Articles

A collection of articles to learn about how to do rental automation at your short term rental or Airbnb with smart home devices. Learn about the best smart home automation platforms, find out why certain smart devices are recommended, and how to get started.

Advice

Best Smart Lock Technology in 2025: Why Z-Wave Still Wins

November 13, 2025

The smart-lock world is in the middle of a shake-up. Manufacturers are rapidly releasing Matter-compatible locks while phasing out the…

Airbnb Automation: Pre‑Built Recipes (Calendar‑Based Setups)

Getting StartedGuides

Airbnb Automation Recipes (Pre‑Built): Calendar‑Based Setups You Can Turn On in Minutes

November 5, 2025

If you can paste a calendar URL and flip a few switches, you can automate your rental. This guide walks…

Miscellaneous

What is the Best Smart Home Automation Protocol in 2025?

October 16, 2025

When it comes to building a smart home, selecting the right automation protocol can greatly influence the security, performance, reliability,…

Reviews

Eve Systems Review (2025): The Gold Standard for Smart Home Devices

October 1, 2025

TL;DR: Eve Systems, a German smart-home manufacturer, has quietly built one of the most forward-thinking ecosystems in the industry. Every…

Getting Started

Best Smart Home Devices for Your Airbnb (2025 Guide)

September 15, 2025

Running a short‑term rental is easier when the tech just works. This guide covers the best smart home devices for…

Reviews

Aqara Smart Home Ecosystem Review (2025): Why We Don’t Recommend It

September 9, 2025

TL;DR: Aqara makes some of the best-looking and most affordable smart-home devices on the market. But for serious automation —…

Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Short-Term Rental Automation

August 14, 2025

Summary: Short-term rental automation blends operational tools—for cleaning, pricing, messaging, and maintenance—with smart-home systems—for locks, HVAC, lighting, water, and safety—synchronized…

Smart home automation for short-term rentals and Airbnb

Guides

RBoy Apps RLA Replacement: The Best Alternative for SmartThings & Short-Term Rentals

July 27, 2025

If you’re looking for a reliable replacement for RBoy Apps’ Rental Lock Automator (RLA), you’re not alone. Thousands of short-term…

Advice

Think Twice Before Using Smart Wi-Fi Devices in Your Airbnb

July 21, 2025

As smart home technology becomes more accessible, many vacation rental owners are turning to Wi-Fi-enabled smart devices for automation and…

Advice

How to Make Money with Short-Term Rentals in 2025

July 16, 2025

As the vacation rental landscape matures in 2025, many hosts are asking the big question: how do you actually make…

Smart Device Automation for Airbnb: The Smarter Way to Run Your Short-Term Rental

July 10, 2025

Managing a short-term rental can be time-consuming. From guest check-ins to heating and lighting adjustments, every manual task adds up.…

Miscellaneous

Why SmartThings Is the Best Smart Home Platform for Your Airbnb in 2025

July 6, 2025

If you’re managing a short-term rental and looking to automate your property, one of the biggest decisions you’ll make is…

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