Smart devices · As of 2026-10-16
Lighting, climate control, security and locks: the connected devices that turn a house into a smart home. Compatibility is the biggest trap, so check your ecosystem and heating type first.
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Photo: Dan LeFebvre / UnsplashTypical price: $250-280 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $250-$280. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
This week A Canadian-founded brand with one of the largest smart thermostat install bases here.
A Canadian-founded brand with a large install base. Made for low-voltage heating and cooling systems.
Ongoing costs None required.
Typical price: $70-100 varies by retailer
3-year cost $70-$100 without a plan. With Ring Protect Solo (CA$59.99/year) it is $250-$280. How this is worked out
This week The most recognized video doorbell brand, with battery and wired options.
A popular video doorbell with battery and wired options.
Winter rating Rated to -20°C Details
Ongoing costs Saved video history needs a Ring Protect subscription.
Typical price: $230-280 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $230-$280. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
This week A widely stocked keypad smart lock sold in several connectivity versions.
A keypad smart lock sold in several connectivity versions. Pick the one that matches your ecosystem.
Winter rating Rated to -30°C Details
Ongoing costs Batteries. Some versions need an extra module for remote access.
Photo: Federico Bottos / UnsplashTypical price: $130-160 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $130-$160. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
This week The most broadly compatible smart bulb system, works with every major ecosystem.
A widely supported bulb system that uses a bridge. Good if you want many bulbs and reliable automations.
Ongoing costs The Hue Bridge is needed for full features. Starter kits include it.
Typical price: $380-410 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $380-$410. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
This week A WiFi deadbolt with Apple Home Key tap-to-unlock support.
A WiFi deadbolt with Apple Home Key support, so you can tap an iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock.
Winter rating Rated to -35°C Details
Ongoing costs Batteries.
Typical price: $15-25 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $15-$25. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
A low-cost way to make a lamp, fan or small appliance schedulable.
Ongoing costs None.
Typical price: $100-130 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $100-$130. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
Smart wall dimmers that do not need a neutral wire. Confirm compatibility with your bulbs.
Ongoing costs The Lutron Smart Bridge is needed for app and voice control. Kits include it.
Photo: e24 / UnsplashTypical price: $120-150 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $120-$150. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
Made for electric baseboard heating, which most smart thermostats do not support.
Ongoing costs You need one per baseboard thermostat.
Photo: Fujiphilm / UnsplashTypical price: $100-130 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $100-$130. Plus replacement filters, not included. How this is worked out
A compact HEPA purifier for small rooms. Check its CADR against the room you want to use it in.
Ongoing costs Replacement filters, typically every several months depending on use.
Photo: VBreathe / UnsplashTypical price: $230-260 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $230-$260. Plus replacement filters, not included. How this is worked out
A mid-size purifier often shortlisted for living rooms and bedrooms.
Ongoing costs Replacement filters. Look up their price before you buy.
Photo: Siarhei Horbach / UnsplashTypical price: $40-60 varies by retailer
3-year cost $40-$60 without a plan. With Cam Plus (CA$40.99/year per camera) it is $163-$183. How this is worked out
A low-priced indoor camera.
Winter rating Rated to -20°C Details
Ongoing costs Some features need a Cam Plus subscription.
Typical price: $80-100 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $80-$100. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
A WiFi LED strip for shelves, desks or behind a TV. Segmented colour control without a separate hub.
Ongoing costs None.
Typical price: $30-40 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $30-$40. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
A simple, low-cost plug if you are already in the Alexa ecosystem. Alexa-only, unlike the Kasa plug above.
Ongoing costs None.
Typical price: $60-75 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $60-$75. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
A budget colour-changing WiFi bulb sold in a 4-pack, enough to light a whole room at once.
Ongoing costs None.
Typical price: $115-135 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $115-$135. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
Google's mainstream thermostat. Simple scheduling and a tight fit with the rest of a Google Home setup.
Ongoing costs None required.
Typical price: $190-215 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $190-$215. No plan or parts to buy. How this is worked out
Supports an optional remote room sensor, useful if one room always runs hotter or colder than the rest. Needs a common wire.
Ongoing costs A remote room sensor, if you want one, is sold separately.
Typical price: $280-310 varies by retailer
3-year cost About $280-$310. Plus replacement filters, not included. How this is worked out
A large-room purifier with an auto mode that reacts to its own built-in air quality sensor.
Ongoing costs Replacement filters, true HEPA and carbon.
Typical price: $120-140 varies by retailer
3-year cost $120-$140 without a plan. With Nest Aware (CA$100/year) it is $420-$440. How this is worked out
A wired indoor camera built for the Google Home app, with on-device alerts for people, pets and packages.
Winter rating Indoor use only Details
Ongoing costs Full event history needs a Nest Aware subscription.
Typical price: $160-180 varies by retailer
3-year cost $160-$180 without a plan. With Arlo Secure (from $9.99/month) it is at least $520-$540. How this is worked out
A wire-free outdoor camera with a built-in spotlight and siren. Sold here as a 2-camera kit.
Winter rating Rated to -20°C Details
Ongoing costs Cloud video history needs an Arlo Secure subscription.
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