Smart Home Directory
Find the right smart home device for every room in your house.
HomeGearLab is a hand-curated, filterable directory of smart home gear — sorted by room, ecosystem, and what it actually does well.
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Find what fits where you spend your time.
Featured devices
Our editors' current top picks.
Philips Hue White & Color A19 Starter Kit
16 million colors, rock-solid app, hub-grade reliability.
Amazon Echo (4th Gen)
Alexa's best-sounding speaker doubles as a full smart home hub.
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen)
Learns your schedule and saves energy automatically.
From the blog
Guides and explainers for setting up a smarter home.
Smart Home Security in 2026: How to Protect Every Room With the Right Devices
A practical 2026 guide to smart home security: how to cover every room and entry point with the right devices, hubs, and routines for confident protection.
The Best Smart Home Devices of 2026: A Room-by-Room Buyer's Guide
Discover the best smart home devices of 2026, chosen room by room. A practical buyer's guide to lighting, security, climate, and voice control for every home.
Smart Home Hub Guide 2026: How to Pick the Right One for Your Home
A practical smart home hub guide for 2026: what a hub does, when you need one, how the main types compare, and how to choose the right one for your setup.
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