We've been using SmartThings for automating our property using RBoy Apps (www.rboyapps.com). Been very happy with their support and selection of apps. They even have deals from time to time with manufacturers which is a nice touch.
We've got a yale lock, monoprice temperature/motion sensor, a radio thermostat, outlets, water leak sensor, a water valve and some cameras integrated with SmartThings. rboy apps basically manages our property for us, it controls the humdity and temperature, turns everything off and arms the security when the renters leave, turns on the lights and disarms the security when they get back - the whole 9 yards!
We love that we can connect our thermostat with a motion sensor (which doubles as a security sensor when there is no one in the house) using their apps so the HVAC only kicks in when there is someone inside the house.
Am completely in love with their Rental Lock Automater app which completely automates creating codes for renters. It integrates with airbnb calendars and takes the hassle out of managing users, it even allows us to automatically send a customized text message to users with their lock code.
They've setup a page on the SmartThings forum for the rental lock automater app:
https://community.smartthings.com/t/release-rental-lock-automater-automate-user-codes-with-airbnb-ho...
They have an offer running for their commercial apps (which includes Rental Lock Automater), we've been using them for years and glad we got the lifetime commercial option for $99.
Pros:
- Hands off management for all aspects of our property (energy, security, safety, users
- A wide selection of apps for us to use with new ones being added regularly
- Not locked into any manufacturer, we've able to pick and choose what hardware we want to use (and how we want to use)
- Awesome value for money
Cons:
- They only have eMail support but they're pretty responsive