Winner
Updated March 2026
Data from Amazon and official SwitchBot site.
2026 verdict
Taken as a whole in 2026, SwitchBot Hub 3 wins this matchup. What pushes it ahead is protocols and sensors, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. SwitchBot Hub Mini can still be the right pick, but only if price and rating outweighs the wider strengths of SwitchBot Hub 3. Overall, SwitchBot Hub 3 makes more sense for most people.
| Feature | SwitchBot Hub 3 | SwitchBot Hub Mini | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $28.99 | SwitchBot Hub Mini |
| Rating | 4.0 | 4.2 | SwitchBot Hub Mini |
| Protocols | Bluetooth, Matter Bridge, IR | Bluetooth, IR | SwitchBot Hub 3 |
| Sensors | Temperature, Humidity, Light, Motion | None | SwitchBot Hub 3 |
| 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
20% OFF
$99.99
$79.99
- + Protocols: Bluetooth, Matter Bridge, IR
- + Sensors: Temperature, Humidity, Light, Motion
- - Price: $79.99 vs $28.99
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.2
17% OFF
$35.10
$28.99
- + Price: $28.99
- + Rating: 4.2
- - Protocols: Bluetooth, IR vs Bluetooth, Matter Bridge, IR
- - Sensors: None vs Temperature, Humidity, Light, Motion
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: SwitchBot Hub 3 or SwitchBot Hub Mini?
- SwitchBot Hub 3 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for protocols and sensors.
- What is the biggest difference between SwitchBot Hub 3 and SwitchBot Hub Mini?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: SwitchBot Hub 3 lists $79.99, while SwitchBot Hub Mini lists $28.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- SwitchBot Hub 3 is listed at $79.99, while SwitchBot Hub Mini is listed at $28.99. SwitchBot Hub Mini (better spec).
- Who should buy SwitchBot Hub 3?
- Choose SwitchBot Hub 3 if your priority is protocols and sensors and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy SwitchBot Hub Mini?
- Choose SwitchBot Hub Mini if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than protocols.
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