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“The SwitchBot Hub 2 is the best IR controller hub for apartments — turns dumb ACs and TVs into smart devices instantly.”
The SwitchBot Hub 2 ($60) is recommended with a 8.3/10 consensus score across 9 expert reviews. Experts highlight ir blaster controls tvs, acs, fans without smart replacements and temperature and humidity sensor built in. Tom's Guide says: "The SwitchBot Hub 2 is the best IR controller hub for apartments — turns dumb AC..." Best for: Apartment automation, IR device control, SwitchBot ecosystem.
Recommended9 Expert Reviews
SwitchBot Hub 2
Smart Hubs
SHE ScoreVery Good
SmartHomeExplorer proprietary rating
7.6/10
9 expert sources
Compatibility Breadth6.3/10
Setup Ease5.7/10
Reliability6.9/10
Value Rating9.3/10
Future-Proofing10/10
The SwitchBot Hub 2 earns a SHE Score of 7.6/10, driven by strong future-proofing (10/10) with room to improve in setup ease (5.7/10). Based on 9 expert sources and SmartHomeExplorer compatibility analysis.
How we calculate the SHE Score →Expert Consensus: 8.3/10 across 9 sources
Last verified:“The SwitchBot Hub 2 is the best IR controller hub for apartments — turns dumb ACs and TVs into smart devices instantly.”
Key Features
- ✓ IR blaster
- ✓ Temperature sensor
- ✓ Matter support
- ✓ Multi-platform
Best For
Apartment automationIR device controlSwitchBot ecosystem
What Experts Agree On
What Experts Love
- ✓ IR blaster controls TVs, ACs, fans without smart replacements
- ✓ Temperature and humidity sensor built in
- ✓ Matter and Thread support for modern smart home
- ✓ Works with Alexa, Google, HomeKit, IFTTT
- ✓ SwitchBot ecosystem hub for Bot, Curtain, and other devices
Common Criticisms
- ✗ IR control is line-of-sight — needs clear path to devices
- ✗ SwitchBot ecosystem is proprietary
- ✗ Setup requires SwitchBot app
- ✗ Limited voice assistant response speed vs native devices
What The Experts Say
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“SwitchBot's Hub 2 bridges the gap between old IR appliances and modern smart home platforms.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the SwitchBot Hub 2 worth it?
SwitchBot Hub 2 earns a 8.3/10 consensus score across our 12 expert sources. It is rated "Recommended" — Apartment automation. At $60, The SwitchBot Hub 2 is the best IR controller hub for apartments — turns dumb ACs and TVs into smart devices instantly.
Who is the SwitchBot Hub 2 best for?
SwitchBot Hub 2 is best for: Apartment automation, IR device control, SwitchBot ecosystem. Experts rate it "Recommended" overall.
How does the SwitchBot Hub 2 compare to other Automation options?
Among the Automation products we have reviewed, SwitchBot Hub 2 ranks above average with a 8.3/10 score. SwitchBot's Hub 2 bridges the gap between old IR appliances and modern smart home platforms.
What smart home systems does the SwitchBot Hub 2 work with?
SwitchBot Hub 2 works with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Matter. Check our compatibility notes on the product page for any setup requirements or hub dependencies.
What are the pros and cons of the SwitchBot Hub 2?
The main pros of the SwitchBot Hub 2 are ir blaster controls tvs, acs, fans without smart replacements and temperature and humidity sensor built in. The main downside is ir control is line-of-sight — needs clear path to devices. Overall, experts rate it "Recommended" with a 8.3/10 consensus score.
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