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| Side by side |  |  |
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| Buyer rating | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Price | $149.99 | $219.00 |
| Our score | 8.2/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Buyer ratings | 2,139 ratings | 878 ratings |
| Brand | Aeotec | Nabu Casa |
| Best for | Bridging legacy Z-Wave and modern Matter networks | Privacy-conscious buyers prioritizing offline smart home control |
| Protocol diversity | 9.0/10 | — |
| Local processing | 7.8/10 | — |
| Hardware and connectivity | 8.0/10 | — |
| Software integration | 8.3/10 | — |
| Value proposition | 7.9/10 | 6.7/10 |
| Local control and privacy | — | 9.6/10 |
| Out-of-the-box setup | — | 8.7/10 |
| Energy efficiency | — | 9.0/10 |
| Hardware connectivity | — | 6.8/10 |
| Compatible Devices | Lighting, comfort devices, voice assistants, energy management devices, Matter devices, SmartThings devices, Z-Wave Plus devices, Zigbee devices, Wi-Fi devices, Google Home, Alexa | Smart Home Devices |
| Connectivity Technology | Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, ZigBee, Matter | Ethernet, USB |
| Connectivity Protocol | Matter, SmartThings, Z-Wave, ZigBee | — |
| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds | 12 ounces |
| Works With SmartThigns | Yes | — |
| Zigbee | Yes | — |
| Temperature Sensor | Yes | — |
| Water/Leak Sensor | Yes | — |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Matter compatibility, Automation, Voice Assistant Integration | — |
| Antenna Location | Home | — |
| Control Method | App, Voice | — |
| Router Network Type | hybrid | — |
| Controller Type | Amazon Alexa, Android, Google Assistant, Ring, SmartThings, iOS | — |
| Frequency | 908.42 MHz | — |
| Color | White | — |
| Brand | AEOTEC | Nabu Casa |
| Memory Storage Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | — | 4.41"L x 4.41"W x 1.26"H |
| RAM Memory Installed | — | 4 GB |
| Wireless Compability | — | Bluetooth |
| Our verdict | This hub supports Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Matter, providing broad hardware flexibility that avoids single-protocol dead ends. While it operates on the SmartThings ecosystem—which still utilizes the cloud for certain functions—its multi-radio design allows local device-to-device communication. It is a sensible middle ground for mixed-brand accessory setups. | Home Assistant Green provides an out-of-the-box local server designed to eliminate subscription fees and cloud lock-in entirely. It provides deep control over local data, though users must purchase external USB adapters to interface with Zigbee or Z-Wave devices directly. It suits buyers willing to accept a technical learning curve in exchange for platform independence. |
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