Gave up on the hob. Use Eddington’s Microwave Egg Poachers regularly and they're a wonder.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user MrsColinRobinson) Our verdict We test all the egg poachers on our list, naturally enough, by using them to poach multiple batches of eggs. During these tests, we look for two main things. First, we like poachers that operate simply and smoothly, with a minimum of mess or fuss. Second, we want them to produce tasty, well-textured eggs with a firm white and soft yolk, in a consistent manner. Please note that during particularly busy periods, it may take a little longer to receive your delivery and our carrier may attempt to deliver to you on a Saturday. Poach in gently: bubbling water for 4 to 6 minutes depending on firmness required (some foam in the water is normal). Remove each Wiltshire Poachie with tongs or a slotted spoon. Place on kitchen paper to drain and cool. Grip the Wiltshire Poachie by the bottom seam, and share firmly but gently. Your perfectly poached egg will slide out easily. If the egg does not slide out easily, it is not quite ready. Re-immerse for 20-30 seconds. Because we know that there’s nothing like a real recommendation, we first headed to the Mumsnet forums to find out what egg poachers our users had tried, tested and rated after extensive use.

I use an egg poaching pan. It can poach four eggs at a time, I had it for about 10 years, and it’s idiotproof.” (Method rated by Mumsnet user BethDutton) Our verdictAnything of a nature that for hygiene or associated health and safety - this includes the Outdoor Spas, Mattresses and Divan Sets

Frequency: How often do you intend to make poached eggs? Will you only be making them on special occasions or the odd anniversary breakfast in bed, or are you hoping to integrate some healthy egg options into your daily routine? For more frequent use, options such as poaching pans may be the best choice, whereas disposable poaching bags and pods are perfectly adequate for an occasional poaching aid. Pods/cups: With the egg fully supported whilst sitting in the cup, the entire pod or cup is lowered into the simmering water before being carefully lifted out once the eggs are ready. Generally easy to use, the pods and cups can generally be used with more than one in a pan and are convenient to store, but less efficient for poaching more than two or three at a time. First boil 3/4 full saucepan of water, then turn down to a low boil so that water is gently bubbling. Plus, for more efficient kitchen tools rated by Mumsnetters, we’ve also rounded up the best chopping boards and easiest-to-use can openers. Best egg poacher 2023: at a glance Scottish Highlands & Islands postcodes: AB, FK, HS, IV, KA, KW, PA, PH, ZE, LL58-LL78, IM, TR, PO30-41Electric egg poachers: If you can’t get enough of your eggs and are planning to eat them regularly, an electric egg poacher can certainly take the hard work out of poaching, with the ability to also boil eggs, too. They do require fairly significant storage space, so they’re less suited to those who have eggs once in a blue moon or people struggling for cupboard space alongside their baking trays and cake tins. I have had these for years, great results but only recently realised that you don't need to loosen them with a knife, then lift them out with a spoon… You just turn them upside down and pop them out, they sit like little domes on your toast!” (Recommended by Mumsnet user ItsnotaHenryMoore) Our verdict Immediately grip both flaps together, lift out of the glass, and immerse vertically into the gently bubbling water without delay.