There’s no denying it – smart homes are the future. There are many different options for smart home products, and they won’t break the bank. In this blog post, we will go over 6 smart home ideas under $100 so you can get started today!
These ideas will keep your family safe and make life easier for everyone. Plus, they’ll help save money on your electric bill!
There’s no denying it – smart homes are the future. There are many different options for smart home products, and they won’t break the bank. In this blog post, we will go over 6 smart home ideas under $100 so you can get started today!
These ideas will keep your family safe and make life easier for everyone. Plus, they’ll help save money on your electric bill!
1. Purchase a smart power strip to turn off all electronics with one switch
It’s an easy way to save money and energy!
A smart power strip can also be used for more than just turning off electronics. You can schedule it to turn on or off at certain times of the day, which is perfect if you’re trying to reduce your carbon footprint and have a greener home.
If you’re looking to take things one step further, purchase an outlet that will allow you to remotely control devices plugged into the wall! It’s like having remote access in your own home.
For example, say there are two lamps next to each other with identical bulbs that both need replacing – but only one lamp needs new light bulbs. With this feature enabled, simply replace the bulb in the lamp where needed and disable remote monitoring from another device so no energy waste occurs.
- 【12 IN 1 Power Strip & 2.2 IN Wide Space】- 3-side design power strip surge protector with 8AC widely outlets and 4 USB (2 USB C) charging ports can power up to 12 devices simultaneously. That makes it easier to make the...
- 【2 x USB C Power Strip】- Added extra 2 USB C ports for your devices, the USB C port can charge up to 5V/3A. USB-A ports can charge up to 5V/2.4A Max, all USB Ports Output is 5V/3.1A, 15.5W max which is 30% faster than...
- 【Overload Surge Protection】- The surge protector power strip with overload protection protects your electrical appliances from lighting, surges or spikes. The minimum energy-absorbing capacity of 1080 Joules. Lighted...
- 【Wall Mountable Extension Cord with Flat Plug】- The low-profile flat plug fits easily in tight spaces; and the right angle flat plug design prevents bottom plug blocking; the 5ft(included the plug) upgraded braided...
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- 【4+4 Outlets Power Strip with 4 USB Ports】- The 3-side power strip with 8AC widely outlets and 4 USB charging ports total 4.2A, each USB A port features 5V/2.4A Max output. USB C charging port features 5V/3A MAX. can...
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Last update on 2024-12-07 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API / Disclosure: We may get a commission from retail offers.
2. Install motion sensors in your home for security and automation
This is one of the most cost-effective smart home ideas around and can be as easy as hanging a couple of sensors on your wall. Motion sensors are great for security purposes because they’ll not only alert you when there’s movement in your house – but some will also automatically turn lights off if nobody has been moving for a while!
It goes without saying that this could save you money on energy bills (yay!),
Another way to make sure no light bulbs go unused is by installing smart lighting options in every room of your home. With just the touch of an app, these devices allow you to change the color or brightness from anywhere with Internet access.
- Our best sounding echo dot yet – Enjoy an improved audio experience compared to any previous Echo Dot with Alexa for clearer vocals, deeper bass and vibrant sound in any room.
- Your favorite music and content – Play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify and others or via Bluetooth throughout your home.
- Alexa is happy to help – Ask Alexa for weather updates and to set hands-free timers, get answers to your questions and even hear jokes. Need a few extra minutes in the morning? Just tap your Echo Dot to snooze your alarm.
- Keep your home comfortable – Control compatible smart home devices with your voice and routines triggered by built-in motion or indoor temperature sensors. Create routines to automatically turn on lights when you walk into...
- See more — Get 66% more vertical coverage with the latest version of Ring’s best-selling Video Doorbell (2nd Gen), now featuring Head-to-Toe Video.
- Built-In Battery — Battery Doorbell includes a built-in battery, which charges with a convenient USB-C charging port. To recharge, simply detach your doorbell from the wall and connect to the included charging cable.
- Install in a Snap — Charge it up, click into place, and stay connected right from your phone.
- Connect to who’s there — See and respond to activity with Live View & Two-Way Talk.
- Answer your door no matter where you are from your smartphone with 1080p HD day and infrared night video and two-way audio.
- Experience long-lasting battery life, custom alerts, privacy settings, and more.
- Get alerts when motion is detected or someone presses Video Doorbell. Connect to existing doorbell wiring or pair with a Sync Module (sold separately) to engage live view and two-way audio on demand.
- Choose to save and share clips in the cloud with a free 30-day trial of the Blink Subscription Plan or locally with the Sync Module 2 and USB drive (each sold separately).
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3. Install a doorbell camera so you can see who is at the door from anywhere
Install a doorbell camera so you can see who is at the door from any smartphone in your home.
This device will allow you to monitor what’s going on outside of your home via a live feed, and it’ll also let you answer the door remotely using video chat! This could be especially helpful for people who work all day or are away frequently – not to mention that it provides peace of mind when things go bump in the night.
The cool thing about this idea is that there are tons of different models available with various features and price points depending on what you’re looking for. From budget-friendly to top-of-the-line systems available in the market.
- See more — Get 66% more vertical coverage with the latest version of Ring’s best-selling Video Doorbell (2nd Gen), now featuring Head-to-Toe Video.
- Built-In Battery — Battery Doorbell includes a built-in battery, which charges with a convenient USB-C charging port. To recharge, simply detach your doorbell from the wall and connect to the included charging cable.
- Install in a Snap — Charge it up, click into place, and stay connected right from your phone.
- Connect to who’s there — See and respond to activity with Live View & Two-Way Talk.
- Answer your door no matter where you are from your smartphone with 1080p HD day and infrared night video and two-way audio.
- Experience long-lasting battery life, custom alerts, privacy settings, and more.
- Get alerts when motion is detected or someone presses Video Doorbell. Connect to existing doorbell wiring or pair with a Sync Module (sold separately) to engage live view and two-way audio on demand.
- Choose to save and share clips in the cloud with a free 30-day trial of the Blink Subscription Plan or locally with the Sync Module 2 and USB drive (each sold separately).
- Get the whole picture — Watch over your home day or night in 1080p HD video with Live View and Color Night Vision.
- Video previews — Record a few extra seconds before every motion event with Advanced Pre-Roll to get a more complete picture of what happened.
- Privacy at your fingertips — Turn off your camera and mic with the manual Privacy Cover, then reactivate with a simple swivel.
- Get important alerts — Get real-time alerts when the camera detects movement, and choose exactly what your camera covers so you only get notified above movement that matters.
Last update on 2024-12-07 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API / Disclosure: We may get a commission from retail offers.
4. Buy a smart thermostat that learns your habits over time
You should buy a smart thermostat and set it to the same temperature you like all of the time. This way, when someone else is at home they can adjust the temperature without breaking any rules – or having two people enter different settings!
The Nest Thermostat has an easy-to-use interface for setting up schedules. You input what days of the week each person will be in charge of turning on/off heating or cooling equipment (or both), and then just follow along with those preset zones throughout the day.
The Nest Learning Thermostats also have an auto-away mode which means if no one’s been around for a while, it will automatically adjust your temperature to save you energy.
It also saves money by learning the temperatures that work best for you and adapting them over time (so they might not be exactly what someone else would set).
A smart thermostat is a really inexpensive way to get started with home automation, and can have big benefits – like saving energy!
- Alexa can show you more - Echo Show 5 includes a 5.5” display so you can see news and weather at a glance, make video calls, view compatible cameras, stream music and shows, and more.
- Small size, bigger sound – Stream your favorite music, shows, podcasts, and more from providers like Amazon Music, Spotify, and Prime Video—now with deeper bass and clearer vocals. Includes a 5.5" display so you can view...
- Keep your home comfortable – Control compatible smart devices like lights and thermostats, even while you're away.
- See more with the built-in camera – Check in on your family, pets, and more using the built-in camera. Drop in on your home when you're out or view the front door from your Echo Show 5 with compatible video doorbells.
- Better inside and out – Entertainment is more immersive with spatial audio and an 8" HD touchscreen. Video calling is crisper with high-quality sound and a 13 MP camera. And your home is more connected than ever with the...
- Vibrant sights, full sound – Content on Prime Video, Netflix, Fire TV Channels, and more comes to life with an HD display and room-filling spatial audio. Ask Alexa to stream Amazon Music, Apple Music, or Spotify....
- Smart home, simplified – Pair and control devices compatible with Zigbee, Matter, and Thread without a separate smart home hub. Manage cameras, lights, and more using the display or your voice, or activate routines via...
- Stay in the loop – Video call hands-free using your voice, or use the new Top Connections widget to call with one tap. Have more natural video conversations with a centered, auto-framing camera and noise reduction...
- Powerful heat that fits everywhere: Dreo space heaters for indoor combines Hyperamics 1500W advanced PTC system with a new heat funnel design to deliver heat within seconds and enhance warm air circulation for up to 200%...
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Last update on 2024-12-07 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API / Disclosure: We may get a commission from retail offers.
5. Add smart lighting options to control lights throughout your house from the app on your phone
Adding smart lighting to your home can be really expensive and time-consuming, which is why it’s not the first thing most people buy. But if you’re just getting started with home automation (or looking for an inexpensive option), adding smart lighting options to your phone or tablet could be a great start.
Some smart lights can be set on a schedule or have timers, which will help with energy usage when you’re not home. Others might offer accent colors that change throughout the day or night for mood control.
Some may even offer the ability to sync with your favorite music, so when you’re listening to a song it changes the light throughout.
And there are cheaper options for smart lighting than before — like Philips Hue Starter Kit and Belkin WeMo Light Switch, meaning setting up home automation won’t be costly or difficult.
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- Music sync: Led lights strip color changing sync to music by smart phone with App, make your party up to the high peak, light up your life and makes life more colorful and wonderful
- Smart Timing Settings;With timer function,The led strip has color memory and setting the time function,so it can automatically turn on and off
- Room / Bedroom Decor:The 130FT bedroom decor aesthetic, is long enough for bedroom, ceiling, kitchen, living room, bar and party decoration
- Upgraded Motion Sensor Under Cabinet Lights: Setting the under cabinet lights on motion sensor mode, they auto-on when human motion is detected within 120°and 10ft in a dark or low light environment, and auto-off after about...
- Always-on Mode: The under counter lights for kitchen can be also be set to be always-on, or off. The always-on feature allows you use the motion sensor lights on daytime for a long time task. It can be used in reading,...
- Upgraded Dimmable Closet Lights: The cabinet lights are bright and eye-protection, thanks to 40pcs energy-saving LEDs and a non-glare frosted cover. In addition, unlike fixed brightness of others', our motion sensor light...
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- APP and IR Remote Contorl: With a stable bluetooth connection,control your LED lights,freely change in 16 million colors,adjust brightness,customize modes (Flashing,Jump,Fade,etc) in different speeds.
- Music Sync: The built-in mic make the LED lights color-changing with the ambient music,easily create party atmosphere.
- Timing Setting: The Led strip will turn on/off automatically at the setting time, repeat this seting on date you set.
- Widely use: The led strip lights 100FT is long enough, perfect for decorating your bedroom, kitchen, ceiling, living room . Widely used on holidays and party (such as christmas, halloween,birthday,wedding .etc )
Last update on 2024-12-07 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API / Disclosure: We may get a commission from retail offers.
6. Get an Amazon Echo or Google Home device to make your life easier
When you’re away from home some smart speakers, like the Amazon Echo or Google Home device can be plugged in and activated by voice, meaning they’ll listen to your commands to start playing music, turn off lights or close the garage door.
Plus, with a little work, both devices might just learn what you want when you ask for it thanks to natural language processing technology.
The first step is to teach your speaker about people and places (like “turn off all lights except in my bedroom” or “play rock music”).
Then let it know how often these things happen so that those requests come up more quickly when asked again (for example asking every morning at around this time).
You may also have some control of what happens when you have the speaker in your car. You can make “Hey, Google” or “Alexa” the wake word for voice commands instead of ‘OK.’
The next step is to teach it about items like groceries and home appliances by asking questions and answering them to store them as smart reminders.
For example: If I say “What’s on my grocery list?” It might read off a few things from our previous conversation- then ask if this needs to be added to the shopping cart when asked again tomorrow morning at around this time.
- Our best sounding echo dot yet – Enjoy an improved audio experience compared to any previous Echo Dot with Alexa for clearer vocals, deeper bass and vibrant sound in any room.
- Your favorite music and content – Play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify and others or via Bluetooth throughout your home.
- Alexa is happy to help – Ask Alexa for weather updates and to set hands-free timers, get answers to your questions and even hear jokes. Need a few extra minutes in the morning? Just tap your Echo Dot to snooze your alarm.
- Keep your home comfortable – Control compatible smart home devices with your voice and routines triggered by built-in motion or indoor temperature sensors. Create routines to automatically turn on lights when you walk into...
- See more — Get 66% more vertical coverage with the latest version of Ring’s best-selling Video Doorbell (2nd Gen), now featuring Head-to-Toe Video.
- Built-In Battery — Battery Doorbell includes a built-in battery, which charges with a convenient USB-C charging port. To recharge, simply detach your doorbell from the wall and connect to the included charging cable.
- Install in a Snap — Charge it up, click into place, and stay connected right from your phone.
- Connect to who’s there — See and respond to activity with Live View & Two-Way Talk.
- Echo Pop – This compact smart speaker with Alexa features full sound that's great for bedrooms and small spaces. Small enough to blend in and mighty enough to stand out.
- Control music with your voice – Ask Alexa to play music, audiobooks, and podcasts from your favorite providers like Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify, Pandora, Sirius XM and more. Connect via Bluetooth to stream throughout...
- Make any space a smart space – Easily control compatible smart home devices like smart plugs or smart lights with your voice or the Alexa App.
- Life just got easier – Have Alexa set timers, check the weather, read the news, re-order paper towels, make calls, answer questions, and more.
Last update on 2024-12-07 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API / Disclosure: We may get a commission from retail offers.
Conclusion
Hi there! If you’re looking for smart home ideas that are under $100, this article has everything you need. We’ve found some great budget-friendly options for all of your needs, from simple things like installing a doorbell camera to more complex projects such as getting an Amazon Echo or Google Home device. We hope these tips will help make life easier and save you time with the everyday tasks in your house. Please share this article if it was helpful!
