Welcome to my website – your trusted source for honest, hands-on reviews of camping gear, tools, tech, and everyday essentials.

I’m Paul Howell, an outdoor enthusiast, gadget lover, and qualified carpenter with a passion for testing products in the real world. My mission is simple – to give you clear, no-nonsense reviews that help you make smarter buying decisions.

Whether I’m putting a new camping stove through its paces on a windy hillside, testing a coffee maker in the great outdoors, or trying out the latest tech and household gadgets, I focus on:

  • Honest opinions – No sponsorship bias, just my real thoughts.

  • Hands-on testing – I use the products in everyday scenarios.

  • Helpful insights – I highlight the good, the bad, and the surprising.

Why Trust My Reviews?

I believe a good review should be based on real experience, not just reading a spec sheet. That’s why I put every product to work – camping in the rain, cooking in the wind, or tackling real-life DIY challenges – so you know how it performs when it counts.

What I Review:

  • 🏕 Camping & Outdoor Gear – tents, sleeping bags, stoves, and accessories

  • 🔧 Tools & DIY Equipment – from hand tools to power tools

  • 📱 Tech & Gadgets – useful devices that make life easier

  • 🏡 Household Items – practical, everyday products worth your time

If you’re looking for real-world product reviews from someone who actually uses the gear, you’re in the right place.

A gray camping tent set up on a grassy backyard area with a patch of exposed dirt in the foreground. In the background, there are raised garden beds with plants, potted plants, and a wooden fence.
A portable coffee traveler mug, a glass jar with coffee grounds, and a cup of brewed coffee are arranged on a table. In the background, there is a sign with icons and text.
A man with a beard and glasses sitting in a vehicle, smiling and wearing a blue shirt and a seatbelt.

Paul lives, works and reviews in Cambridge, UK.