Best Smart Garage Door Openers:
Why You Need a Smart WiFi Garage Door Opener
Whether you're using this device for safety and security, or simply for peace of mind as you're en route to work and wondering if you shut your garage door, this connected product is ideal for homeowners.
Here are the best smart garage door openings on the market. Compare our recommendations and see which ones work with your smart home.
- Nexx Smart Garage Door Opener:
It has the most functionality to offer with seamless Alexa and Google Assistant compatibility along with Geofencing, sharing access to friends, notifications and monitoring activity. IFTTT friendly and Watch app's available. The few disadvantages it has:
Not compatible with some common older models of Chamberlain or Liftmaster
Not compatible with Apple Homekit, Smart Things / Wink (ST & Wink compatibility is being worked on)
- Gogogate 2:
Is our selection for smart device hobbyists. If you want an integration with IFTTT, this is your best choice. It even supports security cameras to integrate with it and excellent customer support. If you want a 'quick' setup with Alexa or Google, this is probably not your best bet. It requires a little more work via IFTTT. The few disadvantages are:
The UI for the App is not that great. The app is also having some issues, there are a lot of complaints about the notifications not working.
- Tailwind iQ3 Smart WiFi Garage Door Opener:
Is the runner up because it offers nearly identical features as Nexx and supports up to 3 doors. They have not been around as long as Nexx but they're definitely a contender. What's cool is they offer a special feature called "Night Mode". It will close your garage door if it's night time after it's been open for more than 5 minutes.
Not compatible with Apple Homekit or Smart Things
Not aesthetically designed
- TAOPE Smart WiFi Garage Door Opener:
Has most of the bells and whistles you expect like compatibility with Alexa, Google, IFTTT, and no Hub is needed. You get to monitor your garage activity too and you can receive notifications on if its open / closed.
The app can be a headache with heavy battery draining if you setup Geofencing
Alexa setup can be cumbersome with getting the Smart Life app and additional Alexa Skills
Other owners complained about spotty Geofencing
- MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener:
Is trailing behind because it has no Alexa integration. It works great if you just want to open it with your phone via the app. You will still get notifications on when it's open / closed and monitoring activity. It also works with Wink, Nest Thermostat, and Xfinity Home, but that's about it. If you do not need all the extras, the MyQ can satisfy your needs and save you a few bucks. A few disadvantages are:
Not compatible with Alexa
Google Home / IFTTT (compatibility requires a monthly subscription)
Requires a Hub and the bluetooth range is weak. Needs to be close to your router
- For more about smart home security, check out the Best outdoor security camras and the Best Smart locks for home
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