Seasonal & Holidays
Best Smart Home Holiday Gifts 2019
From Google Nest Learning Thermostats to Ring Video Doorbells, these are practical presents everyone would enjoy receiving this year.
Picture frames and nicknacks are fine for some people, but if you're looking for a practical present everyone can use, smart home gifts are the way to go. Smart speakers, lightbulbs, video doorbells and more are designed to make our lives easier — and who doesn't love that?
We've rounded up the best smart home gifts for the 2019 holiday season. From Ring Video Doorbells to Amazon devices, these smart home essentials are sure to please just about anyone on your list. Happy shopping!
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Ring Video Doorbell Pro, $249
With this smart video doorbell, you can answer the front door even when you're not home. The Ring Video Doorbell Pro sends instant alerts when visitors press your doorbell or trigger the built-in motion sensors. This way, you can see, hear and speak to visitors from your phone. The sleek doorbell connects to your existing doorbell wiring, so you'll never have to change a battery. It comes with four interchangeable faceplates, so you (or the lucky gift recipient) can choose the finish that matches the front door and style.
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Google Nest Learning Thermostat, $218.90
This smart thermostat is designed to conserve energy and save you money. It quickly learns the temperatures you like and creates a schedule that takes into account when you're actually home. It automatically adjusts the temperature when you leave, so you're not wasting money heating or cooling an empty house. You can change the temperature from anywhere using your phone, tablet or laptop. Setup is quick and easy; and if you ever need technical assistance, Nest Support is available 24/7.
iRobot Roomba 614 Robot Vacuum, $219.99
This nicely priced robotic vacuum has a three-stage cleaning system that loosens, lifts and suctions dirt, dust, hair and debris from hard floors and carpets. A full suite of sensors intelligently navigate the iRobot Roomba 614 under and around objects to thoroughly clean your floors. And patented Dirt Detect sensors alert the robotic vacuum to work harder on high-traffic areas of your home where there are concentrated areas of dirt. It runs for up to 90 minutes at a time before automatically returning to the dock to recharge.
Echo Show 5, $59.99
This compact, 5.5-inch smart display is glanceable entertainment at its finest. Thanks to Alexa, you can manage your calendar, get weather updates, watch news briefings, make hands-free video calls and so much more — all with the sound of your voice. You can also choose from several clock face designs or display albums from Amazon Photos.
Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 LED Smart Bulb (2-pack), $89.99
Control these smart bulbs with your voice or your smartphone. The Philips Hue Smart Lights are compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, Zigbee and Bluetooth. With the easy-to-use Hue app or your favorite smart home devices, you can set the mood with over 16 million colors and create timers and routines to automate your entire smart home lighting setup. Each Energy Star Certified bulb is projected to last for up to 22 years or 25,000 lifetime hours. Shop more Philips Hue smart home finds.
Echo Flex, $19.99
Add Alexa to even more places with this plug-in mini smart speaker. With the Echo Flex, you can also ask Alexa to set timers, check the weather, adjust thermostats, turn on lights and more with compatible connected devices. It also has a built-in USB port, so you can charge your phone or add an optional accessory such as a night light or motion sensor.
Facebook's Portal Plus, $279.99
Take video calling to the next level with Facebook's Portal Plus. This smart display has a built-in camera that follows the action, keeping you perfectly in frame when you move around the room. When more people join the conversation, the smart camera zooms out to keep everyone in view. Use Portal Plus to instantly connect with your contacts from Facebook and Facebook Messenger, even if they don't have a Portal device. It even has Amazon's Alexa built in, so you can ask questions, set timers, control smart home devices and more all with the sound of your voice.
Roku Streaming Stick+, $44
Turn any TV into a smart TV with this powerful, portable streaming stick. Just plug it in, connect to the internet and get ready to discover thousands of free and paid channels to stream live TV, popular shows, news, sports and more. The long-range wireless receiver gives you up to four times the range and a stronger signal for smooth streaming even in rooms farther from your router. Subscription fees may apply.
Bose Home Speaker 500, $299
This compact-but-powerful smart speaker fills any room with impressive wall-to-wall stereo sound. Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant are built in, so you can enjoy millions of songs, internet radio stations, playlists and more hands-free. Compatible with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Apple airplay 2, this speaker will play your favorite music from Spotify, Apple Music or anything from your phone or tablet. It even features a color LCD display that shows you what's playing.
AmazonBasics Microwave, $59.99![]()
This voice-controlled 700-watt microwave takes the guesswork out of reheating and cooking all of your favorite foods. Quick-cook presets allow for the optimal defrosting of vegetables, microwaving a potato and everything in between. Just say, "Alexa, reheat one cup of coffee," and Alexa will start reheating with the appropriate power and time settings. And since Alexa is always adding new features and getting smarter, your microwave will keep getting better, too.
Echo Wall Clock, $29.99
See one or all of your timers at a glance with the Echo Wall Clock. Use your voice to set the timer on your compatible Echo device (sold separately), and your clock will display the time remaining and show a countdown animation for the last 60 seconds. It's an easy, effective way to stay organized and on time at home.
Chamberlain MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener, $29.99
Turn any garage into a smart garage with this secure, easy-to-use My Q hub. Once it's installed, your smartphone becomes the remote to open and close the garage door. You can also sign up to receive real-time notifications anytime the garage door opens, closes or is left open. And depending on where you live, you might even be eligible for in-garage delivery of Amazon packages using the Key App.
Connected Consumer Fuel Smart Oil Gauge, $159
Check your heating oil tank from your smartphone — anytime, anywhere. When your tank is running low, you'll receive an alert letting you know. And with the Smart Oil Usage Tracker app, you can see how much oil you save by lowering the thermostat even just a degree. This smart oil gauge makes a great gift for any homeowner with an above-ground oil tank, but it's particularly useful for folks who have second homes or rental properties.
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