Air fryers have moved from kitchen gadget to kitchen staple in Malaysia, and 2026 is a good year to pick one up. Our top pick is the Philips NA110 12-in-1 RapidAir (3.2L) at RM234 — a proven, multi-cook appliance that fries, grills and bakes with up to 90% less oil. Below we compare five oil-free fryers from RM69 to RM729, with pros, cons, and RM pricing checked on Lazada Malaysia.
Best Overall: SONOFF AirGuard (RM166.20) — the only monitor here that speaks Matter over Wi-Fi, so it works with Apple Home, Google and Alexa instead of locking you into one app. Best Value: Tuya WiFi 10-in-1 CO2 monitor (RM112.69) — the cheapest way to get a real CO2 reading, which most cheap meters omit. Best Portable: KKmoon 9-in-1 (RM123.64) — battery-friendly and easy to carry from room to room.
Best Overall: Midea MDDF-20DEN7 (RM1,029) — 20L/day extraction with a Super Ionizer and app control, at the lowest price of the full-size compressor units. Best for Bedrooms: Xiaomi Smart Dehumidifier 20L (RM1,299) — a 35.5dB sleep mode and a 4.5L tank make it the one you can actually run overnight. Best Budget: HomePro DHU2000 (RM119) — only 500-600ml/day, but perfect for a wardrobe or cabinet where the problem starts.
If your air feels dry in the AC season, a smart humidifier is one of the easiest upgrades you can make. Our top pick is the Xiaomi Smart Humidifier 2 (4.5L tank, UV-C sterilised mist) at RM239. It humidifies large rooms for hours, is nearly silent, and adds smart control without a hub. Below we compare five humidifiers and diffusers from RM100 to RM359, with pros, cons, and RM pricing checked on Lazada Malaysia.
Projectors have gone from office tool to living-room centrepiece in Malaysia, and 2026 brings the best value in home cinema for the money. Our top pick is the GOOJODOQ 8K Home Theater Projector (15500 Lux, 1080p) at RM759 — a proper full-featured screen machine. Below we compare five smart projectors from RM119 to RM759, with pros, cons, and RM pricing checked on Lazada Malaysia.
The Malaysian kitchen revolves around a good periuk nasi, and 2026's smart rice cookers make it a real multi-function appliance — rice, porridge, steam, even a small oven. Our top pick is the PerySmith EasyCooking Series Q12 (RM189), a multi-function unit with proper cook programs. Below we compare five periuk nasi from a sub-RM30 budget set to a premium multi-cook model, with pros, cons, and RM pricing checked on Lazada Malaysia.
Best Overall: Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen (RM465) — a smart display that gives you voice control and a screen for camera feeds and timers. Best Sound: Google Nest Audio (RM499) — the one to buy if music matters more than a screen. Best Value: Xiaomi Mi Google Smart Speaker (RM209) — genuine Google Assistant for less than half the price of a Nest Hub.
An instant water heater is the single easiest upgrade for a Malaysian bathroom — no tank to heat, no waiting, and on-demand hot water at a fixed temperature. Our top pick is the ALPHA SMART 18i/E Plus (DC pump, rain shower) at RM678, a premium unit with constant-temperature control and a strong DC pump. Below we compare five instant shower heaters from a budget touch-screen set at RM129.99 to a premium DC-pump model at RM678, with pros, cons, and RM pricing checked on Lazada Malaysia.
Best Overall: SMATRUL Tuya WiFi Leak Sensor (RM46.50) — a cabled probe with a louder siren and better build than the RM20 clones. Best Value: Tuya WiFi water leakage sensor (RM19.90) — push alerts to your phone for under RM20 each, so you can protect every room that matters. Best with a Local Alarm: Tuya WiFi/Zigbee leak sensor with sound alarm (RM80) — sounds at the unit itself, not just on your phone.
Best Overall: TP-Link Tapo C630 KIT (RM459) — 3K 5MP with pan and tilt, solar charging and AI detection, backed by the best app in this roundup. Best Value: TP-Link Tapo C400 KIT (RM216) — the same trusted ecosystem and solar panel for less than half the price. Cheapest: V380 PRO Solar Dual Lens (RM126.32) — two lenses and 1080p for RM126, if you accept a weaker app.
Best Overall: Broadlink RM4 Pro — a universal IR/RF controller for air conditioners, TVs and fans. Best Value: SMATRUL Tuya WiFi IR/RF Remote — app and voice control for common AC brands. Simple Alternative: Tuya WiFi Smart IR Remote Controller for homes that want straightforward phone-based control.
- Best Overall: Philips Hue White & Color Ambiance A19 — premium 16 million colors, seamless ecosystem - Best Value: Govee RGBIC Smart LED Bulb E27 — excellent color accuracy at half the price - Best Budget: Xiaomi Mijia Smart Bulb — reliable smart lighting under RM30 - Best for Smart Home Integration: TP-Link Tapo Smart Bulb L530E — works with Alexa, Google, and HomeKit Smart light bulbs have evolved from simple on/off switches into sophisticated lighting systems that can transform your home ambiance. Whether you want to set the mood for a dinner party, simulate sunrise wake-ups, or simply automate your living room lights, today’s smart bulbs deliver an impressive range of features at prices that fit every Malaysian budget.
