Catherine Hayes

Senior Editor, Home & Appliances

Catherine has tested home appliances and kitchen technology for more than fifteen years, with a particular focus on energy efficiency, repairability, and how products perform after the warranty period. Before joining The Consumer's Guide she ran the appliances desk at a UK home magazine, where she built the lab protocols still used to evaluate dishwashers and washing machines. Her reviews are known for digging into manufacturer service records, motor lifespans, and total cost of ownership over a five-year horizon — not just out-of-box performance.