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.
Latest
New Video – I Tested the Dual Protocol Smart Plug. Here’s What Happened
Choosing between Matter vs Zigbee for your smart plug setup is easier than you think. Learn which protocol fits your home network. Purchase here: https://geni.us/uEop3z This guide breaks…
Aqara H2 UK Power Plug Review: Is It Worth £33?
Aqara has turned up late to the UK smart plug party. Every other brand has had a plug…
New Video – Aqara H2 UK Plug: Late to the Game, But Is It Better?
Is the Aqara H2 UK smart plug worth the wait? See if this high-quality device fits your UK…
New Video – Your smart home is broken without this #homeassistant #smarthome #diy
Boost your Home Assistant range by setting up a Bluetooth proxy. Reliable signal coverage is now simple to…
New Video – SwitchBot Smart Home Setup | Custom Display Integration
Learn how to enable the SwitchBot API and generate your SwitchBot API key to integrate custom screens into…
Fixing the 3 Biggest Annoyances With the SwitchBot E-Ink Home Dashboard
I’ve been living with the SwitchBot E-Ink Home Dashboard on my kitchen wall for a while now, and…
New Video – Switchbot Display Gets Smarter with Home Assistant | Switchbot EInk Display Tips
Upgrade your SwitchBot e-ink display with custom scripts. Get more from your smart home by adding camera feeds…
New Video – SwitchBot E-Ink Display Custom Widgets That Actually Work #automation #gadget
Build your perfect custom dashboard to organise your day at a glance. Learn how to use templates to…
New Video – Bluetooth Proxy Stick vs ESP32 Development Board #homeassistant #comparison #diy
Boost your Home Assistant range with a simple Bluetooth proxy. Learn how to use an inexpensive ESP32 microcontroller…
Simple Bluetooth Proxy Setup in Home Assistant (The Easy and Reliable Method)
If you’re running Home Assistant without built-in Bluetooth support, setting up Bluetooth devices can quickly become frustrating. This…