Plugs, bulbs, cameras, speakers and hubs: setup, Matter/Thread support, privacy settings and what works offline.
No product in this guide has been tested yet. Specs, prices and ratings are marked "to verify" or "test pending" until we've done the work.
What we'll test
- Setup time from box to working, on Android and iOS
- Matter, Thread, Wi-Fi and hub requirements: checked and listed
- Offline behaviour when the internet drops
- Privacy: account requirements, cloud storage, subscription needs
- Canadian availability and warranty terms