You need these smart home devices if you’ve turned your home into an Airbnb

If you’ve made the decision to turn your home into an Airbnb, there are a number of things you need to do immediately to secure the home and access to it. First, based on how easily you can access your home, you’ll need to enable some kind of remote locking system.

You’ll also need a security system and security cameras, but placed in such a way that they’re protecting both your home and the privacy of the people renting it out. It’d also be great to have control over the power, Wi-Fi to prevent misuse, and more.

And so, we’ve put together this list of five smart home devices you

5 must-have smart home devices to buy if you’ve turned your home into an Airbnb

1. Yale YDME 50 NxT Digital Smart Lock

2. CP-Plus CP-L23 Smart Doorbell

3. Tata Power EZ Home Smart Switch

4. Netgear ORBI RBK762S Smart WiFi

5. iRobot Roomba s9 Plus Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

1. Yale YDME 50 NxT Digital Smart Lock

The most important device you need for your new Airbnb-ready home is a smart lock like this YDME 50 model from Yale. You need a way to secure house in such a way that people can come and go with minimal fuss, while still giving you access control once the duration of the stay has expired. 

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This lock lets you set a pin that you can share with guests, and as long as you have access to WiFi, you can change the pin remotely once they leave. There’s also support for fingerprint unlock, a mechanical key, RFID tags, and more.

2. CP-Plus CP-L23 Smart Doorbell

We’d strongly recommend pairing a smart doorbell with that smartlock. This CP-Plus smart doorbell is essentially an outward-facing webcam that lets you monitor the people entering and leaving your home. You can use it to talk to guests when they arrive for the first time, keep an eye on deliveries, etc. 

You can even use it as a security camera to monitor your property 24/7 if needed. Do note that you’ll need to be in compliance with local laws when setting up a security camera, and it would be best not to install a camera inside your home.

3. Tata Power EZ Home Smart Switch

Another great smart device to have in your arsenal is a smart switch. Replace all your electrical outlets with a Tata Power EZ Home smart switch for complete control over the electrical appliances and devices in your home. 

This is great for keeping tabs on geysers, electric stoves and ovens, and other power-hungry electrical appliances that might have been left on when your guest left. They cost just Rs 1,999 each and can be controlled from anywhere via an app.

4. Netgear ORBI RBK762S Smart WiFi

A great way to offer your guests a pleasant stay is to offer them access to a powerful and seamless Wi-Fi network in your home. You can do this by hooking up your internet to a mesh network for seamless connectivity around the home. Get something like the Netgear Orbi system and you’ll have full remote access to the network as well. T

his is great as you can then monitor access, change passwords remotely, and more to prevent misuse and also to ensure that all your smart devices are talking seamlessly to each other and to you.

5. iRobot Roomba s9 Plus Robotic Vacuum Cleaner

Lastly, a robo vacuum + mop combo is the perfect addition to your Airbnb-ready home. The vacuum cleaner can be set to run remotely on a fixed schedule, ensuring a clean home for your guests, and less hassle for you when it comes to maintenance. 

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The iRobot Roomba S9 Plus is quite expensive at Rs 1,29,900, but it’s a worthwhile investment as it comes with a self-cleaning vacuum bin that lets it run without interference for several days. Cheaper options are available, but they will require regular maintenance.

These five gadgets should go a long way towards ensuring a pleasant and secure Airbnb experience for both you and your guests. They’re simple, easy-to-maintain devices that all offer remote access via apps, allowing you complete control over your home and its safety.