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Amazon Echo vs Echo Plus: What Should You Buy?
By Mike Prospero Published
Both the Amazon Echo and Echo Plus are powerful Alexa smart speakers, but they each have different capabilities. Here's how they compare.

Echo Dot 2 vs. Echo Dot 3: Which Should You Buy?
By Monica Chin Published
Does the new Echo Dot hold up to its predecessor? Here's how they compare.

LG Instaview vs. Samsung Family Hub Refrigerator
By Mike Prospero Published
Which smart refrigerator is best?

Google Home Hub vs Echo Show: What Should You Buy?
By Monica Chin Published
The Google Home Hub and Echo Show are both formidable smart displays, but they are very different in terms of price, size and features.

Echo Dot vs. Google Home Mini: Why Amazon Wins
By Monica Chin Published
The Echo Dot and Google Home Mini are both formidable smart speakers under $50, but Amazon’s comes out on top.

I Tried 2 Smart Air Conditioners, and the Cheaper Option Is Better
By Mike Prospero Published
Whether you want to make your old air conditioner smart or you're ready to invest in a new unit, here's how to keep cool with little fuss.

Nest 3 vs. Ecobee4: Which Smart Thermostat Wins?
By Monica Chin Published
Two devices dominate the smart thermostat market. But the Ecobee is the better buy.

Google Home Max vs. Sonos One: Why Sonos Wins
By Mike Prospero Published
We compare the Home Max and Sonos based on design, audio quality, their virtual assistants and more.
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