After three months of testing, I've determined that Schlage Encode Plus is my new favorite lock and the one anyone trying to get their hands on the Apple Home Key feature should buy. It has all the features a lock should have with just one minor downside, which we'll discuss

As a long-time user of August locks, I was pumped to test the latest addition to the lineup: the Yale Assure 2. With the ability to use either the August app or the Yale app, and important features like door sensing and auto-unlock, the Assure 2 has proved to be

Over the last five years, I've used more than 12 different Eero configurations in my home. But in this post, I'll focus on the four Eero WiFi 6 models: Eero 6, Eero 6+, Eero Pro 6, and Eero Pro 6E. Eero 6 and Eero 6+ are the best value and

After two months of double-wristing Apple Watches (Series 8 and SE 2), and eight years of wearing Apple Watch daily, I determined that the SE 2 is the best bet for most people because it's more affordable and comes with every important feature with only minor sacrifices. The Series 8

In this comparison, we’ll take a closer look at the Dyson V12 and Dyson V15 vacuums. As a long-time user of Dyson cordless stick vacuums, I’ve used four different models as my primary vacuum over the past five years. While the V12 might not be the most powerful

After a couple of months of testing, I determined Eero (non-Pro) is the better mesh system because of its flawless setup and dead simple app. Google Wifi performs similarly and gives you more control, but tends to be not as smooth. Want to learn how I reached this conclusion? Read

After months of testing, I determined Chromecast with Google TV is the streaming device most should buy because it’s an incredible value for $49, and it has a superior way of organizing content. On the other hand, Apple TV 4K (Gen 3) is great for iPhone users because of

After months of side-by-side testing, Eero Pro decisively pulled ahead as the superior mesh system because of its user-friendliness and better performance. Nest Wifi has great features on paper, and great speed, but it’s too inconsistent. Google Wifi (Nest Wifi’s predecessor) is a great bet for those who

After years of testing Nest and Ecobee devices, I’ve determined Ecobee SmartThermostat is the best smart thermostat because you’ll get the most control, flexibility and smart home compatibility. Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd Gen) is a great system for those who lack the c-wire or want an easy installation

I’ve been wearing an Apple Watch for more than six years, an I’ve had the Whoop  4.0 on my other wrist for the last two months. I like both fitness bands, but they aren’t trying to serve the same type of person. Apple Watch is the

After months of testing, I determined that Oura Ring Gen 3 is a solid companion to Apple Watch for sleep tracking, but it’s not enough to be a full-fledged fitness tracker by itself. Whoop 4.0 has the potential to be the ultimate all-in-one sleep and fitness tracker that

The Peloton Bike and Bike Plus have the same main features, classes, and feel the same while riding. But there’s a $750 price difference: the Bike is $1,745 (after delivery fees), while the Bike+ is $2,495. After a year and a half of using the Peloton Bike+

After testing 14 robot vacuums over the past three years, I determined Eufy RoboVac 11S is the best for most people because of its affordability, quietness, and strong suction. Premium Roomba vacuums (over $500) are great, but the Roomba 600 Series (614, 650, 675, 690) is no competition for Eufy

Eero Pro 6 and Orbi RBK752 are two rock-solid systems. You can’t go wrong with either. Eero Pro 6 is dead simple to install, and it does a great job of balancing great speed and stability, and it’s loaded with parental control features. Netgear Orbi RBK752 has a

Over the last few years, I’ve tested more than 10 different smart locks. After a new month of testing, I determined August is still the best smart lock platform because of its auto-unlock feature and smart home compatibility. Nest x Yale features great-looking hardware, but it doesn’t offer

After testing the entire Ring lineup in 2018, Ring Pro stood out as the best. Even with the release of three new Ring doorbells in 2020, I determined the Ring Pro is still the superior device because the motion recording is unmatched. Ring 1 is a good bet if you

After a month of testing, I determined the Dyson V15 Detect is the best stick vacuum because it includes a special cleaner head for hard surfaces, along with the all-purpose head. However, the Dyson V11 Torque Drive and V11 Animal are great options for those with mostly carpeting who want

Eero 6 and Deco X20 have the same speed and range on paper because each has an AX1800 rating. Eero 6 has a more refined app and smoother installation process, while Deco X20 offers free content filters for parents and more Ethernet ports. You probably won’t be disappointed with

After a month of testing, I determined the battery-powered Eufy is the better video doorbell because it records motion for free and has better video quality. Ring 1 (2020) has more reliable motion recording, but it’ll set you back $3/month. Want to learn how I reached this conclusion?

After a new month of testing, I determined Nest Hello is the best video doorbell because it has a better build-quality, a few advanced features, and offers an option for 24/7 recording, but it’s $6/month. However, Ring Pro is just $3/month with similar reliability to Nest,

After three weeks of testing, I determined Sonos Move is the better-sounding speaker and has superior software. Bose Portable Home is a solid speaker, but it’s overpriced for what you get. Want to learn how I reached this conclusion? Read on to see the detailed breakdown of sound quality,