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Best Smart Home Devices for Hosting
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Anonymous Hustler
5 months ago
Smart home tech makes hosting SO much easier. Here's what I use and recommend:
Smart Locks (MUST HAVE)
This is the #1 upgrade every host should make. No more key exchanges!
#My Top Picks:
Schlage Encode Plus ⭐ My Choice
- WiFi built-in (no hub needed)
- Works with Airbnb (auto-codes coming!)
- Apple HomeKit compatible
- $280-320
Yale Assure Lock 2
- Sleek design
- Multiple connectivity options
- $180-280 depending on module
August WiFi Smart Lock
- Retrofits existing deadbolt
- Keep your exterior look
- $200-250
Noise Monitoring
Protect yourself from parties without invading privacy!
Minut ⭐ My Choice
- Noise levels (no recording)
- Occupancy estimation
- Cigarette smoke detection
- $150 device + $10/mo
NoiseAware
- Industry standard
- $200 device + $10/mo
Thermostats
Save money and ensure guest comfort.
Ecobee SmartThermostat ⭐
- Room sensors included
- Prevents extreme settings
- $200-250
Nest Thermostat
- Budget-friendly
- Easy to use
- $130-180
Security Cameras
ONLY for exterior/common areas! Always disclose in listing.
Ring Doorbell
- See when guests arrive
- Package theft protection
- $100-250
What I Wish I'd Bought Sooner
The Minut sensor. I had a party situation at 2am and didn't know until neighbors complained. Now I get instant alerts.
What smart home tech do you use?
Smart Locks (MUST HAVE)
This is the #1 upgrade every host should make. No more key exchanges!
#My Top Picks:
Schlage Encode Plus ⭐ My Choice
- WiFi built-in (no hub needed)
- Works with Airbnb (auto-codes coming!)
- Apple HomeKit compatible
- $280-320
Yale Assure Lock 2
- Sleek design
- Multiple connectivity options
- $180-280 depending on module
August WiFi Smart Lock
- Retrofits existing deadbolt
- Keep your exterior look
- $200-250
Noise Monitoring
Protect yourself from parties without invading privacy!
Minut ⭐ My Choice
- Noise levels (no recording)
- Occupancy estimation
- Cigarette smoke detection
- $150 device + $10/mo
NoiseAware
- Industry standard
- $200 device + $10/mo
Thermostats
Save money and ensure guest comfort.
Ecobee SmartThermostat ⭐
- Room sensors included
- Prevents extreme settings
- $200-250
Nest Thermostat
- Budget-friendly
- Easy to use
- $130-180
Security Cameras
ONLY for exterior/common areas! Always disclose in listing.
Ring Doorbell
- See when guests arrive
- Package theft protection
- $100-250
What I Wish I'd Bought Sooner
The Minut sensor. I had a party situation at 2am and didn't know until neighbors complained. Now I get instant alerts.
What smart home tech do you use?
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