Smart Home

Let CNET help you find the right smart home gear to keep your home more comfortable, more convenient, and more secure.

Save time

From doing the chores for you to keeping your hands free for other tasks, these smart home gadgets are our favorites when it comes to putting time back into your day.

Save money

Investing in a more connected home could repay you in the long run. Here are some of the best examples.

Stay safe

Yes, shopping for the best home security system can be a confusing headache. Fortunately, we've done a lot of the legwork for you.

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Smart Home Virtual Tour

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Smart House

We transformed this house in Louisville into a living lab to test smart home products.

Smart Apartment

We're testing the latest connected home devices, so you can find landlord-friendly ways to smarten up your rental.

Guide to Smart Living

Find out how to connect, download and get the most out of your smart home devices. See how-to's for products from brands like Google, Amazon and more.

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Browse the devices that will work with your voice assistant device or other smart home platform.

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