Yuliana Gateway Controller Finger-sized Home Automation Helper Robot: Bluetooth control

Thomas W. Newcastle

June 2, 2025

Decision:

I bought this Yuliana gadget hoping to make my home smarter for the family, especially with the kids around—expecting it to handle multiple tasks seamlessly. The reality is, while it's great for simple things like scheduling the coffee or turning off lights, it falls short on more advanced automation. It's too basic for what I envisioned, and the limited range means I can't control things from another room. Still, for the price, it's a decent start into home automation, and it does add a bit of convenience. I'd recommend it to beginners looking to dip their toes in, but not for anyone wanting a full smart home setup. :)

• Pros: For the money, this little helper is a game-changer. It's incredibly small and easy to hide anywhere, and setting it up was a breeze—no complex instructions needed. I liked that I can use my phone to control things, like setting the coffee maker to start on its own in the morning, which feels like living in the future. It seemed to me that the connection works well for basic tasks, and it's fun to just tell the lights what to do without getting up.
• Cons: As it seemed to me, the connection range is too limited; if I move too far away with my phone, it stops working, which is frustrating in a bigger home. Sometimes it doesn't respond right away when I give a command, making it feel a bit unreliable. Also, it only works with certain devices, so not everything in my house can be controlled, which was a letdown.