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Here you’ll find home automation and connected home reviews by Digital Trends’ expert reviewers, including home appliances and accessories that control your home remotely. This page is continually updated as new products enter the market.
Samsung Music Frame review: welcome to invisible audio
The Music Frame is the perfect speaker for folks who don't want a visible speaker in their room.
Nest Thermostat 2024 review: a fabulous fourth generation
The latest Nest Thermostat is a little more expensive, yes. But it's also more functional, plays nice with Apple HomeKit — and it's simply gorgeous.
Google TV Streamer review: Chromecast hits the awkward preteen years
Google TV Streamer builds on the long legacy of Chromecast with a device that's set to forge the way for the next several years, at least.
Beatbot Aquasense Pro review: simple setup, spotless results
Beatbot's Aquasense Pro pool cleaner performs better and been more reliably than the competition, but comes at a steep price.
Dreame L40 Ultra review: beyond expectations
The Dreame L40 Ultra is excellent for all types of floors, thanks to a powerful mopping system that can be automatically removed when it travels on carpet.
Narwal Freo Z Ultra review: forget about your floors
The Narwal Freo Z Ultra is a big step foward from the Freo X Ultra, offering better cleaning skills and requiring little manual input.
Skylight Cal Max review: a streamlined smart display alternative
If you can stomach the price, the Skylight Cal Max makes it easy to streamline your chores, meal prepping, and upcoming events.
Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam review: spinning in circles
The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam nails all the basics, but it does little to push the envelope and deliver a unique experience.
Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo review: swinging mops make a difference
The Ecovacs T30S uses a swinging mop to better clean your floors, and a bonus handheld vacuum helps tackle other parts of your home.
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra review: an innovative and automated robot vacuum
The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra picked up new mopping and vacuuming skills that make it one of the most exciting robot vacuums you can buy.
Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo review: bundled for better cleaning
The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo is the same robot vacuum as the X2 Omni, but the inclusion of a cordless vacuum makes it easier than ever to keep your home clean.
Blink Mini 2 review: an affordable security cam that nails the basics
The Blink Mini 2 nails all of the basics, but it lacks premium features found on more expensive security cameras.
Ring Battery Doorbell Pro review: a convenient, capable battery-powered option
The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is packed with premium features without the need for cumbersome wires, making it one of the best video doorbells.
Narwal Freo X Ultra review: shaking up the robot vacuum formula
The Narwal Freo X Ultra isn't afraid to stray from the typical robot vacuum blueprint, and in doing so it outshines many competitors.
Amazon Echo Hub review: a smart remote for your wall
The Amazon Echo Hub gives you the buttons to finally stop relying on Alexa, but its interface comes with its own quirks.
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ review: a tale of two robots
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ uses an innovative swinging mop arm to keep carpets dry, but it stumbles on basic features you'd expect from a robot this expensive.
Senic MoodPlay review: a fun but pricey toy for the Sonos fan who has everything
Senic's MoodPlay is like a digital turntable for Sonos, giving you access to your favorite music with a tap of a card.
The Amazon Echo Show 8 looks like a photo frame, kicks like a boombox
Spatial audio and a smart home hub help elevate the new Echo Show 8 above its predecessors, but it's a modest refresh.
Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni review: hitting the ceiling
The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni is one of the best robot vacuums on the market, even if it only makes incremental improvements over the existing T20 Omni.
Enabot EBO X review: A smart, but flawed robot companion
The Enabot EBO X robot companion is rough around the edges, but it offers tons of cool smart home features that make it a compelling addition to your family.
Amazon Echo Show 5 review: the third gen’s the charm
The 2023 Echo Show 5 is a fine update to the smallest Alexa smart display, but we'd probably wait for it to go on sale.
Amazon Echo Pop Review: a perfectly priced Alexa
The Amazon Echo Pop is the least expensive way to get into the Alexa ecosystem — and you basically get what you pay for. Which is good.
Ecovacs Deebot T10 Omni review: impressive cleaning, almost automated
The Ecovacs Deebot T10 Omni is a powerful robot vacuum that's held back by its lack of automation. Still, it might be a great option for certain households.
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra review: set it and forget it
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is a remarkable robot that automates all your floor-cleaning needs. It's expensive, but there is no doubt that it's worth every penny.
Hatch Restore 2 review: restful nights and relaxing mornings
The Hatch Restore 2 makes it easy to unwind at night and start each day fully rested. It's a bit pricey, but it no doubt deserves a spot on your nightstand.
Ring Spotlight Cam Pro review: get a bird’s eye view of your yard
The Ring Spotlight Cam Pro uses radar for super-accurate motion detection, with advanced notification options that help cut down on notification spam.
Govee Smart Air Quality Monitor review: Simple but effective
With a low price and sleek design, the Govee Smart Air Quality Monitor is a great pick if you're on a budget -- even if it's missing some important features.
Moonside Lamp One review: A futuristic lamp that’s lacking some smarts
The Moonside Lamp One produces stunning light shows with access to 16 million colors. However, its smartphone app and connectivity leave much to be desired.
WEGYM Rally X3 Pro review: a data-rich exercise routine
We put the WEGYM Rally X3 Pro to the test to see just how well these smart resistance bands work. See if they're as smart as they should be.
Yeedi Mop Station Pro review: great on paper, needs work in practice
Robot vacuum-mops are all the rage, and when they cost less than others, it's enticing. But does this one deliver on cleaning power?
2022 Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th Gen) review: supersmart personal assistant speaker
Need an Alexa device for a bedroom or as a satellite option? Here's what we think of the 2022 Echo Dot with Clock.
Personal Rise Garden review: grow greens in your kitchen
The Personal Rise Garden works with Alexa and can teach you how to care for the greens and veggies you grow. But is it worth the price?
Yale Assure Lock 2 review: smarter than your average smart lock
The Yale Assure Lock 2 brings a bounty of features to your front door. It's a bit pricey, but you're getting a lot of high-end functionality for your money.
