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Rechargeable under cabinet lights have three spots in the Amazon UK Lighting top 30 this morning: Gritin at #3, JEKEMORYE at #7 and a 5 pack at #29. With darker mornings and evenings, they are a quick way to light a worktop, wardrobe or stairs without an electrician.

The short answer: these lights stick on with a magnet and a metal plate, charge by USB C and switch on by motion sensor or stay on. Pick a longer bar with more LEDs for a kitchen worktop, and short bars in a multipack for wardrobes, cupboards and landings. Choose a model with warm white if you want a softer look in the evening.

Last updated: 2 November 2026

On the Amazon UK Lighting chart today: Gritin Under Cabinet Kitchen Lights 2 pack at #3, JEKEMORYE Under Cabinet Kitchen Lights at #7, and a 5 pack of rechargeable under cabinet lights at #29. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Longer bars for kitchen worktops

• Gritin under cabinet kitchen lights, rechargeable 2 pack, listed with 84 LEDs, warm, mixed and cool white, five brightness levels, an 1800 mAh battery and night and daytime sensing modes
• Gritin under cabinet kitchen lights with torch, 32.3 cm, 2 pack, listed with 96 LEDs, five colour temperatures, a 2200 mAh battery and a torch at one end for power cuts
• JEKEMORYE under cabinet kitchen lights, listed with 54 LEDs, an 1100 mAh battery, a motion sensor that switches off after 25 seconds, and magnet or tape fixing

Multipacks for wardrobes, cupboards and stairs

• Rechargeable under cabinet light, 5 pack, listed with 42 LEDs each, three brightness levels, a 1000 mAh battery and magnet fixing
• EZVALO 8 inch under cabinet lights, 3 pack, listed with 30 LEDs, three colour temperatures, dimming and a 700 mAh battery, fixed with a magnetic strip
• Rechargeable under cabinet lights search on amazon.co.uk for other lengths and pack sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as lengths and pack sizes sit under separate listings.

Which one for which space?

• Kitchen worktop under wall units: a longer bar with a high LED count and three colour temperatures
• Wardrobes and cupboards: short motion sensor bars that switch off on their own
• Stairs and landings at night: a sensor bar on night mode, set to warm white so it is not glaring
• Power cut kit: a light with a built in torch, kept charged

Fitting and charging tips

1. Measure the underside of the cabinet before you buy and leave space at one end to slide the light off for charging
2. Clean the surface and let it dry before sticking the metal plate
3. Fit the light near the front edge of the cabinet so it lights the worktop, not the wall
4. Battery life on the listings depends on the mode; always on drains it in hours, sensor mode lasts days or weeks
5. Charge with the cable supplied and a standard USB plug, and do not leave lights charging unattended for long periods

Need light on the move too? See our rechargeable torch and head torch guide.

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Command picture hanging strips have three spots in the Amazon UK DIY and Tools top 30 this morning: the 16 pair mixed pack at #9, the 12 pair large pack at #15 and the 14 pair large pack at #26, with pickpiff self adhesive hooks at #10. With frames, mirrors and Christmas decorations going up, which strips and hooks do you need?

The short answer: Command picture strips come in pairs that lock together, and the size and number of pairs set how heavy a frame you can hang. The listings say 2 pairs of medium strips hold a frame up to 2.5 kg and 4 pairs of large strips hold up to 7 kg. For coats, towels and utensils, use hooks, not picture strips.

Last updated: 2 November 2026

On the Amazon UK DIY and Tools chart today: Command picture hanging strips at #9, #15 and #26, and pickpiff self adhesive hooks at #10. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Picture hanging strips

• Command picture hanging strips, mixed pack, 16 pairs, listed with 8 pairs of medium and 8 pairs of large strips, a good starter pack if you have frames of different sizes
• Command picture hanging strips, medium, 12 pairs, listed as holding a frame up to 2.5 kg and 30 by 45 cm with 2 pairs, or up to 5 kg and 45 by 60 cm with 4 pairs
• Command picture hanging strips, large, 12 pairs, listed as holding a frame up to 3.5 kg and 45 by 60 cm with 2 pairs, or up to 7 kg and 60 by 90 cm with 4 pairs
• Command picture hanging strips, large, 14 pairs, the same large strips in a bigger pack

Adhesive hooks

• Command small wire hooks, 9 hooks and 12 strips, listed as holding 225 g each, for utensils, keys and small decorations
• Command medium hooks, clear, 2 hooks and 4 strips, listed as holding 900 g, for towels, jewellery and jackets, and not for picture frames
• pickpiff self adhesive hooks, 4 pack, listed as double hooks holding up to 6 kg, in stainless steel for bathrooms, with a 24 hour wait before use
• Command picture hanging strips search on amazon.co.uk for small, narrow and extra large sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as pack sizes and colours sit under separate listings.

Which strips for which job?

• Small photo frames and light signs: medium strips, 2 pairs per frame
• Larger frames, canvases and small mirrors: large strips, 4 pairs per frame, within the weight on the listing
• A gallery wall of mixed sizes: the 16 pair mixed pack
• Towels, dressing gowns and coats: hooks, not picture strips
• Fairy lights and garlands: see our Command decoration clips guide

Getting them to stick

1. Weigh the frame first with kitchen or bathroom scales and stay inside the weight on the listing
2. Use them on smooth indoor surfaces such as painted walls, tiles, glass and finished wood, as the listings recommend
3. Avoid unpainted paper and vinyl wallpaper, which the Command hook listing says are not suitable
4. Follow the instructions in the pack on cleaning the wall, pressing the strips and any waiting time before hanging
5. To remove, pull the tab slowly straight down towards the floor, as the listing describes, never towards you

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The Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K (newest gen) is in two Amazon UK top 30s this morning: #20 in DIY and Tools and #24 in Electronics, with the new Ring Chime at #30 in DIY. With dark evenings, more parcels and Christmas deliveries on the way, which Ring doorbell suits your front door?

The short answer: if there are no doorbell wires at your door, pick a battery model. The Battery Video Doorbell 2K is the simple choice, the 2K Plus adds a removable battery pack you can swap out to charge, and the 4K Pro is the top of the range. If you already have a wired doorbell, the Wired 2K gives you constant power. Add a Chime if you want to hear the doorbell around the house without your phone.

Last updated: 2 November 2026

On the Amazon UK charts today: Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K at #20 in DIY and Tools and #24 in Electronics, and Ring Chime (newest gen) at #30 in DIY and Tools. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Battery video doorbells (no wiring needed)

• Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K (newest gen), listed with Retinal 2K video, up to 6x zoom, colour night vision in low light, two way talk and a built in battery you recharge by USB C after taking the doorbell off the wall
• Ring Battery Video Doorbell 2K Plus (newest gen), listed with Retinal 2K, 6x zoom, Low Light Sight and a Quick Release Battery Pack you remove to recharge
• Ring Battery Video Doorbell 4K Pro (newest gen), listed with Retinal 4K, up to 10x zoom, radar powered 3D Motion Detection and a Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack

Wired video doorbell (existing doorbell wiring)

• Ring Wired Video Doorbell 2K (newest gen), listed with Retinal 2K, up to 6x zoom and power from your home’s existing doorbell supply

Chimes to hear it around the house

• Ring Chime (newest gen), listed as plugging into a standard socket, with a louder speaker, custom tones, volume and snooze settings
• Ring Chime Plus (newest model), listed with a built in night light, a custom tone for each Ring device and schedules for alerts and the light
• Ring doorbell and chime bundles on amazon.co.uk if you want both in one box

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as colours, bundles and generations sit under separate listings.

Which one for your door?

• Rented flat or no doorbell wires: Battery Video Doorbell 2K, which needs no wiring
• Busy front door with lots of deliveries: 2K Plus, so you can pull the battery pack out to charge it
• Want the sharpest picture and the most zoom: 4K Pro
• Existing wired doorbell and transformer: Wired 2K, so you never need to recharge
• Thick walls, an upstairs office or a garden room: add a Chime in the room you use most

Before you buy

1. Check your wifi signal at the front door with your phone; a weak signal is the most common setup problem
2. Look at the Ring Subscription Plan details on the listing: each doorbell comes with a 30 day free trial, and saved video and some alerts need the plan, which is sold separately
3. Set Privacy Zones so the camera does not record the street or a neighbour’s door or garden
4. If you rent, ask your landlord before drilling into the door frame

Lighting the path as well? See our solar motion security lights guide.

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Two 4 gang extension leads are in the Amazon UK top 30 this morning: DESIRETECH at #7 in DIY and Tools and STATUS at #21 in Electronics. With Christmas lights, trees and longer evenings at the desk ahead, which extension lead do you actually need?

The short answer: a plain 4 gang lead with a 2 metre cable covers most rooms. Pick a surge protected lead for a TV, computer or games console, individual switches if you want to turn things off at the strip, and a cable reel for longer runs in the garage. Every UK lead is still limited to 13 amps through one wall socket, so more sockets do not mean more power.

Last updated: 30 October 2026

On the Amazon UK charts today: DESIRETECH 4 gang 2 metre extension lead at #7 in DIY and Tools, and STATUS 4 way 1 metre extension lead at #21 in Electronics. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Standard 4 gang leads

• DESIRETECH 4 gang extension lead, 2 m, listed as made to BS 1363 with safety shutters, a 13 amp fuse and hanger holes for wall mounting
• STATUS 4 way extension lead, 1 m, listed with a short 1 metre cable and a 13 amp, 3120 W total rating

Surge protected and switched

• Masterplug four socket surge protected lead, 2 m, listed with power and surge LEDs, shuttered sockets and a connected equipment warranty
• Masterplug four socket lead with individual switches, 2 m, listed with shuttered sockets, a power LED and wall mounting
• Belkin 6 way surge protection strip, 2 m, listed with surge protection up to 650 joules and a connected equipment warranty

Longer reach: a cable reel

• Masterplug four socket 10 m cassette reel, listed as 10 amp with a thermal cut out and four shuttered sockets, for indoor tools and lighting
• Extension lead search on amazon.co.uk for other lengths and USB versions

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as cable lengths and colours sit under separate listings.

Which one for which job?

• Bedside or desk chargers and a lamp: a 1 metre 4 gang lead
• TV, router and games console: a surge protected lead
• Christmas tree lights and a few decorations: a 2 metre 4 gang lead, kept where it will not be tripped over
• Garage, loft or shed jobs: a cable reel, fully unwound before use

Safety basics

1. Keep the total load under 13 amps; do not run a heater, kettle or iron on the same lead as other high power appliances
2. Never plug one extension lead into another
3. Unwind cable reels fully, as a wound reel can overheat under load
4. Indoor leads stay indoors; use leads made for outdoor use outside
5. Replace any lead with a cracked case, scorch marks or a damaged cable; Electrical Safety First, the UK charity, has more guidance at electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk

Charging cables to go with it? See our USB C cable multipack guide.

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Drought is trending on Google in the UK this morning, with news reports that England needs well above normal rainfall this winter to come out of drought. On Amazon UK, a HYDROFYX 25 litre water container 4 pack is at #2 in the Sports and Outdoors bestsellers. If you want some water stored at home, which container should you buy?

The short answer: a food grade HDPE jerry can with a screw cap is the simple choice for storing drinking water. A 20 or 25 litre can stacks well but weighs about the same in kilograms when full, so mix in some 5 or 10 litre carriers you can actually lift. A can with a tap makes daily use easier, and collapsible carriers save cupboard space.

Last updated: 30 October 2026

On the Amazon UK Sports and Outdoors chart today: HYDROFYX 25L water storage containers at #2. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

25 litre and 20 litre jerry cans

• HYDROFYX 25L water storage containers, 4 pack, listed as food safe HDPE with DIN61 screw caps and gaskets, stackable, supplied empty
• UK GROW 25L water storage container, listed as food contact approved HDPE with a 61 mm tamper evident cap and a large labelling area
• Waterline 25L water storage containers, pack of 2, listed with a fill level guide in 5 litre steps
• Blue 20 litre jerry cans, pack of 4, listed as food grade HDPE with a 60 mm tamper evident cap and interlocking stacking

With a tap

• 1418C 25 litre water container with cap and tap, listed as a rectangular can in food quality polyethylene that stows without wasted space

Collapsible carriers you can lift

• HydraMate 5L collapsible water carriers, pack of 2, listed as BPA free, standing up when full and folding flat when empty
• SAMMART 12.5L collapsible water carrier, listed as BPA free, folding to 9 cm high, with a large opening and a lockable lid
• Water storage container search on amazon.co.uk for other sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as pack sizes and colours change.

Which size?

• A small flat or a single person: two 5 litre carriers and one 20 or 25 litre can
• A family home with space in a garage or under the stairs: a 4 pack of 20 or 25 litre cans
• Older relatives or anyone who struggles with weight: stick to 5 to 12 litre carriers, as water weighs 1 kg per litre
• Kitchen use: a can with a tap, kept on a shelf or worktop edge

How to store water

1. Buy containers listed as food grade or food contact approved, and keep them only for drinking water
2. Wash and rinse new containers before the first fill
3. Fill from the cold kitchen tap, cap tightly and label with the date
4. Keep them somewhere cool and dark, off the floor and away from chemicals and fuel
5. Empty and refill on a regular schedule, and follow your water company’s advice if supplies are disrupted

Building a full kit? See our home emergency kit checklist.

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Alpine Muffy Baby Comfort ear defenders are at #15 in the Amazon UK Baby bestsellers this morning. With Bonfire Night on Thursday 5 November, weekend displays and New Year to come, which ear defenders suit a baby, a toddler or an older child?

The short answer: for babies and toddlers, pick a soft baby model with a stretchy or Velcro band and check the age range and head size on the listing. From about three years old, a kids model with an adjustable plastic headband fits better and lasts for years. Look for the SNR or dB rating and CE or UKCA marking on the listing.

Last updated: 30 October 2026

On the Amazon UK Baby chart today: Alpine Muffy Baby Comfort Ear Defenders at #15. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Baby ear defenders (newborn to about 4 years)

• Alpine Muffy Baby Comfort Ear Defenders, listed with 24 dB noise reduction, a contoured headband with soft Velcro, a 41 to 60 cm head size and suitability up to 48 months
• Banz Baby Ear Defenders, listed at NRR 24.3 dB for 3 to 36 months, 141 g, foldable, and CE and UKCA marked to EN 352-1

Kids ear defenders (about 3 to 16 years)

• Alpine Muffy Kids Ear Defenders, listed for children up to 16 with an adjustable headband, a travel bag and CE and UKCA marking
• 3M Peltor H510AK Ear Protectors for Children, listed with an SNR of 27 dB and individually adjustable cups
• ProCase Ear Defenders for Children, 3 to 16 years, listed at SNR 27 dB with telescopic arms, rotating cups and a folding design
• Kids ear defenders search on amazon.co.uk for other colours and sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as colours and sizes often sit under separate listings.

Which one for your child?

• Under one, or a baby in a carrier or pram: a soft baby model with a fabric or Velcro band
• Toddlers who pull things off: a baby model with a snug band, tried on at home first
• School age: a kids model with a hard adjustable headband that folds into a coat pocket
• Two children at the same display: buy one each, since sharing on the night rarely works

Fireworks night tips

1. Try the ear defenders on at home a few days before, so they are familiar
2. Put them on before the first rocket, not after
3. Stand further back from the launch area; distance helps as much as the ear defenders
4. Check the fit: the cups should sit fully around the ears, with hair and hats out of the way

Walking to a display in the dark? See our rechargeable torch and head torch guide.

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Two pet stain and odour removers are in the Amazon UK Pet Supplies top 30 this morning: Dr. Beckmann at #23 and Simple Solution Extreme at #29. With muddy paws and more time indoors, which one suits your carpet, sofa or floor?

The short answer: for urine, use an enzyme cleaner such as Simple Solution, Nature’s Miracle, OUT! or Dirtbusters, because the enzymes are listed as breaking down the source of the smell. For fresh marks on carpet and upholstery, Dr. Beckmann’s brush top bottle is a quick spot clean. Hard floors have their own formula.

Last updated: 29 October 2026

On the Amazon UK Pet Supplies chart today: Dr. Beckmann Pet Stain and Odour Remover at #23 and Simple Solution Extreme 500 ml at #29. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Spot cleaning carpet and upholstery

• Dr. Beckmann Pet Stain and Odour Remover, 650 ml, listed with a brush head applicator and an oxy formula that works in 3 minutes on carpets and upholstery

Enzyme cleaners for urine and repeat marking

• Simple Solution Extreme, 500 ml, listed as triple strength with an enzyme and pro bacteria formula for water safe surfaces
• Simple Solution Extreme, 945 ml, the bigger bottle, listed with a 3 in 1 nozzle for foam, mist or stream
• Nature’s Miracle Cat Stain and Odour Remover, 709 ml, listed as bio enzymatic with a citrus scent for carpets, hard floors and fabrics
• OUT! Super Strength Pet Stain and Odour Remover, 500 ml, listed as an enzyme formula that can also be used as a laundry pre wash
• Dirtbusters Pet Pro Urine and Odour Destroyer, 1 L, listed as a concentrate for use by hand or in a carpet cleaner machine

Hard floors

• Simple Solution Hard Floor Pet Stain and Odour Remover, 750 ml, listed for sealed hardwood, vinyl, linoleum, stone, marble and ceramic tile
• Pet stain remover search on amazon.co.uk for refills and larger sizes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as bottle sizes and scents sit under separate listings.

How to get the best result

1. Blot up as much as you can with kitchen roll first; do not rub
2. Patch test on a hidden area, especially wool, silk and coloured fabrics
3. Soak enzyme cleaners deep enough to reach the underlay, then leave them to work as the label says
4. Let it dry naturally and keep pets off the spot until it does
5. Skip ammonia based household cleaners on urine, as the smell can draw pets back to the same place

Which one?

• Muddy paws or a fresh accident on the carpet: Dr. Beckmann
• Old urine smell, a puppy or a cat marking: an enzyme cleaner, bought in the bigger size
• Sealed wood, vinyl or tiles: the hard floor formula; check the label before using it on laminate
• Keep repeat accidents or sudden changes in toilet habits for the vet, as a cleaner will not fix the cause

Out on wet walks? Our dog poo bags and dog wipes guide covers paw wipes too.

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Nartel radiator bleed keys are in the Amazon UK DIY and Tools top 30 this morning, at #23. With the heating back on, are your radiators cold at the top? That usually means trapped air, and a bleed key is the fix.

The short answer: most UK radiators take a standard square bleed key, and a solid brass two pack costs very little, so keep one in a kitchen drawer. A bleed key with a drip catcher saves a towel, and a long radiator brush clears the dust that collects between the fins.

Last updated: 29 October 2026

On the Amazon UK DIY and Tools chart today: Nartel radiator bleed keys, pack of 2, at #23. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Standard radiator bleed keys

• Nartel radiator bleed keys, pack of 2, listed as solid brass with a square opening that fits most radiator heating systems
• Blackspur radiator key set, listed as solid brass keys with a square opening
• Silverline radiator bleed key, single, listed as solid brass

Bleed key with a drip catcher

• RAVN HAMAN radiator bleeder with collection container, listed with a 5 mm square key and a heat resistant container that catches the water; the listing notes older finned heaters are usually not compatible

Radiator brushes for the dust between the fins

• Smith’s radiator cleaning brush, 80 cm, listed with flexible nylon bristles, a wooden handle and a rubber tip cap
• Lakeland microfibre radiator brush, 80 cm, listed as flexible to reach into corners and narrow gaps
• Radiator bleed key search on amazon.co.uk for other styles and utility key sets

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as pack sizes change.

How do you bleed a radiator?

1. Turn the heating off and let the radiators cool
2. Find the bleed valve, a small square inside a round fitting at one top corner
3. Hold a cloth under the valve, fit the key and turn it anticlockwise a quarter turn
4. Air will hiss out; close the valve as soon as water appears
5. Do the downstairs radiators first, then upstairs
6. Check the boiler pressure gauge afterwards and top it up if it has dropped, following your boiler manual

Which key do I need?

• Most modern UK radiators use a 5 mm square key, which is what the standard brass keys above are
• Some radiators have a slotted valve that a flat screwdriver turns instead
• If the valve looks different or is seized, check with a heating engineer rather than forcing it

Still losing heat? See our draught excluder strips guide and thermal curtains guide.

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The TempPro TP03H meat thermometer is at #10 in the Amazon UK Garden and Outdoors bestsellers this morning. With roast season and the Christmas turkey ahead, which food thermometer is worth having in the drawer?

The short answer: a folding instant read probe suits most UK kitchens, checking chicken, joints, sausages and leftovers in a few seconds. A leave in probe with a wired display is better for long roasts, because you can watch the temperature without opening the oven. A dial thermometer needs no batteries but is slower to read.

Last updated: 29 October 2026

On the Amazon UK Garden and Outdoors chart today: TempPro TP03H at #10. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Instant read folding probes (the everyday choice)

• TempPro TP03H meat thermometer, listed with a 10 cm probe, a 1 to 3 second reading, IPX6 waterproofing, a backlit display and a calibration function
• DOQAUS instant read meat thermometer, listed with an 11.5 cm probe, a 3 second reading, a backlit display that flips for left or right hands, and a magnetic back
• ThermoPro Lightning instant read thermometer, listed with a thermocouple sensor, a rotating display, IP65 waterproofing and calibration
• Thermapen Classic, listed as handmade in the UK with a calibration certificate, a 4.5 inch probe and a 2 year guarantee

Leave in probe for roasts and slow cooking

• ThermoPro TP17 dual probe thermometer, listed with two probes on 100 cm cables, a base that sits outside the oven, a timer and high or low alarms

No batteries: a classic dial

• KitchenCraft stainless steel meat thermometer, a dial probe listed with roast zones printed on the face and a 54 to 88°C range
• Meat thermometer search on amazon.co.uk for wireless and Bluetooth probes

Open the live listing on the day you buy, as colours and bundles change and some listings group several models together.

Which type for you?

• Weeknight chicken, burgers and sausages: an instant read folding probe
• Sunday roasts and the Christmas turkey: a leave in probe, so the oven door stays shut
• BBQ and smoking: dual probes, one in the meat and one for the grill temperature
• Gift for a keen cook: a calibrated model such as the Thermapen

How to use one

1. Push the tip into the thickest part, away from bone and fat
2. Check more than one spot on a large joint or a whole bird
3. For food safety, the Food Standards Agency’s guidance is that food should reach 70°C for 2 minutes in the centre, or an equivalent time and temperature; see food.gov.uk for the details
4. Wipe or wash the probe between raw and cooked food

Weighing ingredients for a roast or Christmas baking? See our digital kitchen scales guide.

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Four Ethernet cables are in the Amazon UK Computers top 30 this morning, at #7, #12, #21 and #26. Do you need Cat6 or Cat8, and how long should the cable be?

The short answer: for a home broadband router, games console, smart TV or PC, Cat6 is listed at up to 1 Gbps, which is more than most UK home broadband plans deliver. Cat8 cables are listed at far higher speeds, but you only see the benefit with matching equipment. Measure the route along the skirting board, then add a metre or two.

Last updated: 28 October 2026

On the Amazon UK Computers and Accessories chart today: DDMALL Cat8 flat 5 m at #7, Yauhody Cat6 flat at #12, Nixsto Cat6 flat 5 m at #21 and UGREEN Cat8 braided 5 m at #26. This is a practical UK shopping shortlist on amazon.co.uk. It does not invent prices, ratings or claims beyond what the listings state.

Cat6: the everyday choice

• Amazon Basics Cat6 3 m, listed at up to 1 Gbps and 250 MHz
• UGREEN Cat6 braided 1 m, short lead for a router to console or switch on the same shelf
• Nixsto Cat6 flat 5 m, white, a flat cable for running along skirting boards
• Yauhody Cat6 flat, 5 m to 30 m lengths, listed as 1.5 mm thick to run under carpets and door gaps

Cat8: for faster kit or future proofing

• DDMALL Cat8 flat 5 m, white, listed at up to 40 Gbps with shielded pairs
• UGREEN Cat8 braided flat 5 m, listed at up to 40 Gbps with a braided jacket

Joining two cables

• UGREEN RJ45 coupler 2 pack, a female to female joiner to extend a cable you already have
• Cat6 Ethernet cable search on amazon.co.uk for other lengths and colours

Open the live listing on the day you buy and pick the length there, as many listings bundle several lengths under one page.

Which one?

• Console or TV next to the router: a 1 to 3 m Cat6
• Router in the hall, PC upstairs or in another room: a flat 10 to 20 m Cat6 along the skirting
• Gigabit or faster full fibre with a multi gig router and PC: Cat6a, Cat7 or Cat8 is worth a look
• Streaming stick with no Ethernet port? Some need an adapter; our Fire TV Stick guide covers the models

Quick checklist

1. Measure the route, not the straight line, and add a little slack
2. Choose flat for under carpets and door gaps, round or braided for desks
3. Check the device has an RJ45 Ethernet port
4. Keep the cable away from being trapped under doors that close on it

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