What are smart home products?
Smart home products are smart devices that you connect to each other and to your phone via Wi-Fi, Zigbee or the Matter protocol. You control them with an app like Mi Home, with your voice through Google Home, Amazon Alexa or Apple HomeKit, or you let them respond fully automatically to time, motion or temperature. Smart lighting is the first introduction for most people: it's easy to install and you see the result straight away in the atmosphere of your home.
On top of that, smart sensors play a central role, because they detect motion, doors, temperature or air quality and use that to control other devices. From a smart plug and a smart thermostat to a robot vacuum: nearly every device in your home is now available in a smart version. Together they form a versatile and accessible system that you set up exactly the way you want.
The Best-Selling Smart Home Products
Xiaomi Smart Camera C201
Sometimes you just want to be able to check in. Whether you want to know who's at the door or what your pet is up to when you're not around. The Xiaomi Smart Camera C201 is exactly the camera you'll want to have. Compact, smart and surprisingly complete, with sharp image quality and plenty of attention to privacy.
Xiaomi Mi Flower Care Plant Sensor
The Xiaomi Watch 5 is a premium smartwatch with a stunning AMOLED display, Wear OS 6, Google Gemini right on your wrist and 6 days of battery life. Stylish, smart and powerful.
Xiaomi Mi Bluetooth Thermometer and Hygrometer 2
The Xiaomi Bluetooth Thermometer 2 is specially designed to accurately detect and record changes in temperature and humidity. It has a temperature range of 0°C to 60°C and a humidity range of 0% to 99% RH.
Xiaomi Smart Plug 2 (Wi-Fi)
Do you like controlling all your devices 'smartly' from a distance, but don't feel like spending a lot of money on it? The Xiaomi Smart Plug 2 Wi-Fi solves that in one go. With this smart plug, you turn all your 'old-fashioned' electrical devices into smart ones, like your fan, coffee maker, or lamp.
Why choose a smart home?
A smart home is all about convenience, security and savings. You automate recurring tasks, so the lights come on the moment you get home and the heating turns down when you're away. That instantly gives you noticeably more comfort at home, but also a lower energy bill, because you monitor your usage and switch devices off automatically. With smart speakers you control your whole home with your voice and bring music, calendar and controls together in one central point.
For many people, security matters just as much: with cameras, doorbells and locks you stay in control of your home, even remotely. On top of that, a smart setup is affordable and future-proof, especially when you keep an eye on compatibility with the major ecosystems and support for the Matter protocol.
Our smart home range
In our range you'll find everything you need to make your home smart, from individual devices to complete solutions that work together seamlessly. Below we've listed the most important categories, so you can quickly see which product suits your needs.
Smart switches
With smart switches you control existing lamps and devices without replacing your entire installation. You physically press the button, control it through the app or link the switch to a scene, so one press instantly triggers multiple devices. They're ideal for anyone who wants to automate their home step by step.
Sensors
Sensors are the eyes and ears of your smart home. They measure movement, temperature, humidity, light or the opening of doors and windows, and control other devices based on that. This way the lighting switches on automatically when there's movement, or you get a notification the moment something unwanted happens.
Video doorbell
With smart video doorbells you see and speak to visitors directly from your phone, wherever you are. Thanks to HD video, two-way communication and a notification on your device, you always stay in control of your front door. It's one of the most appreciated additions for a safe feeling in and around your home.
Curtain opener
With smart curtain openers your curtains open and close automatically at a set time or with one tap in the app. Let them open in the morning with the early light and close in the evening for your privacy, entirely without having to get up. They're easy to mount on your existing rails.
Smart locks
With smart door locks you open your front door with your phone, a code or a fingerprint, and share temporary access with family or visitors. You can see in the app when the door was opened and never have to search for your keys again. When choosing, pay attention to compatibility with your existing cylinder lock.
Trackers
With smart Trackers you keep an eye on your belongings and find your keys, bag or bike again in a flash through the app. You attach the small device to whatever you don't want to lose and see the last known location the moment it goes missing. A small tool with big convenience in everyday use.
Smart lamps
Smart lamps let you adjust color and brightness steplessly and link them to scenes for the right atmosphere at any time of day. You dim them with your voice, set them on a schedule or let them move along with your sensors. Thanks to the easy installation and the visible effect, they're the favorite starting choice for beginners.
Smart speakers
A smart speaker is the beating heart of your controls: you ask for music, set the timer and control all your smart devices with your voice. They work together with the major voice assistants and make controlling your home effortless. Place several for coverage throughout the whole house.
Smart glasses
Smart glasses bring technology into your daily life: you listen to audio, record or keep an eye on notifications without reaching for your phone. It's the smart addition for anyone who wants to stay connected at all times and keep their hands free. A versatile gadget that fits easily into your routine.
Hubs and gateways
A hub or gateway brings together devices from different brands and protocols in one interface. With support for Zigbee, Z-Wave and Wi-Fi, you let everything communicate reliably, even when you combine devices from multiple manufacturers. For a somewhat more extensive setup, this is the most flexible foundation.
Electronically controllable from anywhere in the house
The big advantage of a smart home is that you no longer have to walk to the device itself to operate it. From the couch, from your bed or even from work, you control the lighting, the heating and the security with your phone. If you're on the go, you can check in a few taps whether the door is locked and whether anyone has been at your door.
Besides control through the app, you can steer many devices just as easily with your voice, so you don't even have to reach for your phone. Set up a few scenes and schedules, and your home even responds automatically at the right time of day. And if you're away from home for a while, you keep an eye on everything remotely through notifications, so you can leave with peace of mind. You set up remote control and automation exactly the way you want, so your home responds to you instead of the other way around. That remote control not only makes your daily life more comfortable, but also safer and more economical.
Effective solutions that complement each other
The real power of a smart home lies in devices that work together rather than functioning separately. A motion sensor turns on the lighting, a smart doorbell starts your camera and a scene switches everything off at once in the evening. To fine-tune those solutions smoothly, you ideally connect them within a single ecosystem, so they effortlessly reinforce each other. When your devices work through the same protocols, such as Zigbee, Z-Wave or Wi-Fi, they respond to each other faster and more reliably.
Support for the Matter protocol also ensures that devices from different brands continue to work together flawlessly in the future. Hubs and gateways play a central role in this, because they bring brands and protocols together and keep your entire system stable. This way you build, step by step, a home in which every device is a logical link in the whole.
What to keep in mind when creating a smart home
Building a smart home is fun, but a well-thought-out start prevents disappointments and duplicate purchases. So keep the following points in mind before you begin.
- Compatibility: check whether a device works with your phone and with the ecosystem you use, such as Mi Home, Google Home, Alexa or Apple HomeKit.
- Ecosystem choice: start with one ecosystem and one category, so you avoid buying devices that don't talk to each other.
- Connection protocol: check whether the device works via Wi-Fi, Zigbee or Z-Wave and whether it supports the Matter protocol for a future-proof setup.
- Installation: consider whether you want fixed mounting or prefer installation-free devices, which is especially convenient for a rental home.
- Security and privacy: pay attention to a secure connection and to how your data is processed, especially with cameras and locks.
- Expandability: choose devices that let you easily expand later, so your system grows along with your needs.
If you follow these points, you'll build a smart home that runs smoothly, expands easily and gives you years of enjoyment. If you're in doubt about a choice, our specialists are happy to think along with you.
Buying smart home products at TechPunt
At TechPunt you'll find a carefully curated range of smart devices with which you set up your home exactly as you envision it. You benefit from the lowest price guarantee, expert advice and fast delivery from our own warehouse in Barneveld, so no dropshipping and no surprises afterwards.
If you order on a working day before 8:00 PM, your order arrives the next day, in the Netherlands and Belgium. Start your smart home today and browse our complete selection, or contact us if you'd like advice on the best combination for your situation.
FAQ about smart homes
What Is a Smart Home System?
What Is a Smart Home System?
A smart home system is a collection of smart devices that are connected to each other and to your phone within a single ecosystem. You control them through an app or with your voice and let them respond automatically to time, motion or temperature. This way, lighting, heating, security and sound work together seamlessly.
What can you do with a smart home?
What can you do with a smart home?
With a smart home, you automate daily tasks, save energy, and stay in control of your home's security. You control devices remotely, set up scenes, and get notifications on your phone. That means more comfort, lower costs, and peace of mind.
What Does a Smart Home System Cost?
What Does a Smart Home System Cost?
The cost depends on how many devices you want and which ecosystem you choose. You can start affordably with a smart lamp or a smart plug and then expand at your own pace. Thanks to our lowest price guarantee, you always pay the sharpest price at TechPunt.
How do I set up a smart home?
How do I set up a smart home?
You start by choosing one ecosystem and connecting your first device through the accompanying app, often in just a few minutes. After that, you add new devices and automations step by step. For a larger setup, you use a hub that brings everything together and keeps it stable.
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