Smart Home Platforms
Smart home products from different manufacturers will work together through the 'Smart Home Platforms', which itself created by a manufacturer or cooperation from many manufacturers or various associations. Let all smart home devices work together and enhance the ability and convenience of each other endlessly.
Smart Home
Platforms / Apps
Smart home device manufacturers In addition to producing the machine Also have to produce software Or applications to work together Which may be considered the main feature of smart home products Which some manufacturers may create requirements And the working system is a central requirement In order to be able to connect to devices from partners (such as Xioami Home / Smart Life / Somfy Tahoma) or some software manufacturers create a platform for partner hardware manufacturers in addition to themselves to participate specifically (such as Apple HomeKit / Google Home / Amazon Alexa)
And when various devices from the manufacturer, usage types and features can work together through this single app. Causing the ability of the smart home system to increase many times Both data transmission Automatic collaboration Or create various complex conditions to save your labour
Voice Controllable
Smart Home Devices
Controlling various devices in the house, in addition to the form of pressing the button or controlling the device Can also add another level of convenience By commanding through the voice Both to turn on, close, change, add, reduce or check the status
Which this voice command helps to increase the convenience and new ways of using the device, such as when far from the device While the hand is stained or busy while not visible or other to order the whole house quickly
The creator of the main smart home platform often creates a 'personal assistant with voice' to work together. And work well, such as Apple HomeKit works through Siri or Google Home, working with Google Assistant
Smart Home
Connectivity Protocols
There are many connection styles that are used to connect smart home devices and smart home systems throughout the house. Both designed for use with smart home systems or IoT specifically And that brings existing systems to apply to smart home work
Each connection has different functions, patterns, power consumption, capabilities, stability and pros and cons. And may also be supported with some smart home platforms as well
Apple Home /
HomeKit
Creator: Apple Inc.
App: Yes | on Apple iOS / iPadOS / macOS / tvOS / watchOS
Hardware Hub: Yes | Apple TV (Gen 4 or later) / HomePod
Hub Connectivity: Bluetooth / Thread
Voice Assistant: Siri | Thai language supported
Smart Speaker: Yes | HomePod / HomePod mini
Car Interface: Apple CarPlay with voice command and on screen button
Amazon Alexa
Creator: Amazon.com, Inc.
App: Yes | on Apple iOS / iPadOS and Google Android
Hardware Hub: Yes | Amazon Echo / Amazon Fire Tablet
Hub Connectivity: Zigbee
Voice Assistant: Alexa | Thai language not supported
Smart Speaker: Yes | Amazon Echo and other 3rd parties
Car Interface: Yes with voice command (selected model)
Google Home
Creator: Alphabet Inc. (formerly Google LLC.)
App: Yes | on Apple iOS / iPadOS and Google Android / WearOS
Hardware Hub: Yes | Google Nest Hub / Google Nest Wifi
Hub Connectivity: Thread
Voice Assistant: Google Assistant | Thai language supported
Smart Speaker: Yes | Google Nest Mini / Nest Hub / Nest Audio and other 3rd parties
Car Interface: Android Auto with voice command or touch screen app (3rd party app required)
Home Assistant
Creator: Paulus Schoutsen | Now managed by community
App: Yes, community app | on Apple iOS and Google Android
Hardware Hub: Yes | user can create hub with provided software and compatible hardware
Hub Connectivity: Customisable, depends on added components
Voice Assistant: No
Smart Speaker: No (May connect to other platforms to use)
Car Interface: No
Samsung SmartThings
Creator: SmartThings Inc.
(a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
App: Yes | on Apple iOS / iPadOS and Goolge Android / WearOS
Hardware Hub: Yes | SmartThings Hub / Aeotec SmartThings Hub / SmartThings Station / SmartThings Hub Dongle for TV
Hub Connectivity: Thread / Zigbee / Z-Wave
Voice Assistant: Bixby | Thai language supported
Smart Speaker: No
Car Interface: App on Android Auto
Matter
Creator: Connectivity Standard Alliance (CSA)
App: No | Use other compatible app
Hardware Hub: Yes | e.g. Apple TV 4K / Apple HomePod / Google Nest Hub Max / SmartThings Hub v.3
Hub Connectivity: Bluetooth / Thread / Wi-Fi
Voice Assistant: No (use other compatible app) | Thai language supported (on some platforms)
Smart Speaker: No (can use through other compatible app)
Car Interface: No (can use through other compatible app)
Bluetooth /
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Owner: Bluetooth SIG (inc. leading companies in the telecom industry)
Standard: IEEE 802.15.1
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Range: Upto 100-200 metres (outdoor) / 50-80 metres (indoor
Power Consumption: medium / low for BLE
Data Speed: Upto 50 Mbps / BLE 2 Mbps
Mesh Networking: Compatible (Most devices may not be compatible)
Hub/Gateway Required: Not required but can be use (device may connect directly to smartphone)
Matter Compatibility: Yes
Works via Local Network (without Internet): Yes
Popular Categories: Lock / Sensor / Light
Devices using Bluetooth / BLE
Nanoleaf Essentials E27 Smart Bulb
Nanoleaf Essentials Lightstrip
Bluetooth-enabled smart home devices can be set up and easy to use. Because it is directly connected to the phone No need for additional devices (Direct connection may be used one device at a time. And must be in the Bluetooth range) If you want to use the remote, there must be a gateway or hub (such as Apple TV / HomePod). At the same time, the signal distance may not be far. (For IoT use) and smart home devices that use Bluetooth often do not support repeaters to increase the distance (Mesh Network).
A smart home platform that supports many Bluetooth devices is Apple HomeKit.
Thread
Owner: Thread Group (inc. leading companies in the telecom industry)
Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Range: Upto 30 metres (outdoor) / 15 metres (indoor
Power Consumption: low
Data Speed: upto 250 Kbps
Mesh Networking: Compatible
Hub/Gateway Required: Required (specifically called Thread Border Router)
Matter Compatibility: Yes
Works via Local Network (without Internet): Yes
Popular Categories: Sensor / Light
Thread is a newly created connection standard. For smart home, especially by the group of companies related to smart home devices (such as Apple, Google, Somfy, Samsung, Yale) designed to have a signal repeater (only devices that use electricity all the time, do not use batteries) to create a mesh network (Mesh) to provide signal coverage. Some Thread devices may also support Bluetooth.
A hub or gateway for Thread is called a Thread Border Router. Unlike Zigbee or Z-Wave hubs, which are usually dedicated hubs, these devices can often act as something else.
Devices using Thread
Nanoleaf Essentials E27 Smart Bulb
Nanoleaf Essentials Lightstrip
Devices works as Thread Border Router (also connect to Wi-Fi)
Nanoleaf Canvas / Elements / Lines
Nanoleaf Shapes - Light Hexagons/Triangles/Mini Triangles
Apple TV 4K Gen. 2 / Gen. 3 (with Wi-Fi + Ethernet)
Wi-Fi
Owner: Wi-Fi Alliance (inc. leading companies in the telecom industry)
Standard: IEEE 802.11
Frequency: 2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz
Range: Upto 90 metres (outdoor) / 45 metres (indoor) *for 2.4 GHz
Power Consumption: high
Data Speed: Upto 600 Mbps (802.11n or Wi-Fi 4)
Mesh Networking: Compatible (depends on model)
Hub/Gateway Required: No
Matter Compatibility: Yes
Works via Local Network (without Internet): Yes (depend on device; some may need always on internet connection)
Popular Categories: Air Conditioner / Air Purifier / Security Camera / Doorbell / Gate Controller / Light / Switch
Wi-Fi networks may be considered the most basic network that almost every home must have. There are a variety of smart home devices to choose from, easy to find and use to connect to the existing home network. No need to have additional devices such as hubs. And if the Wi-Fi network of the home cover There is no need to do anything more than bringing a new home device to connect to Wi-Fi. But if the network is not covered, there may be a high price upgrade. Including IoT / smart home devices that use Wi-Fi, it must divide your useable data (bandwidth) with all other devices in the house as well.
Wi-Fi connected devices are different from other connected devices because they rely on an existing Wi-Fi network (built by your router or AP) and can also make smart home devices connect to the Internet directly. (Other wave connections may use hubs or gateways to connect to Wi-Fi to connect to the Internet). Some Wi-Fi smart home devices / brands may require an internet connection all the time. When the Internet is not working May affect the use
Although Wi-Fi devices may not be suitable for smart homes with many devices. But for devices that want to send a lot of data, such as cameras, it is still necessary to use Wi-Fi to connect primarily.
Devices using Wi-Fi
EVVR HomeKit In-Wall Relay Switch
meross Smart Wi-Fi Air Purifier
Somfy Outdoor Camera
Somfy Indoor Camera
Zigbee
Owner: Connectivity Standars Alliance: CSA (formerly Zigbee Alliance)
Standard: IEEE 802.15.4
Frequency: 2.4 GHz
Range: Upto 300 metres (outdoor) / 75 metres (indoor)
Power Consumption: low
Data Speed: Upto 250 Kbps
Mesh Networking: Compatible
Hub/Gateway Required: Required
Matter Compatibility: Not directly (Can connect through supported hubs)
Works via Local Network (without Internet): Yes
Popular Categories: Light / Sensor / Switch / Curtain
Zigbee is a connection standard designed for IoT systems or smart homes. By using the basis of IEEE 802.15.4 standards, designed to have a signal repeater (Only those that use electricity all the time Do not use batteries) to create a mesh network (Mesh) to provide the signal to cover the whole house. Or can use Zigbee repeater equipment to amplify the signal as well
Usually, Zigbee devices (both control devices, sensors and hubs) can work together all. Without limiting the brand Each type of device will have the basic operating features that are already set. Can be run without unlimited manufacturers (such as the light bulb can turn on, off, adjust the brightness), but many manufacturers may adjust Or create different software Causing the device to work fully when working with apps And other devices from that manufacturer Or the specified partner only If used with general Zigbee devices Will not work
Zigbee uses 2.4 GHz waves, which are the same frequency as Wi-Fi and other connection standards, which may interfere with each other's work.
Z-Wave
Owner: Z-Wave Alliance / Silicon Labs
Frequency: 800-900 MHz *Thailand utilise 920 MHz
Range: Upto 100 metres (outdoor) / 30 metres (indoor)
Power Consumption: low
Data Speed: Upto 100 Kbps
Mesh Networking: Compatible
Hub/Gateway Required: Required
Matter Compatibility: Not directly (Can connect through supported hubs)
Works via Local Network (without Internet): Yes
Popular Categories: Lock / Sensor / Switch
Z-Wave began to be developed by Zensys in Denmark. It is a connection standard designed specifically for IoT or smart home systems. Designed to have a signal repeater (Only devices that use electricity all the time, do not use batteries), create a mesh network (Mesh) to make the signal cover the whole house. Or can use Zigbee repeater to expand the signal as well
Normally, Z-Wave devices (both controllers, sensors, and hubs) can work together all without limiting the brand. Each type of device will have the basic operating features.
Z-Wave uses a frequency of 800-900 MHz, which is different from other networks, helping to reduce the chance of stirring the signal with Wi-Fi or other devices that may use 2.4 GHz waves and can send signals far with low power consumption as well.
Some smart home hubs may support multi-standard connections, such as both Z-Wave and Zigbee, making it possible to work with both devices, and may cause all devices to work together.
Devices using Z-Wave
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