I receive a large number of requests to review products, but I don’t accept the vast majority of them. I carefully pre-screen vendors to ensure they align with my values and standards. I typically stick to larger, well-known brands that my audience is likely to encounter, ensuring the products I review are relevant and useful for my viewers.
When I do agree to review a product, my goal is to provide honest, technical feedback directly to the brand while giving a detailed breakdown of how the product works for my viewers. I don’t believe in tearing a product apart over minor issues. Instead, I aim to help brands improve their offerings by highlighting areas for improvement. My focus is on making products better for everyone, not just pointing out flaws for entertainment’s sake.
Product Reviews
In order to make it easier for folks watching my videos, I will add a note to each video with one of these emojis and a link to this page. That way everyone is on the same page!
- 💸 I Bought It: I purchased this product myself, and the review is entirely based on my personal experience as a regular customer.
- 🎁 Gifted with No Expectation: The product was given to me with no obligation to create a video or review. I may still feature it if I find it interesting or useful.
- 🤝 Product in Exchange for Review: I was sent the product in exchange for a video or review, but my opinions remain 100% honest and unbiased.
- 📅 Sponsored Review: The brand paid me to ensure a video is published within a specific timeframe or with certain features included. While the timeline and some aspects of the video structure, like key talking points or specific product features, may be influenced by the brand, my review remains completely honest and based on my actual experience with the product. I always maintain creative control and won’t recommend something I don’t believe in.
Project Videos
- 🔨 Standard Project: No products were given specifically for this project, and it was created purely from my own resources.
- 🛠️ Project with Integration: A brand provided a product to be integrated into a larger project. I still maintain full creative control and give an honest assessment of how the product performs within the project.
Affiliate Links
For most videos, the product links I post are affiliate links. This means I earn a small commission if you purchase through those links, but it doesn’t affect the price you pay or influence my opinions on the product. I only recommend products I personally use or genuinely think will add value to your smart home setup.