Best Local Control Smart Home Hub for a House With No WiFi
The best local control smart home hub for a house with no WiFi. Five picks compared by protocol, offline automation and price tier. Check prices on Amazon.
Best Portable Power Station for a Night of Fridge and Router
The best portable power station for a night of fridge and router backup, from a 288Wh budget pick to a 3,584Wh whole-home unit. Compare and check prices.
Best Smoke Alarm for a Bedroom with a Loft Bed: 5 Picks That Fit Tight Spaces
Find the best smoke alarm for a bedroom with a loft bed. Compact, easy-mount picks compared by power, size, and price tier. Check prices on Amazon.
Best Plug In Smart Thermostat for a Flat with No Wiring
The best plug in smart thermostat for a flat with no wiring — five plug-and-play picks for renters, small flats and single-room heating, with no electrician needed.
ANNKE 2MP CCTV Camera Review: The $22 Add-On That Extends an Analog System
The ANNKE 2MP CCTV camera is a budget 4-in-1 analog bullet cam for existing DVR systems. See what it covers, what it needs, and who should skip it.
Best Smart Lock for a Household with a Lodger: 5 Picks That Keep Everyone’s Access Straight
The best smart lock for a household with a lodger: five picks with separate codes, app control and auto-lock, compared by access style and price tier.
Best Smart Bulbs for a Kitchen With a Single Pendant
The best smart bulbs for a kitchen with a single pendant, picked for color, brightness and voice control. Compare five picks and check prices.
Best Z-Wave Sensor for a Detached Garage with No Wi-Fi
Find the best Z-Wave sensor for a detached garage with no Wi-Fi. Five hub-based picks compared by range, mounting, and battery life. Check prices.
Best Router for a House with Thick Walls and a Dead Spot
We compare five routers built to punch through thick walls and kill dead spots — from a budget Wi-Fi 6 pick to a tri-band mesh system. See the picks.
