As the traditional utility demands of households have changed to include broadband, the retail market has started to focus on hot deals for combined power and internet. So too has Canstar Blues’ expert consumer analysis. This is why we’re proud to announce our inaugural award for Most Satisfied Customers | Bundled Utilities, and the winner: … Continued
In life, sometimes you don’t want to be tied down. Instead of a long-term relationship, you want something more casual. And what’s true of the heart, also applies to broadband. Rather than committing to a 12- or 24-month broadband contract, sometimes you need a more short-term solution. If you fall into this category, and your … Continued
When it comes to where you live, location, location, location might well be a top concern. But storage, storage and self-storage is a close second. The immaculate pictures that accompany real estate listings, or those that grace glossy lifestyle magazines, all have one thing in common: no clutter! Most real family homes are stuffed full … Continued
Heat pumps aren’t just an option for keeping toes toasty in winter. As they offer the ability to cool air, as well as heat it, more people across the country are turning to heat pumps as their air conditioning solution for summer, too. But with so many models to choose from, picking the best heat … Continued
It’s no wonder Kiwis appreciate a good car. More than half of New Zealanders’ total travel time is spent driving. Our rates of car ownership continue to rise, with at least 70 light vehicles for every 100 New Zealanders. And, according to Canstar’s Blue’s latest research, over three-quarters of us (77%) drive ourselves to work … Continued
New Zealanders are among the biggest fans in the world of the delectable and lickable summer treat that is ice cream. Whether it’s dished up in a cone, scooped into a bowl or simply a sneaky stolen spoonful from the freezer, the dessert is hard to resist. While plenty of the frozen treat is demolished … Continued
Happy Birthday! Canstar Blue is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. To commemorate a decade of helping Kiwi consumers make informed choices, we’re revisiting our awards and recognising some of the outstanding brands that have dominated our Star Ratings. Over the past decade, the Canstar research team has awarded 430 Most Satisfied Customers accolades. These awards have … Continued
The new Xbox Series X and S consoles are in hot demand at the moment. Like Sony’s latest PS5, you’ll be hard-pressed to find one in the shops at the moment. Even pre-orders are being limited. But once supplies start to flow, if you’re a Spark customer on an eligible phone or broadband plan, there … Continued
A printer can be a handy component of your home office, whether you regularly print a plethora of pages, or simply require the occasional document. Depending on your printing propensity, the right printer can provide smooth operations. And, in the long term, be cheaper than using the services of a print shop. Printers come in … Continued
If you want to save money on your swimming pool power bill, check out our top tips: 1. Downsize your pool pump Pool filters are necessary, but they come at a cost. Plenty of pool owners assume having a big pool pump is essential to keeping their pool in top form, but that’s not quite … Continued