Updated October 2026
Data from the official Eve and SmartWings sites.
2026 verdict
SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade is the more complete option versus Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit in 2026, helped most by price, rating, and blackout.
Its strongest advantages show up in price, rating, and blackout, with solar charging and connectivity helping widen the gap. You should still consider Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit if retrofit kit matters more than raw overall balance. In practical terms, SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade is the easier product to recommend.
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| Feature | Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit | SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $219.95 | $179.99 | SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade |
| Rating | 4.4 | 4.6 | SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade |
| Retrofit Kit | YES | NO | Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit |
| Blackout | NO | YES | SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade |
| Solar Charging | NO | Sold separately | SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade |
| Connectivity | Thread Protocol | Zigbee, Thread Protocol, Z-Wave | SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade |
| Motor & Operation | Position Control | Position Control | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| Light Sensor | NO | NO | Tie |
$219.95
- + Retrofit Kit: YES
- - Price: $219.95 vs $179.99
- - Rating: 4.4 vs 4.6
Winner
$179.99
- + Price: $179.99
- + Rating: 4.6
- + Blackout: YES
- - Retrofit Kit: NO vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit or SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade?
SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and blackout.
What is the biggest difference between Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit and SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit lists $219.95, while SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade lists $179.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit is listed at $219.95, while SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade is listed at $179.99. SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade (better spec).
Who should buy Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit?
Choose Eve MotionBlinds Upgrade Kit if your priority is retrofit kit and that matters more than price.
Who should buy SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade?
Choose SmartWings Motorized Roller Shade if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than retrofit kit.
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