Gear that keeps a rental running smoothly
Independent buying guides for smart locks, sensors and gadgets, written for hosts and small-apartment owners.
- Best smart locks for rental apartments: how to choose
- Keyless entry for hosts: lockbox or smart lock?
- Noise monitors for short-term rentals: what they can and can’t do
- Smart thermostats for vacation rentals: what to look for
- Indoor cameras and guest privacy: a host’s guide
- Video doorbells for rental properties: setup and rules
- Smart plugs that cut power costs in empty apartments
- Water leak sensors: cheap insurance for landlords
- Smoke and CO detectors that connect to your phone
- Best portable chargers for travelers
- Smart bulbs for small apartments: what’s worth buying
- Wi-Fi mesh for apartments with thick walls
- Robot vacuums for pet owners in small homes
- Air purifiers for rentals: sizing without guesswork
- Smart speakers: which one fits a rental welcome pack
- Luggage trackers: are they worth it?
- Portable projectors for small living rooms
- Best travel routers for remote work
- Dehumidifiers for damp apartments
- Welcome-pack gadgets guests actually use