SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier

The SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier from SwitchBot connects to your smart home over Wi-Fi. It joins your existing network directly, without a Thread Border Router or extra hub, and your Matter controller reaches it through your home router.

Wi-Fi Band

Most Matter Wi-Fi devices only connect on 2.4 GHz. If your router combines 2.4 and 5 GHz under one SSID, split them to avoid issues.

Same Network

Your phone, your controller and the device must be on the same network. Guest networks and separate VLANs can block Matter.

Power Use

Wi-Fi uses more power than Thread, so most Matter over Wi-Fi devices run on mains power instead of batteries.

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Matter Version

Matter 1.4

The SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier is certified on Matter 1.4, released in November 2024. It added solar panels, batteries, heat pumps, water heaters and home routers with Thread built in. It also brought energy management, easier multi-platform setup and longer battery life for sensors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier need a smart hub?

Yes, but only a Matter controller from your platform, not a separate bridge. The SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier connects straight to your home network. The controller can be an Apple home hub, a Google Nest speaker, an Amazon Echo or Home Assistant.

Does the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier work without internet?

Yes. Matter runs on your local network, so the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier keeps working when your internet goes down. Remote access, voice assistants and some SwitchBot cloud features may still need a working connection.

Does the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier work with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant?

Yes. The SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier is Matter certified, so it works with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant, as long as the platform supports Humidifier, Humidity devices. Support for newer device types can differ per platform.

Do I need the SwitchBot app to use the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier?

No. Any Matter hub can set up and control the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier without the SwitchBot app. Some advanced features may not be part of Matter yet, so settings like firmware updates or special modes can still require the SwitchBot app.

How do I set up the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier?

Open your smart home app, choose to add a device and scan the Matter QR code on the SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier or its packaging. You can also type in the 11-digit Matter code instead. The app guides you through the rest. Keep the code safe, you need it again after a reset.