August

Smart home tech can be super expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Save yourself some cash by buying the older or cheaper models — they'll still work great in your home.

While the August View Doorbell Cam was pretty darn buggy when it launched, August has significantly improved it over the last year. But is it enough to beat the Ring Video Doorbell 3?

Keys or no keys? That is most certainly the biggest question you'll need to answer before deciding between the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock and the Yale Assure SL.