A collection of articles to learn about how to run and automate your short term rental.
Device Reviews
Expert Reviews of Smart Devices for Vacation Rentals
Not all smart devices are created equal. This collection features honest, host-focused reviews of the best thermostats, locks, sensors, and switches for short-term rentals. Learn which models integrate smoothly with automation platforms and perform reliably over time.
descriptionThe ecobee3 Lite Smart Thermostat was replaced by the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential in 2025. Read the article –> In…
Read MoreWhy Choose the Aeotec Smart Home Hub for Your Airbnb in 2025
We recommend using a smart home hub for any short-term rental or Airbnb, and the best hub available in 2025 is the Aeotec Smart Home Hub Gen 3
The Best Smart Thermostat for Your Airbnb in 2026: Why We Recommend the ecobee Essential
Choosing the best smart thermostat for Airbnb is one of the most impactful hardware decisions a short-term rental host can…
Read MoreAirbnb Smart Lock Review: Why the Yale Assure Lock 2 Is Our Top Pick for STRs
If you’ve landed on this page, you’re probably already past the “do I need an Airbnb smart lock or short-term…
Read MoreAqara Smart Home Review for Short-Term Rentals: Why We Don’t Recommend It (2026)
TL;DR: Aqara makes some of the best-looking and most affordable smart-home devices on the market. But for serious automation —…
Read MoreEve Systems Smart Home Review: The Right Choice for Short-Term Rental Hosts (2026)
TL;DR: Eve Systems, a German smart-home manufacturer, has quietly built one of the most forward-thinking ecosystems in the industry. Every…
Read MoreIKEA Matter-Over-Thread Smart Sensors: The Best Budget Sensor Option for Short-Term Rentals
Most budget smart home sensors follow a predictable pattern: cheap plastics, proprietary apps, limited compatibility, and a hub requirement that…
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