Welcome To Nest Alpha

Don't pay an electrician $1,000 to hardwire your kitchen lights! We compared the Philips Hue Lightstrip and Govee RGBIC to find the ultimate plug-and-play smart under-cabinet lighting for your home.

Want your home to look like a luxury resort? It's time to upgrade to smart outdoor lighting. Discover the key differences between Ring and Philips Hue pathway lights to boost your curb appeal.

Spilled coffee on the couch? Pet accidents on the rug? Stop scrubbing by hand. We put the viral Bissell Little Green Machine and the Hoover CleanSlate head-to-head to find the ultimate portable spot cleaner.

Ready to upgrade your bathroom? Say goodbye to freezing cold tap water and toilet paper. We put the luxury Toto Washlet C5 and the Bio Bidet BB-2000 head-to-head to find the ultimate smart bidet seat for your home.

Stop water damage before it costs you thousands. We put the DIY Flume 2 and the automatic-shutoff Moen Flo head-to-head to find the ultimate smart water monitor for your home. See which one wins.

Stop paying Ring for your own video clips! Discover the best video doorbells without subscriptions for 2026. From Eufy's dual-camera package protector to Reolink's 24/7 recording, see which local-storage doorbell will secure your front porch with absolutely zero hidden monthly costs.

Want Amazon to deliver packages safely inside your garage? We tested the Chamberlain myQ Secure View vs. Genie StealthDrive to find the quietest, smartest garage door opener for 2026.

Hate the giant black square in your living room? We compared the Samsung Frame TV (LS03D) against the newest alternatives from Hisense and Amazon to find the best TV that actually looks like a real piece of art.

Fumbling for keys is outdated. But which smart lock should you trust with your home security? We compare the August Wi-Fi (Retrofit) against the Schlage Encode (Keypad) to see which offers the best balance of security, convenience, and battery life for new homeowners.

Is the mop dead? We compare the Bissell CrossWave vs. Tineco Floor ONE S5 to see which wet/dry vacuum actually cleans better. Discover which machine handles pet hair best and why the Dreametech H12's self-drying dock is a game changer for odors.

You can't scrub the air, but you can clean it. If you are dealing with musty smells or seasonal allergies, you need a defense system. We review the 5 best air purifiers for mold and dust, comparing True HEPA technology from Levoit, Coway, and Blueair.

Stop spreading raw chicken germs. We tested the best touchless kitchen faucets for 2026—including the Moen Arbor (Wave) vs. Delta Essa (Touch2O)—to see which smart faucet belongs in your kitchen.

Automate your garden without digging. We tested the best smart hose timers for 2026—including the Orbit B-hyve vs. Rachio Smart Hose Timer—to see which one has the best range and battery life.

Stop ordering delivery. We tested the best outdoor pizza ovens for 2026—including the Ooni Koda 16 vs. Solo Stove Pi Prime—to see which gas-powered oven cooks the perfect 60-second slice.

Stop scrubbing your driveway. We compared the Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric vs. Simpson PowerShot Gas Pressure Washer to see which one cleans concrete best without stripping paint.

Most solar lights die after one season. We tested the best solar pathway lights for 2026—including Beau Jardin and Ring—to see which ones stay bright all night.

Stop scrubbing crumbs out of the "abyss" between your stove and counter. We tested the best stove gap covers for 2026—Silicone vs. Stainless Steel—to see which ones handle heat and stay in place.

Stop burying wires. We tested the best wire-free robot mowers for 2026—including the Mammotion Luba 3 vs. Segway Navimow—to see which GPS and Vision models handle hills, edges, and pet waste without getting stuck.

Is Roomba still the king? We compared the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra vs. Roomba Combo j9+ to see which robot actually handles pet hair, mud, and obstacles without getting stuck.

Stop scrubbing your shower by hand. We tested the top drill brush kits for 2026—including Holikme and Drillbrush—to see which bristles clean grout, tile, and tubs the fastest without scratching.