Updated November 2026
Data from the official Meross and SwitchBot sites.
2026 verdict
The SwitchBot Hub Mini edges out this smart home hub comparison on protocols and integrations, adding Bluetooth, an IR blaster and Home Assistant support that the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 lacks, and it doubles as a cheap way to turn TV, AC and other remotes into voice-controlled devices while bridging SwitchBot gadgets to Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant. Neither of these is a Zigbee or Z-Wave coordinator, so both are limited-scope bridges rather than universal hubs. The Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 pushes back with the better price and wider onboard connectivity, adding an Ethernet port the Wi-Fi-only Hub Mini does not have, plus Matter bridging and a 110dB siren for Meross alerts. Buy the SwitchBot Hub Mini for inexpensive IR automation and SwitchBot control; choose the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 if you run Meross sensors and want a wired-capable Matter hub with a loud siren.
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| Feature | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 | SwitchBot Hub Mini | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £19.99 | $35.10 | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 |
| Rating | 4.1 | 4.2 | SwitchBot Hub Mini |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 |
| Protocols | Matter Bridge | Bluetooth, IR | SwitchBot Hub Mini |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 |
| Local Control | Partially | NO | Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
£19.99
- + Price: £19.99
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.2
- - Protocols: Matter Bridge vs Bluetooth, IR
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$35.10
$39.00
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Protocols: Bluetooth, IR
- - Price: $35.10 vs £19.99
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the better buy, the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 or the SwitchBot Hub Mini?
The SwitchBot Hub Mini wins overall on protocols, adding IR and Bluetooth. The Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 is cheaper, adds an Ethernet port, Matter bridging and Apple Home support, but only works with Meross devices.
What is the key difference between these two hubs?
The SwitchBot Hub Mini is a Wi-Fi IR blaster and SwitchBot bridge, while the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 is a Matter bridge for Meross's own sensors and accessories. The Meross unit supports Matter and Ethernet; the Hub Mini adds IR and Bluetooth instead.
Does either hub support Matter?
Only the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450, which acts as a Matter bridge for Meross devices. The SwitchBot Hub Mini has no Matter, Zigbee, Z-Wave or Thread; it focuses on IR remote control and bridging SwitchBot gear.
Who should buy the SwitchBot Hub Mini?
Choose the SwitchBot Hub Mini if you want a low-cost way to control IR devices like a TV or AC by voice and to bring SwitchBot curtains, bots and sensors online for Alexa, Google, HomeKit, SmartThings and Home Assistant. It is not a multi-protocol hub.
Who should buy the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450?
Pick the Meross Smart Wi-Fi Hub MSH450 if you run Meross valves and sensors and want a cheap Matter hub you can wire over Ethernet, with a loud 110dB siren for alerts. It only works with Meross devices.
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