Best Smart Home Devices to Buy Right Now

March 9, 2022

Smart home technology allows you to automate nearly every aspect of your home with high-tech devices that are connected by Wi-Fi. This means that you can control things like the lighting, garage door openers, door locks, security systems, thermostats, and more remotely on your phone from anywhere in the house—or anywhere in the world where you have an internet connection.

The best smart home devices can make your home more automated, safer, and cleaner. In some cases, these connected products can even help you save money. So we take a look at the best smart home devices to buy right now for your home - whether you want to go all-in on a smart home or just add a device or two to make your life easier.

Speakers

The top AI-powered speakers are more than music players, but are also voice assistants that can not only control the playback of music, but provide the latest headlines and sports scores, set timers, and even answer those little trivia questions that seem to always be popping up.

Video Monitoring

Indoor cameras, outdoor cameras, nanny cams, and smart doorbells are all being used to monitor the safety and security of homes these days. The new generation of home security cameras are affordable, self-installed, and come in weatherproof designs that can be used both indoors and outdoors. The technology ranges from fairly simple to those with features such as professional monitoring and cloud storage, so regardless of what you are looking for, there is a video monitoring system for you.

Lights

The best smart light bulbs will save you money on energy bills, as they use LEDs rather than the more costly incandescent and halogen light bulbs. Make the most out of your smart light bulbs by connecting them with your other smart home devices, such as your home security system. This feature can automatically switch on the lights when someone tries your smart lock, so even if no one is at home, your house will remain illuminated.

Thermostat

If you wait until you just can’t take it any longer before switching on your home’s heat or air conditioning - depending on the season - you might want to consider that there is a better way to conserve energy and save your electric bill. A smart thermostat is the most convenient way to control your home’s temperature remotely and ensure the air or heat isn’t blasting when you’re not even home to feel it.

Locks

The best smart locks provide not just convenience, but safety and security to your home. They can send you a notification to your phone any time they're locked or unlocked and can be connected to other smart home devices, such as video doorbells, cameras, and security systems. And with a virtual key, you can give access to your home and create a schedule for when it will work so you can be assured that those you give access to can only get in when you want them there.

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just sound the alarm, they also alert your smartphone and more. This means it will alert you to danger from smoke, fire, or a malfunctioning appliance even when you’re not home. As such, they can not only save your life, they can also protect what is likely to be your single biggest financial investment.

Garage Door Controller

These small devices connect to your existing garage door opener, and allow you to open or close your garage door from anywhere, or to check on the door’s status, using an app or even a voice assistant like Amazon Alexa. Just imagine, no more wondering, “did I close the garage door?”

Pet Care

Yep, there are even smart devices to help care for your furry friend when you are not at home. Cameras and treat dispensers can let you see and talk to your fur-baby and allow you to toss treats to him when you’re not home. Or add a smart pet door that works with a compatible device worn on your pet's collar to allow him to go in and out as needed.

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