It seems counterintuitive that expensive home gadgets could save you money in the long run, but it’s actually quite possible. Several smart home tech products are designed to decrease your monthly bills in some way.
Ecobee claims to reduce energy savings by an average of 23% by automatically adjusting your thermostat as you come and go. Rachio smart sprinkler controller can delay your irrigation if it rains to reduce water consumption.
Haiku fans work with smart thermostats to turn on automatically when the temperature rises to a certain level, increasing airflow without using your HVAC system.
While they will cost you more than their “dumb” (or not internet-connected) competition, smart home gadgets may make up for it with their savings in the long run.