Best for Affordable Outdoor Security

Wyze Cam Outdoor

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Best Overall Value

Wyze Cam Pan 1080p Wi-Fi Indoor Smart Home Camera

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Best for Voice-enabling your rooms

Amazon Echo Dot 4th Gen (2020)

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Google Assistant Users

Google Nest Mini

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Amazon Echo Wall Clock

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Amazon Echo Flex

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Amazon Smart Plug

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Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device With Alexa Voice Remote

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Budget-minded cinephiles

Roku Premiere (2018)

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Best for Alexa and ANC on a budget

WYZE 5.0 Over The Ear Noise Cancellation Headphones

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Retro-bit RES Plus

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Budget Surround Sound Gamers

Logitech G432 Wired Gaming Headset

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Audiocentric Children

JBL JR300BT

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Pockets

JBL Go 2

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Third-Party Compatibility

iHome ISP6X SmartPlug

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iHome Motion Sensor iSB01

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Kangaroo Motion + Entry Sensor

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Amazon Fire 7 (2019)

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Recording on a Budget

Blue Snowball Ice

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Eufy BodySense Smart Scale

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Logitech K480 Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard

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Best for Affordable Outdoor Security

Wyze Cam Outdoor

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Affordable
- Wireless
- Easy to install
- Free cloud and local storage
- Sharp 1080p video
- Travel mode
- Requires hub
- Non-removable battery

Bottom Line:

The Wyze Cam Outdoor has everything you need to monitor activity outside your home—or anywhere else—for under $50.

Specs & Configurations

Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Field of View	110
Integrations	Amazon Alexa
Integrations	Google Assistant
Integrations	IFTTT
Night Vision
Resolution	1080p
Storage	Cloud
Storage	Local
Two-Way Audio

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Best Overall Value

Wyze Cam Pan 1080p Wi-Fi Indoor Smart Home Camera

4.5 Outstanding

Pros & Cons

- Inexpensive.
- Motion tracking.
- Time-lapse video.
- Mechanical pan and tilt.
- Crisp 1080p video.
- Alexa and IFTTT support.
- Free cloud and local storage.
- CO alarm alert didn't work in testing.
- Minor barrel distortion.

Bottom Line:

The Wyze Cam Pan is a very affordable indoor security camera that is loaded with features including mechanical pan and tilt, motion tracking, local and free cloud storage, support for Alexa and IFTTT, and more.

Specs & Configurations

Connectivity	Wi-Fi
Field of View	120
Integrations	Amazon Alexa
Integrations	IFTTT
Integrations	Nest
Mechanical Pan/Tilt
Night Vision
Resolution	1080p
Storage	Cloud
Storage	Local
Two-Way Audio

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Best for Voice-enabling your rooms

Amazon Echo Dot 4th Gen (2020)

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Affordable
- Attractive design
- 3.5mm output
- Only a cosmetic change from previous model
- Weak bass

Bottom Line:

The fourth-generation Echo Dot speaker doesn't offer particularly impressive sound quality, but for $50, it's still the best basic gateway to Amazon's Alexa voice assistant.

Specs & Configurations

Bluetooth
Built-In Voice Assistant	Amazon Alexa
Channels	Mono
Multi-Room
Physical Connections	3.5mm
Portable
Speakerphone
Water-Resistant
Wi-Fi

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Google Assistant Users

Google Nest Mini

3.5 Good

Pros & Cons

- Affordable.
- Small.
- Good high-frequency response.
- No significant changes over Google Home Mini.
- Weak bass and midrange.

Bottom Line:

The Google Nest Mini is the most affordable Google Assistant smart speaker you can buy, but it offers virtually no improvements over the previous model.

Specs & Configurations

Bluetooth
Channels	Mono
Multi-Room
Physical Connections	None
Speakerphone
Voice Assistant	Google Assistant
Wi-Fi

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Amazon Echo Wall Clock

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons
- - Inexpensive
  - Attractive design
  - Visually shows Alexa timers
- - Flimsy build
  - Doesn't work with Echos in multi-room groups
Bottom Line:
Bottom Line:
If you use Alexa timers often, Amazon's Echo Wall Clock is an easy way to see when they're about to expire.

Specs & Configurations

Product Category Smart Home

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Best for Alexa in Every Room

Amazon Echo Flex

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Inexpensive
- Easy to set up and use
- Fully functional Alexa voice capabilities
- Weak audio
- Works best with a high, unobscured wall outlet

Bottom Line:

The Amazon Echo Flex is a tiny plug-in speaker that lets you add Alexa voice assistant features to any room of the house.

Specs & Configurations

Bluetooth
Built-In Voice Assistant	Amazon Alexa
Channels	Mono
Multi-Room
Physical Connections	None
Portable
Speakerphone
Water-Resistant
Wi-Fi

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Best for Alexa Users

Amazon Smart Plug

3.5 Good

Pros & Cons
- - Affordable
  - Easy to install
  - Works with Alexa voice commands and Alexa-enabled devices
- - Doesn't work with Apple HomeKit or Google Assistant
  - No IFTTT support
  - Lacks energy reporting
Bottom Line:
Bottom Line:
The Amazon Smart Plug lets you control whatever is plugged into it using Alexa voice commands, and it integrates with other Alexa-enabled devices, but it doesn't work with other home automation platforms and lacks energy usage reporting.

Specs & Configurations

Amazon Alexa

Size 1.5 by 3.2 by 2.2 inches

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Best for Overall value

Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device With Alexa Voice Remote

4.5 Outstanding

Pros & Cons

- Affordable
- Supports 4K with HDR10 and Dolby Vision
- Amazon Alexa
- Quick Wi-Fi streaming and menu navigation
- Ethernet adapter not included

Bottom Line:

With 4K HDR, Amazon Alexa, and very peppy performance, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K is the best media streamer you can buy for under $50.

Specs & Configurations

Built-In Voice Assistant	Amazon Alexa
HDR	Dolby Vision
HDR	HDR10
Platform	Amazon Fire OS
Resolution	4K

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Budget-minded cinephiles

Roku Premiere (2018)

3.5 Good

Pros & Cons
- - Inexpensive.
  - Quick performance.
  - Supports HDR10.
- - IR remote must be pointed directly at Roku box.
Bottom Line:
Bottom Line:
At just $40, the Roku Premiere is the most affordable 4K-capable media streamer out there, if you don't mind dealing with a line-of-sight infrared remote.

Specs & Configurations

HDR HDR10

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Best for Alexa and ANC on a budget

WYZE 5.0 Over The Ear Noise Cancellation Headphones

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Bass-forward, powerful audio
- Acceptable noise cancellation for the price
- App with EQ
- Can be used in wired, passive mode
- Attractive design doesn’t look or feel cheap
- Highly sculpted audio isn't for purists
- Noise cancellation is just decent overall

Bottom Line:

The Wyze Headphones deliver bass-forward audio, Amazon Alexa support, an adjustable EQ, and decent noise cancellation at an affordable price.

Specs & Configurations

Active Noise Cancellation
Connection Type	Bluetooth
Connection Type	Stereo 3.5mm
True Wireless
Type	Circumaural (over-ear)
Type	Wireless
Water/Sweat-Resistant
Wireless

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Retro-bit RES Plus

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons
- - Very affordable.
  - Crisp 720p upconversion.
  - Responsive controls.
  - Worked with all intact NES cartridges we tested with.
- - No video output options besides 720p HDMI and composite video.
  - No emulation tricks like save states or control remapping.
  - Controller buttons are a little small.
Bottom Line:
Bottom Line:
The Retro-Bit RES Plus is an inexpensive retro game console that lets you play your classic NES games on your modern TV.

Specs & Configurations

Product Category Game Systems

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Budget Surround Sound Gamers

Logitech G432 Wired Gaming Headset

3.0 Average

Pros & Cons
- - Includes 7.1-channel USB audio card.
- - Underwhelming audio.
  - Light, stiff padding.
Bottom Line:
Bottom Line:
The Logitech G432 is a capable wired gaming headset that includes a 7.1-channel USB sound card for use with a PC, but its design and performance lag behind the competition.

Specs & Configurations

Boom Mic

Type Circumaural (over-ear)

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Audiocentric Children

JBL JR300BT

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Rich bass and crisp highs for a nicely balanced mix.
- Effective volume limiting.
- Comfortable fit.
- Distortion on some deep bass tracks.
- Most controls are clustered on one button.

Bottom Line:

JBL's JR300BT wireless headphones effectively limit volume levels while sounding better than most of the kid-friendly options out there.

Specs & Configurations

Active Noise Cancellation
Boom Mic
Connection Type	Bluetooth
Phone Controls
Removable Cable
Type	Circumaural (over-ear)
Water/Sweat-Resistant
Wire-Free
Wireless

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Pockets

JBL Go 2

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Solid audio performance for the size.
- Waterproof.
- Affordable.
- Light on accessories.
- Can distort on deep bass tracks at high volumes.

Bottom Line:

The JBL Go 2 is an affordable waterproof speaker that offers solid volume levels and a full sound signature for its size.

Specs & Configurations

Bluetooth
Channels	Mono
Multi-Room
Physical Connections	3.5mm
Portable
Speakerphone
Voice Assistant	None
Water-Resistant
Wi-Fi

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Third-Party Compatibility

iHome ISP6X SmartPlug

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Excellent third-party support.
- Simple installation.
- Intuitive app.
- Plentiful scheduling options.
- Affordable.
- May not fit some power strips.
- No energy reporting.

Bottom Line:

The iHome iSP6X SmartPlug offers an ideal combination of affordability, features, and third-party support, making it easy to control just about anything in your home from your phone.

Specs & Configurations

Amazon Alexa
Apple HomeKit
Apple Siri
Google Assistant
Size	1.5 by 2.8 by 2.1 inches

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iHome Motion Sensor iSB01

3.5 Good

Pros & Cons

- Easy to install.
- Completely wireless.
- No hub required.
- Works with IFTTT applets.
- Doesn't work with home security/automation hubs.
- No HomeKit support.
- Lacks motion sensitivity settings.

Bottom Line:

The iHome Motion Sensor iSB01 is a reasonably priced Wi-Fi motion detector that will let you know when someone or something is moving around in your home.

Specs & Configurations

Cellular Backup
Environmental Sensors
IFTTT Support
Monitoring Contract Required
Power Outage Backup
Professional Installation Required

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Kangaroo Motion + Entry Sensor

3.5 Good

Pros & Cons

- Entry and motion detection.
- Solid performance.
- Professional monitoring available.
- No hub required.
- Easy to install.
- Some features require a monthly subscription.
- Doesn't support IFTTT or integrate with other smart devices.
- No event log.

Bottom Line:

The hub-free Kangaroo Motion + Entry Sensor lets you know when a door or window is opened or closed and if somebody is moving around in your home, but a few of its features require a paid subscription.

Specs & Configurations

Cellular Backup
Environmental Sensors
IFTTT Support
Monitoring Contract Required
Monthly Fees	9
Power Outage Backup
Professional Installation Required
Voice Assistant Compatibility	Amazon Alexa
Voice Assistant Compatibility	Google Home

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Best for Rock-Bottom Price

Amazon Fire 7 (2019)

3.0 Average

Pros & Cons

- Affordable
- Increased storage options
- Includes Hands-free Alexa
- Poor performance
- Disappointing display
- Underwhelming sound quality
- Amazon-centric OS limits app options

Bottom Line:

In 2021, Amazon's Fire 7 tablet is underpowered for almost every task. The Fire HD 8 is the better buy.

Specs & Configurations

Battery Life	7 hours
CPU	Mediatek MT8163
Dimensions	7.6 by 4.5 by 0.4 inches
Operating System	Amazon Fire OS
Screen Resolution	1,024 by 600 pixels
Screen Size	7
Storage Capacity	16
Weight	10.1

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Recording on a Budget

Blue Snowball Ice

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Affordable.
- Delivers crisp audio in a cardioid recording pattern.
- No DSP means pure signal.
- Plug-and-play ready.
- Only 44.1kHz/16 bit.
- Mic stand doesn't angle high enough for proper mouth alignment.

Bottom Line:

The Snowball Ice from Blue is a USB microphone that delivers excellent quality audio for just $50.

Specs & Configurations

Bitrate	16
Frequency Range	40Hz-18kHz
Pattern	Cardioid
Sample Rate	44.1kHz
Type	Condenser
USB

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Overall Value

Eufy BodySense Smart Scale

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Sleek design.
- Measures weight, BMI, and full body composition.
- Supports up to 16 users.
- Good data contextualization.
- Accurately differentiates between family members.
- Integrates with Apple Health, Fitbit, and Google Fit.
- Data not private.
- No modes for implanted medical devices and pregnant women.
- Can't delete erroneous measurements.

Bottom Line:

The Eufy BodySense is a comprehensive, accurate, and sleek smart scale that offers a ton of functionality for its low price.

Specs & Configurations

Bluetooth Enabled
Body Mass Index
Bone Mass
Fat Mass/Percentage
Water Percentage

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Multitaskers

Logitech K480 Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard

4.0 Excellent

Pros & Cons

- Connects with most major platforms.
- Switches between multiple devices extremely well.
- Comfortable keyboard.
- Inexpensive.
- Not compatible with Windows Phone OS.
- Not compact or light enough to be used as a portable tablet keyboard.
- Doesn't have all the usual keys you find on a full-size keyboard.

Bottom Line:

Logitech's K480 Bluetooth Multi-Device Keyboard lets you connect a computer, your phone, and tablet, all of which could be using different platforms, to a single keyboard—with solid results.

Specs & Configurations

Dedicated Shortcut Keys
Interface	Bluetooth
Key Backlighting	None
Key Switch Type	Membrane
Media Controls	Shared With Other Keys
N-Key Rollover Support
Number of Keys	81
Onboard Profile Storage
Palm Rest	None
Passthrough Ports	None