2026 Most Popular Smart Home Devices

By Trevor Wheelwright

Apr 13, 2026

3 min read

According to our 2026 Most Popular Smart Home Devices survey results, the most popular smart home devices are built for convenience: Smartphones (94%) and smart TVs (68%) lead the pack by a wide margin. But niche connected products are becoming more commonplace too, including smart thermostats (31%), robot vacuums (24%), smart coffee makers (15%), smart pet feeders (12%), and smart home gyms (11%).

Though smartphones are by far the most ubiquitous smart device, other home tech is becoming more commonplace. We'll cover which devices people are using the most and least, by category, at home and on the go, and what's driving those habits.

Guide to this report:

Key findings
Smart device ownership by category
Personal devices
Office devices
Security devices
Safety devices
Utility devices
Outdoor devices
Living room devices
Gaming devices
Kitchen devices
Lifestyle devices
Wellness devices
Recap: Top smart devices
Methodology

Key findings

The average American household manages 11 connected devices, led by near-universal ownership of smartphones (94%) and smart TVs (68%)
Homeowners prioritize peace of mind and efficiency, with high adoption of video doorbells (39%), outdoor cameras (33%), and smart thermostats (31%)
Technology is a staple of daily life, with gaming consoles (43%), laptops (42%), and smart speakers (36%) serving as the main hubs for entertainment, work, and voice control
Hands-free automation is moving into the mainstream, ranging from robot vacuums (24%) for cleaning to specialized tech like smart pet feeders (12%) and home gyms (11%)

Smart device ownership by category

Let's break down self-reported device use by category: personal, office, security, safety, utilities, outdoor, living room, gaming, kitchen, lifestyle, and wellness devices.

Personal devices

Smartphones are by far the most used personal device (94%), nearly double that of tablets or Wi-Fi-enabled headphones or earbuds, which about half of respondents reported using. Wrist-wearables like smartwatches and fitness trackers also show significant usage.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smartphone	93.79%
Tablet (with voice control)	53.19%
WiFi-enabled Headphones or Earbuds	51.27%
Smart Watch (Apple Watch, Galaxy, etc.)	41.60%
WiFi-enabled Fitness Tracker	29.88%
WiFi-enabled Digital Camera	21.91%

Digital cameras may fall more into the hobby category for many, especially considering that most modern smartphones have built-in cameras.

Office devices

Connecting your devices without cable clutter can make it easier to move between tasks and keep your workspace clear. Laptops with voice control are the most common smart office devices, with printers and desktop computers trailing behind.

Device	Ownership Rate
Laptop (with voice control)	41.96%
Smart/WiFi-enabled Printer	30.69%
Desktop Computer (with voice control)	27.67%

Security devices

Video doorbells are the most common smart security device, with roughly 39% of respondents using them, more than fitness trackers or smart printers. In general, more people are adopting smart security devices that offer extra visibility and recording capabilities rather than automated locks and alarm systems.

Device	Ownership Rate
Video Doorbell	38.89%
Smart/WiFi-enabled Outdoor Camera	32.39%
Smart/WiFi-enabled Indoor Camera	23.88%
Smart Door Lock	18.82%
Smart Window or Door Sensors	17.03%

Safety devices

More than a quarter of respondents have switched to smart smoke or carbon monoxide detectors over their old-school counterparts, meaning they'll get phone alerts regardless of where they are.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smart Smoke or Carbon Monoxide Detector	27.55%
Smart Leak or Moisture Sensor	15.43%

Utility devices

Thermostats are the most common home utility device, allowing people to save on heating and cooling and adjust the temperature without leaving the couch. Smart ACs and smart ceiling or portable fans are also found in roughly one in every five homes.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smart Thermostat	30.52%
Smart Smoke or Carbon Monoxide Detector	27.55%
Smart Lightbulbs or Lighting Hub	24.44%
Smart Plugs or Electrical Sockets	23.42%
Smart Air Conditioner (Window or Central)	20.99%
Smart Ceiling Fan or Portable Fan	18.82%
Smart Leak or Moisture Sensor	15.43%

Outdoor devices

Though much of the population may still rely on clickers and codes for their garage doors, smart garage door openers are used by around 19% of the population.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smart Garage Door Opener	18.91%
Smart Sprinkler/Irrigation System	11.00%

Living room devices

Aside from smartphones, smart TVs remain one of the most popular smart devices, with about 68% of households owning at least one. And to help manage their home, a combined 55% of consumers report using smart speakers.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smart TV	68.26%
Smart Speaker (Echo, Google Nest, etc.)	36.29%
Smart Hub with Screen (Echo Show, etc.)	18.63%

Gaming devices

Gaming devices are no longer for niche hobby audiences, but are rather becoming commonly used as a media hub for games, videos, music, and more. Current-gen consoles can be found in nearly half of American households.

Device	Ownership Rate
Current Gen Console (PS5, Xbox Series X/S)	43.35%

Kitchen devices

Smart kitchen devices haven't hit mainstream adoption yet, but ownership is fairly even across the category. Smart cooking devices like microwaves, air fryers, and ovens take the top spots.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smart Microwave or Air Fryer	19.45%
Smart Oven or Dishwasher	16.55%
Smart Fridge	16.47%
Smart Coffee Maker	15.44%
Smart Pet Feeder or Waterer	12.34%
Smart Kitchen Scale or Thermometer	11.08%

Lifestyle devices

Smart vacuums are now found in roughly 24% of homes, with smart washers and dryers in nearly 20%. You can even sleep with automatic temperature adjustments thanks to smart mattresses, enjoyed by nearly 11% of the population.

Device	Ownership Rate
Robot Vacuum (Roomba, etc.) or Robot Mop	23.50%
Smart Washing Machine or Dryer	19.71%
Smart Toothbrush or Bathroom Scale	18.05%
Smart Mattress or Mattress Topper	10.52%

Wellness devices

In 2026, 17% of people own a smart treadmill or exercise bike, and 11% have a smart home gym.

Device	Ownership Rate
Smart Treadmill or Exercise Bike	17.02%
Smart Home Gym (Tonal, Mirror, etc.)	10.75%

Phones and TVs are the top smart devices, but others are becoming more common

As a quick recap and comparison, here are the highlights of our smart home device survey:

Most common overall: Smartphones (94%) and smart TVs (68%) far outpace every other connected device per household
Living rooms & personal tech: Current-gen gaming consoles (43%), voice-enabled laptops (42%), and smart speakers (36%) round out the most widely adopted devices
Security & safety: Video doorbells (39%) and smart CO/smoke detectors (28%) are becoming household staples
Utilities on the rise: Smart thermostats (31%), smart lighting (24%), and smart plugs (23%) are a growing entry point
Least common: Kitchen and wellness devices like smart home gyms (11%) and smart mattresses (11%) have yet to achieve mainstream adoption

Not everything needs to be ‘smart,’ but if a new device can make your life a bit easier, why wouldn't you make the switch?

Methodology

Reviews.org surveyed 1,000 U.S. adults, reflecting the U.S. population, to analyze ownership of smart or Wi-Fi-enabled devices. Devices were categorized into household and lifestyle groups: personal, office, security, safety, utilities, outdoor, living room, gaming, kitchen, lifestyle, and wellness.

Written by

Trevor Wheelwright

Trevor’s written about YMYL (your money, your life) topics for over six years across editorial publications and retail/eCommerce sites. His work’s been featured on Forbes, RealSimple, USA Today, MSN, BusinessInsider, Entrepreneur, PCMag, and CNN. When he’s not researching and writing, you can find him around Salt Lake City, Utah, snapping photos of mountains and architecture or seeking out some good tunes and friendly faces.