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Garden & Patio

A robot mower that handles slopes? The best companion for your gas barbecue? We test 60 products for your garden and patio.

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Garden and patio covers the outdoor structural kit — barbecues, garden furniture, robot mowers, hedge trimmers, play equipment, and accessories like compost bins and greenhouses. We test over a full British season from April frost to October rain, and replicate typical UK garden layouts (small, sloping, often clay soil). For barbecues we verify heat consistency across the full grill surface, not just the centre. For robot mowers we test on lawns with realistic obstacles: cables, molehills, garden furniture. Durability under rain and UV is heavily weighted — a £600 lounge set that fades in two summers ranks below a £300 one that lasts five.

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Barbecues & Outdoor Kitchens22Play Equipment & Outdoor Games22Outdoor Furniture14Garden & Accessories11Garden Machinery10Doors & Windows10
Exit Toys Silhouette Trampoline 183cm

Best Oval Trampoline 2026

Winner: Exit Toys Silhouette Trampoline 183cm

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Mountfield 1328H With Cutter Deck

Best Riders 2026

Winner: Mountfield 1328H With Cutter Deck

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Intex Krystal Clear Saltwater System 26664

Best Saltwater Chlorinator 2026

Winner: Intex Krystal Clear Saltwater System 26664

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Crystal Crystal uPVC Double Glazed 905x1040mm Side-Hung Window

Best Side Hung Window 2026

Winner: Crystal Crystal uPVC Double Glazed 905x1040mm Side-Hung Window

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Canadian Spa Co Swim Spa St Lawrence 20' Dual Temperature

Best Swimspa 2026

Winner: Canadian Spa Co Swim Spa St Lawrence 20' Dual Temperature

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Ekena Millwork Lifetime Vinyl Standard Cathedral Top Center Shutters 12 W x 36 H Black PVC Window Shutter Height 104.1cm

Best Window Shutter 2026

Winner: Ekena Millwork Lifetime Vinyl Standard Cathedral Top Center Shutters 12 W x 36 H Black PVC Window Shutter Height 104.1cm

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Kamado Joe JoeTisserie Basket Kit Attachment for Classic Joe and Big Joe

Best BBQ Rotisserie Basket 2026

Winner: Kamado Joe JoeTisserie Basket Kit Attachment for Classic Joe and Big Joe

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Husqvarna MINI Pixel H38 3/8" 4.5mm

Best Chainsaw File Guides 2026

Winner: Husqvarna MINI Pixel H38 3/8" 4.5mm

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vidaXL Roller Shutter Aluminium 140x150 cm White

Best Roller Shutter 2026

Winner: vidaXL Roller Shutter Aluminium 140x150 cm White

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Frequently asked questions about garden & patio

Gas or charcoal barbecue for UK weather?+
Gas wins on reliability and ease — you can get cooking in 10 minutes even in a drizzle. Charcoal delivers better flavour but needs 30–40 minutes to heat up and is harder in wet weather. Most UK owners end up preferring gas for weeknight grilling.
Does my lawn size affect which robot mower I buy?+
Yes, significantly. Small urban lawns under 200m² need the compact models (~£400). Up to 800m² covers mid-range (£600–£1000). Over 1000m² or sloping lawns need GPS-mapped flagship models with higher battery capacity (£1200+).
How do I winter-proof outdoor furniture?+
Clean, dry thoroughly, and cover or store. Teak can stay uncovered (it silvers gracefully). Aluminium survives exposure but looks better covered. Rattan — even 'all-weather' synthetic — lasts twice as long stored in a shed or garage between seasons.
Are greenhouse kits worth it versus a proper build?+
For small spaces (6x4 to 8x6), aluminium kits from £300–£600 deliver 80% of the function at 30% of the price. For anything larger or for year-round growing, a custom-built frame with double-glazed polycarbonate is the long-term value choice.