The Best Smart Home Gifts for the Tech Tinkering Dad

Whether your dad is a smart home neophyte, or a well-versed master, he could always use some new toys to add to his technological web. Here are some great smart home gadgets he’s sure to love.

By Gear Patrol

Published June 9, 2020

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Updated November 17, 2023

Whether your dad is a smart home neophyte, or a well-versed master, he could always use some new toys to add to his technological web. Here are some great smart home gadgets he’s sure to love.

Apple TV 4K

The most recent Apple TV is not only good for streaming television, but also playing exclusive games on Apple Arcade. It also comes with a free year of Apple TV+

BUY NOW: $179+

Sonos Move

Perfectly portable, the Sonos move is a great addition to dad’s existing Sonos collection or the foundation of the he doesn’t know he wants yet.

BUY NOW: $399

Wemo Mini

Don’t waste dad’s time by trying to replace the appliances he already loves. Grab a smart plug instead.

BUY NOW: $20

Wyze Cam Pan

With its simple installation and all-seeing swivel, the Wyze Cam Pan is a great way to keep tabs on any garage, workshop, or dad-space.

BUY NOW: $30

Arlo Video Doorbell

Dad’s home is his castle, and with a video doorbell you can gift him a moat.

BUY NOW: $150

Wyze Bulb

Help dad make sure no lights ever get left on when they don’t need to be by giving him the power to control them all from his phone. If you dare.

BUY NOW: $8

Roku Smart Soundbar

Whatever he likes to watch on the TV, a Roku Smart Soundbar is an easy way to improve on his TV’s built-in speakers.

BUY NOW: $168

Nest Thermostat

He’ll never be able to thank you enough for giving him complete remote control of the thermostat at all times. The only downside is that you may never forgive yourself.

BUY NOW: $249

SimpliSafe Home Security System

If one camera just won’t be enough, this security system will give dad plenty of setup to keep himself busy with.

BUY NOW: $207+

Google Nest Hub

Give dad the perfect dashboard from which to pilot a Google-based smart home.

BUY NOW: $89

Vizio P-Series Quantum

If dad has yet to make the jump to 4K, now is an excellent time to do it for him.

BUY NOW: $999+

GE Smart Microwave

For those days when he can’t go out and grill, this microwave will give him an indoor appliance that only he knows how to use to its fullest potential.

BUY NOW: $130