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Is E.ON Next worth it? An honest review after 4 years

Is E.ON Next worth it? An honest review after 4 years

E.ON Next9 minute read

A first-person E.ON Next review after four years as a gas and electricity customer — covering pricing, service, the app, renewable claims, and whether E.ON Next is worth switching to in 2026.

Is Monzo worth it? An honest review after 9 years

Is Monzo worth it? An honest review after 9 years

Monzo10 minute read

A first-person Monzo review after nine years as a customer — covering the free account, paid plans, savings rates, travel spending, borrowing, and whether Monzo is actually worth switching to in 2026.

Is Yonder worth it? An honest credit card review

Is Yonder worth it? An honest credit card review

Yonder9 minute read

A first-person Yonder credit card review after 10 months — covering the £15 monthly fee, points value, travel perks, dining rewards, and whether Yonder is worth it compared to Amex in 2026.

Affordable Mobiles review: is it legit and worth buying from?

Affordable Mobiles review: is it legit and worth buying from?

Affordable Mobiles6 minute read

An honest review of Affordable Mobiles — covering whether it's a trustworthy phone retailer, how prices compare to buying direct from a network, and whether the cashback referral is worth using.

How to spend Bitcoin in the UK: gift cards, top-ups and more

How to spend Bitcoin in the UK: gift cards, top-ups and more

Bitrefill7 minute read

A practical guide to spending Bitcoin in the UK without converting back to pounds first. Covers gift cards, Lightning Network payments, crypto debit cards, and the best platforms for everyday crypto spending.

Best crypto hardware wallet: Ledger vs Trezor compared

Best crypto hardware wallet: Ledger vs Trezor compared

Ledger7 minute read

Ledger vs Trezor — which hardware wallet should you buy? A practical comparison covering security, price, coin support, and ease of use to help you choose the right one.

Zilch review: is 0% buy now pay later worth using?

Zilch review: is 0% buy now pay later worth using?

Zilch7 minute read

An honest review of Zilch — the BNPL app that works everywhere Mastercard is accepted. Covers the 2% cashback perk, how it compares to Klarna and Clearpay, and whether it's worth signing up.

Best UK bank account for freelancers (2026)

Best UK bank account for freelancers (2026)

Monzo11 minute read

An honest comparison of the best business bank accounts for UK freelancers and sole traders — covering Starling, Monzo, Tide, Mettle and Wise, with a focus on tax, invoicing and real-world use.

Octopus Energy review: 6 years as a customer

Octopus Energy review: 6 years as a customer

Octopus Energy12 minute read

A first-person Octopus Energy review after six and a half years — pricing, service, tariffs, grievances, and whether I'd still switch in 2026.

Monzo joint account review: how we manage shared finances

Monzo joint account review: how we manage shared finances

Monzo9 minute read

A first-hand review of the Monzo joint account — covering shared pots, bill management, savings interest, Salary Sorter, and how it compares to Starling's joint account.

Best UK bank account for travelling abroad (2026)

Best UK bank account for travelling abroad (2026)

Monzo10 minute read

An honest comparison of the best UK debit cards for travel — covering Starling, Chase, Monzo, Revolut and Wise on fees, ATM limits, exchange rates and real-world use abroad.

EV Charger Installation: Guide to Home EV Charging in the UK

EV Charger Installation: Guide to Home EV Charging in the UK

Octopus Energy7 minute read

Step‑by‑step guide to EV charger installation for UK homes, including costs, grants, how the process works and how to choose a safe, smart home EV charger.

Why Your Business Should Switch to Octopus Energy?

Why Your Business Should Switch to Octopus Energy?

Octopus Energy5 minute read

Find out why Octopus Energy is the best energy supplier for your business.

Monzo Flex review: is the interest-free BNPL card worth it?

Monzo Flex review: is the interest-free BNPL card worth it?

Monzo9 minute read

An honest review of Monzo Flex — how the 3-month interest-free instalments work, the real cost of longer plans, Section 75 protection, and how it compares to Klarna and Clearpay.

Monzo vs Chase UK: cashback or better budgeting?

Monzo vs Chase UK: cashback or better budgeting?

Monzo10 minute read

An honest comparison of Monzo and Chase UK — covering 1% cashback maths, savings rates, app features, travel spending and borrowing to help you pick the right free bank account.

Monzo vs Revolut: which is better for travel, investing and daily banking?

Monzo vs Revolut: which is better for travel, investing and daily banking?

Monzo11 minute read

A detailed comparison of Monzo and Revolut across three use cases — everyday banking, travel abroad, and investing. Covers fees, features, savings rates and which to pick.

Monzo Business for freelancers: an honest review from a real sole trader

Monzo Business for freelancers: an honest review from a real sole trader

Monzo10 minute read

A first-hand review of Monzo Business for freelancers and sole traders — covering Tax Pots, invoicing, accounting integrations, Making Tax Digital readiness, and whether the free plan is enough.

Monzo mystery reward explained: how to get £20, £50 or £100

Monzo mystery reward explained: how to get £20, £50 or £100

Monzo6 minute read

Everything you need to know about the Monzo mystery reward — how it works, who's eligible, the odds of getting £50 or £100, and common mistakes that stop the reward tracking.

Monzo vs Nationwide: which current account is actually better?

Monzo vs Nationwide: which current account is actually better?

Monzo10 minute read

An honest comparison of Monzo and Nationwide FlexDirect — covering interest rates, cashback, app experience, overdrafts, travel spending and switch bonuses to help you pick the right account.

Monzo Billsback review: is the lottery-style bill payback worth it?

Monzo Billsback review: is the lottery-style bill payback worth it?

Monzo9 minute read

An honest review of Monzo Billsback — how it works, the expected-value maths, and whether paying for Extra, Perks or Max just for the chance at free bills makes sense.

Monzo mystery reward: how to claim £20, £50 or £100 with a referral link

Monzo mystery reward: how to claim £20, £50 or £100 with a referral link

Monzo6 minute read

The Monzo mystery reward is a £20, £50 or £100 cash bonus paid when you join Monzo via a referral link and make a card payment within 30 days. Here's how it works.

Octopus Energy vs E.ON Next referral: which gives you more?

Octopus Energy vs E.ON Next referral: which gives you more?

Octopus Energy6 minute read

Comparing the Octopus Energy and E.ON Next referral schemes side by side. Both offer £50, but which energy supplier is actually better to switch to?

Tide referral code: get £50 when you open a business account

Tide referral code: get £50 when you open a business account

Tide5 minute read

Use the Tide referral code JOPOQW to get £50 free credit when you open a Tide business bank account. Here's how to claim and whether Tide is right for your business.

Yonder vs Amex referral: which rewards card is better?

Yonder vs Amex referral: which rewards card is better?

Yonder6 minute read

Comparing the Yonder and American Express BA referral schemes. Yonder offers up to 10,000 points, Amex offers 6,000 Avios. Here's which credit card to choose.

Zilch referral code: get £5 free credit when you sign up

Zilch referral code: get £5 free credit when you sign up

Zilch5 minute read

Use a Zilch referral link to get £5 in free credit instantly. No purchase needed — just sign up and verify your identity to claim your reward.

VOXI vs giffgaff: which mobile referral is better?

VOXI vs giffgaff: which mobile referral is better?

VOXI5 minute read

Comparing VOXI and giffgaff referral schemes, plans, and value. VOXI offers up to £40 in gift cards, giffgaff offers up to £15 in credit. Here's which to choose.

VOXI referral code: get a gift card worth up to £40

VOXI referral code: get a gift card worth up to £40

VOXI5 minute read

Use a VOXI referral link to get a gift card worth up to £40 when you sign up. Learn how VOXI works, what you get, and whether it's the right mobile network for you.

Amex referral code: get 6,000 Avios points with the BA credit card

Amex referral code: get 6,000 Avios points with the BA credit card

American Express6 minute read

Use an American Express referral link to earn 6,000 Avios points when you sign up for the BA Classic Credit Card and spend £2,000 in 3 months.

Bitrefill referral code: get $5 in Bitcoin when you spend $200

Bitrefill referral code: get $5 in Bitcoin when you spend $200

Bitrefill5 minute read

Use a Bitrefill referral link to earn $5 in Bitcoin cashback when you spend $200 on gift cards, mobile top-ups, and more using crypto.

Freetrade referral code: get a free share worth up to £100

Freetrade referral code: get a free share worth up to £100

Freetrade5 minute read

Use a Freetrade referral link, deposit £50, and get a free share worth between £10 and £100. Here's how to claim your reward and start investing.

giffgaff referral code: get up to £15 when you join

giffgaff referral code: get up to £15 when you join

giffgaff5 minute read

Use a giffgaff referral link to get £5 when you activate a SIM and another £10 if you join on an 18-month contract. Here's how to claim your reward.

Ledger referral code: get up to $20 in Bitcoin when you buy a wallet

Ledger referral code: get up to $20 in Bitcoin when you buy a wallet

Ledger5 minute read

Use a Ledger referral link to get up to $20 in Bitcoin when you purchase a hardware wallet. Learn which Ledger to buy and why you need one.

Yonder referral code: earn points with a Yonder credit card

Yonder referral code: earn points with a Yonder credit card

Yonder6 minute read

Looking for a Yonder referral code or referral link? Use the link in this guide to get £10 off your first purchase and 10,000 bonus points when you spend £1,000 in 30 days.

Affordable Mobiles discount code, voucher & referral link: how to save (and why it’s worth using)

Affordable Mobiles discount code, voucher & referral link: how to save (and why it’s worth using)

Affordable Mobiles6 minute read

Searching for an AffordableMobiles discount, voucher code, or referral code? Here’s why Affordable Mobiles is worth using—and how to use the referral link to unlock up to £60 off when you buy a new phone.

Motorway referral code: why you should sell your car with Motorway (and how to claim your reward)

Motorway referral code: why you should sell your car with Motorway (and how to claim your reward)

Motorway7 minute read

Looking for a Motorway referral code, Motorway discount, or Motorway voucher? Here’s why Motorway is a great way to sell your car—and how to use the referral link so you can earn a reward after your sale completes.

EON Next: A Smart Choice for Your Energy Needs

EON Next: A Smart Choice for Your Energy Needs

E.ON Next3 minute read

Find out why Eon Next may be best energy supplier for you.