Slide

Slide is a motorized device that turns your existing curtains into smart, automated ones. You install it on your current curtain rod or rail without tools — the company calls it Click&Slide. Once mounted, you use a companion app to open and close curtains on a timer, by voice, or remotely from anywhere. It works with most standard curtains and even heavy or double layers thanks to a strong motor and a cable normally used in parachutes.

The Slide app walks you through setup with step-by-step videos. After that, you can set an alarm clock that opens the curtains with natural light, enable a holiday mode that opens and closes at random intervals to mimic occupancy, and adjust speed from super slow to fast. The device also supports smart home integrations — it connects with platforms like Alexa and Google Home so you can use voice commands. For the Pro version, more advanced integrations are available.

Slide is ideal for anyone who wants the convenience of motorized curtains without replacing their existing ones. It’s especially useful for people with hard-to-reach windows, those looking to improve home security with automated routines, or anyone who wants to save energy by scheduling curtains to insulate rooms. The product relaunched in 2024 after the original company closed, and it’s now sold through a reseller at €199.