Is it normal for a smart home to be this complicated to set up?
Yeah it can feel that way but it gets smoother once you pick a simple setup for your smart home
It happens because every brand uses its own app and jargon Start with one hub and a solid core like a thermostat and a camera to anchor your home automation
Try a practical starter plan pick a primary ecosystem map your rooms add essential devices lock in a reliable Wi Fi network maybe with a mesh system then use one app to create basic automations and test
Watch out for overdoing it avoid buying too many gadgets too fast and mind privacy and data and energy use Make sure devices play nicely together in your smart home
If you want a tailored 2 week setup plan I can outline steps and a budget so you actually get a working setup without the chaos