After 2024 became the year that multiple smart home brands started increasing their subscription costs, it’s no surprise that many users began looking elsewhere. With brands like Ring included in those price hikes, the industry saw a noticeable shift towards subscription-free smart home gadgets – which actually made a lot of sense.
There are now plenty of brands that pride themselves on offering smart home users a more affordable way to stay on top of their home security, without being tied into another monthly payment. That said, whilst subscription-free sounds very appealing, there are still a few things worth knowing about, especially as some limitations or optional paid extras can be a little more hidden than they should be.
