Look for the Matter logo on the packaging or product page. You can also search for your device on this site — if we have data on it, it's Matter-compatible.

Note that some older devices may receive Matter support through firmware updates. Check with your device manufacturer.

These are the ways a Matter device connects to your network:

• WiFi — Connects to your regular WiFi network. Common for plugs, bulbs, and larger devices. No extra hub needed.
• Thread — A low-power mesh network designed for smart home devices. Requires a Thread border router (built into many modern hubs like Apple TV 4K, HomePod Mini, or Google Nest Hub). Great for battery-powered devices.
• Ethernet — Wired connection. Rare, but offers the most reliable connection. Usually found in hubs and bridges.

Clusters are groups of related features that a device supports. Think of them as capability categories:

• On/Off cluster — The device can be turned on and off
• Level Control cluster — The device supports dimming or variable levels
• Color Control cluster — The device can change colors
• Temperature Measurement cluster — The device can report temperature

See the full glossary for more cluster explanations.

Server clusters are capabilities the device provides. A light bulb has an On/Off server cluster because it can be turned on and off.

Client clusters are capabilities the device uses from other devices. A smart switch might have an On/Off client cluster because it wants to control other devices' on/off state.

Most devices you interact with (bulbs, sensors, plugs) primarily have server clusters. Controllers and switches tend to have client clusters.

Binding allows two devices to communicate directly with each other, without going through your smart home hub.

Example: Example: If you bind a smart switch to a smart bulb, pressing the switch turns on the bulb instantly — even if your WiFi is down or your hub is offline.

Not all devices support binding. Devices with the "Binding" badge on this site have this capability.

The Matter specification defines which clusters are mandatory for each device type. If a device is missing required clusters, it means:

• The device may not be fully compliant with the spec
• The device might be using an older Matter version
• Some features may not work as expected with certain controllers

This doesn't necessarily mean the device is broken — it often still works fine, just without certain standardized features.

The data is crowdsourced from users of the Matter Binding Helper Home Assistant add-on. When users opt in, their device information is anonymously submitted to our database.

No. We only collect technical device information (vendor ID, product ID, supported features). We do not collect your name, location, network details, or any personally identifiable information.

We can only show devices that have been submitted by our contributors. If your device isn't listed, it either:

• Hasn't been submitted by anyone yet
• Is very new to the market
• Isn't Matter-compatible