and coffee over iceMakes concentrated coffee shotsBuilt-in milk frotherHas timed auto-brew functionHas a keep-warm featureCan pause brewingEasy to use and clean upMakes great coffeeConsMust use pre-ground coffeeMilk frother only froths, does not heat milkSomewhat pricey Technics EAH-A1000 wireless over-ear headphones Read our full review ProsLayered, expansive audio qualityStill the only company regularly offering triple-device connectivityCompetent spatial audio and ANCSupreme comfortConsOccasionally a little polite-soundingPhysical buttons sometimes fail to register presses (including playback and power) Astell & Kern PD5 DAP Read our full review ProsStaggeringly clean, open and revealing soundThoroughly specifiedPlenty of scope for user influenceConsSome operational quirksLooks and feels less premium than the price demands Ninja Crispi Microwave Read our full review ProsBrilliantly versatile as air fryer and microwavePremium, modern design and controlsLarge capacity is great for familiesConsLarge footprint not good for small kitchensNo steam functionInternal light a little too dim Cambridge A100 SE earbuds Read our full review ProsSpacious, informative and disciplined soundDynamic and punchy presentationImpressive specificationConsNot the most accomplished when it comes to rhythmic expressionDon’t look or feel in any way specialTouch controls could be more reliable Ruark Audio Talisman R Read our full review ProsDirect, unified, organized and informative soundEasy-going where partnering equipment and room positioning are concernedCompact and attractiveExemplary standard of build and finishConsLack outright scale compared with similarly priced, but physically larger, rivalsNot as impressive as some alternatives where on-paper specification is concerned OM System PEN camera Read our full review ProsExcellent valueIn-body image stabilization and neat computational photography modesClassy designSplash-proof, as is the new kit lensConsBasic video featuresSome controls are fiddlyDesign less suitable for long lensesLower rated weather resistance than the OM-5 II Noble FoKus Artemis wireless headphones Read our full review ProsConjure up an impeccable sense of spaceBeautifully balanced, nuanced soundPremium design and feelUnique feature-set with personalised EQConsAverage ANC and looser fit allow quite a bit of sound inThe price is undoubtedly steepSpatial audio modes aren’t class-leading TCL QM7L TV Read our full review ProsVery good picture qualityGreat for gamers thanks to high refresh rate and AMD Freesync ProLots of value for those looking for premium-adjacent viewingConsGoogle Gemini is still a disappointmentLimited bassPicture lacks a little depth RunStar 8E SmartScan Pro smart scale Read our full review ProsQuick resultsMeasurements across five body zonesWell designed and engineeredEasy-to-use appConsTFT-LCD display feels cheapPretty basic appNo heart health tracking Focal Mu-so Hekla home theater system Read our full review ProsBig, detailed, full-range sound with an appreciable ‘spatial’ effectGreat control appImpressive build and finishConsOverplays its low-frequency hand on occasionCan't switch off spatial audio algorithms entirelyBetter Bluetooth compatibility would be nice LG Gram Pro 16 2-in-1 (16T90SP) Read our full review ProsUnder three pounds thanks to the use of a new type of materialImpressive performance considering the packageLong battery lifeHas some interesting LG specific appsConsSo expensiveComes with McAfeeUSB-C ports all on the same side Razer Blade 16 (2026) gaming laptop Read our full review ProsRTX 5090 delivers exceptional performanceStunningly clean aesthetic designImpressive battery life given the specCrisp, punchy, OLED displayConsNo Ethernet port on a gaming laptopVery high price Corsair Harpoon V2 Wireless Read our full review ProsErgonomic designFast, accurate sensorLong battery lifeVersatile connectivityConsToo small to be comfortable for larger-handed usersRemovable rear foot has a tendency to trap debris HP OmniBook X 14 AI PC Read our full review ProsThin and lightGreat performanceEasy keyboard to type onConsInconvenient portsDisplay can be a little reflectiveNot exactly cheap