Smart Home Reviews
Once a fable, the smart home is now attainable for many. Though, since all homes are different, there’s no one-size-fits-all method for finding the best smart home devices. Our reviews of the latest smart thermostats, smart speakers, and security systems will help you figure out what’s right for you. And as smart assistants, like Amazon’s Alexa and the Google Assistant, grow in capability, we put them to task to see just how helpful they are.
It has a built-in laser, Alexa support, and more
Sonos’ first portable speaker is more comfortable at home than on the go
8
Verge Score
The new Nest Hub Max is a bigger version of the excellent Nest Hub with a few new tricks up its sleeve
The right size, features, and price make the Echo Show 5 tough to beat
Facebook’s video calling device demands lots of trust for little return
Google’s latest Home device is the perfect digital photo frame for your Google Photos library
New screen, same Show
Secure your home without breaking the bank
The GLAS smart thermostat is missing some key features
Ring’s new home security system trades some flash for more value
Alexa turns out to be a good match for your living room
Nest’s first video doorbell impresses, but the companion smart lock isn’t a necessity
‘Alexa, are you watching me?’
The new Echo’s best feature is its price
A smart speaker for Microsoft’s world
Most Popular
- Meta’s historic loss in court could cost a lot more than $375 million
- Apple raises the Mac Mini’s starting price
- How the internet’s favorite squirrel dad made the hottest camera app of 2026
- These reusable digital Polaroids are a clever way to cover a fridge in memories
- AI music is flooding streaming services — but who wants it?