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Secure your entire home with this Blink Video Doorbell and Outdoor 4 camera combo, featuring a two-year battery life, infrared night vision, and over $60 in savings.

By Juhi Wadia
Blink Video Doorbell + Outdoor 4 Camera Combo on green background

This Roomba 105 robot vacuum and mop combo takes the hassle out of housework. It vacuums, mops, and empties itself for up to 75 days — all at a 30% discount right now.

By Juhi Wadia
iRobot Roomba 105 Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop on purple background
4.0

The second-gen Ring Spotlight Cam Pro is a plug-in outdoor security camera that delivers stunning 4K video and uses bright spotlights to illuminate exterior areas.

$249.99
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
The Ring Spotlight Cam Pro (2nd Gen)

Looking for an alarm system to make you feel more secure? We've tested all the top professional and DIY home security systems to help you decide which is right to protect your family and property.

By John R. Delaney & Alex Colon
Vivint Smart Home

Retire your old mop and bucket. The top robot mops we've tested keep your floors squeaky clean with little effort on your part.

By Andrew Gebhart
Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni

Cover more area inside your home with this two-pack indoor security kit! Over at Amazon, you can grab the Eufy Security E220 indoor cam for $35 less in today's deal.

By George Yang
eufy E220

Eufy’s solar-powered 4K cams run themselves, record clearly, and skip the monthly bill. And at over 50% off today, that’s security that finally feels affordable. This is such a good deal!

By Juhi Wadia
Eufy Security eufyCam S330 4-Cam Kit on purple background

You shouldn't compromise on cybersecurity, as having robust protection is better in the long run. However, with ESET Home Security Ultimate, you won't have to. With our special link, you can grab it for half price.

By George Yang
ESET Home Security Ultimate on blue

We've got deep discounts on automated floor cleaners that can sweep, suck, mop, and more. Top brands like Eufy, Ecovacs, and Roborock are all on sale.

Three robot vacuums on circuit background
4.0

The Desloc D110 Plus is a reasonably priced smart lock that offers multiple ways to lock and unlock your door, including app and voice controls, a fingerprint scanner, a keypad, and a traditional keyway.

$65.00
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
Desloc D110 Plus

The rollback comes after Ring's Search Party Super Bowl ad drew widespread criticism.

By Jibin Joseph
Ring battery video doorbell
3.0

The MyQ Video Doorbell Camera uses a 2K camera to record visitors to your door, but you have to pay extra to access the video and it offers limited interaction with other devices

$89.99
at myQ
By John R. Delaney
The MyQ Video Doorbell Camera
4.5 Editors' Choice

The TP-Link Tapo P110M combines Matter compatibility, detailed energy monitoring, and wide third-party integration into a reliable, feature-rich smart plug.

$17.99
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
The TP-Link Tapo P110M
4.5 Editors' Choice

The TP-Link Tapo L535E is an ultra-bright, Matter-ready smart bulb that delivers rich colors, tunable whites, and seamless integration with Alexa, HomeKit, Google, and SmartThings.

$15.28
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
TP-Link Tapo L535E Smart Wi-Fi Light Bulb

'Search Party' uses nearby Ring cameras to scan for missing pets in your yard. However it's on by default, prompting some Big Brother comparisons. Here's how to shut it down.

By James Peckham
The Search Party feature for Ring cameras
4.0

The Blink Mini 2K+ is a compact, affordable security camera that delivers sharp video, useful AI features, and seamless Alexa integration, making it a strong value for indoor monitoring.

$25.99
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
The Blink Mini 2K+

Time to stop ignoring those warnings from Apple. The original Home app goes away today.

By James Peckham
The Apple Home app on an iPhone screen
4.0

The Blink Outdoor 2K+ is a compact, easy-to-install security camera with super-sharp 2K video and extra-long battery life

$57.99
at Amazon
By John R. Delaney
Blink Outdoor 2K+

Smart homes offer convenience with a side of security risks. Here's how to prevent hackers from gaining access to your smart speaker, thermostat, doorbell, and other connected devices.

By Jason Cohen
smart home with icons overlayed
4.0 Editors' Choice

Affordable yet feature-packed, the Arlo Essential Pan Tilt camera offers 2K clarity, color night vision, and AI alerts in a nimble, weatherproof package.

$59.99
at Arlo
By John R. Delaney
The Arlo Essential Pan Tilt Security (2025)