SwitchBot Hub 3 Review: The Ultimate Smart Remote with Built-In Dial and Sensors

Hello, I’m Itsuki (@saigalog), enjoying a comfortable home with smart devices.

It’s finally here, the latest model in the SwitchBot series, the “Hub 3”!

Honestly, I used to think, “Aren’t all smart remotes basically the same?” …but this one was on a whole different level.

Not only can it control infrared remotes, but with Matter support, it can also centrally manage smart home devices from other brands.

On top of that, you can adjust the temperature with a dial, and it even comes equipped with motion, temperature/humidity, and illuminance sensors, making it versatile enough to automatically detect your home’s conditions and operate accordingly.

This time, I actually used the Hub 3 myself, so I’ll give you an honest review—from the points where I thought “This is convenient!” to the areas where you might think, “This could be a concern?”

If you’re considering building a smart home, this is a must-check!

This article was created with a product provided by the manufacturer.

What’s Included with the SwitchBot Hub 3

The outer box of the “SwitchBot Hub 3” features a simple design with a white base.

The back lists examples of integration with other products in the series.

The following items are included in the box.

The cable with built-in temperature and humidity sensor supports USB Type-C to A, and a temperature and humidity sensor is built into the middle of the cable.

The 5V/2A adapter supports USB Type-A, and the specifications are listed on the side.

The double-sided tape can be attached to the main unit to secure it to a wall or other surface.

Screws and anchors for mounting on a wall or similar surface are included.

The base with the stand attached is unified in the same black color as the main unit.

SwitchBot Hub 3 Specifications

The “SwitchBot Hub 3” is a next-generation smart remote equipped with a thermometer/hygrometer and buttons, and it also supports Matter.

The main unit specifications are as follows.

Product Name	SwitchBot Hub 3
Dimensions	126 × 94 × 29 (mm)
Weight	186 g
Material	PC+ABS+Aluminum alloy
Type-C Port 1 (Input)	5V 2A
Type-C Port 2 (Output)	5V 500mA
Wi-Fi	802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz)
Temperature/Humidity Sensor	Minimum display: 0.1℃, 1%RH Temperature measurement range: -20℃ to 80℃ Humidity measurement range: 0 to 99%RH Temperature accuracy: -20.0℃ to 0.0℃ (±0.4℃) 0.0℃ to 65.0℃ (±0.2℃) 65.0℃ to 80.0℃ (±0.3℃) Humidity accuracy: 0 to 10%RH (±3%RH) 10 to 90%RH (±2%RH) 90 to 99%RH (±3%RH)

Design

The “SwitchBot Hub 3” features a cool design unified in black.

There is a display on the top, and customizable physical buttons such as a home button on the bottom.

You can adjust various connected devices by turning the dial.

There is an infrared sub-transmitter on the upper side.

The lower side is completely plain with no particular decorations.

The product specifications are listed on the back.

Here’s how it looks from the side.

When attached to the stand and base, it can be placed at an angle.

Size and Weight

The size of the “SwitchBot Hub 3” is 126 × 94 mm.

Thickness is 29 mm.

Compared to a smartphone (iPhone 15 Pro), the size looks like this.

Its compact size allows it to be installed anywhere.

The main unit weighs 186 g, and the stand & base weigh 119 g.

Features

You can register infrared remote controls such as for air conditioners and TVs.

Display Settings allow you to customize what appears on the display.

Device & Scene Management lets you manage other SwitchBot devices and scenes, and assign them to buttons.

Settings allow you to check and change various options such as Wi-Fi and alarm settings.

You can check and change the name, Wi-Fi settings, alert settings, and more.

You can also perform temperature and humidity calibration by following the on-screen instructions.

Third-Party Services allow you to connect with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and more.

NFC allows you to set actions when using NFC tags.

You can also use it in integration with Matter.

SwitchBot Hub 3 Review Summary

In this article, we covered “[SwitchBot Hub 3 Review] Equipped with a Dial & Sensors, the Ultimate Smart Remote Arrives.”

Packed with this many features, the price is in the upper ¥10,000 range.

Honestly, at first I wondered if it might be a bit expensive. But after using it, my impression changed to “this might actually be a bargain,” as it noticeably made daily life more comfortable.

Whether you’re taking your first step into smart home automation or have felt that previous smart remotes were lacking, this is a device I can confidently recommend!