SwitchBot Hub 2 vs TP-Link Tapo H100 comparison

Updated August 2026

Data from Amazon and official SwitchBot and TP-Link sites.

2026 verdict

SwitchBot Hub 2 wins the 2026 matchup against TP-Link Tapo H100, mainly on protocols and sensors. It wins the broader comparison through protocols and sensors, while its broader overall balance helps confirm the result. TP-Link Tapo H100 is still relevant if you care most about price and rating, but SwitchBot Hub 2 is the stronger recommendation overall. That is why SwitchBot Hub 2 wins the verdict here.

Winner

SwitchBot

SwitchBot Hub 2

25% OFF

$52.49

$69.99

Buy on Amazon USA

TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo H100

$22.99

Buy on Amazon USA

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Feature	SwitchBot Hub 2	TP-Link Tapo H100	Winner
Price	$52.49	$22.99	TP-Link Tapo H100
Rating	4.3	4.5	TP-Link Tapo H100
Protocols	Bluetooth, Matter Bridge, IR	Matter Bridge	SwitchBot Hub 2
Sensors	Temperature, Humidity, Light	None	SwitchBot Hub 2
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi	Tie
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant	Tie

Winner

SwitchBot

SwitchBot Hub 2

25% OFF

$52.49

$69.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Protocols: Bluetooth, Matter Bridge, IR
+ Sensors: Temperature, Humidity, Light
- Price: $52.49 vs $22.99
- Rating: 4.3 vs 4.5

TP-Link

TP-Link Tapo H100

$22.99

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $22.99
+ Rating: 4.5
- Protocols: Matter Bridge vs Bluetooth, Matter Bridge, IR
- Sensors: None vs Temperature, Humidity, Light

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: SwitchBot Hub 2 or TP-Link Tapo H100?

SwitchBot Hub 2 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for protocols and sensors.

What is the biggest difference between SwitchBot Hub 2 and TP-Link Tapo H100?

Price is one of the clearest differences: SwitchBot Hub 2 lists $52.49, while TP-Link Tapo H100 lists $22.99.

Which one looks better on price?

SwitchBot Hub 2 is listed at $52.49, while TP-Link Tapo H100 is listed at $22.99. TP-Link Tapo H100 (better spec).

Who should buy SwitchBot Hub 2?

Choose SwitchBot Hub 2 if your priority is protocols and sensors and that matters more than price.

Who should buy TP-Link Tapo H100?

Choose TP-Link Tapo H100 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than protocols.

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