Raise your home’s IQ by investing in smart home gadgets that save time, money, and hassle. These gadgets can automate menial tasks like vacuuming the floor, watering the lawn, and opening the garage door manually.
Most of these devices can be wirelessly connected to your phone so that you can turn them on and off from your phone. Gadgets like smart speakers and hubs can also help you control connected devices through voice commands.
Imagine waking up to the fragrance of freshly brewed coffee as a load of laundry dries in the drier, your shower is just the right temperature, and your packages are ready to be picked up from the garage. Now, make that dream a reality by investing in these smart gadgets.
1. Smart Home Security System
In smart homes, you meet technology even before you enter the front door. Smart outdoor security cameras capture motion-triggered video, are weatherproof, and can connect wirelessly to your phone so you can keep an eye on your home from wherever you are.
Smart locks and video doorbells let you wirelessly control your door locks and see who’s there without getting up from the couch. For the highest level of protection, invest in a professionally monitored smart home security system. You can also opt for DIY home security systems, which are more affordable.
2. Smart Speaker
Smart televisions and soundbars are great, but nothing beats a smart speaker that doubles as a command center. Whether you prefer Siri, Google Assistant, or Alexa, there’s a smart speaker for every assistant platform.
Smart speakers let you control all other connected smart gadgets in your home with voice commands. Nothing says high-tech more than asking your smart speaker to turn on the washing machine as you head out the door.
3. Smart Lights
Smart light bulbs are an excellent investment because they’re versatile and eco-friendly. Some can produce every color under the sun, plus a range of warm to cool white tones. They can connect to your phone via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and support apps and voice control.
You can connect your smart light bulbs to your smart speaker and control your lights without a switch. Since smart lights use less energy and last longer, you also save money on energy costs in the long run.
4. Smart Thermostat
A connected thermostat takes your smart home to the next level. Most models allow you to control your home’s heating and cooling system by phone or voice command.
You can set temperature schedules and activate the thermostat’s energy-saving features to reduce energy bills. Some models also offer remote sensors that you can place in different spots inside your home to ensure a consistent temperature throughout the house.
5. Pet Camera
Keep an eye on your fur babies when you’re away by installing a smart pet camera inside your house. Most models let you interact with your pets 24/7 and have additional features that make life easier for pet parents.
Our favorite pet cameras have remote treat tossing features that can be programmed to a set schedule. Some cameras also feature dangly toys to keep the pets engaged.
6. Smart Display
Smart displays are perfect replacements or complements for smart speakers. They have the voice command feature of a smart speaker but also offer a versatile touch LED screen. With a single tap on the screen, you can view live feeds of your smart doorbell or security camera, make video calls, or control your smart gadgets.
When not in use, your smart display can act as a digital photo frame that can display your family photos or aesthetic screensavers.
7. Smart Coffee Maker
Imagine waking up to the smell of your favorite brew every day. Smart coffee makers can turn that dream into a reality. Many models feature app and voice command features.
All you have to do is set a routine for your smart java maker to turn on at a specific time each day, and your cup of joe will be ready for you whenever you need it.
8. Robot Vacuum
Robot vacuums make clean-up after dinner a breeze. These tiny smart vacuums pack a punch when it comes to keeping your floor clean. The best robot vacuums work quickly and efficiently, rarely get stuck, and have a large dust cup.
If you’re wary of emptying the vacuum dust cup yourself, consider investing in a self-emptying robot vacuum that also features a mop that cleans and dries itself.
9. Smart Air Purifier
Improve the air quality in your house by investing in a smart air purifier. The best ones come with Wi-Fi connectivity and voice commands so you can control the purifier from your phone.
Most smart air purifiers are HEPA-certified and double as oscillating fans, so you can breathe easier and save on energy bills.
10. Smart Sprinklers
Your standard automated sprinkler may be costing you money and increasing your carbon footprint. Smart controllers save time and water compared to a basic timer.
The best smart sprinkler systems can respond to weather conditions in real time, offer customizable water scheduling, and let you control your water system from anywhere in the world with a phone app.
11. Smart Garage Door Opener
Whether you use your garage for storage, as a party center, or to actually park your car, a smart garage door opener can change your life or at least make it more convenient.
Belt-driven smart garage doors are pin-drop quiet, can tell you the state of your door (open or closed and for how long), and can be controlled from your phone. Some also support “In Garage Delivery”, a service available to Amazon Prime members, so you don’t have to worry about porch pirates.
12. Smart Shower
Smart showers offer the ultimate smart home experience. Imagine turning on your shower and setting just the right water pressure and temperature, all from an app on your phone.
You can save water by integrating your shower with your smart speaker. This way, you can turn your shower on or off using voice commands.
13. Smart Scale
Keep a closer eye on your health by getting a smart scale for your bathroom. The latest models can track up to 13 metrics related to weight, including BMI, body fat percentage, muscle mass, protein level, heart rate, body water percentage, and much more.
These smart scales integrate with a phone app, so you can keep track of your weight and health in general.
14. Smart Plugs
Smart plugs and switches are the most convenient way to transform your home into a tech-savvy living space. These plugs allow you to wirelessly control any “dump” devices you connect to, making every device smart.
Smart plugs can help you turn on and off devices plugged into hard-to-reach wall outlets. You can also use them to schedule when a device should be turned on and off. They can help you keep track of your energy consumption and save on energy bills by turning off devices that are not in use.
15. Smart Video Streaming Devices
If you don’t want to invest in a smart TV, you can get the next best thing: smart video streaming devices. These devices plug into your TV via an HDMI port and turn it into a smart TV.
Amazon, Apple, Samsung, Roku, and many other brands have streaming devices that can be connected to a TV and controlled wirelessly through an app on your phone or a smart remote control.
