Here are Appliance Retailer’s picks for the best new and newish appliances for October 2014:
Sunbeam Simply Stylish Breakfast Set
Available in red and black, Sunbeam’s new breakfast ranges comprise a Short Pot kettle (KE4520, RRP $74.95) and a 2-slice Long Slot toaster (TA4520, RRP $49.95), pictured, as well as a 4-slice toaster and a larger kettle.
Dyson Cool range
The new Cool range of Dyson bladeless fans comprises of table, tower and pedestal models. The introduction of a Helmholtz Cavity makes these fans much quieter than previous units (AM06/07/08, RRP $449/$649/$649).
Panasonic Steam Combination Microwave Oven
In addition to steam cooking in a benchtop appliance, this microwave also offers convection, grilling and defrosting. An inbuilt intelligent sensor takes the guesswork out of steaming and microwaving to make this oven user-friendly (NN-CS894S, RRP $1,209).
De’Longhi Dedica Manual Coffee Machine
Only 15 centimetres wide and available in red, black and stainless steel, the new Dedica manual machines takes freshly ground beans or, for added convenience, ESE pods to help develop skills (EC680R, RRP $349).
Electrolux Masterpiece Food Processor
The powerful induction motors on this food processor gives it superior strength and stamina while offering a quieter sound level during use (EFP9804S, RRP $599).
Kenwood Chef Sense
“Baking enthusiasts looking for professional results can now further enhance their cooking experience with this kitchen machine, the most intuitively designed machine within its range,” said Filiz Bensan from Kenwood (KVC5020T, RRP $699).
Sharp Midsize Stainless Steel Microwave
This new microwave has 900 watts of power, 8 auto menus, weight defrost function, 2-stage cooking sequence and a 30-second quick start function (R32BST, RRP $199).
LG CordZero 2in1
The Dual PowerPack in LG’s new hybrid stick/hand vac provides a running time of up to 60 minutes in regular mode and up to 40 minutes in power mode.
Fujitsu General Designer Range Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner
This solution to the summer swelter has a human sensor control to maximise efficiency and a wireless controller, plus it can be used all year round for ultimate convenience (ASTG09KUCA, RRP $1,529).
Everdure e churrasco Charcoal BBQ
Ready to start in just 15 minutes, this quick start charcoal barbecue brings the flavour and passion of South American cooking to Australian homes (RRP $299).