Smart Home · Zigbee / Z-Wave Hubs
Do I need a separate Zigbee hub if I already have an Echo or SmartThings hub?
Reviewer consensus
Not always. Newer Echo devices and SmartThings/Aeotec hubs include a Zigbee radio and can pair compatible bulbs and sensors directly. Standalone hubs like Hubitat or a SONOFF Zigbee dongle paired with Home Assistant are typically chosen by users who want local control, richer automations, or Z-Wave support that the built-in Echo radios don't provide.