
Here at Tom's Guide, we review and test out the best smart home devices throughout the year. From the best smart lights to smart thermostats, these connected gadgets are rapidly evolving thanks to advanced sensors and AI learning capabilities that identify your habits. This helps them automatically create a more convenient and connected living space.
You can see this in something as simple as the way the best robot vacuums study your environment and suggest cleaning schedules. On the other hand, a smart thermostat or motion sensor adjusts climate and lighting when you enter or leave a room. Meanwhile, the rise of universal protocol Matter connects each device seamlessly so they're easy to control and talk regardless of brand. With all of these advancements, we're not far off from the ambient, self-serving smart home of the future.