Smart home reviews, tested in my own house.
In-depth, honest reviews of smart home gear — written to expand on the videos, not just repeat them.
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Aqara U600 Review: A Smart Lock for UK Multipoint Doors with Apple Home Key
I’ve had the Aqara U600 fitted to my back door for about a month now, and I’ll be honest, I like it…
New Video – Is the Aqara U600 the ultimate UK smart lock? My 1-month review
Is the Aqara U600 the right smart lock for your home? I have been testing this new model…
New Video – Aqara P1 Motion Sensor Limited by Built-in Light Sensor
The Aqara P1 motion sensor has a great range and is responsive, but it's limited in its use…
New Video – Is This the Perfect Way to Control Heating? | Home Assistant
Build the perfect Home Assistant heating setup for your home. Configure your temperature setpoints and modes for total…
Home Assistant Heating Setup: Room Schedules, Geofencing and Smart TRVs
If you’ve ever come home to a freezing house, or realised the heating has been blasting all day…
New Video – How to Build the Perfect Smart Heating System | Home Assistant
Create a professional Home Assistant heating setup for your home. Learn the configuration process for a more efficient…
New Video – Aqara P1 Motion Sensor Lowest Sensitivity Setting for Pets
Discover how to use the Aqara P1 motion sensor with pets in mind. Learn about the lowest sensitivity…
Aqara Motion Sensor P1 Review: Cheap, Reliable, One Big Catch
The Aqara Motion Sensor P1 is one of the cheapest motion sensors you can buy right now, often…
New Video – Aqara P1 Motion Sensor – Budget smart home sensor at £15 — But watch this first
Is the Aqara P1 motion sensor worth the £15 price tag? See how to configure this motion sensor…
New Video – Is The Aqara FP400 The Best Sensor For Your Smart Home?
Don’t buy the Aqara FP400 until you see this review. I am testing if this new spatial multi-sensor…