Sensors integration
Eve Door & Window SensorvsSamsung SmartThings Motion Sensor
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Eve Door & Window Sensor
5/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickSamsung SmartThings Motion Sensor
3/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Eve Door & Window Sensor | Samsung SmartThings Motion Sensor |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Native support | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Matter | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Matter | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Matter | ✓ Native support |
| Matter | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Eve Door & Window Sensor supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Eve Door & Window Sensor works natively with Apple HomeKit and Matter, where Samsung SmartThings Motion Sensor requires a workaround or has no support.
Eve Door & Window Sensor supports Matter/Thread, making it compatible with all major ecosystems without a bridge — a meaningful advantage for long-term smart home flexibility.
Eve Door & Window Sensor connects without a hub or bridge, while Samsung SmartThings Motion Sensor requires additional hardware for full compatibility.
Eve Door & Window Sensor
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