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Smart home technology has come a long way from novelty gadgets to must-have upgrades that actually make your home work harder for you.

Whether you’re looking to tighten up your home security, slash your energy bill, or just stop getting up to turn off the lights, the right devices can transform the way you live. We’ve rounded up 10 of the best smart home products that our listeners ask about most — all tried, tested, and trusted by homeowners and contractors who know what actually holds up. From smart thermostats that pay for themselves in months to video doorbells that give you eyes on your front door from anywhere in the world, these are the upgrades worth making. Check out our picks below and get your home working smarter.

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Aqara Water Leak Sensor 3 Pack, Zigbee Wireless Water Leak Detector for Alarm System and Smart Home Automation, Requires AQARA HUB, App Notifications, for Kitchen, Bathroom, Basement, Works with IFTTT

[Notes] An Aqara Hub is required and sold separately. Not compatible with hubs from other brands. Requires a secure 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection for Hub M2, M1S, E1, M1S Gen2, G2H Pro, and G2H; or 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi for Camera Hub G3. (Hub M2 also supports wired Ethernet via RJ45.). Pair the Zigbee Water Leak Sensor with an Aqara Hub before connecting to Apple HomeKit, Google Home, or Alexa. For a stable Zigbee connection, ensure the sensor is placed within 10 meters(33 ft) of the Aqara Hub.
[Proximity] To ensure a stable connection, keep the Aqara Water Leak Sensor within 400 inches (approximately 10 meters) of the Aqara Zigbee Hub, and place the hub within the same range of your Wi-Fi router. Ensure both are connected to the same local area network (LAN). Zigbee2MQTT and comparable third-party USB dongles are not officially supported by Aqara. Full product functionality may be limited or unavailable.
[Drip and Leak Detection] Equipped with highly sensitive probes that detect water levels as low as 0.5 mm (approximately 0.02 inch), this water leak detector instantly sends alerts to your phone and triggers the local alarm on the Aqara Hub whenever a leak is detected.
[Home automation] The water leak detectors for home can control and trigger other Aqara devices when water is detected, allowing you to take prompt action to keep your home safe. ***Requires Aqara Hub, not third-party hub.
[Wireless & Compact Design] No wiring or screws are required. The small, sleek design allows you to place the Zigbee leak sensor on any flat surface in your kitchen, basement, laundry room, or any area you want to monitor. Recommended placements include near or under toilets, water heaters, washing machines, dishwashers, sinks, fish tanks, sump pumps, or any area prone to leaks.

Lutron Caseta Original Smart Dimmer Switch (Lutron Smart Hub Required), for LED Lights, 150 Watt, Single-Pole/3-Way, No Neutral Required, PD-6WCL-WH, White White 1 Pack Smart Dimmer

MOST CONNECTED: Caseta connects with more leading smart home devices - including Alexa, Apple Home, Google Assistant, Sonos home automation, and more - than any other smart dimmer light switch brand (Lutron Smart Hub, L-BDG2-WH, required)
CASETA ORIGINAL AESTHETIC: The Caseta Original Smart Light Switch Dimmer boasts functionality with a sleek, modern aesthetic. This smart dimmer switch gives you full control of lights, including on/off and button-operated brightness adjustment
GET MORE, SPEND LESS: One Caseta Light Dimmer Switch can control many bulbs at once, making them smart, even your existing ones. Get smart control of dimmable LED, incandescent, and halogen bulbs (Lutron Smart Hub, L-BDG2-WH, required)
CONTROL YOUR WAY: Caseta Smart Switches for lights let you control lighting via the free Lutron app, with your voice, or directly from the wall. Create schedules in the app or activate scenes with a button (Lutron Smart Hub, L-BDG2-WH, required)
INCLUDES: The package includes (1) white Lutron dimmer switch; coordinating wall plate sold separately

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Aqara Zigbee Temperature and Humidity Sensor-3 Pack, Wireless Thermometer Hygrometer for Home Automation, Remote Monitoring, Aqara Hub Required, Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Alexa, Works with IFTTT

[Notes] An Aqara Hub is required and sold separately. Hubs from other brands are not supported. A secured 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection is needed for Hub M2/M1S/E1/M1S Gen2 and Camera Hub G2H Pro/G2H, while Camera Hub G3 supports 2.4/5GHz (Wi-Fi 6 not supported). Hub M2 also supports wired Ethernet (RJ45). To integrate the sensor with Apple HomeKit or Alexa, please bind the sensor through an Aqara Hub. For a stable Zigbee connection, keep the sensor within 10 meters (33 ft) of the hub.
[3-in-1 Environmental Monitoring] Monitor your home’s environment with ease using the Aqara smart temperature sensor’s 3-in-1 functionality. It accurately measures temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure, ensuring you stay informed about your living conditions. All data is tracked in real time and displayed on the Aqara app, allowing you to view trends and make adjustments for a healthier and more comfortable home environment.
[Proximity] For a sturdy connection and accurate transmission of temperature and humidity data, ensure that the Aqara Zigbee temperature humidity sensor is within 400 inches of the Aqara Zigbee hub, and the hub is within the same range from the Wi-Fi router. Additionally, make sure the hub and the router are on the same local area network (LAN). Zigbee2MQTT and comparable third-party USB dongles are not officially supported by Aqara. Full product functionality may be limited or unavailable.
[Remote Monitoring and Home Automation] When the room temperature reaches above or below a certain threshold, the Aqara temperature sensor can send a push alert to your phone or trigger the Aqara Hub night light. Additionally, the Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensor can control other connected devices such as Aqara Smart Plug to ensure that your fan or humidifier maintains a constant level of comfort for you and your family.***Requires Aqara Hub, not third-party hub.
[Accurate Measurement] Utilizes high-quality sensor from the industry-leading manufacturer, Sensirion.(Please avoid installing the Aqara Temperature Sensor in environments with extreme temperatures, such as inside a refrigerator.) Note: Please pull the plastic battery tab out before long-pressing the reset button to start the device. If the device disconnects, please ensure the battery has power. If not, please rotate the temperature sensor to remove the battery cover and replace the battery.

Aqara 4MP Camera Hub G5 Pro WiFi, True Color Night Vision Security Camera Outdoor, 2.4/5Ghz WiFi, HomeKit Secure Video, Thread Border Router, Local Detection, Thread/Zigbee, Supports Alexa,Google Home Gray - Wi-Fi Version (No PoE Support)

4MP HD & True Color Night Vision- The security Camera Hub G5 Pro offers a 4MP Resolution with a 133° FOV and supports True Color Night Vision with a 1/1.8" sensor and f/1.0 large aperture, identifying intruders even in low-light. A Built-in 3000K DIMMABLE Spotlight functions as an intruder deterrent and improves visibility during nighttime Note: This surveillance camera is not equipped with infrared light. No Battery.
Local AI Visual & Abnormal Sound Detection- Thanks to the powerful built-in Neural Processing Unit (NPU), outdoor Camera Hub G5 Pro supports 7 types of visual detection and 4 types of abnormal sound detection. For visual detection, G5 Pro can recognize faces, individual vehicles, animals, perople, and can distinguish if they are lingering. It also supports Lens Obstruction Detection and Package Detection. For abnormal sound detection, this camera for home security can detect babies crying, alarm sounds, barking and coughing. This feature enables you to record key events and trigger automations even during an internet outage.
Hub & Matter Bridge- Wifi camera G5 Pro acts as a hub with both Aqara Zigbee (Not third-party Zigbee devices) and Thread dual protocols, it can connect up to 80 Aqara Zigbee Sub-devices or 40 thread sub-devices, or 20 Aqara Zigbee Sub-devices and 20 Thread sub-devices. This wifi security camera integrates third-party matter devices into the Aqara Home app and exposes existing Aqara devices to Matter-compatible platforms like Apple Home, Alexa, and Google Home. *Compatibility depends on device type, ecosystem support, and the presence of a Matter Controller.
HomeKit Secure Video & Multiple Storage Methods- The home security camera G5 Pro supports HomeKit Secure Video (an active iCloud subscription and an Apple Home hub is required), features a built-in encrypted 8GB eMMC storage and supports Aqara Cloud, and RTSP with full End-to-End encryption for protection, G5 data is accessible by only you or your family. Note: 24/7 record is only supported with RTSP and store in your Local devices.
DUAL-BAND WI-FI- The outdoor security camera G5 Pro Wi-Fi incorporates a dual-band 2.4/5GHz Wi-Fi module, which provides the flexibility to choose 2.4GHz for extended coverage, or 5GHz for the faster data transfer. In addition, it is compatible with the WPA3 standard for maximum security. For power, the home Camera G5 Pro Wi-Fi uses a 5V2A USB-C port for increased flexibility. Zigbee2MQTT and comparable third-party USB dongles are not officially supported by Aqara. Full product functionality may be limited or unavailable.

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TP-Link Deco 7 Pro BE63 Tri-Band WiFi 7 BE10000 Whole Home Mesh System - 6-Stream 10 Gbps, 4x2.5G Ports Wired Backhaul, 4X Smart Internal Antennas, VPN, HomeShield, Free Expert Support (3-Pack) Wi-Fi 7, 2.5G Port 3 Pack

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐨 𝟕 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝗕𝗘𝟭𝟬𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗧𝗿𝗶-𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗶-𝗙𝗶 𝟳 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀: Features cutting-edge Wi-Fi 7 technology, including Multi-Link Operation, Multi-RUs, 4K-QAM, and 320 MHz channels. Delivers speeds of 5188 Mbps on 6GHz, 4324 Mbps on 5GHz, and 574 Mbps on 2.4GHz.
𝗩𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 & 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆: The 3-pack mesh system covers up to a vast 7,600 sq.ft. and supports over 200 devices without compromising performance, ensuring seamless connectivity.
𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮.𝟱𝗚 𝗪𝗔𝗡/𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀: Includes four 2.5G WAN/LAN ports and a USB 3.0 port, making it an ideal choice for future-proofing your home network.
𝗗𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 & 𝗪𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗵𝗮𝘂𝗹: Leverages TP-Link's self-developed technology to support simultaneous wireless and wired backhaul. Maximizes Wi-Fi 7 benefits for faster speeds and broader coverage.
𝗔𝗜-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴: The Deco Mesh creates a unified network with a single network name. Uses AI-Roaming technology for seamless streaming and optimal speeds, adapting through advanced algorithms and self-learning as you move throughout your home.

roborock Saros 20 Robot Vacuum and Mop, 3.46 in Double-Layer Threshold, 36,000 Pa, 3.14’’ Ultra Slim, Zero-Tangling for Pet Hair, 212°F Hot Water Wash, AI Powered Smart Cleaning for Carpet, Black

Industry-Leading Obstacle-Crossing Power: AdaptiLift Chassis 3.0 dynamically raises the body to glide over thresholds and uneven floors without losing suction. Effortlessly crosses up to 3.46 in double-layer steps and cleans carpets up to 1.18 in deep, so every room stays fully cleaned, uninterrupted.
Ultra-Precise Navigation with Fewer Missed Spots: Powered by StarSight Autonomous System 2.0, the advanced 3D ToF sensors build accurate maps in real time. The RGB camera enables the robot to detect and recognize over 300 obstacles to avoid clutter, reduce interruptions, and deliver smoother routes with more complete coverage.
Cleans Under 3.13 in Furniture with Ease: With its ultra-slim design, Saros 20 glides under sofas and beds as low as 3.13 inches, removing hidden dust and pet hair from places you rarely clean. No moving furniture, no missed spots—just a deeper, more effortless clean every day.
Extreme 36,000 Pa, Zero Hair Hassle: The 36,000 Pa digital motor pulls dust, pet hair, and debris from deep floor gaps with ease. A dual anti-tangle system automatically handles hair buildup, cutting down manual brush cleaning—perfect for pet owners who want powerful, worry-free results.
Fully Automated Dock for True Hands-Free Care: Brand New RockDock features a new one-piece cleaning tray that boosts mop coverage and water capacity for deeper washing and quieter operation. Combined with 212°F hot water washing, 131°F hot air drying, self-cleaning maintenance, and up to 65 days of auto dust emptying, it delivers a truly hands-free experience.

MOVA LiDAX Ultra 1000 Robot Lawn Mower Wire Free for 1/4 Acre, RTK-Free+360° 3D LiDAR+AI Vision Auto Mapping, Zero-Edge Cutting, Cutting Height 1.2"-3.9", 45% Slope, Up to 150 Managed Zones Dual Maps Ultra 1000: Mows up to 0.25acre

Wireless, RTK-Free Setup — AI-Assisted Auto-Mapping with 360° 3D LiDAR: With AI vision and 360° 3D LiDAR, LiDAX Ultra 1000 mower auto-maps your yard in 3D with centimeter accuracy—no wires or RTK stations needed, even in complex layouts, under dim or harsh light. Power on and mow anywhere with ease.
Flawless Edge Precision — < 2inch with Movable Disc: With UltraTrim 1.0, the robot lawn mower cuts within 2inch of walls, hedges and raised edges. A movable disc covers gaps to minimize misses. For flush lawn-pavement edges, it rides on edges for clean, precise cuts.
AI-Vision Powered 300+ Obstacle Avoidance: Powered by 3D point cloud data and advanced AI vision, the wireless mower detects and avoids over 300 types of lawn obstacles—from large outdoor furniture to small yard items. Continuous algorithm upgrades enhance recognition accuracy and safety, ensuring smooth, worry-free mowing for your family and pets.
All-Terrain Capability: Handles 45% Slopes, 23.6" Paths with Off-Road Wheels: The rear-wheel drive system and off-road wheels provide strong traction, climbing slopes up to 45% and overcoming obstacles up to 1.6" high and pits, with ease. It also handles uneven terrain, challenging weather, and maintains lawn-friendly operation.
Smart U-Shaped Mowing for Flawless Coverage: The mower mows every inch of your lawn using U-shaped path planning, ensuring even, precise cuts. When the battery runs low, the mower automatically returns to the charging station and resumes mowing exactly where it left off.

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MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 Robot Lawn Mower with 4G for 0.5 Acre, No Wire No RTK+360° 3D LiDAR+AI Vision Auto Mapping, Zero-Edge Cutting, Cut Height 1.2"-3.9", 45% Slope, 150 Mowing Zones, Anti-Theft Ultra 2000: Mows up to 0.5acre

Wireless, RTK-Free Setup — AI-Assisted Auto-Mapping with 360° 3D LiDAR: With AI vision and 360° 3D LiDAR, LiDAX Ultra 2000 mower auto-maps your yard in 3D with centimeter accuracy—no wires or RTK stations needed, even in complex layouts, under dim or harsh light. Power on and mow anywhere with ease.
Flawless Edge Precision — < 2inch with Movable Disc: With UltraTrim 1.0, the robot lawn mower cuts within 2inch of walls, hedges and raised edges. A movable disc covers gaps to minimize misses. For flush lawn-pavement edges, it rides on edges for clean, precise cuts.
AI-Vision Powered 300+ Obstacle Avoidance: Powered by 3D point cloud data and advanced AI vision, the wireless mower detects and avoids over 300 types of lawn obstacles—from large outdoor furniture to small yard items. Continuous algorithm upgrades enhance recognition accuracy and safety, ensuring smooth, worry-free mowing for your family and pets.
All-Terrain Capability: Handles 45% Slopes, 23.6" Paths with Off-Road Wheels: The rear-wheel drive system and off-road wheels provide strong traction, climbing slopes up to 45% and overcoming obstacles up to 1.6" high and pits, with ease. It also handles uneven terrain, challenging weather, and maintains lawn-friendly operation.
Smart U-Shaped Mowing for Flawless Coverage: The mower mows every inch of your lawn using U-shaped path planning, ensuring even, precise cuts. When the battery runs low, the mower automatically returns to the charging station and resumes mowing exactly where it left off.

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YARBO Robot Lawn Mower Pro with Modular Design for Large Yard up to 6 Acres, Perimeter Wire Free APP Control Robotic Lawnmower with 0.8"-4.0" Cutting Height, AI Vision & RTK for Navigation

Powerful Dual Motor: Dual 300W motors with 2500W peak power deliver exceptional cutting strength. Perimeter wire free design ensures stable operation on large properties, easily handling thick grass, uneven patches and tough terrains—ideal for residential & commercial use.
Long-Lasting Battery: 38.4Ah high-capacity battery supports up to 120min runtime, covering 6 acres (25,000㎡) efficiently. Intelligent energy management reduces downtime, boosting productivity for large-scale mowing tasks (0.25 acres per charge).
Dual Blades for Heavy-Duty Mowing: Comes with standard razor blades + upgraded straight blades, adapting to dense overgrowth, wet grass and complex environments. Minimizes clogging, ensures clean even cuts, perfect for changing law conditions.
20-Inch Cut & 0.8"-4" Adjustable Height: 20-inch cutting width + 0.8"-4" adjustable height, customizable for different grass types & seasons. Wide deck improves efficiency, shortens mowing time while maintaining premium, consistent cutting results.
Smart App Control: Full app control for modern convenience. Set mowing schedules, define no-go zones and map multiple areas via smartphone. Automated lawn care saves time—maintains perfect lawn anytime, anywhere.(It can be controlled with a remote, but the remote needs to be purchased separately)

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