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Image of Nestling 304 Folding Firepit Net, Stainless Steel Mesh Review

Nestling 304 Folding Firepit Net, Stainless Steel Mesh Review

This perennial design is excellent value and highly portable, and available from many Chinese manufacturers, but you get what you pay for - we're concerned about both durability and stability.

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Waterproof Bluetooth speakers for campervans and motorhomes

Transform your campervan into a concert hall with expert gear-guru Jacob Rose. Discover the ultimate waterproof Bluetooth speakers for outdoor living -- JBL Flip 6, Anker Soundcore or Sonos Roam? Find out who wins the battle of the decibels.

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Best Portable Power Stations for Camping (under £1,000)

Unleash Your Camping Experience with the Ultimate Portable Power Station. From charging your gadgets to powering your adventures, we've found the top contenders under £1,000. Discover the electrifying showdown and the winning choice that will keep you connected in the great outdoors.

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Best Solar Chargers for Wild Camping and time Off-Grid

Unleash the power of the sun and keep your gadgets alive on your wild camping adventures with these incredible solar chargers. Discover the ultimate champion - Jackery SolarSaga 100W Portable Solar Panel - with high conversion efficiency and a foldable design. Don't miss out on the electrifying showdown that will change your off-grid game.

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Image of Jumper Windows 11 EZbook S5 Laptop 14 inch  - Intel Celeron J4105 Review

Jumper Windows 11 EZbook S5 Laptop 14 inch - Intel Celeron J4105 Review

Presentable, functional, everyday laptop with a UK keyboard and the latest Windows OS. Jumper may not have brand recognition, but this is a good value product at the lower end of the market.

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Jackery Portable Power Station Explorer 240 Review

Jackery's entry-level Explorer 240 Portable Power Station is your ideal power supply source for small appliances

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Best Camping Chairs for the larger Camper

Join seasoned gearguru Jacob Rose as he dives into a face-off between the top colossal camping chairs. Uncover which lavish lounger triumphs for the larger camper. Don't miss out, it's a sit-down showdown you won't forget.

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ASUS Chromebook 14 CX1400CMA Review

Basic, but very secure and very unlikely to go wrong or get infected. If you use the Google infrastructure this is the perfect low-risk laptop for email, web browsing and more.

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Image of GeoBook 2E 12.5-inch Laptop Windows 10 Intel Celeron 4GB RAM AC 64GB Review

GeoBook 2E 12.5-inch Laptop Windows 10 Intel Celeron 4GB RAM AC 64GB Review

Cheap doesn't have to mean 'landfill' - this laptop might be pocket-money pricing, but it's perfect for permanently leaving in your vehicle without the worry!

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Jackery Explorer 1000 PRO, 1002Wh Portable Power Station Review

Heavy in weight and wallet-damaging, but if you are a professional that needs to charge or run a lot of equipment, we have to recommend this.

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Best Portable Second Monitors for PC, MAC & more

Boost Your Productivity with the Perfect Portable Monitor. Jacob Rose, the tech guru, reviews the ASUS ZenScreen, LG Electronics, and ARZOPA portable monitors. Get ready for stunning visuals, wide compatibility, and ultra-slim designs that will take your work or play to the next level. Find out which one we recommend for ultimate convenience.

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How Much Does it Cost to Live in a Campervan for a Month in the UK?

Ready for a change? Learn about the vanlife reality, beyond the Instagram sunsets, as we explore the unpredictable costs and surprising challenges of campervan living in the UK. It's time to navigate the open road.

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Image of G-Anica 10.1 Inch Windows 10 Laptop Review

G-Anica 10.1 Inch Windows 10 Laptop Review

Old fashioned feeling in every way. £200 for a Netbook from 2012 won't persuade many, but the colours will appeal to some.

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Image of Milestone Camping 88070 Inflatable Pillow with Flocked Surface Review

Milestone Camping 88070 Inflatable Pillow with Flocked Surface Review

Superbly cheap and deflates extremely small for pack storage, however comfort is only so-so.

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SinKeu Portable Power Station 100W 27000mAh/99Wh Review

Good value light duty power supply that will suit many as an emergency power supply, but reliability problems remain.

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Image of Alkamto Travel Pillow - Orthopedic Neck Support Memory Foam Pillow Review

Alkamto Travel Pillow - Orthopedic Neck Support Memory Foam Pillow Review

Well made and comfortable, squashes down very small - much softer and more supportive than inflatable equivalents, but pricey for full size.

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Jackery DC Extension Cable for Solar Panel 5 Metres Review

Built to last, and gives you a lot more freedom to place your solar panels away from the shadows of vehicles.

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BigBlue 3 USB Ports 28W Foldable Solar Charger Review

Perhaps a bit large to be truly convenient, but good value and will get your phone, or other equipment back to life in a stitch.

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Sonos Roam Review

Great design, great colours, excellent quality and all of the important features, but the value for money is questionable - similar sound can be achieved for under half this price.

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SGIN 15.6 Inch Laptop Windows 11 Review

Don't let the ever-present price cuts fool you - this is a cheap laptop at a cheap price, but it's screen size will redeem it for some.

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JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker Review

Great sound, durable, great battery life and not too large - a quality item and the one to beat.

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