What the Review Sites Won’t Tell You About Furnishing an Airbnb

When's the last time you had a guest struggle with your front door lock at midnight? Or maybe blast your heating bill because they couldn't figure out your "smart" thermostat?

Here's the thing: what works great in a normal home often falls apart when you're dealing with hundreds of different guests per year.

But most product review sites are recommending products based on how they perform in a regular home, not an Airbnb dealing with constant guest turnover. There wasn't a dedicated resource for STR hosts.

The result? Hosts waste thousands of dollars on trial and error, testing different products until they finally find what actually works.

I know because I've been there—drowning in browser tabs, trying to figure out which of the "top-rated" products would actually survive in my first Airbnb.

That's about to change.

Introducing: The Host Report's Product Reviews

We're not just picking the "best" smart locks or thermostats. We're finding the ones that actually survive 1,000+ guest check-ins in real Airbnb properties.

Here's what makes our reviews different:

• We focus on what matters for hosts: durability, reliability, automation, can it be managed remotely, property management features, and guest usability

• We consider the whole picture: Simple installation, guest experience, troubleshooting, and long-term reliability

• We talk about the price and overall value: Are the premium features worth it for hosts? Are there additional subscription costs that eat away from your profits? 

No more piecing together advice from Facebook groups or Reddit threads. No more expensive guessing games with your property's tech setup.

Just clear, data-backed recommendations from people who actually understand what Airbnb hosts need.

Ready to Skip the Trial and Error?

We're launching with deep-dives into the most crucial products for your property. Check out our first reviews:

Each review breaks down everything you need to know. Think of it as your cheat sheet for building a guest-friendly, profitable property.

What's Coming Next

This is just the beginning. We're building the resource I wish I had when I started—a one stop shop for everything that actually works in STR properties.

Stay tuned. We'll be adding new reviews weekly.

Got a product you'd love us to review? Or maybe something you've tested in your own properties? Hit reply and let me know. Your experience helps the whole community win.

Here's to making your hosting journey a little smoother (and a lot more profitable).

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