Smart Home Buyer’s Guide

By Susan Misuraca Updated 05/01/2024

In the 207th episode, David and Donna share the best smart home gear of the year. From smart locks, lights, and thermostats, to the best smart pet and kitchen gear, they uncover the gadgets most worth the investment.

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Gear referred to in this episode:

Arlo Essential Wireless Doorbell ($129.99)
Belkin Wemo Smart Plug ($39)
Nanoleaf Elements ($249.99)
Philips Starter Kit: 2 E26 Smart Bulbs (60 W) + Dimmer Switch ($159.99)
Nanoleaf Matter A19 | E26 Smart Bulb ($14.99)
Yale Assure Lock 2 (from $159.99)
ECOVACS: DEEBOT T20 OMNI ($1,089)
Arlo Pro 5S 2K Wireless Security Camera ($249.99)
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium ($249.99)
Ecobee Smart DoorbellCam ($159.99)
Leo’s Loo Too ($649.99)
Halo Collar 3 ($699)
Spicy Hay Cables ($24)
Petsafe Smart Feed Automatic Dog and Cat Feeder, 2nd Generation ($129.95)
Aerogarden Bounty ($229.95)
Chef iQ Smart Pressure Cooker ($199.99)
Petsafe Smart Feed Automatic Dog and Cat Feeder, 2nd Generation ($129.95)
Eufy Smart Lock ($399 often aggressively on sale)
Fi collar ($120/year)
SimpleHuman Voice + Motion Dual Compartment Sensor Can ($300)

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Susan Misuraca

Susan Misuraca is a Content & Customer Support Specialist at iPhone Life. She loves putting her 8 years of customer service to use setting customers at ease, listening to their needs, and finding effective solutions to their issues. In her free time, Susan brings that same passion for providing an exceptional customer experience to Noble House, the kava bar she runs with her husband Brian in Fairfield, Iowa. Susan is a devoted dog owner, and when she’s not working, she enjoys walking in the park with her furry companions.

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