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Tech that solves a real, specific annoyance at home, not novelty gadgets. A few are built with kids and family life in mind.

Sleep aid

A handheld relaxation device built as a low-effort wind-down step before bed.

Family pick

10,000mAh with a built-in cable, so there's nothing to forget in the glovebox. The kids'-tablet-dies-in-the-backseat fix.

Kid-friendly

A screen-free audio player kids control with physical cards. Stories and music, no tablet required.

Best value

Long-range leak sensors that catch a problem early, before it turns into an expensive one.

Best value

Color-changing smart bulbs with no hub needed, at a price that makes it easy to do the whole house.

Best air purifier

A true HEPA purifier sized for a bedroom or home office, quiet enough to run overnight without noticing it.

Best value

No-hub smart plugs that work with Alexa and Google Home, cheap enough to put on every lamp and appliance worth automating.