Home automation is no longer a luxury in 2025. With remote work, rising energy costs, and increasing security needs, smart gadgets are helping Indian apartment owners live more comfortably and efficiently.

1. Smart Plugs (?700–?1,500)

Function: Convert any ordinary appliance into a smart device.

Use Cases:

• Turn ON/OFF your geyser or mixie from your phone.

• Schedule charging your phone or laptop.

• Monitor power usage of your fridge or washing machine.

Top Brands:
Wipro, TP-Link, Helea, Zebronics

Voice Compatibility: Alexa, Google Assistant

2. Smart Lights & Smart Tubes (?1,000–?3,000 per unit)

Function: Control brightness, color, and on/off with your phone or voice.

Use Cases:

• Change mood lighting for movies or guests.

• Set up timers to simulate occupancy.

• Save electricity by turning off remotely.

Top Brands:
Philips Hue, Syska, Wipro, Crompton

Bonus: Some lights support IFTTT automation, like turning on lights when you enter home.

3. Smart Door Locks (?7,000–?20,000+)

Function: Keyless entry using PIN, fingerprint, RFID, or smartphone.

Use Cases:

• Grant temporary access to maid or guests.

• No more lost keys.

• Lock/unlock from anywhere.

Top Brands:
Godrej Advantis, Qubo, Yale, LAVNA

Important: Choose models with manual override and battery backup.

4. Smart Video Doorbell / Camera (?3,500–?10,000)

Function: Lets you see and speak to visitors, and monitor your door in real-time.

Use Cases:

• Identify couriers or unknown visitors.

• Monitor elderly parents or kids remotely.

• Get alerts for motion/suspicious activity.

Top Brands:
Qubo (by Hero), Ring, Realme, MI, CP Plus Cloud Cam

Must-Have: 2-way audio + night vision + cloud recording option.

5. Smart Fans / Smart AC Controllers (?2,000–?5,000)

Function: Control AC or fan via app or voice, even if it's not a smart model.

Use Cases:

• Cool the room before you reach home.

• Set up auto-off timers.

• Track power usage.

Smart AC Controller Brands:
Sensibo, Atomberg IR, Ambi Climate

Smart Fan Brands:
Atomberg Renesa+, Crompton Energion

6. Voice Assistants (?2,500–?7,000)

Function: Acts as a hub to control all devices via voice.

Popular Devices:

• Amazon Echo Dot / Echo Show (Alexa)

• Google Nest Mini / Nest Hub

Use Cases:

• “Alexa, turn off bedroom light.”

• “Ok Google, lock the main door.”

• Control music, lights, AC, reminders, news, etc.

7. Smart Geyser / Geyser Controller (?6,000–?12,000)

Function: Remotely turn on/off your geyser and schedule usage.

Use Cases:

• Heat water before waking up.

• Reduce power bills.

• Child lock & dry-heating protection.

Smart Brands: Racold Wi-Fi Geyser, AO Smith Smart+, Crompton Amica with Wi-Fi

8. Motion Sensors & Automation Switches (?1,000–?2,500)

Function: Auto turn ON/OFF lights based on presence.

Use Cases:

• Useful in bathrooms, balconies, corridors.

• Saves electricity.

• No need to touch switches with wet hands.

Top Picks: Havells, Goldmedal, Philips PIR Sensor

9. Smart Curtains & Blinds (?6,000–?25,000)

Function: Open/close curtains automatically.

Use Cases:

• Wake up with sunlight using scheduled opening.

• Close curtains when AC is turned on.

• Voice or remote controlled.

Top Brands: HomeMate, SwitchBot, Somfy

10. Smart Home Hub (Optional for advanced users)

Function: Central control system for all gadgets.

Why it’s Useful:

• Create automation routines like:

  • “If I leave home, turn off all lights and fans.”

  • “At 7 PM, turn on lights + play devotional music.”

Top Systems: Home Assistant, Samsung SmartThings, Apple HomeKit

Things to Keep in Mind for Indian Homes

• Strong Wi-Fi is essential for smooth operation.

•  Always check for power backup options for locks/cams.

•  Use a central app (Alexa, Google Home) for control.

•  Choose low-maintenance and modular devices (great for tenants).

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