Matter Smart Home Products in Singapore. How Does It Matter?

What Is Matter and Why It Matters for Smart Homes

The Matter smart home standard is the industry’s biggest step toward fixing one of the longest-standing issues in smart home setups: cross-brand compatibility.

Launched by the Connectivity Standards Alliance and backed by Apple, Google, Amazon, and Samsung, Matter allows smart home devices to work seamlessly across platforms like Apple Home, Google Home, and SmartThings. It promises local control, higher privacy, and a more future-proof setup.

Before you buy any Matter-compatible product, it's important to understand the different types of Matter devices and how they work.

Types of Matter Smart Home Devices

Matter Over Wi-Fi

These devices connect directly to your home Wi-Fi and support Matter natively.

Requirements:

• A Matter controller like Google Nest Hub, Apple HomePod mini, or Homey Pro

• A stable Wi-Fi connection

Available in Singapore:

• TP-Link Tapo P100M smart plug

• Nanoleaf Essentials smart bulb

• SwitchBot Hub 2 (for bridging SwitchBot devices)

Matter Over Thread

Thread is a low-power wireless mesh network designed for smart homes. It is ideal for sensors and battery-powered devices.

Requirements:

• A Thread Border Router (HomePod mini, Nest Hub 2nd Gen, or Homey Pro)

Available in Singapore:

• Nanoleaf Essentials bulb and lightstrip

• Eve Door & Window and Eve Motion sensor

Matter via Bridge

Bridging allows existing Zigbee or Bluetooth devices to become Matter-compatible via a supported hub. This is useful if you already use platforms like Aqara, Hue, or SwitchBot.

Requirements:

• A Matter-certified bridge such as:

  • Aqara Hub M3

  • Philips Hue Bridge

  • SwitchBot Hub 2

Available in Singapore:

• Aqara H1 and D1 wall switches

• Aqara motion, door, and temperature sensors

• Philips Hue bulbs and dimmer switches

• SwitchBot Bot, Curtain, Meter, etc.

What You Need to Build a Matter Smart Home in Singapore

Matter Controller : To add and manage Matter devices.Examples: Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen), Apple HomePod mini, Homey Pro.

Thread Border Router : Only needed if you're using Thread-based devices like Eve or Nanoleaf.Examples: HomePod mini, Nest Hub.

Wi-Fi Network : Required for all Matter over Wi-Fi devices. Ensure your router has stable coverage.

Matter Bridge (Optional) : Needed if you want to connect Zigbee or Bluetooth devices to your Matter ecosystem.Examples: Aqara Hub M3, Philips Hue Bridge, SwitchBot Hub 2.

Matter Smart Home Products Available in Singapore

Smart Plugs

Tapo P110M

TP-Link Tapo P110M

Works with Matter over Wi-Fi. Sold on Shopee and at Challenger.

Smart Bulbs

Nanoleaf Essentials Bulb

Nanoleaf Essential Lightstrip

Nanoleaf Essentials Bulb & Lightstrip

Thread-based smart lighting. Available at iStudio and Shopee. Requires a Thread Border Router.

Smart Switches

Aqara H1 Switches

Aqara D1 Switches

Aqara H1 and D1

Zigbee-based switches that can be connected to Matter via the Aqara Hub M3. Sold via Homesmart.sg, Automate Asia, Shopee.

Smart Sensors

Tapo Door Sensor

Tapo Motion Sensor

Tapo Motion Sensor and Door Sensor

Thread-enabled and ideal for Apple users. Available via Lazada and Apple resellers.

Aqara Door Sensor P2

Aqara Motion Sensor P2

Aqara Temperature Sensor T1

Aqara P2 Motion, Door, Temperature Sensors

Zigbee sensors that will work with Matter through Aqara Hub M3. Available on Shopee and from local distributors.

Matter Controllers and Hubs

Apple Homepod Mini

Apple HomePod mini

Acts as both Matter controller and Thread Border Router. Available at iStudio and Courts.

Google Nest Hub 2nd Gen

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen)

Supports Matter and Thread. Available on Shopee and Google Store Singapore.

Homey Pro 2023

Homey Pro 2023

Multiprotocol controller with support for Matter, Thread, Zigbee, Z-Wave, 433MHz. Available from Automate Asia.

Philips Hue Bridge

Philips Hue Bridge

Enables Matter support for Hue bulbs. Available via Shopee and major electronics retailers.

SwitchBot Hub 2

SwitchBot Hub 2

Adds Matter compatibility to SwitchBot devices. Sold on Shopee and Lazada.

Conclusion: Should You Start a Matter Smart Home in Singapore?

Matter offers a unified standard to simplify your smart home experience. It’s a promising development for homeowners who want flexibility, better device support, and less reliance on brand-specific ecosystems.

If you’re new to smart homes, starting with a Matter Wi-Fi plug or bulb is a safe way to explore. For more advanced control, platforms like Homey Pro offer robust multi-protocol integration including Matter, Thread, Zigbee, and Z-Wave — all in one place.

Ready to Build a Smarter Home?

At Automate Asia, we offer consultation, design, and integration services tailored to your home. Whether you're just starting out with a single Matter plug or planning a whole-home system with Homey Pro, we’re here to help.

Reach out to us at automate.asia or browse our product range at threecubes.com.sg.

Let’s make smart home living work the way it should — with less friction, more flexibility, and future-ready tech.