SwitchBot Hub 3
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
Matter hub with IR control, a rotary knob, and built-in sensors
SwitchBot Hub 3Specifications
- Price
- $129
- Device type
- Smart Hub
- Ecosystems
- Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter
- Rooms
- Living Room
- Connectivity
- Matter, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Infrared
- Hub required
- No
- Rental friendly
- No
- Matter certified
- Yes
- Installation
- Not listed
- Energy Star
- No
- Local control
- No
- Voice control
- No
About
The SwitchBot Hub 3 is a Matter-compatible smart home hub with a 2.4" IPS screen and rotary knob, built-in motion, light, and temperature/humidity sensing, dual-band Wi-Fi, and infrared control for TVs, ACs, and fans. It bridges up to 30 sub-devices to Apple Home, Alexa, and Google Home.
Pros
- +IR control for legacy appliances
- +Built-in sensors and knob
- +Bridges up to 30 devices
Cons
- −Full value requires other SwitchBot accessories
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SwitchBot Hub 3 | $129 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter | Yes | No | No |
| Samsung SmartThings Station | $59.99 | Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
| Zemismart M1 Pro Matter Hub | $75.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
| Aqara Smart Hub M3 | $159.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
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About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.