Smart home on a tight budget—is it doable?

jmaverick29 · 2025-06-05T15:06:27Z

Been thinking about turning my place into a smart home, but honestly, the prices on some of these gadgets are kinda ridiculous. I mean, I don't need my fridge to text me when I'm outta milk, you know? Just want some basic stuff like lights, thermostat, maybe security cameras without breaking the bank. Anyone managed to set up something decent without spending a fortune? Curious if it's worth the hassle or if I'm better off waiting till prices drop more.

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"Definitely doable on a budget—just don't rush it and fry anything (speaking from experience here...)"

Haha, been there myself... Curious though, has anyone compared the long-term reliability of DIY-flashed plugs versus off-the-shelf budget smart plugs? Wondering if the savings hold up over time.