Archive · 5 Oct 2026
Smart Home Upgrades That Save Money—and Three Worth Skipping
Smart devices can make some home jobs easier, but they do not all save money.
This guide says a power-saving ceiling fan and LED bulb may use less electricity.
A smart plug can show how much power an appliance uses and turn it off on a schedule.
It also recommends a washing machine designed to use energy efficiently and an air purifier that can adjust itself.
These devices may help lower bills, especially when they are used often.
But buying a smart device does not automatically mean you will save money.
The guide says smart fridges, kettles and mirrors may add cost without enough benefit.
It also notes that some devices have extra costs or other drawbacks.
The guide recommends a BLDC ceiling fan, smart LED bulb and energy-monitoring smart plug as upgrades that can help reduce electricity use.
It also recommends a five-star-rated Samsung washing machine with AI Energy Mode and a Xiaomi air purifier with automatic operation.
The smart plug can track electricity use and schedule compatible appliances such as geysers and air conditioners to switch off.
The article says smart refrigerators, Wi-Fi kettles and smart mirrors may cost more without providing enough practical value.
It cautions that savings depend on usage and that some products have drawbacks, including fan reliability concerns and air-purifier filter replacement costs.
- Who
- The guide is aimed at Indian households considering smart-home purchases.
- What
- It recommends five smart-home upgrades that may reduce running costs and identifies three devices it says are often not worth the extra expense.
- When
- The article does not specify a publication date.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- To help households choose connected devices based on potential savings rather than app or voice-control features alone.
- Recommended products
- Orient Electric Aeon VC ceiling fan; Wipro 12.5W smart LED bulb; AGARO Regency 16A smart plug; Samsung 9 kg washing machine; Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Lite.
- Fan
- The article says its 32W BLDC motor can use up to 50% less electricity than conventional fans.
- Smart plug
- Rated at 16A, it offers energy monitoring, remote control, timers and scheduling.
- Washing machine
- The Samsung model has a 9 kg capacity and a five-star energy rating, according to the article.
- Air purifier
- The Xiaomi model is listed at 33W and has real-time PM2.5 monitoring and automatic operation.
- Devices to skip
- Smart refrigerators, Wi-Fi kettles and smart mirrors.
- Potential extra cost
- The Xiaomi purifier requires filter replacements, which the article identifies as an ongoing cost.