Smart Hubs

Bottom Line Up Front: If you have a house with just Z-Wave devices, go with the VeraLite, otherwise the SmartThings Hub has wider compatability and is the closest to unifying the entire IoT ecosystem. Continue reading for the full analysis... While there may still be a few stalwarts who still prefer the cellular flip phone or even rotary landline for that matter, most … [Read more...] about SmartThings Hub vs VeraLite Home Controller – Which is Better?

Once considered a futuristic pipe dream that only appeared in far out cartoons such as The Jetsons, home automation has morphed into a mainstream consumer niche. By taking technology principles from building automation, home automation product and system designers provide families with enhanced convenience, comfort and most important, energy efficiency. Home automation … [Read more...] about VeraLite vs Vera Edge – What are the Key Differences and Which is Best?

Over the last few years, relatively small steps in technology have given us a number of autonomous devices that help run and service out homes.  We have had app-driven systems such as Hive to control out heating, and a rise in the abilities of domestic robots such as vacuums and automated mops. Increased availability and a new affordability have driven a surge of interest on … [Read more...] about SmartThings Hub vs Revolv Hub – Which is the Better Smart Controller?

Another day, another smart hub to review! I'd read a few mixed reviews on the Wink Hub online. It seemed that it was yet another "love it" or "hate it" smart home controller. There is always a bit of extra frustration in this niche because smart home technology is still in its early stages. Regardless of the device, there will almost always be at least minor issues to … [Read more...] about Wink Hub Review – My Experience with the Wink Home Automation Hub

The "Internet of Things" has quickly become the latest tech buzzword. It's a brave, new, interconnected world and smart hubs are here to help. I've been in the process of creating the ultimate automated home for the past 3 months. In so doing, I've been testing, sometimes breaking, and then publishing my reviews of the various "smart hub" controller devices currently on the … [Read more...] about My SmartThings Hub Review – Is the Smartthings Hub the Best Home Controller?

The Insteon Hub is marketed as the quintessential home automation control kit for all your smart devices. It uses the Insteon protocol to communicate with your various devices, simplifying the control process with apps and online (on-the-go) home management. With home automation increasing in popularity and usability, I was interested to test out a different protocol system to … [Read more...] about Insteon Review – My Insteon Hub Review for Home Automation

Home automation control is a rapidly developing area with new technologies popping up all the time. It's been a bit overwhelming to keep track of all the new developments, but All Home Robotics has jumped into the fray. I've already test out the VeraLite home controller, so I was eager to take the Nexia Home Intelligence Bridge for a spin as well. Like the VeraLite and a … [Read more...] about Nexia Review – A Comprehensive Review of the Nexia Home Intelligence Bridge

In case you missed it, home automation has finally arrived! For years I've been waiting to see a good synchronized home automation controlled come onto the market. There have been some signs of promise, but not a lot of widespread implementation or adoption. Thankfully, the Vera Lite controller has helped lead the home automation market in a very positive direction. The … [Read more...] about Vera Lite Review – Is the VeraLite for Home Automation Worth the Effort and Expense?