IKEA Timmerflotte review: a fun sensor I'd buy even without Matter

This temperature and humidity sensor does everything I want it to, and nothing more.

IKEA Bilresa smart remote with dual buttons review: a $6 miracle

Buy this smart remote. Buy more than one.

Lockly Secure Link Wi-Fi Hub review: not quite reliable, but better than nothing

This Matter bridge connects your Lockly lock to your smart home platform of choice, but having to rely on a separate component does come with its downsides.

SwitchBot Lock Ultra and Keypad Vision review: Face unlock meets awkward doors

Hands-on review of the SwitchBot Lock Ultra with Keypad Vision, including installation, uPVC compatibility, Matter, NFC, and face unlock.

The best Matter devices we saw in 2025

2025 saw Matter move from aspirational to functional. After testing 40 devices, we've found the top 10 standouts that delivered on tech, value, and performance.

Sonoff AirGuard 07P and 08P review: Solid Matter air quality sensors for Wi-Fi homes

Plain look, fan heart: a look at new Matter air quality sensors

SwitchBot Smart Video Doorbell Review: It actually works when your Wi-Fi doesn’t

The SwitchBot Video Doorbell nails the basics: clear video, long battery life, fast response, and fully local storage with zero subscription traps. It’s great hardware, dragged only slightly down by half-baked Matter support.

Govee Xmas Sparkle Lights review: Maximum twinkle

They’re brighter, smarter, and “more sparkly” than the Xmas Strings 2 — and still DreamView and Matter compatible — but the complex app is starting to show signs that it's really not suitable for simple holiday displays.

Will the SwitchBot Candle Warmer Lamp make your smart house a home?

Tthis Matter-enabled device offers flame-free ambiance, easy setup, dimming, and is a great way to introduce smart home comforts.

Aqara FP300 review: the 4-in-1 Matter sensor that runs on batteries

The new star of Matter sensors.

Govee TV Backlight 3 Pro review: the Ambilight killer just got better

Govee’s Backlight 3 Pro is its brightest, most accurate, and most advanced TV bias lighting kit yet. The triple-lens HDR camera gives incredible coverage and brightness—but at a price, and with the usual camera-based caveats.

Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition Review: Open Source, for Better or Worse

As an open and community-backed project, Home Assistant Voice Preview Edition is impressive, but it isn't without its quirks—or its bugs.

Lafaer LWR01 presence sensor review: a raw innovator

The first Matter-over-Thread presence sensor is here -- but is it what you want?

Haijai Switch from DK-AI: Six buttons, three relays, and a motion sensor

The Haijai Matter-over-Thread smart switch from DK-AI combines six programmable buttons, three relays, and a built-in motion sensor in a fully Matter-native design. It’s the most complete and reliable smart light switch I’ve tested—as long as your wiring supports it.

The new Govee Prism Lights turn any building into a festival stage

The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights Prism bring a bold new 3-in-1 LED design to the brand’s flagship lineup. With wider beams, smoother gradients, and vibrant dynamic scenes that appear to move, they deliver a premium lighting upgrade that stands out from the crowd. But with higher prices and wider module spacing, are they worth it over the Outdoor Lights Pro?

ThirdReality Switch MT1 review: a next-gen fingerbot with Matter and Thread

A plug-to-use smart switch bot with Matter and Thread support.

Govee Outdoor Clear Bulb String Lights review: Ambient retro glowy goodness

Looking to add some retro-style glow to your garden or patio without ditching smart control? Govee’s Clear Bulb Outdoor String Lights bring a vintage filament look with full Matter support, but they come with a few quirks you’ll want to know about before buying.

The most modular outdoor lights ever? Govee’s Garden Lights (H7086) reviewed

Govee’s modular Outdoor Garden Lights (H7086) are sleek, sturdy, and Matter-compatible, low-lying garden lights, offering surprising creativity and quality for outdoor lighting—but short cables and a steep price hold them back from perfection. Maybe wait for a holiday discount.

The Umbra Cono smart lamp shows the importance of Matter

Thanks to Matter, these unsupported lights are still a decent purchase.

Forget Hue—Govee’s new UpDown Wall Light is brighter, cheaper, smarter

Outdoor lighting is often either boring or overpriced—but Govee’s new UpDown Wall Light hits that sweet spot between style, features, and affordability. It’s bold, smart, and bright enough to make a statement without turning your garden into a nightclub (unless you want that).