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Smart Home · Smart Light Sockets

Do smart light sockets need a hub?

Reviewer consensus

Most of the Wi-Fi smart sockets in this roundup (LoraTap, QIACHIP, AICase) connect directly to a 2.4GHz network and pair with Alexa and Google Assistant without a separate hub. Zigbee or Matter-over-Thread models typically do need a compatible bridge or border router, so confirm the protocol before buying if you want hub-free operation.

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