# These 7 nifty gadgets are the perfect way to get started with smart home — and they all cost under $50 / £50

> Getting started with smart home can feel intimidating, not least because it feels like there's sure to be a hefty cost involved. It doesn't have to be that way, though.

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/7-cheap-smart-home-devices-our-editors-use-and-love-handy-gadgets-to-upgrade-your-home-for-under-usd50-gbp50?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a4bd1f5254f0da55deb5840)
- **Published:** 2026-07-06
- **Category:** Smart Home
- **Tags:** #google
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