Home Automation Gifts For Tech-Savvy Friends and Family

The holidays are upon us and it’s time to think about gifts for family, friends and colleagues. What better gift than a piece of technology that makes everyday life a little bit easier? Smart home automation gadgets are among the hottest tech products on the market and can help to automate household chores, boost productivity and make people’s busy lives a bit less hectic. From a smart thermostat that knows when to turn on the heater, to a robotic vacuum cleaner that does all the hard work for them, there are endless possibilities.

Thankfully, many of these home automation devices aren’t too expensive and can be found within the normal gifting price range. Whether you’re looking for something small to give as a stocking stuffer or something bigger to wrap under the tree, these home automation gifts are guaranteed to impress.

These home automation gifts are ideal for tech-savvy friends and family members who love to stay connected. Featuring hands-free voice integration, these devices can tell the weather, play music, answer questions and control other smart IoT devices like lights, switches and thermostats. Depending on the recipient’s preferences, they can also be hooked up to SONOS speakers for improved sound quality.

For the family that loves to entertain, these smart home devices can be the perfect addition to their living room or kitchen. With a wide variety of options to choose from, you can find the best fit for any taste and budget. Some of the most popular choices include a smart speaker with a built-in Alexa, the Amazon Echo, a Google Home Max or a Samsung SmartThings Hub.

Designed for homeowners who want to keep an eye on their property, this smart security camera can be used in place of traditional security cameras or as a standalone device. Powered by a rechargeable battery, it uses a combination of GPS and Wi-Fi to locate the owner and alert them when motion is detected. It also has a 90+ dB siren, HomeHealth technology that monitors air quality and can automatically arm or disarm based on the location of the owner.

The lawn-obsessed homeowner on your list will love this smart sprinkler controller that incorporates hyperlocal weather to ensure that the yard is only watered when necessary. The system is easy to install and can be controlled by the RainMachine app or an Alexa device.

This unique home automation gift can be a fun way to boost productivity and get a few extra minutes back in a day. Using the included apps, this smart display can change between different radio faces and displays notifications, appointments and more on its retro-style LCD screen.

This stylish smart message board is a great choice for techies who have a keen sense of design. It features 132 modular characters that can display personalized messages, news, sports scores and more on its sleek screen. This unique, smart home device will add an extra dose of style and functionality to their nightstand or coffee table.