If you’re looking to buy the best Smart home available, then it’s important to consider a whole host of factors. Of course with any product you buy online, one of the most important considerations will be price. The same goes when buying Smart home. Our most recommended product in the Smart home category sells for approximately £49 at Currys. To shortlist our top 10 Smart home we use a unique algorithm which considers, price, reviews, sales and customer satisfaction to generate an overall score which then gives you the top 10 Smart home ranking below.

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GOOGLE Home Mini – Chalk

GOOGLE Home Mini - Chalk

Top features: – Listen to room-filling sound from your Google Home Mini- Keeps you informed and up to date with weather, traffic, sports updates and more- Control smart home products using your voice – Manage your schedule, set reminders, and set alarms – Stream TV shows and movies when paired with Chromecast – Receive answers to almost anything from Google AssistantListen to room-filling soundGoogle Home Mini, powered by Google, gives you dynamic sound that fills the room. Its speaker delivers 360ŒÁ sound to bring your music to life, and can stream your music through your Google Assistant-compatible speakers.Keeps you informed and up to dateWant to know if you’ll need an umbrella the next time you head out? Ask Google, and Google Home Mini will let you know if any rain is expected. You can also get the latest sports, finance, news updates, and more.Control smart home productsTake control of your home using your voice with the Google Home Mini. With Google Assistant voice commands built-in, it lets you control your smart home gadgets hands-free.Use your voice to dim the lights, adjust smart thermostats, lock your front door, play music from WiFi-connected speakers, and more. Just say “OK Google” followed by your command, and Google Home Mini will take care of it.Manage your scheduleStay organised by asking Google to manage your schedule. Mark dates in your diary, set reminders, alarms, and more.Stream TV shows and moviesPlay, pause, and rewind TV hands-free, using your voice. Google Home Mini works with your Chromecast, letting you stream TV shows, movies, and music from compatible content providers and products.Receive answers to almost anythingGet even more from Google Assistant by asking Google anything. Ask for things such as translations, calculations, unit conversions, and anything else you want to know the answer to.Google Home Mini supports multiple users. That means it can give you a personalised experience by differentiating your voice from other people in your home. Just say “OK Google” and enjoy your own unique benefits from Google Assistant. ________________________________________________________________ Please note:- Google Home is optimised for selected music and audio services only. Subscriptions/payments may be required. – Controlling your TV requires a Chromecast or a TV with Chromecast built-in.- Controlling your thermostat requires a compatible smart thermostat, and controlling your lights requires compatible smart lights.- Remember that even if you’re using Multi-user and Google Home should recognise your voice, a voice similar to yours or a recording of your voice might cause it to incorrectly identify someone else as you.

Hands-free voice commands with Google AssistantVoice control music from streaming services with integrated speakerControl your home using voice commandsCompatible with iOS / AndroidControl compatible smart home devices

Model: 10171098

EAN: 842776102348

Review Score 9 (50)

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AMAZON Echo Dot – Black, Black

AMAZON  Echo Dot - Black, Black

Top features: – Play and control your music using just your voice – Answers questions and provides information on demand – Control lights, switches, thermostats and more Play and control your music using just your voiceAmazon Echo Dot is a hands-free speaker that allows you to take control using just your voice. Connecting to devices using your home WiFi and Bluetooth, the device allows you hands-free convenience as it can hear you from across the room. Even when the environment is noisy, the seven microphones and beam-forming technology lets it pick up on your voice using the far-field voice recognition.Amazon Echo Dot features built-in speaker, and can also connect to your speakers or headphones over Bluetooth or through a 3.5 mm audio cable to deliver stereo sound to the speakers you choose.When you want to use Amazon Echo Dot, simply wake it by saying ‘Alexa’.Answers questions and provides information on demandAlexa is the brain at the heart of Amazon Echo Dot, and updates through the cloud. It is continually learning, as well as adding new functions and skills. The more you use the Amazon Echo Dot, the more it will adapt to you, learning your speech patterns, personal preferences and vocabulary.Using your voice, you can request information from the device to make your life easier. Amazon Echo Dot can answer questions, read audiobooks and news reports, provide traffic and weather reports, give information on local businesses, provide sport scores and schedules, and much more.It can also do so much more to make your life easier when you enable skills. For example, why not order a takeaway from Just Eat or check train times on National Rail? There’s many more to discover in the Alexa app. New skills are being added all the time.Control lights, switches, thermostats and moreWith Amazon Echo Dot you can quickly and easily adjust other smart technology around your home. Compatible with WeMo, Philips Hue, Hive, Netatmo and more, the device allows you to control lights, switches, thermostats and more using your voice.Use the device to switch on your lamp before you even get out of bed or control the heating without needed to move. All you need to do is just ask Alexa.Its sleek and compact design make the Amazon Echo Dot a convenient addition to any room in the house.

Play music from streaming services with integrated speakerAsk questions and get infomation with Alexa serviceControl your home using voice commandsCompatible with a range of smart home systemsFar-field voice recognition picks up commands clearly

Model: 10153677

EAN: 841667112565

Review Score 9 (480)

3

GOOGLE Home Hands-free Smart Speaker – White, White

GOOGLE Home Hands-free Smart Speaker - White, White

Top features: – Get weather, traffic, sports updates and more from Google – Enjoy music from streaming services – Manage alarms, timers and get flight information using voice commands – Ask Google to stream videos to your TV and adjust your Nest thermostat – Support for multiple users means everyone in the family can speak to Google Home Get weather, traffic, sports updates and moreGoogle Home is powered by the Google Assistant that helps you turn your home into a smart home. Using just your voice you can talk to Google to get answers to the questions you want including the latest on the weather, traffic updates, finance, sports news and more. The far-field microphones pick up your voice reliably.Getting started is as simple as saying “OK Google”.Enjoy music from streaming servicesWith a simple voice command Google Home will play music from streaming services such as Google Play Music, Spotify and more. It’s as simple as literally telling Google Home to play your music. All that’s needed is your voice. No remote controls, no complicated buttons – just enjoy your music through the integrated high excursion speaker, offering Hi-Fi sound quality.Enjoy radio, podcasts and more, or use even more compatible services when you stream from your Android or iPhone devices using one of over 100 Chromecast-enabled apps.Manage alarms, timers and get flight informationGoogle Home can help you with everyday tasks. Ask for the latest flight information, and get it to set alarms, start timers, or add items to your online shopping list.You can ask what the nearest shop is and follow it up with “What time does it close?” to get all the information you need.Google Assistant can also help you with things like your commute, schedule and more.Ask Google to stream videos to your TVAsk Google Home to stream videos to your TV. With Chromecast you can stream shows from your mobile to your TV. Or ask Google Home to turn up the temperature on your Nest thermostat.Support for multiple usersGoogle Home supports multiple users. That means it can give you a personalised experience by differentiating your voice from other people in your home. Just say äóìOK Googleäó and enjoy your own unique benefits from Google Home.Please note:- Google Home is optimised for selected music and audio services only. Subscriptions/payments may be required.- Controlling your TV requires a Chromecast or a TV with Chromecast built-in.- Remember that even if you’re using Multi-user and Google Home should recognise your voice, a voice similar to yours or a recording of your voice might cause it to incorrectly identify someone else as you.

Get real-time answers to questions with GooglePlay & control music from streaming services with integrated speakerFind information hands-free using Google AssistantControl your smart home products using your voice

Model: 10161441

EAN: 811571019434

Review Score 8 (198)

4

Amazon Echo – Charcoal Fabric, Charcoal

Amazon Echo - Charcoal Fabric, Charcoal

Top features: – Voice-controlled speaker for effortless access to music and more – Immersive audio to bring your music to life – Voice-control your home for convenience and peace of mind – Hands-free calling and messaging for easy connections Voice-controlled speakerThrough the Alexa Voice Service, the Amazon Echo lets you find and play music, ask questions about anything, get the latest sports results and weather reports, and much more by simply asking.If you have an Echo in several rooms, you can command Alexa to play jazz in the kitchen, pop in the living room, or play the same song in the entire house. This is available for Amazon Music, Tune In and Spotify (coming soon).Immersive audioFeaturing a 2.5″ down-firing woofer and a 0.6″ tweeter, the Amazon Echo delivers crisp vocals and dynamic bass to bring your favourite music to life.Voice-control your homeCompatible with products from WeMo, Samsung SmartThings, Philips Hue, Hive, Netatmo, TP-Link, Nest and more, Amazon Echo works with lights, locks, switches, thermostats and more to make your life at home a little easier. Dim lights for your kids to fall asleep, turn up the thermostat while curled in your favourite spot with a good book, make sure the front door is locked, order pizza, and much more. Hands-free calling and messagingWith the Echo, staying connected to your friends and family is effortless. Without tapping or searching, you can easily send messages via voice or text or talk to anyone hands-free who also has an Echo device or the Alexa App.

Hands-free voice commands with AlexaVoice control music from streaming services with integrated speakerControl your home using voice commandsCompatible with iOS / Android / WindowsCompatible with a range of smart home systems

Model: 10171184

EAN: 841667140223

Review Score 9 (30)

5

RING Video Doorbell – Satin Nickel

RING  Video Doorbell - Satin Nickel

Top features: – See who’s at the door before you open it with built-in motion sensors that send alerts to your iOS or Android mobile device- Save and review your video thanks to Cloud recording with a free 30 day trial- Two-way audio allows you to speak to visitors with built-in speakers and microphoneSee who’s at the door before you open itThe Ring Video Doorbell allows you to set up motion detection zones which alert you when movement is detected. By sending an alert to your iOS or Android mobile device using the Ring app, you can keep track of what is happening around your property at all times.With a camera that covers a full 180 degree field of view and a range of up to 30 feet, the 720p HD wide-angle lens allows you to review your recordings in high quality. There are also infrared LEDs to allow you to see clearly even in the dark.Save and review your videoYou receive a free 30 day trial of Ring’s cloud storage feature, allowing you easy access to the video recorded by the Ring Video Doorbell. Once this trial has finished, you can also subscribe for further access to the Cloud storage with both monthly and annual fees.Two-way audioIn addition to video footage, the Video Doorbell enables you to speak with visitors using built-in speakers and microphone. This makes it even easier to communicate with visitors to your home, allowing you to keep your home even more secure. Things to consider:- Any cameras you install must only be used for the purpose they are designed for. This means they can only be aimed at property you own, and cannot be pointed at a neighbour’s house, a public place or be used to violate the privacy of others. Cameras used for home security do not need to comply with the Data Protection Act. However businesses do, so legal advice is recommended before installing cameras for business or professional use.- The only thing home users need to remember about the footage captured is that it cannot be shared online or with other people, unless used in a criminal investigation. Businesses must keep all recorded footage secure and comply with the Data Protection Act.- If you use your home CCTV or smart camera for its intended purpose, you won’t run into any trouble.

Day and night useHD picture qualityWall-mountableCompatible with iOS / Android / Windows PhoneIR night vision

Model: 10145936

EAN: 10852239005021

Review Score 8 (136)

6

AMAZON Echo Dot – White, White

AMAZON  Echo Dot - White, White

Top features: – Play and control your music using just your voice – Answers questions and provides information on demand – Control lights, switches, thermostats and more Play and control your music using just your voiceAmazon Echo Dot is a hands-free speaker that allows you to take control using just your voice. Connecting to devices using your home WiFi and Bluetooth, the device allows you hands-free convenience as it can hear you from across the room. Even when the environment is noisy, the seven microphones and beam-forming technology lets it pick up on your voice using the far-field voice recognition.Amazon Echo Dot features built-in speaker, and can also connect to your speakers or headphones over Bluetooth or through a 3.5 mm audio cable to deliver stereo sound to the speakers you choose.When you want to use Amazon Echo Dot, simply wake it by saying ‘Alexa’. Answers questions and provides information on demandAlexa is the brain at the heart of Amazon Echo Dot, and updates through the cloud. It is continually learning, as well as adding new functions and skills. The more you use the Amazon Echo Dot, the more it will adapt to you, learning your speech patterns, personal preferences and vocabulary.Using your voice, you can request information from the device to make your life easier. Amazon Echo Dot can answer questions, read audiobooks and news reports, provide traffic and weather reports, give information on local businesses, provide sport scores and schedules, and much more.It can also do so much more to make your life easier when you enable skills. For example, why not order a takeaway from Just Eat or check train times on National Rail? There’s many more to discover in the Alexa app. New skills are being added all the time.Control lights, switches, thermostats and moreWith Amazon Echo Dot you can quickly and easily adjust other smart technology around your home. Compatible with WeMo, Philips Hue, Hive, Netatmo and more, the device allows you to control lights, switches, thermostats and more using your voice.Use the device to switch on your lamp before you even get out of bed or control the heating without needed to move. All you need to do is just ask Alexa.Its sleek and compact design make the Amazon Echo Dot a convenient addition to any room in the house.

Play music from streaming services with integrated speakerAsk questions and get infomation with Alexa serviceControl your home using voice commandsCompatible with a range of smart home systemsFar-field voice recognition picks up commands clearly

Model: 10153676

EAN: 841667112367

Review Score 9 (480)

7

PHILIPS Hue White Wireless Bulbs Starter Kit – E27, White

PHILIPS  Hue White Wireless Bulbs Starter Kit - E27, White

The Philips Hue White Wireless Bulbs Starter Kit comes with everything you need to control your lighting with your smartphone or tablet. Philips Hue & Friends of HuePhilips Hue and Friends of Hue lighting ranges offer a convenient way to instantly create the perfect mood in your home. The Hue White Bulbs emit a white light that can be set to any level you like – from a clear, bright white to a warm, dim glow.Hue lights, LED strips and bulbs are controlled via the free Hue app, which gives you freedom to turn them on and off, adjust brightness and change colour via your smartphone and tablet.You can control up to 50 lights at once from the app, and even set automated programs to turn the lights on and off at times to suit you – perfect for coming home to a well-lit house in the winter or as burglary deterrent when you’re away.The Friends of Hue range is compatible with the Samsung SmartThings range and Apple HomeKit.Quickly change your environmentThe app features plenty of automatic lighting options to quickly change the mood of your room.Concentrate switches all the bulbs to a tone and brightness optimised to help improve concentration, while the Energise option fills your room with vibrant white light to help perk you up when you’re running low on energy.The Relax setting is perfect for the end of the day as it reduces your lighting to a soft, calming glow to help you wind down and reading mode delivers a perfect white light for optimal reading.All the bulbs and Hue lighting can be adjusted independently using the app. You can even use photos from your tablet and phone as a colour swab to get precisely the colour you want.Control your home’s lighting via your phone and tablet with the Philips Hue White Wireless Bulbs Starter Kit.

WiFi controllable LED bulb starter kitControl up to 50 lights from your smartphone and tabletCompatible with the Friends of Hue range

Model: E27

EAN: 8718696449592

Review Score 9 (78)

8

SAMSUNG SMARTTH SmartThings Starter Kit

SAMSUNG SMARTTH  SmartThings Starter Kit

The Samsung SmartThings Starter Kit contains everything you need to get started creating your perfect smart home.With a SmartThings Starter Kit you can:- Monitor your home from anywhere- Control your home from the palm of your hand- Secure your home and protect it from damage and danger- Add any of the hundreds of compatible smart devices to enhance your homeThe SmartThings Starter Kit contains:- SmartThings Hub to connect with smart sensors, lights, locks, cameras and more- SmartThings Multi Sensor to monitor whether doors, windows, drawers or your garage are open or closed- SmartThings Motion Sensor to monitor movement in your home- SmartThings Presence Sensor to know when people, pets and cars arrive or leave home- SmartThings Power Outlet to control lights, electronics and small appliancesHub The Smart Things Hub links all your smart tech devices together and allows you to control them from the Smart Things app. Unlike most systems, SmartThings is compatible with other brands, so you’re not limited to a single range or product type. You can monitor cameras, check sensors and receive alerts in a single place, which makes managing even the largest and most complex smart home quick and simple. Fast performance A powerful processor and optimised software ensure the Hub can handle the most expansive networks. This means you can add as many devices as you want without the need to worry about whether the hub can handle it.Motion sensorFrom triggering lights and alarms to turning on and off your thermostat, the Samsung SmartSense Motion Sensor can improve and make your home safer.It connects to the hub and other devices via the secure wireless ZigBee network, so it can’t be compromised or affected by other devices around your home.Presence sensor The SmartSense Presence Sensor is designed to help you monitor when people or pets arrive home enter specific areas of your home. For example, you can attach to a child’s bag and receive a notification when they arrive home from school. You can set it to turn lights on when you or other family members walk into rooms or use it to turn alarms off as you approach the house. You can even use it to receive alerts if your dog leaves the garden or enters a room it’s not supposed to.Power outletThe power outlet included in the Starter Kit alows you to control lights, small appliances and other electronics in your home. It’s easy to keep control of your devices using the SmartThings Power Outlet.You can place it anywhere within reach of your Smart Things Hub and even trigger other devices, such as cameras or alarms, should moisture be detected.

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Model: 10135868

EAN: 856418004242

Review Score 8 (166)

9

Amazon Echo – Heather Grey Fabric, Grey

Amazon Echo - Heather Grey Fabric, Grey

Top features: – Voice-controlled speaker for effortless access to music and more – Immersive audio to bring your music to life – Voice-control your home for convenience and peace of mind – Hands-free calling and messaging for easy connections Voice-controlled speakerThrough the Alexa Voice Service, the Amazon Echo lets you find and play music, ask questions about anything, get the latest sports results and weather reports, and much more by simply asking.If you have an Echo in several rooms, you can command Alexa to play jazz in the kitchen, pop in the living room, or play the same song in the entire house. This is available for Amazon Music, Tune In and Spotify (coming soon).Immersive audioFeaturing a 2.5″ down-firing woofer and a 0.6″ tweeter, the Amazon Echo delivers crisp vocals and dynamic bass to bring your favourite music to life.Voice-control your homeCompatible with products from WeMo, Samsung SmartThings, Philips Hue, Hive, Netatmo, TP-Link, Nest and more, Amazon Echo works with lights, locks, switches, thermostats and more to make your life at home a little easier. Dim lights for your kids to fall asleep, turn up the thermostat while curled in your favourite spot with a good book, make sure the front door is locked, order pizza, and much more. Hands-free calling and messagingWith the Echo, staying connected to your friends and family is effortless. Without tapping or searching, you can easily send messages via voice or text or talk to anyone hands-free who also has an Echo device or the Alexa App.

Hands-free voice commands with AlexaVoice control music from streaming services with integrated speakerControl your home using voice commandsCompatible with iOS / Android / WindowsCompatible with a range of smart home systems

Model: 10171185

EAN: 841667156682

Review Score 9 (13)

10

Tp-Link HS100 Smart Plug

Tp-Link HS100 Smart Plug

Top features: – Control your devices remotely with the free app – Pair with Alexa or Home so you can use voice commands – Away mode turns devices on and off as if you’re home Control your devices remotely Easily control your lights and electronic devices from anywhere in the world with the TP-Link HS100 Smart Plug. Using the free Kasa app, you can schedule your electronics to turn on and off as needed, or simply press a button on your phone to turn something on or off. This means you can easily control every device in your home without even needing to get out of bed. Pair with Alexa or Home If you have an Amazon Echo or Google Home, you can pair the Smart Plug with Alexa and control everything with a simple voice command. To get started, all you have to do is connect the Smart Plug to your WiFi and plug it into a standard socket. Away mode To protect your home while you’re on holiday or away, the Away mode turns your devices on and off at different times throughout the day to give the appearance that someone is still home.

Switch appliances on and off from your smartphone or tabletTurn any plug socket into a smart power outletCompatible with iOS / AndroidWorks with Google Home / Amazon Alexa

Model: HS100

EAN: 6935364094256

Review Score 9 (25)

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