Product Reviews

One product at a time: thermostats, smart locks, smart plugs and more. What each does well, what it really costs and who should pick something else.

• Smart locks

  eufy Video Smart Lock E330 review: a smart lock and doorbell in one

  The eufy E330 combines a keyless deadbolt with a 2K doorbell camera and no required subscription.

  Our score 8.6/10 · Updated Sep 29, 2026
  
• Smart plugs

  Kasa KP125M vs EP25: is Matter worth paying extra for?

  Kasa’s KP125M adds Matter; the EP25 is cheaper and already works with HomeKit, Alexa and Google.

  Updated Sep 29, 2026
  
• Security cameras

  Wyze Cam v4 review: the budget camera to beat

  The Wyze Cam v4 records 2.5K video to a microSD card for free.

  Our score 8.7/10 · Updated Sep 28, 2026
  
• Smart speakers

  Echo Dot Max review: a speaker that doubles as your smart home hub

  The Echo Dot Max adds Zigbee, Thread and Matter radios and better sound to the Echo Dot.

  Our score 8.5/10 · Updated Sep 30, 2026
  
• Robot vacuums

  eufy X10 Pro Omni review: flagship features for much less

  The eufy X10 Pro Omni vacuums, mops, washes and dries its pads, and avoids obstacles with a camera.

  Our score 8.8/10 · Updated Sep 28, 2026
  
• Smart lighting

  Philips Hue vs WiZ: which smart bulbs should you buy?

  Both are made by Signify. Hue is the premium Zigbee system; WiZ is the budget Wi-Fi option. Here’s how to choose.

  Updated Sep 28, 2026
  
• Security cameras

  Blink vs Wyze: which budget security camera is right for you?

  Blink Outdoor 2K+ vs Wyze Cam v4: batteries or wires, subscription or microSD. How to choose the right budget camera.

  Updated Sep 28, 2026