Articles by: Alex Cox

Alex is an experienced copywriter, reviewer, and sub-editor with almost 25 years' experience in the consumer publishing industry. Creating reviews for Top Ten Reviews covering all kinds of at-home subject areas, he writes about everything from gas grills to fire pits. Alex also writes for our sister sites including TechRadar and T3.

Best fire pits 2023: Enjoy your back yard, whatever the weather

By Alex Cox published 12 January 23

BUYING GUIDE From modern stainless steel pieces to classic wood burners, these are the best fire pits to extend your living room into your back yard.

Solo Stove Yukon review

By Alex Cox published 25 April 22

REVIEW Is the Solo Stove Yukon Fire Pit style over substance, or will this model be worth the investment for your outdoor spaces? Let’s see how things stacked up.

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Avenlur 42000 BTU Pyramid Patio Heater review

By Alex Cox last updated 3 November 22

REVIEW The stylish Avenlur 42000 patio heater is easily wheelable and available in four different finishes to create an atmosphere in any outdoor space.

Best fitness trackers 2022: Three woman, including a wheelchair user, track their upper body strength training with the Fitbit Luxe

Best fitness trackers 2022: Top activity bands and fitness watches

By Claire Davies, Alex Cox last updated 18 January 22

Buying Guide This year’s best fitness trackers for monitoring exercise, sleep and general wellness, including sports watches from Apple and Fitbit.

Tiki Brand Fire Pit review

By Alex Cox published 6 July 21

REVIEW The Tiki Brand Fire Pit promises wood burning in style, without the smoke. Is it your next patio staple? Let's find out...

Bali Outdoors Wood Burning Fire Pit review

By Alex Cox published 6 July 21

REVIEW The Bali Outdoors Wood Burning Fire Pit helps you cook up a relaxing fire and some tasty treats, but is it versatile enough for the money?

Outland Living Mega Fire Pit review

By Alex Cox published 6 July 21

REVIEW The Outland Living Mega Fire Pit is big, hot, and powered by propane. It sure looks the part, but is it all style no substance?

Amazon Basics 26" Geometric Square Fire Pit review

By Alex Cox published 6 July 21

REVIEW On a budget? The Amazon Basics 26" Geometric Square Fire Pit is worth a look, but don't expect any smoke reduction tech.

Dr Infrared Heater DR-338 Carbon Heater review

By Alex Cox last updated 21 May 21

REVIEW On or off the patio, the Dr Infrared Heater DR-338 can provide safe heat, wherever that warmth is needed the most.

Hampton Bay 48000 BTU Stainless Steel Patio Heater review

By Alex Cox last updated 21 May 21

REVIEW The Hampton Bay 48000 is a simple stainless steel heater with seriously sweltering heat output, perfect for a patio party, but it has a few drawbacks. Here’s what you need to know…

Royal Gourmet GD401 4-Burner Folding Gas Grill and Griddle review

By Alex Cox last updated 20 July 21

REVIEW The Royal Gourmet GD401 is a semi-portable propane grill built to be flexible, offering both a decent-sized griddle and a traditional grill - but it's not perfect for every situation

Cuisinart CGWM-056 30-Inch 360° XL Griddle review

By Alex Cox published 12 April 21

REVIEW In theory the Cuisinart CGWM-056 30-Inch 360° XL Griddle is great for breakfasts, flat-surface grilling and more, but is it simply too large to function?

Monument Grills 77352 6 Burner Propane Gas Grill review

By Alex Cox published 9 April 21

REVIEW Bursting with features, the Monument Grills 77352 packs in plenty of cooking space for a great price. Can it really hold up to its promise?

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