WH Tech Awards 2026
We present the top tools to tackle life’s toughest inconveniences, from hair saviours to double-duty trackers.
Meet The Testers
Gotlhokwang Angoma-Mzini
Mani-loving, with a penchant for long, forestry walks and a thrilling story.
Kelleigh Korevaar
Sprint queen with an eye for the latest social media buzz and the next *it* novel.
Chamain van Zyl
Everyday athlete often found in the wild, trying something new.
Michelle October
Reluctant yogi chasing ocean air, endorphins and a longer nap.
Amy Hopkins
Avid cyclist and runner powered by coffee, bananas and her daily dose of creatine.
Life Savers
“I can’t believe I didn’t have this before!” kinda stuff.
Beurer Menstrual Pain Relief EM 50
“A compact crampeasing wearable that uses TENS and warmth – and makes hot water bottles feel ancient.” CVZ
Wacaco Minipresso GR2
“This sturdy manual espresso maker produces a strong, flavour-focused shot without requiring electricity.” CVZ
Rain Loop
A speaker on steroids, this box unlocks unlimited Wi-Fi in designated loopzones, on-demand 5G and hands-free calls and camera.
One More Night
Power banks are massive bricks that can’t be shoved into the clutch-sized modern age. Until now. SA-made, OMN power banks are sleek, made from recovered disposable vapes.
Everyday Luxury
You deserve a treat – these tools add a touch of luxe to the mundane.
Dyson Gen5detect
“This next-level vacuum shows when your floor is clean and removes pet hair more efficiently than anything I’ve seen.” – MO
Beautiful by Drew 1.7L Programmable Temperature Kettle
“What’s cool: it has adjustable temperature settings, offering four presets for different teas and coffee.” – GAM
Meraki Espresso Machine
“With its built-in grinder, dual boilers and precise touch controls, every shot felt barista-worthy, making me feel like a pro.” – GAM
TOKIT Omni Cook C2
21 functions in this one AI-powered multi-tasking robot. It heats, stirs, weighs and blends. Not to mention, he’ll clean himself.
Shortcuts To Smashing
Multi-tasking tools to make getting ready time blast by.
Stikd Semi-Cured Gel Nails
“Semi- and fully cured stick-on gel nails that last – and come off with just cuticle oil!” – GAM
Beurer IPL 5800 Pure Skin Pro
“Compact and painless. Sessions are quick and easy, delivering noticeable hair reduction after just a few treatments.” – KK
Vice Reversa Wrinkle Patch
Reviewers trust these plumping patches, which deliver moisture and collagen directly into the skin via microneedles.
Foreo Luna 4 Hair
This all-in-one tool reduces dandruff and oil build-up while red LED light stimulates blood flow for thicker strands.
Dyson Airstrait
“Next-level tech that straightens and blowdries with salon-level results. Genius.” – MO
ghd Duet Blowdry Brush
“Go from wet hair to 90s bombshell blowout of your dreams in a shockingly short amount of time.” – KK
Medicube Age-R Booster Pro Mini
This portable pen works to brighten, even out and soothe skin with both red and blue LED lights.
Skin Functional Bioactive Molecules Serum
“This South African beauty lab cooked up a game-changer: a blend of exosomes that target almost everything. I saw results in two weeks!” – MO
Tab-Keepers
Track your body’s fluctuations and see the big picture daily.
Samsung Galaxy Ring
“A sleek ring that tracks sleep, heart rate, stress and menstrual cycles while syncing with Samsung Health.” – CVZ
Garmin Instinct 3
“It’s mid-range in price but absolutely not mid in performance – a compass and GPS keep you on track even when your phone loses signal.” – CVZ
Apple Watch Series 11
“With better battery life, health and fitness insights and an allnew sleep score, Apple really is the girl she thinks she is.” – KK
Ultrahuman Ring Air
“The Air is the most epic health tracker that syncs seamlessly with other apps to create a holistic picture of your health.” – AH
Huawei Watch GT6
“Built-in GPS, running analysis and even emotional tracking make this a truly featurepacked wearable, especially at such a great price.” – MO
eufy Smart Scale P2 Pro
This next-level scale visualises your body as a 3D rendering, noting your heart rate, different fat percentages and muscle mass.
Polar Loop Wearable Health Band
This screen-free wearable measures training load, sleep quality, fitness levels and more.
Oura Ring 4
Available through Vitality, this ring monitors everything to create a Readiness Score, using metrics from sleep, recovery and activity.
Go-Go Gadgets
Fitness equipment that keeps up with you.
Huawei FreeArc
“An open-ear design means you’re alert and in the zone. The battery life is extra long – 28 hours.” – MO
Trojan Walking Pad Treadmill
Stands out thanks to its ultra-compact, under-desk design and smooth speed range (1–6 km/h) for low-impact daily walking.
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2
Boasting boneconduction tech with a secure fit, these buds are noise-cancelling and wind-resistant.
Maxed Digital Counter Jump Rope
“This rope has a built-in counter, tracking skips, time and even estimated calories, which makes every session feel a little more intentional.” – GAM
Nohrd StepBox
This all-in-one gym comes in a sleek wooden ottoman-like bench, with weights and more for a complete workout.
GoPro Hero13
“What I love is that it fits easily into my cycling pocket for high resolution content on the go!” – AH