Smart plugs, thermostats and devices that automate what you do every day.
Smart home devices range from simple plug adapters to full HVAC control. The most useful ones automate decisions you make daily: when to turn off lights, when to run the thermostat, who is at the door. The guides here cover smart plugs, thermostats, robot vacuums, video doorbells, smart locks and light bulbs by compatibility and the features that actually get used.
6 guides in this section
Robot vacuums navigate floors autonomously using sensors or cameras, returning to base for charging and on self-emptying models depositing debris into a sealed bag without manual emptying.
4 picks · 4 sourcesUpdated September 27, 2026
Smart light bulbs replace standard A19 or BR30 bulbs and connect to Wi-Fi for app control, voice assistant dimming and color changing without a smart home hub or additional wiring.
3 picks · 3 sourcesUpdated September 27, 2026
Smart locks replace or add to a deadbolt to allow keypad code entry, smartphone entry and auto-lock, eliminating the need to carry a physical house key.
4 picks · 4 sourcesUpdated September 27, 2026
Smart plugs turn any standard outlet into a remotely controlled socket, enabling app and voice control of lamps, fans, heaters and appliances without rewiring.
4 picks · 4 sourcesUpdated September 27, 2026
Smart thermostats learn schedules, respond to occupancy and allow remote temperature control, reducing HVAC energy use by 10-15 percent over manual thermostats.
4 picks · 4 sourcesUpdated September 27, 2026
Video doorbells replace a standard doorbell to provide live video, two-way audio and motion alerts for the front door, accessible from a phone anywhere with cell service.
4 picks · 4 sourcesUpdated September 27, 2026
