1. Smart Bulbs That Set the Mood and Save You Money

Smart lighting used to be a luxury. Now it’s basically essential—and cheap. With bulbs from Wyze, Govee, or Sengled, you can control brightness, color, and timing from your phone. Want your lights to dim at 9 PM? Done. Prefer a soft orange glow instead of hospital white? You got it. And yeah, they work with Alexa and Google, so you don’t have to get off the couch to flip a switch ever again.

2. Video Doorbells That Don’t Miss a Thing

You don’t need a Ring subscription or a pricey setup to keep an eye on your front door. Budget options from Blink or Eufy offer motion alerts, two-way audio, and sharp HD video for around $50–$100.