If you’re still using that old garage clicker to open and close your door, it might be time for an upgrade. You may not realize it, but garage door openers today come are usually lighter, stronger and come with a range of bonus features.
Depending on your specific setup, you can snag a great garage opener that you sync to your smartphone so you can have total control over your garage door’s settings. We’ve found six models that are easy to install, quick to use and, best of all, are reasonably priced.
Say goodbye to that old clunky clicker of yours and check out these five low-cost options.
1. Chamberlain Ultra-Quiet Garage Opener
QUIETEST OPTION
Smartphone-operated, powerful, and extra quiet, this smart garage door has it all. Two three-button controls let you control up to three garage doors simultaneously, and the built-in myq technology helps you always stay connected. With all these features, it’s no surprise this one’s an Amazon best-seller.
2. Chamberlain Group C450 Smartphone-Controlled Durable Chain Drive Garage Door Opener
MOST DURABLE
Chamberlain Group C450 Smartphone-Controlled Durable Chain Drive Garage Door Opener
This heavy-duty garage door opener is smartphone-compatible, which means you can open and close it with the tap of your phone. The medium-lift power system is a great choice for two-car garage owners, and the built-in safety sensors help add peace of mind—especially when you’re using this garage door remotely.
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3. Chamberlain Group RJO20 Direct Drive Wall Mounted Space Saving Garage Door Opener
MOST SPACIOUS
Unlike other garage door openers, which tend to hang from the ceiling, this tiny model hangs directly on the wall. Built-in Automatic Garage Door Lock deadbolts close and lock the garage doors every time you close them, and the smart control system lets you synch this opener to your phone so you can control it remotely. If your garage is a little tight on space, or if you’re driving large vehicles that take up a bit too much room, this garage door opener is a smart option.
4. Chamberlain Group Chamberlain B1381 Bright LED Lighting
BEST FOR DARK GARAGES
This Chamberlin model comes with its own LED lighting system that shoots 3,100-lumens of LED lighting right into your garage so you can see where you left that cardboard box before you stub your big toe. With a reinforced steel chain for added durability and a super quiet operating system, it’s able to open and close on a dime. Plus, you can easily sync it to your smartphone and open and close your door from anywhere.
5. Genie QuietLift Connect – WiFi Smart Garage Door Opener with Added Wireless Keypad
MOST VERSATILE
This ultra-quiet garage door opener comes with its own wireless keypad for easy access. Unlike other garage systems, the Genie comes with a breezy five-piece rail system that you simply snap together for installation. With a handy DC motor, it’s able to easily lift a 500-pound garage door up to seven feet. It’s also smartphone-compatible, which is definitely a must these days.