15 Of The Best Smart Home Gifts You'll Actually Use, According To Reviews

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Sure, smart home gadgets can help optimize your home for convenience, save precious time, and make great gifts, both for others, or for oneself. But, here's the catch: You want ones that're destined to be game-changing workhorses in your space, rather than another gizmo which winds up at the back of a drawer. To help you identify which are actually worth it (either for placing on your wishlist, or buying as a gift), we trawled reviews, hunting for the options that are a) a solid buy overall, and b) something you'll actually use. 

We also aimed to choose a variety of devices and products that span categories and budgets. You can find out more about how we chose the best smart home gifts in our methodology at the end. In the meantime, read on to learn more about the 15 products that make the best smart home gifts, according to reviews.

A collection of traditional coffee mugs is fun to choose from and adds decorative appeal to breakfast nooks and kitchens. But traditional mugs rarely stay warm on a cold day. The Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug is a revolutionary beverage canister that uses smart technology to keep beverages steaming hot. It wakes up when hot liquid is poured inside it and stays on or sleeps based on a motion-detecting sensor. It has an LED light that indicates when a drink is at a perfect, drinkable temperature, and it heats for 80 to 90 minutes depending on the mug size: 10 or 14 ounces.

Nearly 20,000 people gave this mug a 4.1-star average, and 67% bestowed a full five stars. It makes a great gift for yourself or other people. As one reviewer attests, "I've had an Ember cup for years and just bought this as a gift. Still as great as ever. Well made and easy to use/set up."

A robot vacuum is the ultimate present for any size household. This artificial intelligence-powered device uses all kinds of modern technology to keep floors free of dust and dirt until your next deep cleaning session. The Roborock Qrevo Series Robot Vacuum and Mop uses PreciSense LiDAR-based navigation to follow routes and avoid obstacles in your home. Schedule cleanings and monitor the status through a smartphone or watch app and control it through third-party voice controls. It empties the dust bag, refills with water, and washes and dries the mopping pads at a docking station all on its own.

The Roborock has a surprisingly high number of reviews for such a luxury (and pricey) purchase, and it is one of the top-rated robot vacuums according to reviews. Over 2,100 people gave it an average 4.3-star rating, with 74% saying it deserves five stars. One customer says it's the best self-given gift, "After getting this piece, my life literally changed! The best gift I could give myself! It vacuums and mops the floors perfectly!"

Use a smart cooking thermometer alongside other appliances to turn your ordinary kitchen into a smart kitchen. The Meater SE Smart Bluetooth Meat Thermometer has dual temperature sensors to detect both internal and ambient temperatures. This information broadcasts through Bluetooth to the Meater app, which you can access on your phone. This app informs cooks of the temperatures and has additional services, such as a guided cooking system with step-by-step recipes.

Nearly 50,000 people have left ratings for this thermometer, and it averages 4.3 stars. Out of the many reviewers, 72% gave a full five stars. Satisfied past customers say it's a great gift for all types of cooking, "This is an amazing product, I got it as a gift, love it, and now I've given it as a gift. Super purchase for anyone who likes grilling, smoking, or probably even oven cooking. Use is very easy."

Buying an at-home mini humidifier is the best way to treat yourself if winter weather is roughing up your household. The Dreo Smart Humidifier has humidity sensors and informs its owners of changes in the environment through an ambient display light. It integrates with smart home hubs like Alexa and Google Assistant or through the Dreo app. It also comes in four different colors — black, blue, gray, or white — making it a seamless addition to any style interior.

This 4.4-star product has over 7,000 ratings on Amazon. Nearly three-quarters of the ratings are five-star reviews that highly recommend it as a gift for themselves and others. "Great humidifier with WiFi capability. Works so well I've bought 4 and 1 as a gift for a family member," one reviewer said. Keep in mind this isn't just a benefit for you; it also increases moisture around indoor gardens, exotic pet setups, and furniture and wallpaper that's too close to the furnace.

Give yourself the gift of light with the Daybetter LED Strip Lights: A tape-like chain of LEDs that you can use to line walls and furniture in bedrooms, living rooms, offices, etc. These LED lights are completely controllable via the DayBetter app for smartphones or an infrared remote control, allowing you to change brightness levels and colors. They can also be set to flicker and change with music or timed to shut down.

A set of LED lights makes a great gift for yourself, and 35,000 other purchasers have rated this product, with 74% saying it's a five-star product. It has a 4.4 rating overall. It's a great gift, whether you're young or old. One reviewer explains their love for these LEDs, saying, "Got these for my husband for Christmas, and it has been the gift that keeps giving ... You can cover a fair amount of a room with just one roll. Great gift idea for someone who wants to upgrade their den."

In this golden year of 2025, it's possible to track your health from home. The iHealth Track Smart is a great addition for medicine cabinets, so you don't have to guess whether your heart is up to snuff. This device looks like it came straight out of a doctor's office and wraps around your arm to measure your blood pressure and heart rate. It detects these stats and lets you know whether they're within a healthy range via a small display and the iHealth MyVitals app.

Over 53,000 people rely on this gadget, with 75% of them giving it five stars. It has a 4.4 average. One reviewer explains why this unconventional gift is a must-have: "This is so easy to use, to read, and especially monitor what I've come to know as a silent killer. A great gift of love right here! Every household needs one. You never know till you do."

The Amazon Echo Show 5 has a 5.5-inch display that can sit atop counters, shelves, and tables, broadcasting a small screen that operates alongside other smart products. It can stream music and videos, display news and weather, make video calls, view security footage, or circulate a slideshow of images as an ever-changing picture frame. It comes with a charcoal, blue, or white outer casing, making it easy to choose a color that correlates with the rest of your interior design.

There are more than 57,000 ratings behind the latest model, and 72% of them rate it five stars. It has a 4.4 overall, and many people want this as a gift for others as well as themselves. "I bought 2. One for each of my daughters for Xmas. They love this. They use it in their kitchens to watch shows or listen to music while cooking. I'm thinking of getting one for me."

Take home organization to the next level with the smart Skylight Calendar. This touchscreen wall planner makes a great gift for yourself and is compatible with many lifestyle apps. You likely already use one of them, whether it's Google, iCloud, Outlook, Yahoo, or the calendar-specific app Cozi. It's a touchscreen wall planner that you can use to track family chores, events, and meals. If you invest in the optional "Plus Plan," there are even more features.

About 4,500 people have rated the Skylight Calendar an average of 4.5 stars, with 79% of them saying it deserves a full five-star rating. One customer claims that they loved their purchase so much, they bought three of them. They wrote, "It's the BEST three Christmas gifts I've ever purchased, if anybody is thinking about purchasing one, don't hesitate, you'll love it once you get it, and knowing that it is MORE than just a Calendar. So many more things in this calendar than I could even imagine."

Light bulbs don't sound like a fun gift, but Govee Smart Light Bulbs are a step above standard bulbs. They plug into most screw-based fixtures, and are controllable through the Govee Home app where you can change colors and brightness, set them to transition in sync with music, or choose from presets and customizable scenes. You can also control these bulbs with your voice, provided you have an Alexa device.

Over 17,000 people give these smart bulbs a 4.6-star average, and 82% rate them a full five stars. One reviewer claims they make for a great gift, and they're compatible with Alexa and Google Home. They said, "Brought for a friend['s] birthday, works with Google Home and Alexa. He loved it, easy to set up, and all light bulbs worked and had good brightness too! Pair easy with other Govee products too."

The most creative housewarming gifts are sometimes the ones that are the most practical. The newest Ring Battery Doorbell model provides safety and security in a new home. This doorbell and security camera connects with an Alexa system and the free Ring app. There are also additional features available if you pay extra for a subscription. Get live view, motion alerts, and two-way talk with people on your security camera feed in real-time. If you have the Amazon Echo Show, stream live feeds on this device. Just keep in mind that unless you're happy to get a notification every time the neighbor's cat walks past, you should avoid some settings on the smart doorbell subscription.

There are nearly 34,000 ratings and reviews for this smart home necessity, and 80% rated it five stars. It has a 4.6 overall, and you can trust it's a great gift, as this professional real estate agent proclaims, "I'm a Realtor and give these to my buyers for closing gifts, and they LOVE them! Easy to use."

If you want to take your home's smart lighting beyond LED strips, without any complicated installs,  one easy option is the highly-rated Govee RGBIC Smart Table Lamp. It is controllable via Alexa, Google Home, and HomeKit with the lamp's Matter compatibility. You can turn it on with a tap and customize the lighting colors and schedule in an all-inclusive app. Configure the light brightness and color to different patterns and levels to set any mood or ambiance.

Over 1,300 people gave this modern lamp a 4.7-star average with 82% giving it a perfect rating. One reviewer expressed how it's the "BEST CHRISTMAS GIFT EVER! This little lamp has such a sleek design, sits tucked in the corner of the desk, and shines a variety of different lighting. You have rotating colors, solid colors (white light included), and even a fire sitting for those who find candles expensive/dangerous."

Spring might feel far off, but why not prepare for the inevitable? An air purifier like the Levoit Air Purifier can make sleep and everyday life a lot more comfortable. Operate this HEPA filter hands-free via Alexa, Google Home, and the free VeSync app. When using the app, you can literally turn it on and off or set schedules from anywhere, as long as it's connected to WiFi. Subscribe to order new filters every few months to ensure they're swapped out at a recommended pace.

There are more than 33,000 reviews of the Levoit Air Purifier, and 82% of them gave it a five-star rating. It has a 4.7-star average. One commenter explains how well this worked, saying, "I bought this as a Cat-Mom's day present to myself and it has made a noticeably positive difference for me and my partner, especially when sleeping."

Watching TV is a multigenerational hobby, and nothing makes this activity easier than an all-encompassing remote with multiple streaming apps. The newest model of the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD plugs into any TV's HDMI port, allowing you to launch most free and subscription-based streaming apps. The remote has buttons and a microphone to control with your voice. Use the Fire Stick with other Alexa devices to access other smart home features, such as lighting, security camera feeds, and weather reports.

There are more than 48,000 testimonials behind the newest Fire Stick, and it has a 4.7-star average overall with 83% of people claiming it's a five-star product. According to reviews, it seems to be a great gift for all ages. One reviewer wrote: "Setup was straightforward: they didn't need a ton of help, which is always a plus when gifting older folks." Another said, "My godson loves this Xmas gift."

A smart hub is a household staple for tech enthusiasts. The Amazon Echo Dot comes in three colors and is customizable with an additional outside shell to perfectly match personal taste or room theme. This device can play audiobooks, music, and podcasts out loud, and gives full control over other compatible smart devices.

Although it competes with the Google Home as the best smart device, the Amazon Echo excels in areas like optimizing Amazon shopping and other services. It's a highly-rated device, with a 4.7-star average from over 177,000 people and 81% of them awarding it five stars. One customer explains, "I initially bought it as a gift, but then I liked it so much that I bought another one. I loved it; it's easy to use, I take it to work and home, and its setup was quick."

At first glance, the Amazon Smart Plug doesn't look like a typical gift. However, this small device optimizes a house stocked with smart devices, without requiring a smart home hub. It's an unexpected smart device that could make your home more efficient. It's compatible with fans, lamps, coffee makers, and other household devices. Purchase a pack of one or two, and stick them in an outlet to set convenient home routines. As an extra perk, these plugs only take up one outlet, leaving the other one free to plug in other household devices.

Over half a million purchasers have reviewed this product. Out of that massive number, 82% say it's a five-star gift, and it has a 4.7 rating overall. One reviewer attests that, "This would make a great gift for those who own Amazon devices. Just check model for compatibility."

We selected the best smart home gifts by browsing Amazon for its top-rated smart products. We only chose one item per product type, and it had to have at least 1,000 reviews and 4.1 stars to make our ranking. More than half of the reviews had to rate the item a full five stars. Each product also had to have a proven track record as a good gift, according to past customer reviews. We also vetted for testimonials that showed these smart items to be something very likely to be used on a daily basis.