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Athom's Homey software achieves Matter 1.5 certification, expanding smart home device support
Key points
- Homey software is now Matter 1.5 certified.
- Adds native support for EV chargers, heat pumps, solar panels, and major appliances.
- Firmware version 13.3.0 delivers the Matter 1.5 update.
- Homey bridges Zigbee, Z-Wave, and other protocols to Matter.
- Homey Pro and mini include Thread Border Routers.
Matter 1.5 Certification for Homey
Athom announced that its Homey software component has achieved Matter 1.5 certification. This certification applies to the Homey Pro (2023 — 2026), Homey Pro mini, and the Homey Self Hosted Server. The update is delivered via firmware version 13.3.0.
Expanded Device Support
The Matter 1.5 update introduces native support for new energy-focused hardware categories. These include electric vehicle (EV) chargers, heat pumps, solar panels, and major appliances. This expansion allows Homey to integrate and manage a broader range of smart home devices directly within the Matter ecosystem.
Bridging Legacy Protocols
Homey's multi-protocol architecture supports Zigbee, Z-Wave, infrared, Bluetooth, 433 MHz, and Wi-Fi. Through the Matter Bridge app, Homey can expose non-Matter devices to platforms such as Apple Home/HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings, and Home Assistant. This functionality allows users to integrate their existing smart home devices, regardless of their native protocol, into Matter-compatible systems.
Thread Border Router Integration
Homey Pro and Homey Pro mini models feature built-in Thread Border Routers. For self-hosted instances, Matter over Thread accessories can be integrated by utilizing an available local Thread Border Router network. This provides flexibility for users to connect Thread-based devices within their Homey setup.
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Athom has secured Matter 1.5 certification for its Homey software, which runs on Homey Pro, Homey Pro mini, and Homey Self Hosted Server. This update enables native support for new energy-focused hardware categories and enhances the bridging of non-Matter devices to various smart home platforms, making a wider range of existing devices compatible with Matter ecosystems.