If you've been thinking about buying a smart light, a robot vacuum, a smart plug, or any other cool new gadget for your home, now's the time to do it. Memorial Day weekend sales are the best time to buy smart gadgets for your home, mainly because of the amazing deals offered by retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart. These deals won't last forever (even the whole weekend), so act now or check back later for the best new home deals we've found.
Best overall smart home sales on Memorial Day
Amazon: $240 off the Roborock S8 Plus robot vacuumAmazon: $55 off the Echo Show 8 (3rd generation, 2023) from $95Walmart: A great deal on the 2nd-gen Google Nest Hub for $60Amazon: 40% off a 4-pack of Kasa Matter smart plugsWalmart: $43 off the Linkind Matter Wi-Fi color-changing LED light bulb
Memorial Day Sale on Smart Home Devices
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Roborock has been making some of the best robot vacuums for the past few years, but the S8 Plus robot vacuum and mop combo is a big hit. A charging base with auto-dust disposal means you don't have to bother with the dust and dirt your robot collects from around your home. When it's time to mop, the Sonic Mop scrubs your floors 3,000 times per minute. With an intelligent 3D mapping and obstacle avoidance system, the Roborock S8 Plus cleans your floors without a hitch.
To get the discount on the S8 Plus, you'll need to claim an Amazon coupon for $240 off the device, just under the $1,000 list price.
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One of the best items for a smart home is a smart speaker. There are plenty of great smart speakers out there, but I prefer a smart display when possible. The Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) is a great option. It's great to have visual feedback for answers to your questions, check the weather, your shopping list, and more, and of course you can watch videos on it. The current model on sale here has upgraded audio and faster processing, and at $55 off, you can't go wrong.
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Google's second-generation Nest Hub is a great way to add lots of smart features to your home, and this deal makes it even easier. From acting as a digital photo frame to playing your favorite music, tracking your sleep, and controlling other smart home devices, this smart display can do it all.
Read our review of Google Nest Hub (2nd gen).
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Smart plugs are a great and easy way to add smarts to your less-intelligent appliances. With a smart plug, you can automate your favorite old lamps and control them without a physical switch. The Kasa is one of my favorite smart plugs for a variety of reasons, including reliability, energy monitoring, and ease of use. This 4-pack of plugs is also Matter-ready, making it more future-proof than other devices.
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Besides smart plugs, smart lights are another way to make controlling your home's lighting easier. Matter-enabled bulbs come in a variety of colors and have multiple ways to connect and control your lights. At just $5 per bulb, they're a great option if you want to add a few throughout your home.
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Should you buy a smart home device on Memorial Day?
Absolutely! But only if you're just starting out on your smart home journey or just looking to add a few items to your current setup. As we said, there are a lot of great smart home devices on the market, but not all of them are “cheap,” so if you see a chance you can save on something you're looking for, do it.
Where can you find the best Memorial Day smart home deals?
Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart are probably your best choices, but keep an eye out for sales at other retailers like B&H, Target, Costco, etc. Be cautious when looking at sales, and find out what the item usually sells for to make sure you're getting a real bargain.
What else will be on sale this Memorial Day?
There are tons of sales on everything this coming Memorial Day weekend. You'll find deals on appliances, furniture, and more. Here's a roundup of the best Memorial Day sales happening right now.