Contents
- Editor’s Choice
- Top 7 smart home systems in 2022 according to KP
- How does a “smart home”
- Popular questions and answers
Electronic home management systems have firmly entered our lives. They make life easier for their owners: they help to program the necessary functions in advance or remotely control them. With the help of “smart home” systems, you can control street and indoor lighting: it will turn on and off according to a planned schedule or in case of insufficient lighting. You can also control water supply, room temperature, control household appliances and much more.
In addition, such systems make it possible to make an apartment or house safe: to warn of an illegal intrusion by an alarm, turning on the light and siren, as well as a message on the owner’s smartphone. You can also protect yourself from risks during vacations or business trips: special sensors report flooding, gas leaks, smoke and other dangerous situations. Also, in most cases, video surveillance and connection to the private security console are provided.
Which of the smart home systems offered by manufacturers can be considered the best on the market in 2022? By what parameters should you choose it and what to look for?
Editor’s Choice
PS-Link Security PS-1203
This kit includes three Wi-Fi devices: a motion sensor, a door/window sensor and a smart siren. The PS-Link Okhrana-1203 system will automatically notify the owner of the house about the incident – a push message will be sent to his smartphone. The triggering frequency can be set to 2 or 4 minutes.
Activation occurs when the door is opened or when moving. The alarm can turn on the lights or start the siren.
The sensors included in the system can be used as “independent” devices or in combination with other “smart home” devices.
This model is available in several configurations, which differ in the number of sensors and additional functions. So, the PS-1201 package has two sensors, and the system application saves the entire history of events. The PS-1204 also comes with a smart camera that provides video surveillance via a smartphone app. In addition, it is able to distinguish moving objects in the complete absence of lighting at a distance of up to 8 meters and record sound through the built-in microphone. This modification can also be supplemented with a smart siren (it must be purchased separately) – then the owner of the house will be able to control the temperature and humidity levels in the room.
Features
| Ecosystem | Tuya Smart |
| Equipment | motion sensor, opening sensor, siren |
| Quantity included | 3 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Communication Protocol | Wi-Fi |
Advantages and disadvantages
Top 7 smart home systems in 2022 according to KP
1. AJAX StarterKit black
The complex consists of a central hub (the “brain” of the system) and two sensors: movement and door opening. This is enough to control the room. To activate the work of AJAX, it is enough to turn on the device in the network and connect it to the Internet.
The device works through an application – it is installed on any system, be it Android or iOS, after installing which the owner will be able to receive notifications on his smartphone when sensors are triggered, in the form of a push message.
The sensors included in the kit are highly sensitive – the operation will occur literally from the first step of a person in the room. Camera viewing angle – up to 135°.
Features
| Ecosystem | Ajax |
| Equipment | gateway, MotionProtect motion sensor, DoorProtect opening sensor, SpaceControl control panel, mounting accessories, instructions |
| Quantity included | 4 piece. |
| Device connection type | wired, wireless |
| Communication Protocol | GSM, Ethernet |
| Alarm central | Hub |
Advantages and disadvantages
2. Rubetek “Video control and security”
This kit is a full-fledged security complex that allows owners to monitor their home and property. A powerful camera with a wide viewing angle (355°) and a motion sensor will help them in this, which, in the Security mode, will turn on a loud siren and send an SMS or push notification to the owner about the incident.
Additional bonuses: the presence of a water consumption control sensor – in the event of a water leak, the owner of the house will immediately receive a message and be able to fix the problem in time.
This complex has a distinctive feature – up to 7 smartphones can be connected to it simultaneously, that is, in case of force majeure, the probability of a quick response will be greater.
Features
| Ecosystem | Rubetek |
| Equipment | RS-3210 opening sensor, RS-3220 water leakage sensor, RV-3404 PTZ Wi-Fi camera, instruction |
| Quantity included | 3 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Communication Protocol | Wi-Fi |
Advantages and disadvantages
3. Ring Alarm Home Security System 4K11D9-0EU0
The system will protect the house from extraneous intrusions and emergencies. The system uses motion and opening sensors. This kit is convenient in that it can be moved from apartment to apartment – most security systems do not have such an opportunity.
The Alarm system gives audible warnings when triggered. In addition, the owner will receive a push notification on their smartphone.
This kit is perfectly combined with other smart home devices, due to which its functionality can be expanded. For example, you can add a sensor that will monitor the level of gas or fire, which can warn of a fire or gas leak in time.
Features
| Ecosystem | Amazon Alexa |
| Equipment | base station, keypad, smart opening sensor, smart motion sensor and range extender |
| Quantity included | 5 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Communication Protocol | Z-Wave |
Advantages and disadvantages
4. Rubetek “Access Control”
This complex will protect the life and property of owners of private houses, apartments, commercial premises. The device includes motion and opening sensors.
In order for Rubetek to work, you need to install and configure the control center – this is the “brain” of the system. It is he who will control the sensors. Information about the operation of any of them is sent to the owner’s smartphone in the form of SMS or push notifications.
How the motion sensor works: it “reads” the thermal radiation of a person and sends a notification to the owner on a smartphone that there is an outsider in his apartment. It can also automatically turn on the light when a person appears.
The intrusion sensor is triggered by the opening of a window or door – any penetration into the house will not go unnoticed.
Features
| Ecosystem | Rubetek |
| Equipment | motion sensor RS-3203, opening sensor RS-3210, Wi-Fi socket RE-3301 |
| Quantity included | 3 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Communication Protocol | Wi-Fi |
Advantages and disadvantages
5. Xiaomi Smart Home Security Kit
The multifunctional Smart Home Gateway complex, with which you can not only control the safety of your home, but also receive many additional bonuses, for example, wake up to your favorite tune.
The device includes two window / door sensors: the system will send a message to the owner of the house if the doors and windows are open in his absence. At the same time, an alarm will be triggered.
In addition to the motion sensor, the kit also includes a motion sensor, after which the camera will automatically record. But in order to use this feature, you need an IP camera.
Additional bonuses that the kit has: a smart socket that allows you to control the consumption of electricity, and a wireless switch.
Features
| Ecosystem | Xiaomi Mi Home |
| Equipment | gateway, motion sensor, opening sensor, wireless button, socket |
| Quantity included | 5 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Communication Protocol | ZigBee |
Advantages and disadvantages
6. Philips Hue Starter Kit
This complex is convenient in that it is easily combined with a large number of smart home platforms, for example, with a system from Yandex or Apple. That is, you can manage it not only through the “native” Philips Hue application, but also with the help of the familiar Alice or Siri.
In addition, these applications have add-ons that significantly expand their functionality. For example, you can create the illusion of a thunderstorm or space flight at home.
This system knows how to create the right lighting for any situation: subdued romantic light for a romantic date, bright for painstaking work or fading before bedtime.
Features
| Блок управления | Hue Bridge |
| Equipment | gateway, bulb, control panel, power adapter |
| Quantity included | 4 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Network cable | Ethernet |
| Smart LED lamps | 3 piece. |
Advantages and disadvantages
7. Xiaomi Aqara Smart Bedroom Set
This kit will help you turn your apartment or house into a smartphone-controlled space quickly and easily. The smart home center (Hub M1S) is its “brain”, which unites all other devices that are part of the complex. The Hub also helps to integrate Aqara components into the network and manage them using voice assistants (Siri, Alice).
The kit includes “standard” motion and opening sensors, as well as additional ones. The first is a leakage sensor, which reacts to the ingress of water. True, the liquid must directly touch the contacts of the device. The second is a temperature and humidity control sensor – it can turn on air conditioners or humidifiers if necessary.
Features
| Ecosystem | Xiaomi Mi Home, Aqara Home |
| Equipment | socket for air conditioner Aqara Smart Socket Zig-Bee, built-in socket Aqara Smart socket, volume sensor, movement Aqara Human Body Sensor, temperature, humidity and pressure sensor Aqara Temperature And Humidity Sensor, two-button switch duplicating 2 pcs, single-button switch duplicating 1 pc |
| Quantity included | 7 piece. |
| Device connection type | wireless |
| Communication Protocol | Wi-Fi, ZigBee |
Advantages and disadvantages
How does a “smart home”
The system set consists of a control unit (gateway, hub), to which all the necessary sensors are connected. Usually there are 2-5 sensors in the kit, united by one functionality. For example, if the system provides security, it will be a video surveillance camera, window and door opening sensors, and a motion sensor.
Systems responsible for power supply are usually equipped with motion sensors, light sensors, smart sockets and switches, as well as a power consumption controller.
Systems can be wireless or networked. Mains operation is more reliable, but only if the electricity supply is uninterrupted. Wireless do not depend on the outlet, but you need to monitor the battery charge.
Control is possible using a remote control, a button and a smartphone, or in several ways at the same time. Smartphone control is more convenient, as it is always at hand, unlike a button that can be lost. Management applications are updated frequently, which makes the system more perfect. In addition, control from a smartphone is the only way when the owner is away from home.
There is no system that would combine all or even most of the sensors with different functionality. However, most control units allow the connection of additional sensors. Sometimes even other manufacturers. If in the future you plan to improve the installed system, it is better to immediately pay attention to this point.
How to choose a smart home system»
For help in choosing a smart home system, Healthy Food Near Me turned to experts – Technical Director of FRISQUET, a leading French manufacturer of heating equipment, Roman Gladkikh и Deputy General Director for Marketing of the Gorbushkin Dvor hypermall Venera Khamidulina.
Popular questions and answers
The second function of a smart home is energy efficiency. All these systems are aimed at saving resources, minimizing the carbon footprint. a smart home spends less electricity (or even produces it itself with the help of solar panels), less gas for heating (up to 30%) or is completely heated by heat pumps according to the CO2-zero concept.
According to Venera Khamidulina, smart home systems in 2022 have a huge variety of functions. There are many kits on the market to control such a system. Basically, users are looking for sets with basic functionality – property protection, electrical appliance control, temperature and protection against unforeseen emergencies associated with fire or leakage. Of course, if you wish, you can install additional functions in your system. These include control of audio systems, home theater and territory service systems.
Venera Hamidulin notes that mid-priced kits usually come with motion, temperature, window and door opening sensors, smoke or gas leak sensors. In order for the above sensors to work and make sense, it is necessary to have the appropriate equipment working with them – the so-called hubs. These are controllers that receive signals from sensors and ensure the operation of devices in the “smart home” system. They usually come with a basic set of sensors. Filler devices – smart sockets, light bulbs, electric gates and even kettles work in one system thanks to hubs.
Venera Hamidulin also believes that you can buy a kit that is suitable for self-installation, so as not to spend additional money on installing equipment and sensors. In her opinion, ready-made smart home systems provide for simple do-it-yourself installation without a lengthy setup process. Of course, professionals can choose the most suitable places to install certain types of sensors. However, if we are talking about installing a simple system without a huge number of complex functions, it is quite possible to cope with such a task on our own.
According to Venera Khamidulina, usually one application for a smartphone or computer is responsible for the entire system. In it, you can configure how various sensors and devices should work. It is necessary to prescribe scenarios in which the “smart home” will act in a certain way. For example, at the entrance to the house, the sensors will receive a signal that you need to turn on the light, kettle and air conditioner. You can customize as many of these scenarios as you need.
Venera Hamidulin also believes that control from a smartphone is much more convenient than using a computer or a special panel. Using a smartphone, you can control the system from absolutely anywhere and connect to video cameras, if any. Also, as a rule, in such applications there is a function of communication with the service provider, which is extremely important in case of unforeseen situations.