{"product_id":"aeotec-smart-home-hub","title":"Aeotec Smart Home Hub","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne Hub for Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Aeotec Smart Home Hub?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAeotec Smart Home Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e is a multi-protocol smart home controller that works with the Samsung SmartThings platform. It supports Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi devices, allowing compatible products from different manufacturers to be managed through a single SmartThings system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hub can connect up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 Zigbee-certified devices\u003c\/strong\u003e and up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 Z-Wave devices\u003c\/strong\u003e, supports Z-Wave S2 Security, works as a Matter controller, and acts as a \u003cstrong\u003eThread Border Router\u003c\/strong\u003e for supported Thread networks. It also connects to your home network over Wi-Fi and can run supported SmartThings Edge automations locally. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a Samsung SmartThings Hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 100 Zigbee devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 100 Z-Wave devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave S2 Security support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Matter controller support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks as a Thread Border Router\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartThings app for Android, iOS and iPadOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlexa and Google Home integration through SmartThings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports local SmartThings Edge automations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi network connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with thousands of SmartThings-certified devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for multi-brand smart homes \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBring Multiple Smart Home Protocols Together\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modern smart home can quickly become fragmented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne device may use Zigbee, another may use Z-Wave, newer products may rely on Matter or Thread, while other devices connect directly through Wi-Fi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAeotec Smart Home Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to bring these technologies together under SmartThings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of using a separate hub for every protocol, the Aeotec hub can act as the central controller for compatible:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZigbee sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatter devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi smart devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermostats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater leak detectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmartThings can then be used to monitor devices, create scenes, build routines and receive notifications from one app. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the Aeotec Smart Home Hub?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZigbee Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub can connect up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 Zigbee-certified devices\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes it suitable for networks containing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor and window sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZigbee switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight bulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater leak sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButtons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther supported Zigbee accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec positions the hub as a central Zigbee controller capable of working with devices from many different brands through the SmartThings ecosystem. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eZ-Wave Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hub also includes \u003cstrong\u003eZ-Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e support and can connect up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 Z-Wave devices\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec specifically lists support for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eS2 Security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is especially useful for users who already own Z-Wave locks, sensors, switches, relays or other compatible smart-home hardware. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatter Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub supports the \u003cstrong\u003eMatter\u003c\/strong\u003e smart-home standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatter is designed to improve interoperability between smart-home ecosystems and compatible devices. The hub can act as a Matter controller, allowing supported Matter accessories to be added through the SmartThings platform. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives the hub greater flexibility when adding newer devices that use Matter over:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt-In Thread Border Router\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub also acts as a \u003cstrong\u003eThread Border Router\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThread Border Routers connect Thread-based smart-home devices to the rest of the IP network, allowing supported Matter-over-Thread accessories to communicate with SmartThings. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means you do not necessarily need a separate Thread Border Router when adding compatible Thread devices to a SmartThings setup based around the Aeotec hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks with SmartThings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub runs on the \u003cstrong\u003eSamsung SmartThings platform\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SmartThings app is available for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAndroid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPhone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiPad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough the app you can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl connected accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive notifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManage rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl devices remotely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec states that the SmartThings ecosystem supports thousands of certified products across many brands. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmartThings Edge Local Automations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec supports \u003cstrong\u003eSmartThings Edge Drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e, which allow many compatible automations and device integrations to execute locally on the hub rather than depending entirely on the cloud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can improve:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResponse time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal device control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomation speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation during some internet outages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec specifically describes Edge as a local hub architecture for Zigbee, Z-Wave and LAN-connected devices. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks with Alexa and Google Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub integrates with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmazon Alexa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoogle Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethrough SmartThings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce connected, supported devices can be controlled using voice commands through compatible Alexa or Google Assistant devices. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off the living room lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock the front door\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn on a smart plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate a SmartThings scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable commands depend on the connected device type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Home Scenes and Routines\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmartThings allows you to combine multiple devices into a single routine or scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, a \u003cstrong\u003eGood Morning\u003c\/strong\u003e routine could:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen compatible blinds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn on selected lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate smart plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eAway\u003c\/strong\u003e routine could:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock compatible doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust heating or cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArm supported security devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese routines can be triggered by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice state\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec specifically highlights SmartThings scenes and routines as a core use of the Smart Home Hub. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Home Security\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub can also bring compatible security devices into SmartThings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater leak sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSirens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCameras supported by SmartThings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, opening a monitored window can trigger a SmartThings push notification or activate another compatible device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hub is well suited to multi-protocol smart lighting systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible devices can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZigbee bulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZigbee switches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave dimmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatter lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi lights supported by SmartThings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can then control multiple lights together through:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartThings app\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse Multiple Protocols in One Smart Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of the Aeotec Smart Home Hub is that you are not limited to one radio technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single installation could include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZigbee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight bulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZ-Wave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoor locks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatter over Thread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNewer sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatter accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppliances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCloud-connected devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmartThings then acts as the common control layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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CE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e810667025410\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec lists separate Z-Wave regional frequencies, so users should choose a hub intended for their region. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003ePlatform \/ Technology\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSamsung SmartThings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZigbee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ-Wave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread Border Router\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWi-Fi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmazon Alexa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes, through SmartThings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGoogle Home\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes, through SmartThings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmartThings Edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAndroid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiPhone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiPad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Home Assistant Coordinator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo, not its intended use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect Zigbee2MQTT Coordinator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect ZHA Coordinator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub is designed to operate as a \u003cstrong\u003eSmartThings Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e, not as a generic Zigbee USB or network coordinator for Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmartThings Without the Hub vs With the Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome Wi-Fi devices can connect directly to SmartThings without requiring an Aeotec hub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, Aeotec states that devices using protocols such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZigbee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erequire hub functionality for direct local protocol support. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub therefore becomes particularly useful when your smart home includes dedicated low-power radio devices rather than only Wi-Fi accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes the Aeotec Smart Home Hub Work Without Internet?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome local automations can continue operating when the internet connection is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec notes that SmartThings Edge automations stored on the hub may continue running locally. However, internet access is generally still required for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote app control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCloud services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccount access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirmware updates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome integrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertain voice-assistant features \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMigrating from a Samsung SmartThings Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub runs on the same SmartThings platform used by Samsung SmartThings hubs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec states that migration from Samsung Hub versions 2 and 3 can support direct device transfer in supported situations. Other migration cases may require devices to be reset and added again. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are migrating an existing SmartThings network, review the current SmartThings migration process before resetting any devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Set Up the Aeotec Smart Home Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 1: Power and Connect the Hub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the Aeotec Smart Home Hub to power and make sure your smartphone is connected to your home network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 2: Add the Hub in SmartThings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the SmartThings app and follow the setup process to connect the hub to your network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStep 3: Add Your Smart Devices\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eAdd Device\u003c\/strong\u003e in SmartThings and pair your compatible Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread or supported Wi-Fi accessories. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmart Automation Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood Morning Routine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatically:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn on selected lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen compatible blinds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the thermostat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivate a smart plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLeaving Home\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a routine that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurns off lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocks supported doors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjusts heating or cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChecks contact sensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotion-Activated Lighting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a Zigbee or Z-Wave motion sensor to automatically activate hallway or room lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Leak Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect a compatible water leak sensor and receive an immediate SmartThings notification when water is detected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also combine it with a supported smart valve or shutoff device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmart Heating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine temperature sensors with compatible thermostats, switches or heating controls to build more responsive climate automations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eZigbee vs Z-Wave on the Aeotec Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub supports both Zigbee and Z-Wave, so you do not have to choose a single protocol for your entire smart home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZigbee is commonly used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButtons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-power devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZ-Wave is commonly used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecurity devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupporting both allows you to choose devices based on their features rather than being locked into one protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatter and Thread Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatter and Thread help make the Aeotec Smart Home Hub more suitable for newer smart-home products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hub acts as both:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Matter controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Thread Border Router\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows compatible Matter-over-Wi-Fi and Matter-over-Thread devices to be added to SmartThings. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Regional Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZ-Wave uses different radio frequencies in different countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec lists the Smart Home Hub in regional versions including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSA: 908.4 MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEurope: 868.4 MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralia: 921.4 MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways use the correct regional version for your location and Z-Wave devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZigbee, Thread and Wi-Fi are not affected by this same regional Z-Wave frequency requirement in the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks directly with Samsung SmartThings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 100 Zigbee devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 100 Z-Wave devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave S2 Security\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in Thread Border Router\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatter controller functionality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlexa integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoogle Home integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartThings Edge local automations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with thousands of SmartThings devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for multi-brand smart homes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAndroid and iOS app support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan combine several wireless protocols in one hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal automations can continue in some internet-outage scenarios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartThings account and app are central to operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome functionality still depends on cloud services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot designed as a direct Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA coordinator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ-Wave models are region-specific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDevice compatibility still depends on SmartThings support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Buy the Aeotec Smart Home Hub?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAeotec Smart Home Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly suitable for people who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Samsung SmartThings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwn Zigbee devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwn Z-Wave devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant Matter support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a Thread Border Router\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Alexa or Google Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant one hub for multiple smart-home protocols\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre replacing an older Samsung SmartThings Hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer a consumer-friendly hub rather than a DIY Zigbee coordinator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant SmartThings scenes and routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeed support for devices from multiple brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is less suitable for users whose main goal is to run Zigbee2MQTT or ZHA directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Aeotec Smart Home Hub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAeotec Smart Home Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e is a multi-protocol smart-home controller that works with Samsung SmartThings and supports Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi devices. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should buy the Aeotec Smart Home Hub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub is best suited to SmartThings users who want one controller for compatible Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi smart-home devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Aeotec Smart Home Hub work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hub connects compatible smart-home devices to the Samsung SmartThings platform. Users can then manage devices, create scenes, build routines and receive notifications through the SmartThings app. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many Zigbee and Z-Wave devices can the Aeotec Smart Home Hub support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAeotec specifies support for up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 Zigbee-certified devices\u003c\/strong\u003e and up to \u003cstrong\u003e100 Z-Wave devices\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Aeotec Smart Home Hub support Matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Aeotec Smart Home Hub supports Matter and can act as a Matter controller for compatible devices. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Aeotec Smart Home Hub support Thread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Aeotec Smart Home Hub acts as a \u003cstrong\u003eThread Border Router\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing supported Thread devices to connect to the wider smart-home network. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Aeotec Smart Home Hub work with Alexa and Google Home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Alexa and Google Home can be integrated through the SmartThings platform, allowing supported connected devices to be controlled by voice. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Aeotec Smart Home Hub work without internet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome locally stored SmartThings Edge automations can continue working without internet access. Remote app control, cloud services, updates and some integrations still require an internet connection. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy the Aeotec Smart Home Hub?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAeotec Smart Home Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strong choice for users who want to combine multiple smart-home technologies under one SmartThings system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts support for Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Thread and Wi-Fi provides significantly more flexibility than a single-protocol gateway. It can manage up to 100 Zigbee devices and 100 Z-Wave devices while also acting as a Matter controller and Thread Border Router. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor households that use devices from multiple brands and want straightforward app control, scenes, routines, local SmartThings Edge automations and voice integration through Alexa or Google Home, the Aeotec Smart Home Hub provides a centralized smart-home platform without requiring separate hubs for every protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zigbee Hubs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49154002813183,"sku":null,"price":80000.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/7630\/1567\/files\/aeotec-smart-home-hub.png?v=1788767058","url":"https:\/\/store.zigbeehubs.com\/products\/aeotec-smart-home-hub","provider":"Zigbee Hubs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}