Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)Learning thermostat with remote room sensorWorth the premium when the hallway temperature misrepresents the room you use, or your HVAC equipment needs its broader controls.Wi-FiFrom $239.99No brand hub or Thread router required
Aqara Presence Sensor FP1E (PS-S03D)USB-powered radar presence sensor for an Aqara Zigbee hubBest for an existing Aqara home with a discreet USB power route.Matter bridgeFrom $49.99Needs a brand hub
Inovelli White Series Smart DimmerWired dimmer with programmable paddle and LED barA good premium choice when a wall switch needs to run scenes, show a useful status or keep smart bulbs powered.ThreadFrom $65Needs a Thread border router
iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max Robot + AutoWash DockRobot vacuum with a fully retracting mop and AutoWash dockCombo 10 Max has a persuasive carpet feature: its wet mop retracts completely onto the robot.Wi-Fi$1,399.99No brand hub or Thread router required
Leviton Decora Smart ELV/LED Dimmer D2ELVMatter ELV/LED Phase Selectable DimmerA worthwhile $74.99 choice for compatible electronic low-voltage or reverse-phase LED lighting that a cheaper smart dimmer cannot handle.Wi-Fi$74.99No brand hub or Thread router required
Eve WeatherConnected Weather StationEve Weather is an appealing small outdoor display for people who want readings from their own patio and will use the history in Eve’s Apple app.Thread$79.95Needs a Thread border router
Aqara Smart Lock U200Retrofit cylinder/deadbolt motor with a separate fingerprint keypadA persuasive retrofit when your existing lock is sound and you want fingerprint, PIN and Apple home key access without changing its exterior.Thread$169.99Needs a Thread border router
Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit for Roller BlindsRoller Blind MotorEve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit is worth considering when you already like your roller blinds and want scheduled movement without a visible add-on motor.ThreadFrom €149.94Needs a Thread border router
Aqara Wall Outlet H2 EU (WP-P01D)In-wall Type F smart outlet with energy monitoringWall Outlet H2 EU is worth considering when a permanent, tidy Schuko socket is part of planned electrical work and an Aqara Matter hub is already running.Matter bridge€39.99Needs a brand hub
Sonos Roam 2Small travel speaker with Bluetooth and home Wi-Fi audioRoam 2 is the Sonos portable to choose when the speaker has to earn its place in a small bag.Wi-Fi$179No brand hub or Thread router required
Aqara Hub M3Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, and Aqara HubWorth considering for a large Aqara installation or a specific need for its multi-hub capabilities.Matter bridge$159.99No brand hub or Thread router required
Tado Bridge X (IB02)Thread Border RouterA sensible €54.99 purchase when Tado X needs its own Thread connection or better coverage.Thread border routerFrom €54.99No brand hub or Thread router required