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
Tado Smart Radiator Thermostat X (VA04)Smart Radiator ThermostatA strong choice for rooms with different heating routines, especially when Tado also controls the boiler.ThreadFrom €64.99Needs a Thread border router
Tado Wired Smart Thermostat X (1st gen, RU04)Wired Smart ThermostatThe better-value Tado wall thermostat when simple buttons and replaceable batteries suit the household.Thread€89.99Needs a Thread border router
Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2Indoor PIR motion and ambient-light sensorA useful indoor motion sensor when its adjustable stand and independent light reading suit the room.ThreadFrom $33.99Needs a Thread border router
LIFX Outdoor SuperColor PAR381600-lumen E26 color flood bulbA useful $34.99 upgrade for one open flood fixture that needs adjustable white light as well as occasional color.Wi-Fi$34.99No brand hub or Thread router required
Eve Blinds CollectionCustom Smart BlindsEve Blinds Collection is appealing when the window needs a new custom shade and you want the motor built in from the start.Thread$687.27Needs a Thread border router
Govee Neon Rope Light 2 H61D3Three-metre indoor rope light for shaped wall decorationsNeon Rope Light 2 is a good-value decoration when you already have a shape and wall in mind.Wi-FiFrom $49.99No brand hub or Thread router required
Eve Energy OutletSmart Outlet & Power MeterEve Energy Outlet is a good fit for a permanent two-lamp or desk installation where visible smart plugs would be unwelcome.Thread$54.95Needs a Thread border router
Bosch Door/Window Contact II [+M]Contact SensorA good contact sensor when its thin magnet, outdoor-rated housing or built-in button solves a real problem.ThreadFrom €44.95Needs a Thread border router
Bosch Radiator Thermostat II [+M]Radiator ThermostatA good fit for a Bosch heating system, with a useful rotary control, adjustable display and ordinary AA batteries.ThreadFrom €84.95Needs a Thread border router