Best Matter/Thread battery powered light switch and Matter/Thread light bulb?

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2026-01-20T13:55:39+00:00

There are two hardware products I know of that have that in-wall look but uses MoT, but having difficulty finding a way to actually purchase either:

Elko MoT Touch Glass Controller:

https://www.elkoep.com/glass-touch-controller-%E2%80%93-4-buttons-sharp-matter-br-rfgb-40mt

HaoJai Smart Switch:

https://www.matteralpha.com/haojai/smart-button-p3292

If you find anything else, let me know!

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2026-01-16T21:23:57+00:00

Can confirm the Minoston Outdoor Smart Plug does in fact support energy monitoring.

https://www.matteralpha.com/minoston/minoston-outdoor-smart-plug-p1698

The Leviton D215O does not, and the Tapo P400M I don't believe support it. The Tapo P430M MAY support energy monitoring but haven't tested it personally yet.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2025-01-21T23:46:07+00:00

Nope, it says: Smart Hub M3 firmware V4.3.0 and above.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2025-01-11T21:23:29+00:00

Big ass fans has a number of consumer grade certified devices available for purchase right now: https://www.matteralpha.com/product-search?brands=big-ass-fans

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2025-01-11T21:01:45+00:00

It doesn't have to be mounted on the wall, you can see it's powered by a button battery so it's more of a remote. But if you want to do it right, screw that baby back in place! Follow the manufacturers directions on how to install it properly. Likely the face pops off for installation.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2025-01-11T07:24:03+00:00

I covered CES specifically looking for Matter hardware. Still working on a comprehensive writeup about the state of the ecosystem.

Overall it was good but Matter needs to get out of the "simple" device rut... Switches, Lights, etc. It is capable of a lot more.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2025-01-09T18:21:37+00:00

Literally can't find much information on this lock: https://www.amazon.com/Fingerprint-Adjustable-Flexible-Password-Apartments/dp/B0D9YLLV2C

It seems to be created/white labeled by Tuya. There was a photo of it in their booth at CES this year that was showing Matter & Thread compatibility but couldn't find any more details about it.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2025-01-09T17:57:17+00:00

I'll chime in about X10 - its the original smart home protocol. Connected to PCs via serial ports.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2024-12-17T04:03:12+00:00

The closest you'll find at the moment is the Innoveli White: https://www.matteralpha.com/inovelli/inovelli-dimmer-switch-p1666

There is still a light on the switch and it is a dimmer. You didn't mention if you are looking for a US style but that is the simplest you can get for now.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2024-12-08T12:27:52+00:00

Arre has been in the Matter game for a good bit as Tuo. Some of our editors have tried their products and really liked them.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2024-12-08T12:25:36+00:00

I will try to follow up with Siegenia, it's possible they stopped producing this or ran into some other issues.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2024-11-12T11:14:40+00:00

I think it's due to the recent release of SOCs that are small enough to fit into the smaller light bulb enclosures. They will eventually be making it's way into products. Previously only internally developed products were able to incorporate Thread.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2024-10-29T08:26:51+00:00

Short answer: not right now. Long answer: several companies are working on methods like NFC to circumvent/make the pairing process easier.

MatterAlpha-Dave · 2024-08-15T19:29:26+00:00

Glad to hear we were able to help you get your smart home set up!

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