Parent's Choice

Parents’ Choice Awards 2026: Home Essentials

by The Modern Parenting Team
September 9, 2026

Everything you need to keep your home fresh, organized,
and family-ready—from powerful cleaning tools and baby
safe detergents to stylish cooling fans, versatile 8-in-1 air fryer
ovens, and more

Ninja Crispi Air Fryer | Kitchen Appliance

The Ninja Crispi Air Fryer takes the effort out of everyday cooking, whether you’re pulling together
a quick family dinner or reheating last night’s leftovers. Thermal-shock resistant glass containers, versatile cooking modes, and a compact, easy to-store design deliver real convenience without
cutting corners. Cleanup is just as simple, with dishwasher-safe components that make it the smart
kitchen companion busy parents can lean on for both function and peace of mind.

Anko | Home and Lifestyle Store

Refresh your home with Anko, the Australian home and lifestyle brand offering stylish, functional essentials that help organize every corner of family life without stretching the budget. From nursery
and playroom must-haves to everyday household finds, it’s a one-stop shop for practical pieces that make every space feel a little more put together.

Shark Cleansense IQ+ | Cleaning Appliance

Get a deeper clean with the Shark CleanSense IQ+, a cordless vacuum that detects hidden dirt, automatically boosts suction where it’s needed most, and adapts seamlessly across different floor types. With intelligent sensors and a self- emptying system that takes care of the cleanup afterward, it’s a smart cleaning companion for busy households.

Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Fan | Home Appliance

With powerful airflow, dual-blade technology, up to 180 oscillation, and whisper-quiet performance across 10 speeds, the Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Fan keeps every corner of your home comfortably cool. It delivers whole-room comfort in a sleek, easy-to-clean design that fits beautifully into modern family living.

Kurin Water | Household Cleaning Product

Kurin Water makes every wipe count. Its high-alkaline formula lifts grease, dirt, and everyday grime without soap, harsh chemicals, or lingering residue. Whether you’re tackling sticky fingerprints or simply love spotless surfaces, it takes the stress—and the second guessing—out of cleaning.

Cycles | Laundry Soap for Babies and Kids

Every load of laundry should feel like an act of care. Cycles pairs powerful everyday cleaning with an ultra-mild, hypoallergenic formula free from harsh chemicals like bleach, dyes, enzymes, and sulfates.
Thoughtfully made for delicate skin, it gives moms one less thing to second guess—and every reason to trust what’s closest to their family’s skin.

Cradle | Bottle and Feeding Accessories Wash

Formulated with 100% natural, plant-based ingredients, the Cradle Natural Bottle & Nipple Cleanser
offers a safe yet powerful clean for baby essentials. It rinses off easily without leaving a soapy taste for baby—perfect for bottles, pacifiers, toys, pump parts, and everything in between. Non-toxic and edible, it’s one of the most effective and versatile cleansers our panel has tried, effortlessly removing tough milk residue and lingering odors while giving parents peace of mind.

Domex | Bathroom Cleaning Product

Take on stubborn bathroom grime with Domex, a powerful cleaning essential designed to tackle tough stains, germs, and buildup in toilets and other household surfaces. Available in Ultra Thick Bleach and multi-purpose formulas, with Classic, Lemon, and Pink Power variants, it gives you a practical way to keep bathrooms fresh and family-ready.

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