GoKawiilGet mom something truly unique for Mother's Day with these effective smart home and security devices. From saving money to protecting packages against porch pirates, this technology is useful, practical and often time-saving. Mom will appreciate the long-lasting value of these products -- and how they make life easier.
Check below to see some of my favorite picks, why mom would like them and where you can buy them now. I've included a little of everything with devices for young mothers, pet parents, moms living alone and plenty more.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Ecobee's smart thermostat can save a home (and mom) time and energy. Ecobee/CNET
A smart thermostat takes the time and annoyance away from adjusting a thermostat manually, letting it learn your household activity levels and helping you save money automatically. I picked this Ecobee Premium model ($244) for its included satellite sensor, which means mom can put it in a chilly room where she's spending some time, and the thermostat will heat the home with that room in mind.
I asked Natalie Bracamontez, VP of marketing and customer engagement at home security company Brinks Home, about giving a smart thermostat as a potential gift. "I have two young boys, and one of them sleeps in a room above the garage, which tends to run warmer," she said. "I use a temperature sensor in his room to make sure he stays comfortable-without freezing his brother down the hall. The sensor helps me adjust the thermostat based on their actual needs, and with set schedules and automation."
Ring Stick Up Cam (battery)
Ring's battery cam is on the higher-end but offers a versatile, weather resistance option to watch kids wherever they are. Tyler Lacoma/CNET
An indoor camera is a great way to watch over kids, nannies and everything else. I like this Ring model ($90), not just because of its smart objection detection and two-way audio, but because it's a battery model that mom can move around to whatever room she wants -- or even take it outdoors for an afternoon of play. The app provides alerts, live views and motion zones for customization.
Schlage Encode Lever smart lock
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