10 Best Smart Home Devices in Singapore | Best of Home 2023

Our busy schedule has forced us to make efficient use of our time and energy. One of the ways we’ve discovered to make that possible is to set as many daily activities as possible on autopilot. Thus, many homeowners are enjoying the utmost convenience of turning their homes into smart homes by installing and utilising some handy smart devices. With a simple voice command, these devices can play the music that you want, find recipe options for your dinner, adjust your thermostat settings, clean the floors and more. In this article, we’re giving the spotlight to some of the amazing devices that can do just that! From high-definition home security monitors to digital rice cookers and robot vacuum cleaners, we’re excited to show you how you can transform your home into a smart home.

This article was last updated on 5 January 2023.

Best Smart Home Devices in Singapore

1. Samsung Digital Door Lock

For keeping your home safe and secure

Are you looking to keep both your family and home secure? Then you should definitely consider getting the Samsung Digital Door Lock. This premium digital door lock comes with fingerprint recognition in addition to smartphone access. With this smart device, you can set a single master PIN and up to 100 user PIN codes. Additionally, it can register up to 100 fingerprints which is great for large households or apartments. Aside from PIN codes and fingerprints, you can also unlock this smart device using an RFID card, and a mechanical key. You also have an option of installing a mobile app for hands-free access whenever you need it. This way, you can easily unlock your door even when carrying your child or groceries!

This digital door lock also comes with a free installation service as well as a 2-year local warranty.

Why buy this:

• A premium-quality door lock
• Unlockable through PIN codes, an RFID card, fingerprints, and a mechanical key
• Able to store up to 100 user PIN codes and 100 fingerprints
• Can be accessed through a mobile app

2. Xiaomi Mijia Security Monitor

For home security

Featuring a baby crying detection function, installing this Xiaomi Mijia Security Monitor in your nursery room will allow you to keep an eye on your sleeping baby even when you’re in another part of your home working on chores. And even when you’re on vacation or at work, this security monitor will allow you to know what’s going on at home, giving you peace of mind. While for the most part, this works like typical surveillance cameras, you can consider it as an upgraded version with more features. For example, it has night vision which comes in handy for detecting suspicious motions in the dark and providing better image definition.

3. Google Home Hub

For a centralised interface

Powered by Google Assistant, this seven-inch touchscreen device provides a centralised interface for your smart home devices. It has built-in speakers and microphones that are capable of far-field voice recognition function providing convenient, hands-free control for a range of commands. Through your Google Home Hub, you can control the settings in your smart home including your lights, thermostats, and more. You can also stream music and films from YouTube, Spotify and Google Play Music. The device is also capable of setting alarms, adding items to your shopping carts, and displaying your smart security camera’s footage. The cool part? You can use it as a digital photo frame for showcasing a slideshow of your photos. Awesome for when you wish to give your guests a trip down memory lane when hosting gatherings at home!

4. PRISM+ Zero Smart Air-Conditioner

For a cool and comfy home

If you need an air conditioner that effectively keeps your home cool during hot and humid days, then the PRISM+ Zero Smart Air-Conditioner should be on your list. Outfitted with the latest cooling technology, you can control this smart home device using your smartphone. Through your phone, you can also receive usage data for setting routines as well as alerts for maintenance and repairs. The PRISM+ Zero also uses eco-friendly R32 refrigerant that has low toxicity and is great if you are planning for a green home. Moreover, it has five ticks of energy deficiency or 30% to 50% less energy usage which helps you save on monthly energy bills.

In addition to being an efficient machine, this smart home device is built to last and is low maintenance. It has a built-in and durable air ionizer that efficiently filters bacteria, mould, and other harmful contaminants. Furthermore, the PRISM+ Zero saves you the hassle of cleaning with its revolutionary self-cleaning evaporator. This system automatically cleans and dries the interior between every use to ensure that the machine delivers fresh and clean air.

Why buy this:

• Controllable through your smartphone
• Designed with environmentally-friendly features
• Effectively filters harmful contaminant
• Made with an innovative self-cleaning feature 

5. Midea Digital Rice Cooker

For evenly cooked rice

It’s a no-brainer, rice is Asians’ ultimate staple food. We eat it with almost everything. So, we’re a bit meticulous about perfecting the cook on our rice. Making Midea Digital Rice Cooker one of the smart home devices that your home needs. Featuring a concave heating element, this high-tech rice cooker will give you evenly cooked rice every time. It has also a smart temperature control feature that helps to cook the rice all the way through without leaving rice residue stuck on all sides. Gone are the days when you used to have a hard time scraping off those residues!

What’s great about the Midea Digital Rice Cooker is that it allows you to set cooking times. You can simply load it with ingredients before heading to work, set the time when you want your food to be ready, and enjoy your warm, perfectly cooked rice when you arrive home. Besides plain rice or porridge, you can also use this digital rice cooker to cook a range of other tasty dishes.

6. Jura E8

For your daily cup of joe

Cappuccino? Espresso? Latte? With a touch of a button, you can look forward to waking up to great-tasting morning coffee with the Jura E8. Yup, you don’t have to bother waiting in line at coffee shops for a hefty-priced cup of joe anymore! Jura E8’s cool features include automatic milk frothing, a pulse extraction process, an intelligent water system, and easy maintenance. You can also download and install the JURA Operating Experience (JOE) app on your smartphone to control your automatic coffee machine right on your mobile device.

7. IRobot Roomba i7

For spick-and-span floors

For the neat freak who just can’t get enough of immaculate floors, IRobot Roomba 980 is probably the most favourite smart home device. Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, you can control this robot vacuum cleaner right on your smartphone by installing the iRobot Home app. Using the app, you can schedule cleaning times, set cleaning preferences and track the robot’s overall cleaning performance. Works seamlessly for up to 120 minutes for one charge, IRobot Roomba 980 is ideal for daily use. It utilises the AeroForce cleaning system with carpet boost technology that effectively loosens, lifts and sucks the dirt with up to 10 times more power and efficiency than traditional vacuum cleaners. Even the laziest folks will forget what a dirty floor looks like! Also, this is your perfect cleaning buddy for those quick tidying moments for unexpected guests arriving at short notice.

8. Philips Hue Light Bulbs and Philips Hue Bridge

For beautiful lighting

Instead of buying multiple bulbs and string lights of various colours and shades to match your mood and activity, why not get yourself a couple of Philips Hue Light Bulbs instead along with the Philips Hue Bridge? Using these smart lighting devices, you’ll experience high-quality white and coloured lights with 16 million colours to choose from! From purple-coloured lighting to match your gaming session to a warm yellow glow for romantic date nights, you can set your desired lighting using iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.

9. Premium Smart Pet Feeder

For automatic feedings

Suitable for both small and big dogs, cats and rabbits, the SMARTPAWBurpur Premium Smart Pet Feeder is your ultimate companion for taking care of your pets even when you’re at work or somewhere else where you can’t bring your pet with you. This smart pet feeder allows you to customise your pet feeding schedule right on your phone whenever, wherever, and automatically dispenses the food as set on the feeding schedule. You can set up to four meals per day and up to 10 portions per meal. You can load the feeder with up to 3.3 litres of food.

In addition to its main function, it’s also equipped with a 720p HD cam and a two-way audio system, allowing you to monitor your fur babies and communicate with them while you’re away. Thanks to its secondary power backup, it works even during power cuts.

10. Xiaomi Mijia Smart Toothbrush

For dazzling smiles

You might think that a smart toothbrush is only for the most hygienic of those hygienic folks. But tell you what, many of us are overlooking one of the most important aspects of our oral hygiene—that is, brushing our teeth the right way. The Xiaomi Mijia Smart Toothbrush can help the whole family achieve those perfect toothpaste-ad-worthy smiles with its customisable brush modes to match your needs. It comes with a handy app you can install on your smartphone to keep track of your brushing routine. The data showcased on the app can help you correct some wrong habits such as when you tend to brush too quickly, too gently or too hard. Thus, you’ll be able to brush your teeth the right way every time.

Which among these smart home devices are you excited to get for 2023? I hope our article has helped you come up with a list of useful stuff you can buy for your smart home. Please share this with your family and friends!