Smart home platforms like Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa give you a simple way to sync all your smart devices. However, not all products work with every platform. For example, your video doorbell might only be compatible with Google, while your smart display is built for Alexa. In the past, this meant the two could never really interact. But thanks to Matter, that’s a thing of the past. Products that offer Matter support can work across a variety of platforms, allowing previously siloed devices to finally chat.
The key thing here, however, is that your device needs to be Matter compatible. And while the interoperability standard continues to gain momentum and roll out to more products, not everything supports the feature. If you’re interested in checking it out, here’s a look at the best Matter products of 2025. From smart displays and window sensors to smart speakers and thermostats, there are plenty of options to choose from.
For a full list of Matter-compatible gadgets, head over to the official Matter website. We’ve seen massive adoption of the technology over the past few years, so there’s a good chance your favorite devices now support Matter.
Just like Amazon, Google pushed a Matter update to many of its devices at the tail end of 2022. The Nest Hub was included in that wave of updates, giving the popular smart display the ability to interact with other Matter devices. Google Assistant is just as powerful as ever, and the vibrant 7-inch display lets you stream your favorite shows, load up your calendar, play music, or get a quick tutorial on how to cook up a new dish.
Need something a bit larger than your standard smart display? Check out the Amazon Echo Show 15, which boasts a gorgeous 15-inch display and fully supports Matter. It’s a bit expensive, but you won’t find many other products offering the size and functionality of the Echo Show 15.
Now that the Eve Door & Window Sensor supports Matter, keeping your home secure has never been easier. Beyond knowing whether your doors (or windows) are open or shut, you can trigger various events based on their status — such as turning on lights or shutting off your furnace. You’ll need to join the Early Access program to make use of the features, but that’s a minor inconvenience for a lot of nifty smart home tech.
Another entry on this list, another smart speaker to discuss. This class of products has been widely updated to support Matter, as they serve as central hubs for most smart homes. The Apple HomePod mini rounds out the big three (Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri), giving you the option to use just about any ecosystem as the center of your Matter-connected smart home. Siri might not be quite as versatile as the competition, but no doubt iOS fans will be glad to have the new functionality offered by Matter.
Take everything that makes the HomePod mini so great, mix them together with a larger design and better speakers, and you’ve built the new HomePod. The latest member of Apple’s smart home family offers full support for Matter, making it a great central pillar for anyone piecing together a connected network of devices. Beyond Matter, you’ll benefit from high-fidelity audio powered by a four-inch high-excursion woofer, five tweeters, and Spatial Audio along with Room sensing to optimize performance based on the acoustics of your home. It’s not cheap, clocking in at $299, but few Matter products are as powerful and versatile as the HomePod.
If you’re looking for a Matter-enabled smart thermostat, look no further than the popular Google Nest Thermostat. It’s the first product in its class to gain support for Matter, and seeing as it’s a well-reviewed (and reasonably affordable) gadget, it’s an easy recommendation for anyone looking to built the ultimate smart home. With the ability to automatically adjust temperatures to help you save money, an easy installation process, and a robust smartphone app, the Nest Thermostat is a great way to upgrade from a traditional thermostat.
The Aqara Smart Lock U100 was one of the first smart locks to offer Matter support. It’s also one of the best. Featuring a built-in fingerprint sensor, a keypad to enter a personalized password, and even support for Apple home keys, there’s no shortage of ways to interact with this smart lock. It’s also one of the better-looking locks available today, thanks to a minimalist design with muted blacks and silvers. Toss in additional support for Alexa and Google Home, and you’ve got a well-rounded smart home product that should fit right in with the rest of your setup.
Not only is the Echo Pop affordable at just $40, but it also packs in support for both Amazon Alexa and Matter. This makes it one of the most compelling smart speakers of 2023 for budget-conscious shoppers. Its audio quality can’t quite keep pace with other Matter-enabled smart speakers on this list (like the HomePod and HomePod mini), but it works great as a hub that won’t break the bank. It’s also available in a wide range of colors, giving you an easy way to personalize your home.
With a simple design, great price, and full support for Matter, the Tapo Smart Plug Mini is one of the best smart plugs around. This no-frills device comes with a single button on its side, allowing you to turn the outlet on or off at will. More importantly, it works with a companion smartphone app to give you remote control of whatever appliance is plugged into it. You can even set schedules and timers to automatically toggle the smart plug at set intervals. Along with Matter, the Tapo Smart Plug Mini supports Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings.
Designed specifically for the holiday season ,but perfectly suitable for year-round use, the Nanoleaf Matter Smart Holiday String Lights are among the best smart lights with Matter support. Each box includes a 20-meter string with 250 addressable LEDs. You can swap between prebuilt themes using the Nanoleaf app, or you can choose from over 16 million colors to create your own patterns. They also support voice commands, can sync with nearby music, and are durable enough for outdoor use. Consider using them to decorate a tree or banister around the holidays before moving them to a basement or entertainment room for a bit of flair throughout the rest of the year.
Installing smart shades isn’t just expensive, it’s also time-consuming. Most products cost well over $300 depending on your exact dimensions, and getting them installed either requires plenty of DIY skills or a lengthy professional install. Instead, consider checking out the SwitchBot Curtain – which can be installed in minutes and costs less than $100.
Now offering full support for Matter, the SwitchBot Curtain allows you to open and close your shades remotely. It’s also been revised to be quieter than outgoing models, with an operating noise of around 25 decibels (depending on your track type). Along with an included remote control, you can program timers for your shades to open or close throughout the day or give them simple voice commands.
It’s still a bit bulky – and you’ll need multiple units for covering areas longer than three meters – but if you’re looking for an affordable smart shades solution with Matter support, this is an easy recommendation.
If you’ve been wanting to add smart shades to your home but aren’t keen on spend thousands of dollars for a customized installation, the SwitchBot Roller Shades are an excellent alternative. Available in a variety of sizes, all of which are highly adjustable, they can fit just about any window. Installation can be tricky, as you’ll need to carefully measure your window and cut the fabric yourself (and the instructions can be murky at times). But once they’re installed, they’re an excellent addition to most homes.
Keep in mind that you’ll need to bundle in the SwitchBot Hub 2 for full Matter support. Without the hub, you can use a mobile app or physical buttons to control the shades.
The Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro X Sound By JBL is one of the most interesting smart lights around. Combining the power of a Bluetooth JBL speaker with the dancing lights that have made Govee so popular, it’s a fun companion for your next party. Aside from connectivity for Alexa, Google Assistant, and Matter, one of the coolest features is its built-in ability to sync with your music.
You’ll find dozens of preset lighting options on the lamp, including many that will automatically sync with music. There’s no need to toggle any settings or muck around with complicated set up — just stream your music to the device, activate the right preset, and you’ll have a lamp that’s dancing to the beat. If you’d prefer to create your own lightshow, there are millions of colors to choose from, giving you an almost overwhelming amount of control over its performance.
The biggest drawback of the Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro? Its price. Clocking in at $180, it’s a bit steep. But there’s really not much else like it on the market — and with top-notch construction, performance, and Matter support, it’s certainly worth a closer look.
Jon Bitner is a writer covering consumer electronics, technology, and gaming. His work has been published on various websites beyond Digital Trends, including The Wall Street Journal, Metacritic, GameSpot, and Slickdeals. He holds a degree in Biology and previously worked as a Medical Editor.
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