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Smartening up a home can be tempting, but it’s important to find a balance so that guests don’t get confused by too many gadgets. Surprisingly, this bathroom fan from Home Depot’s Commercial Electric brand strikes that balance perfectly. It has a range of smart features, including Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, built-in speakers for playing music, a motion-activated LED light, and an automatic humidity sensor. While you may not use all of these features all the time, they can come in handy and add a fun touch to your bathroom.
The fan is easy to install, and the handyman who installed it for me said it wasn’t much different from a regular bathroom exhaust fan. It runs quietly on its highest setting and is powered by Home Depot’s smart home platform, Hubspace. It connected easily to my phone and Wi-Fi network, and also works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.
One of the best features of this fan is the motion sensor, which automatically turns on the light when someone enters the bathroom. While this can be a bit sensitive, it can be adjusted through the app. The humidity sensor also works well, automatically turning on the fan when the shower is running. Overall, this bathroom fan is a great addition to any home, adding convenience and a touch of magic to your daily routine.
