11 Smart Home Products That'll Make Renters Feel At Home

Whether it’s a cozy studio, a fabulous luxury apartment, or a sunny duplex with a backyard that you call home, smart home technology can help you personalize and protect your space.

1. A compact smart home device.

Google

Music, weather updates, alarms, all set with the ease and convenience this portable smart home device offers. Find it here.

2. A smart thermostat.

Amazon

This thermostat can be controlled at your convenience with your voice or through a mobile app, and is designed to help you cut your energy usage and costs. Find it here.

3. A robot vacuum.

Bed Bath & Beyond

Press a button and clean your home with this robot vacuum that can also be synced with your smart home device. Find it here.

4. A pet camera and treat dispenser.

Amazon

Never feel bad about leaving your pup home alone again with the help of this smart camera and dispenser, which pairs with an app on your smartphone. Find it here.

5. A smart baby monitor.

Amazon

With customizable zoom and viewing angles features, this baby monitor offers parents tailor-made surveillance. Find it here.

6. An indoor home camera.

Google

Feel really, really secure with this motion and sound-detecting camera featuring dual-way audio. Find it here.

7. A smart lock.

Amazon

Never lose your keys again with this smart lock, which also offers voice control capabilities and remote access usage. Just make sure to check with your landlord before installing to confirm you are allowed to drill into your door. Find it here.

8. A video doorbell.

Google

This video doorbell features a rechargeable battery and Wi-Fi connection, so you don’t have to worry about setting up any wiring (your landlord will thank you!), and two-way audio enables you to talk to whoever is outside. Find it here.

9. A voice-activated bulb.

Google

Hook this bulb up to your smart home device and let its voice-activation features impress any future party guests. Find it here.

10. A digital smoke and carbon monoxide alarm.

Amazon

This advanced detector self-monitors battery power and offers verbal messages when issues arise. Find it here.

11. A smart motion sensor.

Ring

You can mount this motion sensor to any indoor wall or corner and receive mobile alerts whenever movement is detected. Don’t worry, it is sensitive enough to know that your pet moving around doesn’t count! Find it here.

Bonus: Protect your home with qualifying smart devices, and you could earn a special discount on your renters insurance from American Family Insurance!