The best smart home upgrades to make everyday life easier

Credit: Narwal Building a smarter home used to mean a lot of DIY, continuously checking compatibility, and simply hoping that everything works together. Things are a lot more plug-and-play nowadays, and the technology and gadgets have become a lot more advanced, too. No smart home conversation is complete without robot vacuums getting most of the attention, with the category getting more capable and more affordable every year.

But a great home setup is about more than clean floors. The right speaker, TV, security kit, and even a pet feeder can take the load off your daily routine and make everything a lot easier.