When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. BotsLab 4-Cam W510 System review: This security package doesn't deliver Four 4K cameras, a base station with expandable local storage, and no subscription required, So, what's the catch? This four-camera system impresses with solid video quality and expandable local storage, but only when those cameras are in such close range that they probably won't provide full coverage of your property. Outfitting your home with outdoor security cameras can get complicated--and expensive--quickly. Anyone looking for a shortcut on both fronts might consider one of BotsLab's W510 kits, bundles consisting of up to six 4K outdoor pan/tilt security cameras, solar panels to keep each camera's battery topped off, and a base station with 32GB of onboard storage (expandable up to 16TB with a user-supplied 2.5 hard drive).

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Most floodlight cams need hardwired power, limiting your installation options. This battery-powered model can go anywhere, and it has a solar panel, too! Single floodlight isn't as bright as you get with hardwired models Despite a couple of minor bugs, this low-cost, battery-powered floodlight camera knocks it out of the park in most respects. The "Kit" in TP-Link Tapo C615F Kit refers to the inclusion of a solar panel that comes with this full-featured security camera/floodlight combo to keep its battery charged.

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This step-up model in TCL's Wi-Fi smart lock line includes a fingerprint reader, a keyway, and NFC support. This budget smart lock doesn't skimp on features, although reservations over the robustness of it hardware keep us from making a strong recommendation for it. TCL jumped into the smart lock market late in late 2024 with some ambitious--and pricey--locks that were hit and miss, perhaps rushed to market without enough testing. The manufacturer has since taken a step back and is fleshing out its lineup a bit more thoughtfully, including the launch of this budget-priced offering, the TCL D2 Plus Fingerprint Smart Lock Plus.

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. With a small video monitor in the box, SwitchBot lets you see who's at the door even when your phone's out of reach. Subscription plan doesn't add much Pairing a small monitor with this video doorbell is a no-brainer way to get more out of what has become a something of a commodity device. Part of the trouble with video doorbells is that you don't always have your phone at the ready to see who's ringing. If you're standing in the kitchen when the bell rings, but you've left your phone in the bedroom, do you rush to your phone to get a peek at who's there, or do you take a chance and just answer the door?

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This sub-$200 skimmer looks funny and feels flimsy, but it gets the job done better than most, even without having any smarts to speak of. What makes them potentially more compelling is when they're inexpensive, and the Ultenic S1 Pool Skimmer is as cheap as they come. And much to my surprise, it works as well as (or better than) anything else in its class that I've tried. The Ultenic S1 measures 8 x 15 x 19 inches (HxWxL) once it's assembled, and it weighs just 6 pounds.

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. A massive battery lets this robotic pool cleaner run all day and then some. We'll let you decide if that justifies its sky-high price tag. "Set it and forget it" is something of a moving target in the world of robotic pool cleaners. While a few models have exceptional battery life--a bit more than six hours being about the best I've seen--many die after just a couple of hours in the water, requiring immediate retrieval and recharging.

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This pool robot is phenomenally effective. It's also quite pricey, but it's backed by a 3-year full-replacement warranty. The price tag on this robotic pool cleaner might be hard to swallow, but Beatbot's latest high-end offering has few flaws and an extensive warranty that arguably justifies it. The feature-rich Beatbot AquaSense Pro has been a top seller in the robotic pool cleaner space since its launch, but Beatbot hasn't been resting on its laurels.

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This 2nd-gen dimmer (model D2MSD) connects directly to Wi-Fi, eliminating the need for a bridge, with the option of wired or even wireless 3-way control. Leviton's updated motion-sensing dimmer pulls out all the stops with wired (or wireless) 3-way circuit support and impressive customization options. With both dimming and motion sensing built in; plus, support for 3-way wiring setups, Leviton's 2-gen Decora Smart Motion Sensing Dimmer (model D2MSD) in-wall smart switch has just about everything you could ask for. As its name explicitly states, this is an update to an earlier model, the main additions being improved compatibility with third-party ecosystems and support for Leviton's wireless remote control companion, which I'll delve into in a bit.

This robotic pool cleaner can run on battery power or with a connected cable, but it's only effective at cleaning the pool when plugged into an AC outlet. Here's a curious concept from the new-to-us robotic pool cleaner manufacturer Bublue: The BuHybrid L6 is a robotic pool cleaner that can run via a plug-in electrical connection or via an internal battery, a hybrid design that makes more sense than it might seem at first, at least on paper. On the surface, the design has a lot in common with the Polaris VRX iQ and other power-corded robots. A small power box connects to standard wall power via a short cord. A separate, waterproof 49-foot-long cable then connects from the box to the 22-pound robot, attaching to its top via a large four-prong adapter with a screw-on sealing system that waterproofs the connection.

SimpliSafe's new outdoor camera enables its new active response system, but it provides literally no other reason to upgrade from the previous camera. SimpliSafe is one of the most venerable smart home security companies, and while it regularly refreshes its hardware, it does so device by device, rather than upgrading the entire system at once. Makes sense, because it has at least 16 different components you can mix and match with your existing SimpliSafe base station or add on to one of its hardware bundles. The latest upgrade to the SimpliSafe family is a new version of the SimpliSafe Wireless Outdoor Security Camera, which was released in 2021. The SimpliSafe Outdoor Security Camera 2 keeps the overall look and feel of the original, while making a few changes that offer some compelling upgrades.