Hubs integration
Hubitat Elevation HubvsSamsung SmartThings Hub v3
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Hubitat Elevation Hub
5/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickSamsung SmartThings Hub v3
3/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Hubitat Elevation Hub | Samsung SmartThings Hub v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Native support | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Matter | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Hubitat Elevation Hub supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Hubitat Elevation Hub works natively with Apple HomeKit and Matter, where Samsung SmartThings Hub v3 requires a workaround or has no support.
Hubitat Elevation Hub supports Matter/Thread, making it compatible with all major ecosystems without a bridge — a meaningful advantage for long-term smart home flexibility.
Hubitat Elevation Hub
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported