Our Expert Team

Meet the engineers, food scientists, and testing experts behind our independent reviews.

Our team brings decades of combined experience in appliance engineering, food safety, and quality assurance.

Alessandra Moretti - Mechanical Engineer

Alessandra Moretti

Mechanical Engineer

M.S. Mechanical Engineering, MIT • 8+ years experience

Specializes in appliance mechanics, thermal efficiency, and performance testing.

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Dmitri Volkov - Food Scientist

Dmitri Volkov

Food Scientist

Ph.D. Food Science, Cornell • Certified Food Scientist

Expert in food safety, hygiene protocols, and ice quality assessment.

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Mei-Ling Zhang - Home Barista & QA

Mei-Ling Zhang

Home Barista & QA

Certified Barista • 6+ years in equipment testing

Focuses on user experience, daily operation, and real-world performance.

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Rafael Santos - Refrigeration Engineer

Rafael Santos

Refrigeration Engineer

B.S. Mechanical Engineering • HVAC-R Certified • 10+ years

Specializes in compressor systems, refrigerant cycles, and cooling efficiency analysis.

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Nadia Kowalski - Materials Scientist

Nadia Kowalski

Materials Scientist

Ph.D. Materials Science, Stanford • 7+ years experience

Analyzes ice bin materials, food-grade plastics, and stainless steel durability.

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Henrik Larsson - Electrical Engineer

Henrik Larsson

Electrical Engineer

M.S. Electrical Engineering • UL Certification Specialist

Tests power consumption, electrical safety, and control system reliability.

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Amara Okafor - Acoustics Specialist

Amara Okafor

Acoustics Specialist

M.S. Acoustical Engineering • 8+ years in appliance testing

Measures noise levels, vibration patterns, and sound quality during operation.

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Kenji Tanaka - Quality Assurance Lead

Kenji Tanaka

Quality Assurance Lead

B.S. Industrial Engineering • Six Sigma Black Belt • 12+ years

Oversees long-term reliability testing, defect analysis, and warranty claim research.

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Ingrid Bergström - Water Quality Analyst

Ingrid Bergström

Water Quality Analyst

M.S. Environmental Engineering • Water Treatment Certified

Tests filtration systems, mineral buildup, and water hardness impact on ice quality.

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Tariq Al-Rashid - User Experience Researcher

Tariq Al-Rashid

User Experience Researcher

M.A. Human Factors • UX Research Certified • 8+ years

Conducts usability studies, ergonomics testing, and real-world user feedback analysis.

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