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Wyze Light Strip Pro in pink.

Wyze Light Strip Pro Review: Bang-for-the-buck light shows

Need to spruce up the look of a room? The Wyze Light Strip Pro can display up to 16 colors at a time.
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Twinkly Line review: Dazzling light show, short on length

The Twinkly Line not only changes colors but there are special effects to choose from to make this LED light strip dazzling to the eyes.
Wyze Cordless Vacuum

Wyze Cordless Vacuum Review: Packs a budget-friendly punch

The Wyze Cordless Vacuum is one of the most affordable vacuum cleaners on the market, combining powerful cleaning with effective air filtration.
Govee Glide wall light installed above couch on wall.

Govee Glide Wall Light Review: Simple on designs, big on light patterns

Got open space on a wall? Then add a bit of flair with some dazzling light patterns using the Govee Glide Wall Light. Best of all, you won't spend a fortune.
The Canary Pro on a table.

Canary Pro review: Decent performance, high cost

The Canary Pro is a self-monitored home security system, but its subscription service costs a pretty penny.
Govee Hexa Glide Light Panels installed on wall behind desk.

Govee Glide Hexa Light Panel review: Great lighting, cluttered app

The Govee Glide Hexa Light Panels provide a colorful backdrop for your home, complete with music sync out of the box. Are they worth taking the plunge?
A Etekcity Smart Nutrition Scale measuring a bowl of blueberries.

Etekcity Smart Nutrition Scale review: data-rich tracking

The Etekcity ESN00 Smart Nutrition Scale tracks all the nutritional data you could want. We just wish it was more intuitive to use.
Ikea Starkvind air purifier

Ikea Starkvind air purifier review: Unique and functional

The Ikea Starkvind combines a unique design with smart functionality to become more than just an air purifier.
Maytag MHW6630HC0

Maytag MHW6630HC0 4.8 Cubic Feet Front Load Washer review

Did you forget that you started a load of wash until the next day? No need to worry about the moldy smell with Maytag’s 16-Hour Fresh Hold Feature. The Maytag front load washer has tons of useful features, but how good is it at cleaning your clothes and fighting tough stains?
Samsung Jet Bot AI+ on hardwoord floor.

Samsung Jet Bot AI+ Review: Home security on wheels is finally here

Home security is about to change thanks to the Samsung Jet Bot AI+, which patrols the home when you're away.
The Twinkly Dots can spruce up any room.

Twinkly Dots review: Nice to look at, but nothing new

The Twinkly Dots have a unique design and look nice when set up, but don't bring new functionality to the table.
Nest Hub Max Hands-On Review

Nest Hub Max hands-on review

Google's new Nest Hub Max has a bigger screen and better speakers, but the camera is the real headline feature, and the clever tricks it enables will make you want a Max in your home. Read our hands-on review for more.
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Govee Lyra Smart Floor Lamp Review: A mesmerizing, futuristic light show

Smart lamps come in different options, but the Govee Lyra has a dazzling light show that can emit several colors simultaneously for a futuristic light show.
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Google Nest Mini (2nd Gen) review: Even faster, even smarter

We tested the Nest Mini to see how it stacks up against the rest of the pint-sized smart speaker pack. Here’s our full review of the Nest Mini 2nd Generation.
A Roborock S4 Max with a charger sitting the right.

Roborock S4 Max review: Multi-floor, room-by-room cleaning

Looking for a dedicated robot vacuum to help keep dirt or pet hair at bay? We tried the Roborock S4 Max to see what it can do and how well it cleans.
Govee Neon Rope Light

Govee Neon Rope Light review: Colorful spaghetti noodles for your wall

The Govee Neon Rope Light is a flexible, colorful light strip that can be used to spell out letters or create light-up patterns on your wall.
A iRobot Roomba e5 sits on the floor.

iRobot Roomba e5 review: Superb and affordable

Shopping for a robot vacuum on a budget? We put this lower-cost Roomba to the test.
Ring Video Doorbell installed on a home.

Ring Video Doorbell 4 review: A no-fuss, all-around top contender

What’s new and different about the Ring Video Doorbell 4? The company has an overcrowded lineup, but don't be too quick to dismiss this latest video doorbell.
Wyze Home Monitoring components

Wyze Home Monitoring review: Great savings, gaps to fill

Protecting your home means all threats need to be addressed. The Wyze Home Monitoring system offers 24/7 monitoring powered by Noonlight at an affordable cost.
Lockly Duo Smart Lock

Lockly Duo Smart Lock Review: Steep price for convenience

The Lockly Duo replaces both your doorknob and the deadbolt in one unit. It's great to use, but is it ultimately worth the price?
Samsung Jet 90 Complete Cordless Stick Vacuum handheld

Samsung Jet 90 Complete Cordless Stick Vacuum Review: Dust can’t flee this one

Automatic disposal systems are coming to cordless vacuums, and the Samsung Jet 90 Complete Stick Cordless Vacuum is one of the first to offer one.
The Neato D10 is the latest flagship robot vacuum from Neato.

Neato D10 Review: Putting the D in deep clean

The Neato D10 provides a better, deeper clean than the competition thanks to its unique shape and versatile cleaning modes.
ILIFE A10 Robot Vacuum on floor

iLife A10 Robot Vacuum Review: A smarter bot that still needs babysitting

Low-cost robot vacuums are no longer just basic models, as the iLife A10 proves with its built-in lidar to help it navigate around your home.
Netatmo Video Doorbell mounted on brick

Netatmo Smart Video Doorbell Review: Aiming too high

The Netatmo Video Doorbell is a great entry into the video doorbell space, but its price is too high.
Awair Glow review

Awair Glow review

Our Awair Glow review: A great smart home gadget at a good price, it monitors air quality and can activate appliances.
Honeywell Lyric T5 review

Honeywell Lyric T5 review

The Honeywell Lyric T5 isn’t the prettiest or smartest, but adds app-based control and geo-fencing to the classic digital thermostat without breaking the bank
The Wyze Scale S provides numerous health metrics with each weigh-in.

Wyze Scale S review: Highly functional and affordable

The Wyze Scale S is an affordable, easy-to-use smart scale that gives a large amount of information and is perfect for the average user.
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Amazon Echo Plus (2nd gen) review

Amazon’s second-generation Echo Plus speaker is the loudest, bassiest speaker in the Echo fleet. While featuring a smart hub with only Zigbee connectivity, other upgrades make this device a worthy smart speaker. We took the device for a whirl around the smart home to see how it fares against other speakers in the space.
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Safe by Hub6 review

If paying your monthly alarm monitoring fees has got you seeing red but you don’t want to scrap your perfectly good alarm system, we’ve got good news. The $250 Safe by Hub6 lets your alarm talk to you directly without monthly fees. You’ll need to do some basic wiring, but the annual savings are worth it.
Dyson Outsize Absolute + being used on a kitchen floor.

Dyson Outsize Absolute+ review: The ultimate stick vac

Wondering if lasers on your vacuum are a gimmick? Turns out they're not. Find out what lasers bring to the Dyson Outsize Absolute+.
upright go s review case

Upright Go S review: Posture trainer delivers on all its promises

Anyone who works at a desk worries about slouching, but how can you prevent it? Upright Go S aims to nudge you when you lean and gamify great posture.
Tineco-Floor-ONE-S5 washing floor

Tineco Floor One S5 review: A dual vac and mop with the power to scrub

Sometimes an automated robot vacuum and mop can only get you so far and you need the manual power of an upright. Does Tineco Floor One S5 deliver?
Netatmo Camera with siren up on a wall.

Netatmo Outdoor Camera with Siren review: Tunnel vision

The Netatmo Outdoor Camera with siren does some smart things with AI and app functionality, but the hardware is a bit outdated looking, and fundamentally flawed.
A Roborock Dyad cleans up spilled cereal on a hardwood floor.

Roborock Dyad review: A budget wet-dry vacuum for those who hate dirt

The Roborock Dyad is an affordable wet-dry vacuum that'll clean every nook and cranny in your kitchen. It effectively handles the dirt so you don't have to.
The Govee Immersion Kit enhances on-screen content.

Govee Immersion Kit review: Making TV watching a more colorful experience

The Govee Immersion Kit extends the colors of your TV screen to the wall around it, drawing you deeper into anything you watch.
The Echo Show 15 is the largest smart display yet.

Amazon Echo Show 15 review: A big screen with widgets we didn’t know we needed

The Amazon Echo Show 15 combines a large screen and a suite of different widgets to become one of the most useful smart displays yet.
BodyGuardz 360 Camera in a hotel

BodyGuardz 360 review: Useful utility for on-the-go security

The BodyGuardz 360 is a powerful, portable camera plagued by numerous minor issues, the majority of which could be solved with a software update.
Ring Video Doorbell 2 review

Ring Video Doorbell 2 review

The Ring Video Doorbell 2 may lack the style and sophistication of premium door-dingers, but few can match its simplicity and versatility. The device, available in both wired and wireless configurations, is easy to set up and adds instant security to your front door. Find out more in our full review.