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Buy at eBay AUThe Aeotec Smart Home Hub is a central control unit for connecting compatible smart devices wirelessly. It supports Z-Wave and Zigbee devices, integrates with SmartThings, Google Home, and Alexa, and lets you automate routines through the SmartThings app on iOS or Android. The hub connects via Wi-Fi and ethernet, accommodates up to 100 devices per protocol, and includes voice control capabilities.
Features and specifications in this description are as the brand describes them.
The Aeotec Smart Home Hub acts as the central control and intelligence for your smart home setup. It wirelessly connects to a range of compatible smart devices including lights and sensors, and lets you create automated routines and scenes through the SmartThings app. The brand describes scenarios where your thermostat adjusts to a comfortable temperature and lights dim automatically while you relax, all controlled from your phone or through voice commands via Google Assistant or Alexa.
The hub supports both Z-Wave and Zigbee protocols, which are wireless standards used by many smart home sensors and bulbs. According to the catalogue specs, it can connect up to 100 Z-Wave devices and 100 Zigbee devices, and has a Zigbee range of 40 feet indoors. The brand emphasises its small, minimalist design and built-in Wi-Fi, allowing you to place it anywhere in your home. You'll need iOS 12 or higher or Android 10 or higher to use the SmartThings companion app.
Remote access lets you monitor and control your devices away from home through the app. The hub integrates with existing SmartThings accounts and can be added alongside other hubs you may already own. Per the catalogue specs, the device includes advanced encryption and S2 security protocols, though detailed security testing information is not provided.
Research-based: compiled from the manufacturer's information and Australian retailer listings. NXT Smart Home has not tested this product.
Best for: Australians using the SmartThings ecosystem who want a single hub to manage Zigbee, Thread, Matter, and local Australian-frequency Z-Wave devices without a subscription.
The Aeotec Smart Home Hub is a multi-protocol hardware controller powered by the Samsung SmartThings platform. According to Aeotec, it acts as a central coordinator for wireless smart hardware, packing Zigbee 3.0, Thread, Matter controller capabilities, and Z-Wave Plus into a compact unit. It allows you to build home automations, monitor sensors, and control compatible gear through the SmartThings app for Android and iOS. For network connectivity, the hub provides both a 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet port and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, drawing power from an included AC adapter with a DC barrel jack.
This hub suits Australian households already invested in Samsung SmartThings, or those who want to run automated routines across mixed Zigbee and Z-Wave accessories without managing separate bridges. It is also well matched to users introducing Matter and Thread accessories into a SmartThings setup, as Aeotec notes the hub functions as both a Matter controller and a Thread Border Router. It integrates with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control, and according to third-party documentation, it can be linked into Home Assistant via cloud or Matter integrations.
However, it is not suited to households built strictly around Apple Home, as it lacks native Apple HomeKit integration and does not bridge non-Matter devices into the Apple ecosystem. Buyers looking for an entirely offline or local-only setup may also want to skip it, as initial setup and overall management remain tied to Samsung's cloud.
When buying this hub locally, ensure you purchase the official Australian and New Zealand variant (model GP-AEOHUBV3AN). Aeotec's technical specifications confirm this model broadcasts on the 921.4 MHz frequency required for Australian Z-Wave Plus compliance. Importing a hub from North America or Europe will result in incompatible Z-Wave frequencies that will not pair with Australian Z-Wave wall switches or sensors.
Australian retailers, including JW Computers, supply the hub with a compliant Australian wall plug adapter, rated for 100–240 V AC at 50/60 Hz. The Wi-Fi radio operates solely on 2.4 GHz (WPA2), meaning dual-band Australian home routers must have a 2.4 GHz SSID available for wireless pairing. Warranty coverage includes a standard 12-month manufacturer warranty, with select local specialists like SmartHome Australia advertising extended store coverage.
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Acts as border router in the Smart Home Thread network
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The hub connects to Z-Wave and Zigbee devices such as smart lights and sensors. The catalogue specs indicate it supports up to 100 Z-Wave devices and 100 Zigbee devices, depending on the protocol your devices use.
Yes, per the specs, the hub supports remote access. You can monitor and control your devices from your phone through the SmartThings app when away from home.
The catalogue specs show compatibility with Google Assistant and Alexa, allowing you to control your devices by voice command through either assistant.
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My old TKB Home Zwave thermostat died after serving me well for 6 years, so I was on the look out for a replacement and came across this MCO thermostat so thought I would give it a go. I’m using it to control wet underfl ...
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Posted 5 August 2025 by Sach
Sleek design, doesn't stand out in the kitchen and easy to operate. Wife Approval Factor (WAF) is excellent. Great connectivity from Home Assistant, no issues and works every time. We use the internal temperature sensor ...
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Posted 5 March 2026 by Cathal
I have been using the Fibaro (NICE) multisensors for about 10 years now and I think they are excellent, quite discreet and not too big, good motion detection andI like the aesthetic of the cat eye. I haven't really used ...
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Posted 5 August 2025 by Jan D
Initial setup was incredibly time consuming and "buggy". Literally took a day and a half even with continual, very quick & frequent communications with Tech Support. The firmware would not update; setup would time out; I ...
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Posted 5 August 2023 by Bob G.
I acquired this as a trial to see if it was a reasonable for the Aeotec switches I've been using. It is. It is physically larger which is a drawback; the switch is easily accessible which is a big plus; it is significant ...
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Posted 5 September 2025 by M. W
It's garbage because Samsung smartthings is garbage. A completely worthless and broken POS of a platform literally every single Device and cloud integration I have has been broken by this collosal collection of F ups ove ...
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Posted 5 August 2023 by anthony rossetti
My DR Horton home came with Alarm.com which I just took the free part which was using the app. I just didn’t wanted to be tied down for a 3 year contract on security they offered. After the 3 year the Alarm.com app expir ...
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Posted 5 August 2024 by Bob Higgins
Allows me to control lock remotely. I have a Schlage FE599NX for my rental unit. For the last 3 years I had used a Wink hub. But Wink had two problems. First it started charging a monthly fee of $5. Then I found out its ...
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Posted 5 August 2022 by Mike Y.
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