In this blog post, I compare the Kiwibit vs Birdfy smart bird feeders, which comes down to value versus upgrade experience. A Tale of Two Bird Feeders started with the Kiwibit smart bird feeder, and honestly, I loved it. It was the first camera bird feeder that made backyard birdwatching feel genuinely addictive. I could get bird alerts, check the …
9 Best Smart Bird Feeders with Cameras (2026)
In this article, I’ll compare the nine best smart bird feeders with cameras to help you choose the right one for your yard. Bird is the Word used to joke that birdwatching wasn’t for me. Then I moved to coastal Massachusetts—where I learned to appreciate the difference between seagulls, warblers, finches, and plovers. Nature has a funny way of changing …
7 Best Robot Pool Skimmers for 2026 (Tested)
I tested robot pool skimmers at our complex pool and evaluated the rest. Here are the 5 best robot pool skimmers for 2026 across price tiers.
5 Best Riding Lawn Mowers for 2026 (Top Picks Tested)
In this blog post, I break down the five best riding lawn mowers, tested and ranked for performance by yard size, terrain capability, and overall value. Tech Nerd to Turf Nerd y neighbor just closed on a place with two acres of untamed acreage and realized his push mower wasn’t going to cut it. He knew I review products for …
7 Best Robot Mowers for Large Lawns (2026 Update)
In this blog post, I cover the best robot mowers for large lawns and yards, including four of the latest models released this year. Sometimes Bigger is Better hen I moved from a smaller place to a home with a lawn just over three-quarters of an acre, I knew right away a traditional mower wouldn’t suffice. My ECOVACS Goat was …
7 Best Smart Sprinkler Controllers for Lush Lawns (2026)
In this article, I break down the 11 best smart sprinkler controllers for lush, green lawns based on one I currently own, two brands I have owned in the past, and ton of research. A Smarter Way To Water ’ve tested these smart sprinkler controllers in my own yard, and the difference over basic timers is immediate. Instead of guessing …
7 Best Smart Landscape Lighting Transformers of 2026
In this blog post, I cover the best smart landscape lighting transformers you can get right now. These are also known as low voltage transformers or wifi landscape lighting transformers. Transform Your Outdoor Lights s a smart home enthusiast and longtime homeowner, I’ve learned that no outdoor lighting setup works reliably without a quality transformer. These devices reduce standard 120 …
Husqvarna vs Worx vs Ecovacs: Best Robot Mower? (2026)
In this article, I compare the Husqvarna vs Worx vs Ecovacs robot lawnmowers to help find the best robot mower for your yard. The Best Robot Mower for You used to own a Worx robot mower, so I already knew how nice it is to have the lawn handled for you. When it came time to upgrade for my much …