Best ZigBee Home Automation Hubs of 2025

"Having used Samsung SmartThings for 6 years, I found the transition to Hubitat to be a game-changer. The local execution of automations is astounding, making my smart devices operate much faster. The Rule Machine has made the user experience smooth, despite a slight learning curve for newcomers. I'm impressed with the Siri integration, allowing for easier control of my garage door. Overall, Hubitat has exceeded my expectations!"

"Initially, I was worried that my existing Zigbee devices wouldn't connect with Hubitat. After some troubleshooting and buying a compatible sensor, I was amazed to see the instant response when controlling my lights. The ability to automate my home without an internet connection is a huge advantage. Although there is a bit of a learning curve, I find the programming manageable. Hubitat has truly transformed my smart home experience!"

"I replaced my SmartThings hub with this one. Setup was a breeze and everything transferred smoothly. The whole process took me less than 10 minutes!"

"When I bought this hub to connect my two Schlage Z-Wave locks, I had trouble syncing them. Thankfully, Aeotec support responded quickly with helpful instructions, and after following their steps, everything worked perfectly!"

"As a smart home enthusiast, I upgraded from the 2nd gen SmartThings hub to this Aeotec version. While the lack of a transfer utility was frustrating, everything works great now after resetting and adding my over 70 devices."

"I previously used Wink hubs and found them reliable, but Wink going out of business was a concern. I have multiple Zigbee lights and sensors, and I appreciate that Hubitat works seamlessly after power outages. It's much easier to control my lights with Alexa, and I don’t need an extra phone app. The setup took a bit of time, but overall, it’s a solid hub and I’m glad I switched."

"My setup was pretty straightforward, thanks to the wealth of YouTube resources. I had no issues connecting my Zigbee and Z-Wave devices, and I love that control is now local. I would definitely recommend this hub to others."

"Having migrated from Samsung SmartThings, I found it easy to transfer my rules and sensors to Hubitat. However, I wouldn't recommend this hub for absolute beginners. The local processing is a game-changer compared to the frustrating latency with cloud processing. For those willing to learn, there’s plenty of documentation available."

"I was excited to find an affordable solution for my Schlage smart lock. The setup was surprisingly easy through the app, and I had my lock working in no time!"

"My experience with the Homey smart hub has been quite disappointing. The setup process was far from smooth, and I faced numerous issues connecting my devices. The app feels clunky and hard to navigate, making simple tasks overly complicated."

"I was impressed with the Homey Bridge and its software. The flow feature for home automation is fantastic! Setting it up was quick and straightforward, and it’s so convenient to manage all my devices in one place."

"I got this to connect all my hygrometers and smart devices at home. Works great!"

"Setting it up was super easy and it worked right out of the box. Excellent compatibility with Apple HomeKit and decent range, just as I expected!"

“I'm serious about home automation, and this hub is a must-have. It's powerful and versatile, but you need some technical knowledge to fully utilize it. Thankfully, the online community is incredibly helpful with guides and ideas. This hub can integrate everything from Zigbee to Z-Wave, and the automation options are endless. I’ve set it up to turn on my outdoor lights at sunset and adjust my thermostat based on motion. The local control feature ensures faster response times and greater reliability. I love the custom dashboards, which allow me to manage everything from one central touchscreen. Plus, it's helped me save energy and create a comprehensive security system.”

“I spent a few days deciding between Hubitat and Home Assistant. I chose this hub for its simplicity and robust connections. When it arrived, I was impressed by its compact size and design. I wanted to automate my Lutron switches with Aqara sensors, and the pairing process was seamless. The interface was user-friendly, and the rule machine is far superior to IFTTT. Everything works perfectly, and my lights turn on instantly.”

“After using SmartThings for years, I was looking for something better, but this hub felt overwhelming. Despite my background as a systems engineer, I found it too complex for casual use. There are many features, but implementing them requires daily attention and study. While I could make it work, I prefer to avoid the hassle of constant management. I'm leaning towards sticking with SmartThings for its straightforward nature.”

"I find this product works very well, and the battery has lasted a long time. I run two networks through Zigbee2MQTT, and it integrates seamlessly. While it doesn't match the size and style of my US switches, it's not a major issue for me."

"Setting this up in our guest room was a breeze. Once I had the hub configured, I programmed it specifically for the room, allowing my guests to control the atmosphere effortlessly. It's particularly handy for those middle-of-the-night moments. I do wish it didn’t require the hub, as it adds a slight delay for non-Zigbee items, but I managed to optimize it using Home Assistant, which recognized everything immediately."

"I replaced my old switches with this one and was impressed with how it paired instantly with Hubitat. The buttons are very easy to press, and they respond immediately. I'm now using it to control the fan speeds over my stove, and it offers direct control with off, low, medium, and high buttons. Just what I needed!"

"I've been using Aqara devices for a while now, and I am genuinely impressed with how quickly I set up the hub and paired everything. In just 35 minutes, I had it all connected to both HomeKit and Alexa. The only downside is the coverage isn't great for my large home, but overall, I'm a fan!"

"After struggling with the P2 sensor, I finally got help from Apple Support. They advised me to add the sensor directly to HomeKit, which worked, but now it doesn't communicate with the M3 hub. It's been a real hassle dealing with the app and hub bugs, and I'm just not satisfied with the support from Aqara."

"The Aqara Hub 3 has completely won me over! Setting it up was a breeze, and it integrates seamlessly with my existing smart home devices. The range is impressive, even reaching the far corners of my home without issues. I can confidently recommend it to anyone looking to enhance their smart home."