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Samsung SmartThings: reviews and verdict

Hub from SmartThings (South Korea). Everything published about it in one place: journalist tests, YouTube reviews, specs and who it suits.

Updated November 2026

Works without internetPartly (hybrid cloud and local)

Built-in radiosZigbee, Z-Wave, Thread, Matter, Wi-FiRadios differ per hub model; check the spec sheet

Price bandUnder €100

SetupPlug & play

Journalist tests (2025–2026) 1 win2 category picks

Strengths

Cheap and easy on-ramp
Wide protocol support
Strong with Samsung appliances and TVs

Keep in mind

Many automations still run in the cloud
Check which radios your specific hub model has

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What journalists say

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3 articles from 2025 and 2026 that test or rank Samsung SmartThings. Results use each publisher’s own wording.

Homebuilding & Renovating · 2026I've researched and tested the best smart hubs to simplify your home automation – these are my top 6 recommendationsHomey Pro — overall; IKEA Dirigera — app design; Philips Hue Bridge Pro — mid-range; Samsung SmartThings Hub V2 — budget
Turvallinen Koti · 2026Älykoti-keskusyksikkö vertailu 2026: Parhaat älykodin ohjausyksiköt suomalaiseen kotiinHomey Pro — overall; Samsung SmartThings Station — value; Home Assistant Yellow — advanced users; Aqara Hub M3 — Apple users; Hubitat Elevation C-8 — Z-Wave
PCWorld · 2025Best smart home systems in 2026: Reviews and buying adviceSamsung SmartThings Station — DIY hub for most people; Amazon Echo Hub — dedicated control panel; IKEA Dirigera — beginners

YouTube reviews

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Ultimate Smart Home Hub Comparison!Smart Home Solver · January 2021
Hubitat Review: Time to Throw Away SmartThings?Smart Home Solver · May 2019
5 Best Smart Home Hubs: Comparing Pros and ConsSmart Home Solver · March 2019
Samsung SmartThings Hub ReviewTech Bandicoot · September 2017

Strengths, price band and setup are our own editorial assessment, the same data the Hub Advisor and Compare use. Check the maker’s spec sheet for your exact model.