SwitchBot offers a variety of unique smart home solutions, including curtain openers, button pushers, and humidifiers. However, to maximize the functionality of these devices, you'll need to set up one of SwitchBot's smart hubs, such as the SwitchBot Hub 2.

By adding a hub to your setup, you not only gain the ability to remotely control your accessories outdoors, but also unlock additional features like IR beam capabilities. In this article, we'll guide you through the simple process of setting up your SwitchBot Hub 2.

What is the SwitchBot Hub 2?

The SwitchBot Hub 2 plays a crucial role in the SwitchBot ecosystem of smart home accessories. It acts as a bridge, connecting the company's Bluetooth-based smart accessories to the Internet by connecting to your home's Wi-Fi network.

With the Hub 2, you can control accessories like the premium SwitchBot Smart Door Lock from anywhere in the world using the SwitchBot app on iOS and Android. The app allows you to group multiple accessories into scenes, automate actions, and integrate them with other platforms.

While SwitchBot's hub may seem like a standard one, it stands out with several additional features. Firstly, it includes built-in temperature and humidity sensors, providing easily visible readings on its display. Secondly, the SwitchBot Hub 2 functions as an IR blaster for controlling older devices such as TVs, air conditioners, and fireplaces using the app or voice assistants. Lastly, it supports the Matter smart home standard, enabling compatibility with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit.

How to Set Up Your SwitchBot Hub 2

Setting up the SwitchBot Hub 2 is a straightforward process:

1. Plug in your SwitchBot Hub 2 using the included USB cable.
2. Wait for the display and indicator lights to activate.
3. Download and launch the SwitchBot app on your mobile device.
4. Swipe through the introduction prompts and tap "Get Started."
5. Tap "Go to setup."
6. Review and grant necessary permissions.
7. Tap the "Hey! Tap here to login!" knob.
8. Sign in to your existing account or create a new one.
9. After signing in, tap "Home" on the navigation bar.
10. Tap "Add a device."
11. Select "Hub 2" from the list or scroll down if it's not detected.
12. Press and hold the two action buttons on your SwitchBot Hub until the indicator light flashes.
13. Tap "Next."
14. Enter your home Wi-Fi network credentials and tap "Next."
15. Provide a name for your hub, assign it to a room, and tap "Save."
16. Tap "OK" to complete the installation process.

Now that your SwitchBot Hub 2 is set up, you can add your SwitchBot and IR devices. Additionally, you have the convenience of Matter connectivity to integrate your devices with your preferred smart home platform.

Power Up Your Smart Home With The SwitchBot Hub 2

As demonstrated, the SwitchBot Hub 2 allows for remote connectivity and unleashes the true potential of smart home devices outside the home. With its IR beam capabilities, the hub also revitalizes older infrared devices, enabling you to include them in your smart home scenes and automations.