SwitchBot Hub 2 vs SwitchBot Hub 3

SwitchBot Hub 2 wins on value: it is cheaper, better rated and covers the same core jobs, IR control, climate sensing and Matter bridging into all five major platforms. SwitchBot Hub 3 adds presence sensing, longer IR range and on-device controls for those who want the latest.

The control surface. The Hub 3 adds a 2.4-inch screen (not touch), a rotary dial and four programmable buttons, so you can adjust AC temperature, volume or scenes without a phone. The Hub 2 offers a simple display of readings and two scene buttons.

The SwitchBot Hub 2 measures temperature, humidity and light. The SwitchBot Hub 3 adds presence/approach detection to those three, enabling occupancy-aware automations on top of climate-based ones.

Yes, both act as Matter bridges bringing SwitchBot Bluetooth devices into Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant. The Hub 3 supports up to 30 devices; on the Hub 2 the Matter device cap is tighter, with the thermometer and hygrometer counting separately.

Choose SwitchBot Hub 2 for the proven, better-rated value: IR control with HomeKit support, climate sensing and SwitchBot bridging at a friendlier price. It remains the sensible heart of a SwitchBot home.

Choose SwitchBot Hub 3 if you want physical controls on the device, presence detection, longer IR range and a higher Matter device limit, and you are comfortable riding out early firmware updates at a higher price.