Building a Smart Home on a Budget: Apple HomeKit in 2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwKLnmd98RA

In this video, I’m sharing how I started building my first smart home using Apple HomeKit. From solving annoying home issues like hard-to-reach light switches and nighttime puppy potty breaks, I walk you through the gear I purchased, the problems I solved, and the setup process. Whether you’re new to smart home tech or an Apple HomeKit enthusiast, there’s something here for you.

0:00 – Intro
0:48 – The gear I’m using
2:20 – The problems I’m trying to solve
3:29 – The setup
4:39 – How it’s going

Items I Purchased:
HomePod Mini –
Phillips Hue Hub –
Phillips Hue Bulbs –
Aqara M2 Hub –
Aqara Door Sensors –
Aqara Water Sensors –
Aqara Switches –

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