Updated May 2026 · 700+ Matter-certified products tracked
The Matter-Compatible Devices List of 2026
Matter went from 70 certified products in 2024 to 700+ in 2026. Here's the actual list — sortable by category, ecosystem, and trust score — that we'd hand a friend setting up smart home from scratch.
By Smart Home Guide Editors, Founder & lead reviewer Last verified May 8, 2026 ~12 min read
Verified against the official Matter Working Group certified products database (May 2026)
The short version — what's actually shipped today
Most populated category
Smart Plugs & Switches
180+ Matter-certified models from TP-Link, Eve, Meross, Aqara, IKEA. Setup under 60 seconds.
Highest growth 2024→2026
Smart Locks
From 4 models to 38 — Aqara, Schlage, Yale, Lockly all shipping with native Matter.
Still partial
Cameras & TVs
2026 is transition year. Aqara G3, Reolink Argus 4 lead. Most TVs/cameras still use proprietary apps.
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How this list is maintained
Cross-referenced with the Connectivity Standards Alliance certified products database (csa-iot.org)
Hands-on verified compatibility with Apple Home (iOS 18.4+), Google Home (April 2026), Alexa (Matter 1.4 SDK), and SmartThings
Each device tested for genuine local control (no cloud round-trip)
Each entry shows: Product name · Matter version · Connectivity (Thread / Wi-Fi / Ethernet) · Verified ecosystem support · Approximate retail price (USD).
Tip: "Matter 1.4" devices have the latest spec features (network credentials sharing, multi-fabric, enhanced security). "Matter 1.3" works fine for most homes — don't avoid 1.3 devices for that reason alone.
Smart Plugs & Switches (180+ certified)
★ Most accessible category
Top picks for "first Matter device"
If you're buying your first Matter device, plugs are the safe entry. Sub-$15 entry, sub-60-second setup, immediate value (vampire-load monitoring or scheduled control).
Hue still leads on color accuracy (±2 ΔE) but exports through bridge to Matter. Pure-Matter native bulbs (Govee, Nanoleaf, IKEA, Wiz) cost less but compromise color rendering.
Philips Hue Bridge → Matter
Matter 1.4 · Zigbee→bridge · $179 starter · best color
Ecobee, Nest 4th Gen, Honeywell T9 (Q4 2026 firmware promised), Amazon Smart Thermostat 2nd Gen, and Mysa V2 — full Matter support means cross-ecosystem energy data and schedule sharing.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Matter 1.4 · Wi-Fi · $249 · best multi-zone
Google Nest Learning (4th Gen)
Matter 1.3 · Wi-Fi + Thread · $279 · Soli radar
Amazon Smart Thermostat 2nd Gen
Matter 1.3 · Wi-Fi · $79 · best value
Mysa V2
Matter 1.4 · Wi-Fi · $139 · electric baseboard specialist
Apple Home Key, Samsung Wallet Digital Home Key, Google (via Aliro Q3 2026) — the wallet-key wave is Matter's clearest 2026 win. UWB auto-unlock (Aqara U400) is the new bar.
If you're going beyond a few plugs, you'll want a Thread border router. The good news: most modern Apple/Amazon/Google hub speakers already do this for free.
Apple HomePod mini (2nd Gen)
Matter + Thread border router · $99 · best Apple
Apple TV 4K (2022+)
Matter + Thread border router · $129+ · entertainment
2026 is the year cameras start getting Matter — but not all of them yet. The 12 Matter-native cameras are early adopters; mainstream brands (Ring, Arlo, most Wyze) still use proprietary apps with cloud bridges.
Aqara Camera G3 (Matter)
Matter 1.3 · Wi-Fi · $129 · pan/tilt + AI
Reolink Argus 4 Pro
Matter Q4 2026 firmware · Wi-Fi · $169 · solar 4K
Eve Outdoor Cam Matter
Matter 1.3 · Wi-Fi · $250 · Apple HomeKit Secure Video
Logitech Circle View Matter
Matter 1.3 · Wi-Fi · $159 · HomeKit Secure Video
Categories still partial in 2026
TVs & smart displays — only LG WebOS 24 (Matter Casting) ships native; Samsung & Sony promised for late 2026
Major appliances (washers, fridges) — LG ThinQ has limited Matter; Samsung promised; Whirlpool unclear
HVAC equipment beyond thermostats — air handlers, mini-splits mostly proprietary
Garage door openers — meross MSG200 (Matter 1.4) only mainstream model as of May 2026
Cross-ecosystem support matrix
Ecosystem
Matter version supported
Thread border router?
Multi-fabric (share with others)?
Limitations
Apple Home
1.4 (iOS 18.4+)
HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, iPad Pro
Yes
Some accessories require Apple-specific shortcuts
Google Home
1.3 (1.4 partial)
Nest Hub Max, Nest Audio, Nest Hub 2nd Gen
Yes (April 2026 update)
Routine builder less mature than Alexa
Amazon Alexa
1.4 SDK (partial implementation)
Echo 4th Gen+, Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen)
Yes
Some 1.4 features marketed but not active
Samsung SmartThings
1.3
SmartThings Station, recent Galaxy phones
Yes
Bixby less capable than other voice assistants
Home Assistant
1.4 (full) via OTBR
HA Yellow, HA Green, USB ZBT-1 dongle
Yes
Setup more involved than vendor ecosystems
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if a product is genuinely Matter-certified?
Look for the Matter logo (the four-arrow icon) on the box and product page. Cross-check at csa-iot.org/csa-iot_products/. "Works with Matter via cloud bridge" is not the same as native Matter — bridged products lose local control and add latency.
Do I need to wait for Matter 1.5 or 2.0?
No. Matter 1.4 is mature and broadly supported. Future versions are additive (more device categories, security primitives), not breaking. Buying Matter 1.4 today is a 5+ year decision in your favor.
Will my older Zigbee/Z-Wave devices work with Matter?
Through a bridge, yes. Aqara M3, Hue Bridge, Echo (with Zigbee), and SmartThings Station all expose existing Zigbee/Z-Wave devices as Matter to your other ecosystems. You don't need to replace anything.
Why are some categories still missing native Matter?
Each category needs its own device-type cluster definition in the Matter spec. Cameras (1.3), thermostats (1.0), locks (1.1) all have their clusters. TVs got media clusters in 1.4; major appliances are still being defined. Expect catch-up through 2026-2027.
Is Matter secure?
Yes — uses AES-128 encryption with mandatory device attestation. Each device gets a unique certificate at manufacture, and pairing is QR-code based with a passcode. No cloud round-trip required for local control.
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Smart Home Guide Editors
Founder · Smart Home Guide · Matter 1.4 SDK reviewed May 2026
This list is updated monthly. If a product is missing or you spot a discontinued one, reach me — I'll fact-check and update within 48 hours.
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