Hearthwise is an independent editorial lab dedicated to the connected home. We test, compare, and rank the devices worth your attention — so you can build a smarter home with confidence.
Three devices our team keeps reaching for — chosen on merit, not on margin.
Every device is set up, lived with, and judged in real homes — not on a press tour.
From smart plugs to thermostats, hubs, sensors, lighting and security cameras.
We score on a 5-point scale anchored to setup, reliability, and long-term performance.
No paid placements. No sponsored rankings. Editorial control sits with our reviewers.
Specs, scores and verdicts laid out so you can decide in seconds — not hours.
| Rank | Image | Product | Category | Rating | Features | Pros / Cons | Review |
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Govee RGBIC Ambient TV Backlight
Govee
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Ambient Backlight | 4.5 / 5.0 | 6 | +7 / -3 | Read Review |
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Yeelight Smart LED Desk Lamp
Yeelight
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Smart Desk Lamp | 4.5 / 5.0 | 7 | +7 / -3 | Read Review |
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Reolink Argus 3 Pro Camera
Reolink
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Security Camera | 4.5 / 5.0 | 7 | +7 / -3 | Read Review |
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Reolink RLC-810A PoE Camera
Reolink
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Security Camera | 4.5 / 5.0 | 7 | +7 / -3 | Read Review |
| #5 |  |
Shelly Plus 1 Smart Relay
Shelly
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Smart Relay | 4.5 / 5.0 | 7 | +7 / -3 | Read Review |
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Xiaomi$23$30The Xiaomi Mi Smart Plug WiFi is a compact and efficient device designed to bring smart home convenience to your everyday applianc…
Xiaomi$22$31The Xiaomi Mijia Smart Bulb offers a versatile and affordable lighting solution designed for modern smart homes. It features adjus…
Aqara$240$284The Xiaomi Aqara Smart Door Lock is a premium security device designed to integrate seamlessly into your smart home ecosystem. Fea…
Aqara$114$145The Aqara Hub M2 Gateway is a versatile and reliable smart home hub designed to be the central control point for your Aqara and Zi…
Aqara$24$35The Aqara Motion Sensor P1 is an advanced smart home device designed to enhance your home automation experience through precise mo…
Aqara$27$38The Aqara Door Window Sensor is a compact, reliable smart home device designed to monitor the status of doors and windows in your …
Tuya$23$29The Tuya Smart Plug Energy Monitor is a versatile and reliable smart home device designed to control and monitor your appliances w…
Tuya$96$134The Tuya Zigbee Smart Gateway Hub is a versatile and efficient smart home controller designed to centralize and streamline your sm…
Sonoff$25$33The Sonoff Basic R2 WiFi Switch is an affordable and compact smart switch designed to bring remote control capabilities to a wide …
Sonoff$41$49The Sonoff Mini R2 Smart Switch is a compact and versatile device designed to upgrade traditional home lighting and appliances int…
Sonoff$113$139The Sonoff NSPanel Smart Scene Panel is a versatile and interactive control hub designed to streamline your smart home experience.…
Sonoff$19$23The Sonoff SNZB-02 Zigbee Sensor is a versatile and compact smart home device designed to enhance your home's security and automat…
Sonoff$56$79The Sonoff TX Ultimate Touch Switch is a sleek and modern smart home device designed to bring convenience and style to your lighti…
Sonoff$31$41The Sonoff RF Bridge 433MHz is a versatile smart home device designed to bridge the gap between 433MHz RF devices and Wi-Fi enable…
Govee$48$59The Govee RGBIC Ambient TV Backlight is a premium smart lighting solution designed to enhance your TV viewing experience with dyna…
BlitzWolf$32$41The BlitzWolf BW-SHP13 Smart Plug is a versatile and reliable device designed to bring convenience and energy efficiency to your s…
BlitzWolf$60$81The BlitzWolf BW-IS3 Smart Doorbell is a versatile and reliable smart home device designed to enhance home security and convenienc…
Meross$20$29The Meross Smart Plug Mini WiFi is a compact and versatile smart home device designed to add convenience and control to your every…
Meross$103$139The Meross Smart Garage Door Opener is an innovative device designed to modernize your garage experience by allowing remote contro…
Meross$65$86The Meross MSS425F Smart Power Strip is a versatile and reliable addition to any smart home setup, designed to provide intelligent…
Yeelight$18$22The Yeelight Smart LED Bulb is a versatile and affordable smart lighting solution designed to enhance modern homes with customizab…
Yeelight$110$145The Yeelight Arwen Ceiling Light is a premium smart home lighting solution designed to enhance any living space with customizable …
Yeelight$87$105The Yeelight Smart LED Desk Lamp is a sleek and modern lighting solution designed to enhance productivity and comfort in any works…
Yeelight$150$192The Yeelight Meteorite Smart Pendant is a stylish and innovative smart lighting solution designed to enhance modern living spaces.…
NOUS$41$53The NOUS Smart Power Strip is a versatile and intelligent solution for managing multiple electronic devices in any smart home envi…
Digoo$133$187The Digoo DG-HOSA Smart Home Kit offers a comprehensive entry point into home automation, combining convenience, security, and ene…
Digoo$100$138The Digoo BB-M2 Smart Doorbell Camera is a compact and affordable smart home device designed to enhance home security and convenie…
Reolink$80$111The Reolink E1 Pro Indoor Camera is a versatile smart home device designed to provide clear, high-quality video monitoring for ind…
Reolink$101$146The Reolink Argus 3 Pro is a versatile wireless security camera designed for both indoor and outdoor use. It features impressive 2…
Reolink$132$159The Reolink RLC-810A PoE Camera is a high-performance security camera designed to meet the needs of both residential and commercia…
Imou$68$90The Imou Bullet 2 Security Camera is a versatile and user-friendly outdoor surveillance camera designed to provide reliable home s…
Imou$72$89The Imou Ranger 2 Indoor Camera is a versatile and user-friendly security camera designed for home monitoring. It offers 1080p Ful…
Imou$84$113The Imou Cue 2 WiFi Camera is a compact and user-friendly smart home security device designed to keep your home safe with minimal …
Wyze$137$190The Wyze Cam V3 Smart Camera is a versatile and affordable security camera designed for both indoor and outdoor use. It features a…
TP-Link$64$77The TP-Link Tapo C200 Indoor Camera is a versatile and budget-friendly smart home surveillance device designed for indoor use. It …
TP-Link$29$42The TP-Link Tapo P110 Smart Plug offers an affordable and reliable way to bring smart control to your home appliances. Designed fo…
TP-Link$15$21The TP-Link Tapo L530E Smart Bulb is an affordable and versatile smart lighting solution designed to enhance your home ambiance wi…
TP-Link$85$124The TP-Link Tapo H200 Smart Hub is a versatile and user-friendly smart home hub designed to centralize and streamline your connect…
Philio$18$26The Philio Smart Door Sensor is a compact and reliable device designed to enhance your home security system by monitoring door act…
Zemismart$193$232The Zemismart Zigbee Smart Curtain Motor is a versatile and efficient device designed to automate your curtains with ease and prec…
Zemismart$138$188The Zemismart Tuya WiFi Roller Blind offers a seamless integration of smart technology with home window treatments, providing conv…
Zemismart$28$35The Zemismart Smart Light Switch offers a seamless way to integrate smart control into your home lighting system without needing t…
Moes$109$143The Moes Smart WiFi Thermostat offers a modern and convenient way to control home heating and cooling systems. Designed for compat…
Moes$39$53The Moes Zigbee Smart Dimmer Switch is a versatile and user-friendly smart home device designed to seamlessly control your lightin…
Moes$25$34The Moes Smart Water Leak Sensor is a reliable and efficient device designed to protect your home from water damage. It offers ear…
SASWELL$171$211The SASWELL SAS920 Smart Thermostat is a versatile and user-friendly device designed to bring intelligent climate control to your …
Broadlink$39$52The Broadlink RM4 Pro IR Blaster is a versatile smart home device designed to consolidate control of your infrared and RF applianc…
Broadlink$33$45The Broadlink SP3 Smart Plug is a compact and reliable device designed to transform your standard appliances into smart home gadge…
Broadlink$21$29The Broadlink BG1 Smart Socket is an affordable and versatile smart plug designed to integrate easily into any smart home ecosyste…
Shelly$40$50The Shelly Plus 1 Smart Relay is a versatile and compact device designed to transform traditional electrical circuits into smart, …
Shelly$25$33The Shelly Plug S Energy Monitor is a compact and powerful smart plug designed for smart home enthusiasts who want to control and …
Shelly$27$34The Shelly 1PM Smart Switch is a compact and versatile device designed to bring intelligent control and energy monitoring to your …
Orvibo$105$137The Orvibo Smart Home Hub is designed to be the central command center for your smart home ecosystem. Compatible with a wide range…
Orvibo$23$30The Orvibo S20 WiFi Smart Plug is a versatile and user-friendly device designed to bring convenience and automation to your home a…
Koogeek$28$37The Koogeek Smart Plug HomeKit is a reliable and user-friendly smart home device designed to seamlessly integrate with Apple's Hom…
NEO Coolcam$26$35The NEO Coolcam Smart PIR Sensor is a compact and efficient motion detector designed for seamless integration into smart home ecos…
