Smart devices

Raise your home’s IQ with the best smart home devices, from security cameras and Wi-Fi locks to cutting edge light bulbs.

Smart home gadgets let you do things such as turn your lights on from your smartphone, stream music to a speaker using Alexa, lock your doors remotely, clean your house, and much more. But these devices are about more than just convenience. They can also help you save on heating and energy costs, let you know if someone’s trying to break in, or notify you when there’s some other emergency.

To what extent you invest in your smart home is really down to you, and you can personalize it to your level of comfort. To help you begin on your smart home journey we’ve read the reviews and curated a list of devices that we believe are the best smart home products on the market.

Best Smart Home Devices at a Glance:

• Best smart doorbell: Ring Video Doorbell 2. For peace of mind on your porch
• Best smart speaker: Amazon Echo (2nd Gen). Amazon’s flagship smart speaker delivers great sound at an attractive price.
• Best smart display: Google Nest Hub Max. A great new entry into the world of display-led speakers.
• Best smart lighting: Philips Hue. iPhone-controlled lightbulbs anyone?
• Best smart thermostat: Nest Thermostat E. Cheaper than the Nest Learning Thermostat, but just as smart.
• Best smart security camera: Netgear Arlo Pro 3. Pricey but professional cameras for the home.
• Best smart plug: Belkin WeMo Insight Smart Plug. An excellent smart plug that monitors energy usage.
• Best smart lock: August Smart Lock Pro. Bulky and expensive, but ultimately well worth the cash.
• Best smart smoke detector: Nest Protect. Get emergency alerts on your phone, anywhere in the world.

When you are building a new home, it is a great opportunity to utilise the latest technology and incorporate it into your design. We hope this list has given you a good starting point in creating a smart home that enhances your lifestyle. Happy shopping!