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MelodySusie Jewellery and Cosmetic Organiser
This is a really sturdy and handy acrylic organiser. You can use it to organise drawers, for makeup, for craft beads, for nail polish; the list is really only limited by the size of the compartments. Anything small enough to fit in there, can go in... +
This is a really sturdy and handy acrylic organiser. You can use it to organise drawers, for makeup, for craft beads, for nail polish; the list is really only limited by the size of the compartments. Anything small enough to fit in there, can go in there. Where it has a one up on similar products I've seen, is the thickness of the acrylic plastic. It really is much thicker than I've seen previously and basically impervious to harm from drops.
My only negative about this is I feel like the price point is a little high considering it's just one organiser.
But I will admit that the organiser is great quality and works great. It's perfect for storing awkwardly sized nail polishes and collections of samples. There are no sharp edges or peeling bits like with some cheaper models too.
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Pros
+ Quality is amazing.
+ Different sized compartments.
+ Can store many, many different types of things.
+ Extremely resistant to falls.
+ Very thick acrylic compared to cheaper models.
Cons
- Price point is a little high.
- Could be bigger.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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8Gtech Waterproof Wireless Bluetooth 4.0 Outdoor Speaker
This is a pretty good bluetooth speaker and one thing I definitely noticed is that it goes up pretty loud so it would be ideal for outdoor use or by the pool compared to some quieter speakers which are more suited to the bathroom or indoors only... +
This is a pretty good bluetooth speaker and one thing I definitely noticed is that it goes up pretty loud so it would be ideal for outdoor use or by the pool compared to some quieter speakers which are more suited to the bathroom or indoors only. It's IP66 grade waterproof, which means it can survive harsh jets of water, but do not submerge it. This is pretty common for these 'waterproof' speakers so be careful not to let it fall in the pool.
Other than that it's pretty durable and sturdy with a nice chunky design that holds up well against accidental drops and bumps. It comes with a carabiner to attach it to a backpack as well. The controls are pretty easy to figure out, but it actually works opposite of most speakers I've tested in that the + - will raise and lower the volume and long press is to skip forwards or backwards. I prefer this as I find myself wanting to adjust volume far more quickly than skipping.
Audio quality wise, this is a good one. I didn't have any crackling or static with mine and the audio was a good tone. I'm not snobby about my audio though, I'm happy as long as it's a good volume with no audible hisses, cracks or problems. You can also use this to answer your phone if a call comes through. Sadly, the call audio is not as nice, but it's on par with having your phone on speakerphone, so it's definitely at an acceptable level.
Overall, a sturdy, durable speaker with good audio that can be turned rather loud and would be great for poolside!
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Pros
+ IP66 waterproof protects against strong jets of water.
+ Sturdy and durable silicone casing.
+ Design is cool and sporty.
+ Easy to use.
+ Audio quality is good.
+ Ability to answer phonecalls with audio quality similar to speakerphone.
Cons
- Cannot be submerged in water.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Apalus Hair Straightener, Fiberglass Fabric Hair Straightener
I haven't really straightened my hair much since getting it cut short, but since I have naturally wavy hair I like having the option to straighten it for a different look. My hair is pretty thick, so I was really surprised at how well this... +
I haven't really straightened my hair much since getting it cut short, but since I have naturally wavy hair I like having the option to straighten it for a different look. My hair is pretty thick, so I was really surprised at how well this straightener functioned. It really did give me poker straight hair.
The back of the straightener does get a bit hot (as with straighteners I've used in the past), but they include a heat resistant glove, so you can wear that if you feel concerned. I also love, love, love that it comes with a heat resistant bag. I'm pretty paranoid about fires and it can sometimes be hard to find a surface to safely leave a straightener on while it cools, so I love being able to rest it on the bag. They also include two hair clips, which are a must for proper straightening if you have thick hair!
The cord is a good length and swivels really well too. I'd recommend reading the manual so you don't get confused by the 'lock' feature. Overall, just a really impressive straightener that has different levels of heat and a lot of cool accessories!
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Pros
+ Straightens hair beautifully.
+ Works with thick hair.
+ Has adjustable temps.
+ Has a lot of safety features.
+ Comes with heat resistant bag, glove and hair clips.
+ Cord is a good length and swivels easily.
Cons
- Back of straightener gets quite hot.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Yaluxe Vintage Style Oiled Leather Tote
This is just a really nice, classic, leather bag. Note that it is real leather, so definitely not one for those who won't wear animal products. It can be held regularly by the strap, or comfortably slung over your shoulder tote style. I'm plus size... +
This is just a really nice, classic, leather bag. Note that it is real leather, so definitely not one for those who won't wear animal products. It can be held regularly by the strap, or comfortably slung over your shoulder tote style. I'm plus size and this easily fit on my shoulder, which is great, because many bags I've tried don't fit comfortably. This one is suitable for all sizes.
There's a lot of storage space and sections to divide your stuff if you want more organisation and I love that they have a zipper section on the back, as I like having my money somewhere easily accessible. All the stitching was correct and flawless and the zips moved smoothly and didn't snag or get caught.
As noted in the product description, this is a natural leather and has some natural markings, that might differ slightly from the picture, but mostly it looks exactly as shown in the image. Despite the warning, I didn't find my bag had a particularly pungent or unpleasant leather smell and didn't have to air it out, so I'm quite pleased with that.
The 'Coffee Black' colour looks black, but with a deep brown undertone that shows up really nicely in brighter lighting.
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Pros
+ Real leather (can be a pro or con depending on the person)
+ Can be worn comfortably on the shoulder by people of any size.
+ Lots of room inside to hold a lot of stuff.
+ Compartments inside to help organise.
+ Zipper pocket on back.
+ Classic, stylish design.
Cons
- Real leather (can be a pro or con depending on the person)
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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STAR WARS E7 Lead Hero Battler Tan Figure Finn Jakku
At this stage, if you're a Star Wars fan, you've definitely seen The Force Awakens, so you already know that Finn is pretty awesome, but is this figure as awesome as the real thing? (Impossible!) Well, it really depends on how much you pay for it. I... +
At this stage, if you're a Star Wars fan, you've definitely seen The Force Awakens, so you already know that Finn is pretty awesome, but is this figure as awesome as the real thing? (Impossible!) Well, it really depends on how much you pay for it. I got this on a megadeal for $3, but I'd say anywhere up to $15 is a fair price as quality-wise it's on par with most Funko Pop figurines (average) and size wise it's much bigger!
Size is really the key point of this figure, I wasn't expecting a figure this big for the price I paid and was really pleased as he towers over my other budget figures. Detail-wise, well the paint job certainly isn't perfect and there's room for improvement, but it's also not abysmal. From a distance he looks perfectly, and frankly they got the resemblance down part, though the expression is a little blank.
Some of the best detailing is, weirdly, on his t-shirt, which has a lovely texture. There are a couple of spots missing paint or clunky detailing, but for a lower price it's pretty darn good. He does, sadly, have a tendency to overbalance and his gun can fall out of his hands if you're moving him around a lot. I'm happy with this figure for the size and price, but I'll definitely try doing some paint touch-ups on him.
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Pros
+ Great resemblance (looks just like Finn)
+ Gun can be held in both hands.
+ Arms can be moved up and back.
+ Great size!
+ Detailing on t-shirt looks great and hair is pretty good.
+ Quality on par with other budget figures.
+ Comes with firearm.
+ Head can be turned side to side.
Cons
- Legs can be moved a little but not a lot.
- Expression a little blank.
- Tendency to overbalance.
- Paint job has room for improvement.
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Poweradd 20000mAh Portable Charger External Battery Power Bank with Auto Detect Tech for Smartphones and Tablets - Black and Red
As power banks go, 20,000mAh is a pretty massive amount of charge to hold. Most power banks I’ve used hold between 3000 and 10,000, so having one that is almost double the size of similar power banks I’ve used is both useful and impressive. This... +
As power banks go, 20,000mAh is a pretty massive amount of charge to hold. Most power banks I’ve used hold between 3000 and 10,000, so having one that is almost double the size of similar power banks I’ve used is both useful and impressive. This portable charger from Poweradd also has a built-in flashlight which is strong for it's size, and does a good job in very low-light conditions.
There are two charging ports you can use and both offer very impressive charging speeds. The one flaw I think I would have to point out in this design is the fact that the LED indicators for the remaining power are very dim and hard to make out. Other than that, I liked the overall aesthetic design of this device. It’s rounded and smooth, mostly black with a little bit of red. It’s not too heavy, though it’s probably too large to slip easily into your pocket.
It's not as fancy as some power banks with extreme coatings or designs, but for this price point I really can't fault it. It charges consistently well and holds a huge amount of power. If you need a power bank at home or on the go, I was very happy with this one from Poweradd. It does all the basics as I would expect, it has a huge capacity, and I’m personally a fan of its design.
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Pros
+ Very fast to charge
+ Flashlight built-in
+ Can charge two devices at once
+ VERY large capacity, enough to charge Samsung Galaxy S5 6 or 7 times
Cons
- LED lights are dim and hard to make out
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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KIWISWEET Irregular Mini Blackboard Stands
I was really torn between rating these 3 or 4, so in the end I decided on 3.5. These are very cute and small and have a surprising variety of uses, from weddings to bake sales and many more. However, if you're a stickler for details, I definitely... +
I was really torn between rating these 3 or 4, so in the end I decided on 3.5.
These are very cute and small and have a surprising variety of uses, from weddings to bake sales and many more. However, if you're a stickler for details, I definitely wouldn't recommend them. From a distance they look great and will impress, but up close, you can really see the quality is on the lower end.
Several of my boards came with visible scratches on the paint and the wood itself. The wood is very flimsy and lightweight and won't last through a lot of use, especially if it's being used outdoors or being rewritten a lot. The wood is unsanded and very grainy and splintery, so be careful not to get a splinter. There was also some patches of missing chalkboard paint (small dots were the wood can be seen through, which again, might not bother some people, but if you're a detail person it's something to keep in mind.
I'm torn, because they do look cute, but I just wish the quality was a little higher and that the chalk was included.
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Pros
+ Cute from a distance.
+ Variety of uses.
+ Come individually wrapped.
Cons
- Quality issues - Poorly finished wood, splintering/peeling, scratches and lightly applied paint.
- Not being weighted means they are easy to knock over.
- Chalk not inlcuded.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Showfay Christmas Bowknot Christmas Wreath Earrings
These earrings came exactly as pictured, but I do like them a lot better on than I did in the picture and think the size and shape fits really well with my ears! I have rather small 'attached' earlobes, so these hang off them mostly, a little bit... +
These earrings came exactly as pictured, but I do like them a lot better on than I did in the picture and think the size and shape fits really well with my ears! I have rather small 'attached' earlobes, so these hang off them mostly, a little bit like hoops, but if you have larger earlobes they will look more stud like.
They do come with 'plastic' safety backs, but I took mine off as I prefer an earring without. My earring posts were slightly bent when they arrived (hence the removal of a star), but it was a very little bend that could have happened in transit and they were simple and easy to straighten.
The crystals are super, super sparkly and whenever you turn your head or the light hits them they sparkle beautifully. I didn't have any problems with pain, sensitivity or my ears turning a funny color, so I'm happy with the quality too. I can't wait to wear these at christmas. They're very sweet and sparkly and I'll definitely be wearing them again.
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Pros
+ Comes with removeable plastic safety discs.
+ Exactly as pictured.
+ Good quality.
+ Extremely sparkly and cute.
+ Colours work well together.
+ Great for christmas.
+ Didn't turn my ears green.
Cons
- Stem was slightly bent on arrival.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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SoundSOUL Bluetooth Dancing Water Speakers
These speakers are such a neat idea that it's actually a shame the water jets only work well under certain circumstances. The water jets are timed to the bass of the song, so if you're playing music that doesn't have a loud bass, you're not going to... +
These speakers are such a neat idea that it's actually a shame the water jets only work well under certain circumstances. The water jets are timed to the bass of the song, so if you're playing music that doesn't have a loud bass, you're not going to see much movement at all. Unfortunately, the jets aren't very strong or high unless you play the speakers at an extremely loud volume. I tend to listen to my music a little quieter and definitely found that playing it high enough to get a good 'shot' of water was painful on the ears.
I didn't notice any tinny sounds or feedback problems during my testing (tested mainly with phone) and found the audio quality to be pretty reasonable for this price point, but it just has to be too loud for the jets to do their thing. When it was loud enough and with a sufficient amount of base, the water was super cool looking and really fun. I think these would be a good set of speakers for a party or someone who likes to play loud dance music (like my upstairs neighbour), but wouldn't recommend them for others due to the above mentioned issues.
They seem pretty durable and the cord length is reasonable, though it could be a little longer for computer use. I was surprised at just how little water they use, but it really does look cool when you get a big stream to shoot up.
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Pros
+ Looks very cool when it works.
+ Audio quality is good for this price point.
+ Works well with phone (though you need an external power source such as a portable battery).
+ No tinny sound or feedback for me.
+ LED lights are pretty.
+ Looks cool working in time with the bass.
Cons
- Speakers need to be painfully loud to get a good water show.
- Only works well with bass heavy songs such as dance music.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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Goobee Hero 4 PACK Satin CAPE & MASK SETS For Girls
These are so cute! If you're a big comic book nerd, then you'll know that many of the popular male heroes have female counterparts and while they rarely (if ever) dress in a pink version of the costume, these capes are great for girls (or even boys)... +
These are so cute! If you're a big comic book nerd, then you'll know that many of the popular male heroes have female counterparts and while they rarely (if ever) dress in a pink version of the costume, these capes are great for girls (or even boys) who love heroes, but just want everything to be a little more sparkly! They also have a 'boys' version that has the more authentic male hero designs.
I love that this is velcro at the neck, as it means I don't need to worry about it becoming a choking hazard or getting stuck on something and being difficult to get untied.
My favourite are the Wonder Woman inspired one and the pink sparkly Supergirl as I feel the colours on those are lovely and bright and really pack a punch. I also love that they have different colours on each side, which really adds to the Cape design.
Unfortunately I did find a few loose threads on mine, it wasn't a big problem as I just trimmed them short, but it would be nice to see them finished properly with those threads not being an issue in the future.
The felt masks are actually very high quality and don't really look like felt at all! The elastic is a good size and will fit most kids easily. These would go down great at any kid's party, or just as a cute gift for any superhero fan!
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Pros:
+ Super cute designs.
+ Bright punchy colours.
+ Different colours on the inside and outside.
+ Velcro closure is safer and easy for children to use.
+ Felt masks are very detailed and look great.
Cons:
- Some unfinished threads that had to be trimmed.
- Satin can snag easily.
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Note: I received this product at a discounted rate in exchange for an unbiased, honest review as provided here. As a consumer advocate, I believe in providing quality and honest feedback and receiving a product at a discounted rate will never affect my opinions.
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