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Wyze Robot Vacuum review: Efficiency without the pricey cost

The Wyze Robot Vacuum packs efficient cleaning and smart mapping into a $250 package, but its value proposition will improve when more features are added.
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Ring Video Doorbell Wired: Delightful value

The Ring Video Doorbell Wired offers easy installation, great video, and an excellent app at a truly affordable price.
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Tonal Home Gym review: Heavyweight trainer in a compact package

Tonal may be hard on your wallet, but this compact weight trainer is effective for building strength without the space challenges of a full-sized machine.
Samsung Jet 90 Complete Cordless Stick Vacuum handheld

Samsung Jet 90 Complete Cordless Stick Vacuum Review: Dust can’t flee this one

Automatic disposal systems are coming to cordless vacuums, and the Samsung Jet 90 Complete Stick Cordless Vacuum is one of the first to offer one.
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Hydrow Review: A modern rower to beat the home workout blues

Hate working out alone at home? Hop on the Hydrow rower to challenge some friends to a race or glide across faraway waterways while you train.
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LG CordZero ThinQ Robot Vacuum review: Eyes wide shut

It's one ambitious robot vacuum that's aiming to do more, but the LG CordZero ThinQ Robot Vacuum has some steep competition already in the space.
Netatmo Video Doorbell mounted on brick

Netatmo Smart Video Doorbell Review: Aiming too high

The Netatmo Video Doorbell is a great entry into the video doorbell space, but its price is too high.
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Ergatta Review: Rowing machine makes a game out of exercise

Don't let the Ergatta's stunning good looks fool you. It is a powerful rowing machine with a game-based approach that'll motivate you to work out.
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Tempo Studio Review: Smart fitness display packs weights for strength training

When you need more than just resistance for a challenging workout, the Tempo Studio is the smarter, more challenging connected home gym.
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Logitech Circle View Wired Doorbell review: It’s very Apple

The Logitech Circle View Video Doorbell is designed specifically for Apple users and does not work with Android at all. That's a bold stance.
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Keurig Drinkworks Home Bar review: Your favorite bartender at home

This cocktail making machine uses Keurig-style pods to make drinks at home — no bartender required. But are the drinks any good? Read our review to find out.
Mirror Fitness Home Gym Display

Mirror review: Connected fitness for any experience level

The Mirror by Lululemon will make you break a sweat trying to stay in shape at home with its diverse range of workout classes that'll keep you challenged.
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Savant Pro Remote X2 review: Easy to use and pleasing to the eye

Savant has the best-looking smart home remote control on the market right now.
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Eufy RoboVac G30 Hybrid review: This robot vacuum won’t break the bank

The Eufy RoboVac G30 is a nice little robot vacuum that costs less and works well. It's a 2-in-1, which means it can mop too.
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Wyze Video Doorbell review: You get what you pay for

The Wyze Video Doorbell costs just $30 and delivers enough quality to more than justify that price. It's not the best, but it punches above its weight class.
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Kangaroo Home Security review: Affordable, but there’s room for improvement

The Kangaroo Home Security System is an affordable, easy-to-set-up security system that excels in almost every area except its doorbell.
Amazon Echo Frames (2nd Gen)

Amazon Echo Frames (2nd Gen) review: Alexa all the time, every time

The Amazon Echo Frames (2nd Gen) gives you access to Alexa all the time, while also doubling as a pair of headphones and smart speaker.
Eero 6 Wi-Fi Mesh Router

Eero 6 review: Smart home management made easy

Don't let your smart home get out of control. The Eero 6 has the ability to manage all your gadgets, while also providing much-needed coverage of your space.
Ring Alarm (2nd Gen) Keypad on wall

Ring Alarm (2nd gen) review: Affordable DIY home security

Ring Alarm is back with a totally refreshed lineup of accessories and sensors to help secure your home when you're away. Why pay more when it has everything?
Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera

Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera Review: Excellent security at a lower cost

The Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera is easier to set up than before because it ditches the hub. It also boasts a lower starting cost.
Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera

Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera review: Above-average smarts

Arlo's moving into new territory with a more cost-conscious camera, the Arlo Essential XL Spotlight Camera. Does it mean there will be compromises?
Kwikset Halo Touch deadbolt in action.

Kwikset Halo Touch review: Spy fantasies come to life

The Kwikset Halo Touch is a deadbolt you unlock with your finger. It's all your spy fantasies come true!
The Bissell Spinwave Wet and Dry Robot Vaccum

Bissell SpinWave Robot Vacuum Review: A basic bot that cleans well

The Bissell Spinwave Wet and Dry Robot vacuum is a very basic robot vacuum that does everything you need it to.
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Philips Hue Iris Review: Accenting rooms with the colors of the rainbow

Accent lights can do wonders to a room, but the Philips Hue Iris taps into all the colors of the rainbow in complementing existing lighting.
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Blue by ADT outdoor camera review: Major connectivity issues

Flaw is an insurmountable one in a device focused on keeping people and property secure.
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Blue by ADT Video Doorbell review: Not done cooking yet

Blue by ADT's DIY security solution starts with a video doorbell which delivers crisp video, even at night, but issues with the app hobble the experience.
iRobot Roomba i3 Plus dirt disposal unit

iRobot Roomba i3 Plus review: Self-emptying that makes life easier

Robot vacuums are increasingly becoming more independent, requiring less intervention on our part. The iRobot Roomba i3 Plus does exactly that.
Samsung Jetbot Mop on floor

Samsung Jetbot Mop review: Do-si-doing the mopping routine

The Samsung Jetbot Mop is a dedicated mopping robot that looks interesting with its design, but also doubles as a handy handheld cleaner for walls and tiles.
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Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) review: Growing up to set the benchmark

Amazon's smallest smart speaker has undergone a radical change, so will the Echo Dot's (4th Gen) new design be enough to garner attention over the competition?
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Lenovo Smart Clock Essential Review: Tech meets nostalgia

Alarm clocks may have faded due to the smartphone, but the Lenovo Smart Clock Essential is bringing back the nostalgia with the help of Google Assistant.
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Level Touch review: Tap-to-go convenience

Unlocking the door can now be done simply by just tapping on the lock. You'll have that and many more options with the minimalist-looking Level Touch smart lock
Nest Audio speaker in a moody dark room.

Google Nest Audio review: Big muscles, strong results

After several years waiting for a successor, the Google Nest Audio is poised to make an impact as a powerful, room-filling speaker perfect for the smart home.
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LG CordZero A9 Kompressor Stick Vacuum Review: Always hungry, never bloated

When it comes to sucking up dirt and debris, the LG CordZero A9 Kompressor clearly has a huge appetite thanks to its large dustbin's ability to compress.
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Blink Indoor Security Camera review: Can’t handle the great indoors

Blink's Indoor camera takes its design from the company's many outdoor cameras, but does it translate over well to inside of the home for better peace of mind?