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I installed these smart window shades in 10 minutes - now I want them all over my house

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Smartwings Roller Shades4.5 / 5Very good

pros and cons

  • The Smartwings brand offers some of the best value for money in smart window treatments.
  • Installation is easy, and the shades are simple to use.
  • Lots of customization, and solar panels for recharging.
  • The shades give off a plastic smell in the room for the first three days after installation.
  • There's no way to manually control the shades if the battery dies unexpectedly.

jul / 2026

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There's nothing like having an "open sesame" moment when you wake up in the morning and your window shades automatically roll up. There are various ways to automate existing shades and curtains, and while smart window treatments can get expensive quickly, the Smartwings brand offers some great value for money.

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