Best deals in the February sales revealed by Which?

Are you after a new laptop, television or fridge freezer? We’ve found some decent discounts on tech, home electricals and kitchen appliances for February.

This deals round-up only features products we've rigorously tested in our labs – we never recommend 'deals' on duds.  

Our tests are objective and reflect how things are used in real life, so you can trust the accuracy of our reviews: read them before you buy.

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Best washing machine deals

Samsung WW11BB504DAWS1

Freestanding

11kg cottons capacity

White

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This Samsung has an impressive 22 programs, including options for bedding, shirts, activewear, denim and baby clothing.

It also has a time-remaining display and comes with an accessory to help you measure out liquid detergent.

With SmartThings – Samsung’s name for its smart connectivity app – you can connect the machine to your Alexa or Google Assistant for remote control. The app also includes a laundry assistant and energy-management features.

For more offers, see our .

Best vacuum cleaner deals

Dyson Gen5detect

Cordless/bagless

0.9-litre dust capacity

Weighs 3.5kg

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The Gen5detect is a pricey but feature-packed cordless and bagless stick vacuum cleaner from Dyson.

It has an LCD display to show information such as dust pick-up, error messages and whether the filter needs to be cleaned

It comes with a detachable handheld unit and a host of nozzles and heads, including a motorised floor bar, an anti-tangle head for removing pet hair, a furniture and upholstery nozzle, and a crevice tool.

Read the full  to find out how it fared in our lab test.Buy from  for the reduced price of £668, or compare prices below:See more vacuum deals in our round-up of the 

Best TV deals

Samsung The Frame 2023 QE55LS03B

55-inch 4K TV

QLED screen

Supports HDR10, HLG HDR and HDR10+ formats 

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TVs in Samsung's The Frame range are popular thanks to a matt effect which makes the screen look more like a painting when it's displaying works of art.

The 4K and HD screen is sharp and well balanced, but could do with being brighter and more vibrant. 

The sound is good for the most part, with a decent amount of bass and clear sound at the top end, so dialogue and music carry well. However, we did notice the body of the TV rattling at times. 

Reis TV is worth the money. 

Best mobile phone deals

Samsung Galaxy A54 5G

Exynos 1380 chipset and support for wi-fi 6

6.4-inch AMOLED display

Three rear cameras

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This is a high-spec Samsung Galaxy phone from its A range in 2023, which is designed to combine performance with a more affordable price than its flagship phones.

Its display is a decent size, with a high 120Hz refresh rate to keep content refreshing quickly for smooth browsing.

The main camera has a high resolution, and IP67 certification means it should be dust-resistant and survive 30 minutes in 1-metre-deep water.

For more Android offers, see our .For Apple phones, see our  for expert picks and advice on how and when to buy.

Best laptop deals

Samsung Galaxy Book 2

256GB SSD

8GB Ram

15.5-inch screen

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The Samsung Galaxy Book 2 has a large, 15.5-inch Full HD display, 8GB of Ram, a 256GB solid-state drive and Dolby Atmos-branded sound.

Most laptops over 15 inches are best suited to home use, but the Galaxy Book 2 is slim (17.5mm) and light (1.54kg) enough to be taken out for the occasional jaunt or moved easily from room to room.

Find a laptop at the right price in our round-up of the .

Best tablet deals

Apple iPad Air 2022

10.9-inch screen

M1 processor and 8GB of Ram

2,360 x 1,640-pixel resolution

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This 2022 Apple iPad Air sits below the iPad Pro (2021) and just above the iPad Mini (2021) in terms of specs and price.

It has a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display, weighs less than 0.5kgand is 8.2mm thick.

This model has an M1 processor, 8GB Ram and 64GB storage (down to 50GB once you factor in the operating system).

Apple iPads aren't always known for their long battery life, but Apple says this model should last up to 10 hours. We scrutinised that and much more in our lab independent tests.

It's currently selling for £559 at , but compare this with prices at other retailers here.To browse other offers on tablets, see our .

Best headphone deals

JBL Tour Pro 2

Truly wireless in-ear headphones

Active noise cancelling

Display screen on charging case

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These headphones are the current flagship in-ear model from JBL.

Uniquely, the charging case has a display which has a number of uses.

The headphones support various voice assistants, including Alexa, and have a water resistance rating of IPX5 (this means they have a high level of protection from water, but can’t be fully submerged).

See our .

Best fridge freezer deals

Bosch KGN39VXBT

Freestanding

Frost-free freezer

Black steel

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This tall model includes a hanging bottle shelf, a salad box and a Vita-Fresh chiller compartment, which sits at around 1°C to provide a super-cooled home for foods such as fresh meat or fish.

Audible alarms will alert you if the doors are inadvertently left open, and its doors can open in either direction to help you fit this appliance into your kitchen layout.

Best broadband deal

Our pick: Hyperoptic 50Mbps Fibre

£26 a month

£19 upfront cost

Hyperoptic is a smaller broadband provider that offers fibre broadband in 64 towns and cities throughout the UK. It offers a great range of fibre broadband deals, promising to keep your tariff the same price for the full length of your contract  unlike many other providers. Check 

Best mattress deals

Sleepsoul Heaven mattress

DoublePocket sprungWe like:We don't like: If you're not a fan of foam mattresses, the pocket sprung construction of the Sleepsoul Heaven should appeal to you.It's made from a 21cm pocket sprung core and topped with multiple layers of foam, including a pillow top for that added touch of comfort, and layers of 'coolgel' foam. Despite the foam layers, it feels cool to lie on when you get into bed, so it's ideal for anyone who tends to overheat at night.See our pick of the .

February sale shopping tips 

Check the Which? website 

As well as telling you which products are best and which are lacking, we’ve also put together a list of the best and worst shops. 

We’ve quizzed thousands of Which? members on their experiences of shopping in some of the country’s best-known stores and websites, as well as with lesser-known brands. 

Watch out for sneaky tricks

Some retailers use underhand tactics to pressure you into making a purchase. 

These include anchor pricing (when products are on sale more often than they aren’t), pressure selling (‘30 people are viewing this right now!’) and dubious claims about the ‘before’ price of a product. 

Research customer reviews

It’s always a good idea to read reviews before you buy a product, but not all reviews are trustworthy. 

Some sellers incentivise people to post fake positive reviews to drown out genuine negative ones. If you’re in any doubt, check our expert guide on how to spot a fake review. 

Returning goods

The regulations give you a 14-day window to return a non-faulty product, which begins on the day you receive your goods. Many retailers will give you longer than this, but it's always best to check before you buy. 

source https://www.which.co.uk/news/article/best-february-deals-sales-which-aUlD68B5jt0S