I got a 7 Pro around 6 months ago for $280 CAD. Surely there are other less expensive sources you could find.

I run many of the usual suspects, but I would say Home Assistant is on the top of the list.

• Integrates with seemingly endless smart home devices
• Make automations that make your house seem like magic
• Make it look just how you want it to
• and best of all, it costs numerous hours of tinkering nothing!