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Aqara Hub M200 Matter device

Aqara

Hub M200

HM-G03E

Zigbee hub + Matter bridge · Thread border router

CSA record available

ThreadWi-FiEthernet

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This page lists 356 catalog entries whose recorded protocols include Thread; 191 have a verified US store link. 326 name Thread as their only Matter network, so each needs a Thread border router; the other 30 also list Wi-Fi or Ethernet, are Thread border routers themselves, reach Matter through a bridge, or have an unverified certificate record, so check the exact model. 325 have a CSA Matter certificate matched to the exact model. Our Matter hubs guide compares the border routers, and our Matter Thread devices guide the devices.

146 Matter certified products with a verified US store link list Thread as their Matter network. A Matter device that uses Thread needs a Thread border router in the home as well as your platform’s Matter controller; a Wi-Fi device needs only the Matter controller. Certified Thread devices by category →

As of . Counts are the catalog records this list filters; a CSA certificate counts only when it names the exact model, and a store link counts only when we verified it for the exact model. Sources: MatterCatalog: Matter certified devices sold in the US; CSA certified products database; How MatterCatalog checks (editorial policy).

Matter over Thread, in short

What is Thread?

The Thread Group, which maintains it: “Thread is a low-power and low-latency wireless mesh networking protocol built using open and proven standards.” It is one of the networks Matter runs on. Source

Matter vs Thread

Matter is the language devices use; Thread is one of the networks that carry it, along with Wi-Fi and Ethernet. So "Matter over Thread" means a Matter device that talks over a Thread mesh. Of the 716 Matter certified products we list with a US store link, 146 use Thread and 509 use Wi-Fi.

What you need

Two things: your platform's Matter controller, and a Thread border router in the home. Many controllers include a border router, but not all: Google, for example, lists the Nest Mini and Nest Audio as Matter hubs for Wi-Fi devices only. One border router is enough to start; Matter 1.4.2 requires border routers certified under it to support at least 150 devices. Border routers we list

Sources: Google · CSA: Matter 1.4.2

Which Matter devices use Thread?

Both carry the same Matter commands. Wi-Fi devices join your router and need no extra box. Thread devices form a low-power mesh and need a Thread border router; that suits battery devices. In our catalog, fans (36 of 57), locks (35 of 48), sensors (22 of 34) and blinds (6 of 9) mostly use Thread, while lighting (252 of 305), switches (61 of 71), plugs (48 of 55), robot vacuums (51 of 53) and thermostats (15 of 15) mostly use Wi-Fi (certified products with a US store link). Thread vs Wi-Fi, compared · Download the data

Certified Matter over Thread devices, by category

MatterCatalog lists 146 CSA certified Matter-over-Thread products with a verified US store link, in 9 categories; the largest are fans (36), locks (35) and lighting (27). A Thread device needs a Thread border router in the home, plus your platform’s Matter controller.

Certified Matter over Thread products sold in the US, by category
CategoryCertified Thread products
Fans36
Locks35
Lighting27
Sensors22
Switches9
Plugs7
Blinds6
Remotes & Buttons3
Climate1

Certified products on any network: Matter certified devices.

Thread border routers in our catalog

A Thread border router connects Thread devices to the rest of your home network. These 14 products are on the list because their maker or platform owner says so, in the words quoted (reviewed October 1, 2026; Apple and Google controllers checked October 6, 2026, some re-checked November 2, 2026).

ProductWhat its maker says
Aqara Hub M3“This enhancement makes the M3 a versatile Matter controller and Thread Border Router” Source
Aqara Hub M100“Aqara Hub M100 acts as a Thread Border Router and a Mesh Extender” Source
Aqara Hub M200“The M200 acts as a Thread border router, bridging it to your Wi-Fi or Ethernet network” Source
Aqara Thermostat Hub W200“It also acts as a Thread Border Router and Mesh Extender to increase the coverage, speed, and reliability of your Thread network.” Source
IKEA DIRIGERA hub“DIRIGERA includes Thread Border Router functionality to support them.” Source
Aeotec Smart Home Hub (works as a SmartThings hub)“Aeotec Smart Home Hub acts as border router in the Smart Home Thread network.” Source
MOES Matter Wired Gateway (MZHUB-MS)“It features a built-in Thread Border Router and Matter certification” Source
Apple HomePod mini“Thread-based accessories require a Thread-enabled home hub such as Apple TV 4K, HomePod (2nd generation), HomePod mini, or a compatible third-party Thread border router.” Source
Apple HomePod (2nd generation)“Compatible with HomeKit- or Matter-enabled Thread accessories only. Thread-based accessories require a Thread-enabled home hub, such as Apple TV 4K, HomePod (2nd generation), HomePod mini, or a third-party Thread border router.” Source
Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Ethernet, 128GB“Thread-enabled Matter accessories require a Thread-enabled home hub, such as HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Ethernet, or a supported third-party border router.” Source
Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)“Many of the hubs for Google Home have a Thread border router built-in to avoid the need for an additional hub device. The following hubs support Matter over both Wi-Fi and Thread:” Source
Google Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E)“Nest Wifi Pro has a built-in Thread border router to connect your Thread mesh network of smart devices to your Wi-Fi network.” Source
Google TV Streamer (4K)“Many of the hubs for Google Home have a Thread border router built-in to avoid the need for an additional hub device. The following hubs support Matter over both Wi-Fi and Thread:” Source
Google Home Speaker“Many of the hubs for Google Home have a Thread border router built-in to avoid the need for an additional hub device. The following hubs support Matter over both Wi-Fi and Thread:” Source

Not Thread border routers: Aqara Hub M2, SwitchBot Hub 2, SwitchBot Hub 3, SwitchBot AI Hub, Philips Hue Bridge, SONOFF Zigbee Bridge Ultra, Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen), Bosch Smart Kitchen Dock, ORVIBO MixPad X, ORVIBO MixPad 7, SONOFF iHost, SONOFF Bridge Max, SONOFF NSPanel Pro, TP-Link Tapo H500 Smart HomeBase, Tapo H200 Smart Hub, Tapo H100 Smart IoT Hub and Tapo H110 Smart IoT & IR Hub. We checked these products against their makers’ pages: a Matter bridge or controller is not necessarily a Thread border router. Speakers and displays with a Thread border router →

Thread vs Wi-Fi: Quick Comparison

FeatureThreadWi-Fi
What it isA low-power wireless mesh network. The Thread Group: “Thread is a low-power and low-latency wireless mesh networking protocol built using open and proven standards.”The Wi-Fi network your router already provides
Radio“Thread uses IEEE 802.15.4 radio technology on the 2.4 GHz spectrum, which can be deployed worldwide.”Your router’s Wi-Fi
Extra box neededA Thread border routerNone
Matter controller neededYes, your platform’sYes, your platform’s
Who extends the networkDevices that keep their radio on can route traffic for others; “sleepy” end devices, typically battery-powered, do not (Home Assistant)Your router or mesh Wi-Fi system
If one device fails“Thread networks have no single point of failure and include the ability to self-heal.”Devices depend on your router
CapacityBorder routers certified under Matter 1.4.2 must support at least 150 devices (CSA: Matter 1.4.2)Depends on your router
Certified products we list (US store link)146509

Thread quotes: Thread Group: Thread benefits.

Frequently asked questions

How many Matter devices use Thread?

This page lists 356 catalog entries whose recorded protocols include Thread; 191 have a verified US store link. 326 name Thread as their only Matter network, so each needs a Thread border router; the other 30 also list Wi-Fi or Ethernet, are Thread border routers themselves, reach Matter through a bridge, or have an unverified certificate record, so check the exact model. 325 have a CSA Matter certificate matched to the exact model. A Matter device that uses Thread needs a Thread border router in the home as well as your platform’s Matter controller; a Wi-Fi device needs only the Matter controller.

What should I confirm about a Thread listing?

Match the protocol information to the exact model and its setup documentation. Check whether it describes the retail device itself, a bridge or another component in the system.

Do I need a Thread border router?

Check the Thread device's setup requirements and confirm a compatible Thread border router is available. Verify the Matter controller role separately; an ecosystem brand name does not establish either role for every model.

What should I check when mixing Thread and Wi-Fi devices?

Confirm that your controller supports each exact device and its required features. Follow the network and setup guidance for both transports instead of assuming identical setup or performance.

What is Thread in smart home devices?

Thread is a low-power, low-latency wireless mesh network for smart home devices, built on IPv6. The Thread Group says Thread networks have no single point of failure and can heal themselves, and that Thread devices join larger IP networks without proprietary gateways.

What is the difference between Matter and Thread?

Matter is the smart home standard that defines how a device is described and controlled, so Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings can all use it; Thread is a low-power mesh network that carries Matter messages, and Wi-Fi and Ethernet are the other two. They are not alternatives: of the 716 Matter certified products with a US store link in our catalog, 146 list Thread and 509 list Wi-Fi as their network. Our Matter vs Zigbee vs Z-Wave guide compares them in detail.

Is Thread better than Wi-Fi for smart home?

They suit different devices. Google says battery-powered Thread devices last longer than battery-powered Wi-Fi devices, and that a Thread mesh can reach spots Wi-Fi struggles to reach. A Thread device needs a Thread border router; a Wi-Fi device joins your Wi-Fi network. Many homes use both.

How many Thread devices are Matter certified?

MatterCatalog lists 1,193 Thread catalog records (266 sold in the US) for devices that support Matter, from 219 brands, including Aqara, Deasino, Ltech, A-OK Technology, Tuya. 1,104 of the records have a CSA certificate on file; check each product page for its certification record.

Which devices in the catalog are Thread border routers?

MatterCatalog lists 14 products whose makers say they are Thread border routers: Aqara Hub M3; Aqara Hub M100; Aqara Hub M200; Aqara Thermostat Hub W200; IKEA DIRIGERA hub; Aeotec Smart Home Hub (works as a SmartThings hub); MOES Matter Wired Gateway (MZHUB-MS); Apple HomePod mini; Apple HomePod (2nd generation); Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Ethernet, 128GB; Google Nest Hub (2nd gen); Google Nest Wifi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E); Google TV Streamer (4K) and Google Home Speaker. Apple, Google and Amazon also make speakers, displays and streaming boxes with one; our smart speakers guide names those models.

What do I need for Matter over Thread devices?

Two things: your platform's Matter controller, and a Thread border router in the home. Many controllers include a border router, but not all: Google, for example, lists the Nest Mini and Nest Audio as Matter hubs for Wi-Fi devices only. One border router is enough to start; Matter 1.4.2 requires border routers certified under it to support at least 150 devices.

Can Thread devices work with Alexa, Google Home, and HomeKit?

Matter devices that use Thread can be added to Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Samsung SmartThings when the platform supports the device type and the home has a Thread border router. A Thread device that does not support Matter works only with the platforms its maker lists.

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