Smart Home Reviews
Editors' Choice
We review hundreds of products in a wide range of categories each year. Here's the best of the best in smart homes.
Schlage Encode review
Easy to install and easy on the eye, Schlage Encode’s integrated Wi-Fi and third-party platform support make it a fine choice for the smart home. We took it for a test run to see how well it worked. See Full Review »
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Arlo Chime Review
- Compact and stylish
- Versatile wired or wireless configuration
- Easy installation
- Two-way chat and pre-recorded messages
- Nifty silent mode feature with voicemail
- No integrated video camera
- Requires existing Arlo camera system
- Not compatible with all Arlo cameras
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8
Arlo Ultra Smart Camera (VMS5140) Review
- Beautifully crafted hardware design
- Weatherproof and wireless for indoor/outdoor use
- Fabulous 180-degree field of vision with little…
- Decent two-way audio
- 4K UHD image clarity
- Some features unavailable when using 4K video…
- No ability to view locally stored video without…
- Double-tiered subscription required for 4K cloud…
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8
Google Home Mini Review
- Individual voice recognition gives tailored…
- Seamlessly integrates all the features of the…
- Affordable, compact, and attractive
- Improved AI that responds quickly
- Poor hands-free calling sound quality
- Lacks high-quality sound
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8
Amazon Echo Spot Review
- Cute, sleek looking device
- Intuitive controls
- User-friendly
- Alexa keeps getting smarter
- Video camera could be a privacy issue
- Wish it had a USB port
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8
Google Home Hub Review
- Easy smart home control
- No camera on device
- Small size means it can be placed anywhere
- Doubles as a digital photo frame
- Affordable
- No camera means no video chatting
- Poor sound quality
- Screen is too small for media consumption
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7
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery Review
- Indoor or outdoor usage
- Battery operated - no unsightly wires
- Mounting hardware included
- Extremely versatile
- Battery must be charged occasionally
- Monthly fees for premium features
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8
Philips Hue Outdoor Sensor Review
- Weatherproof
- Wireless connectivity
- Battery-powered with two years of operating time
- Easy mount and configuration
- Easy, versatile controls
- No rechargeable battery
- Bridge is required
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9
Kwikset Kevo Convert Review
- Easy installation
- Comprehensive instructions
- Friendly app control
- Smartphone lock control
- Guest access for family and friends
- Limited features
- Requires $100 gateway add-on for remote access and…
- Pricier than competitors with better features
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7