🏆 Best Smart Home of 2026
Every product below has been hands-on tested by our team. Scores are 100% independent — brands can't pay for placement. See our methodology →
ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Editor's Score: 88/100
The best thermostat — radar occupancy sensor, air quality, Siri/Alexa built in
Roborock Qrevo Pro
Editor's Score: 87/100
Robot vacuum + mop that empties, washes and dries itself
Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2
Editor's Score: 85/100
Top-tier video doorbell with head-to-toe video and 3D motion
Arlo Pro 5S Security Camera
Editor's Score: 84/100
Wire-free 2K camera with 8 months of battery life
Google Nest Thermostat
Editor's Score: 83/100
Simple, affordable smart thermostat that pays for itself
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Amazon Echo Dot (5th gen)
Editor's Score: 82/100
The cheap smart speaker that starts every smart home
Google Nest Hub Max
Editor's Score: 81/100
Smart display that runs the whole house — cameras, doorbell, photos