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No, Smart Life does not natively support Apple HomeKit. It never has. The app runs on Tuya’s platform, and Tuya has never pursued the “Works with HomeKit” certification – partly because of Apple’s strict MFi requirements, partly because they’ve built their own ecosystem around Alexa and Google Assistant instead. If you were hoping to just … Read more
Short answer: yes, but it took a while to get here. Roomba now supports Apple HomeKit natively via Matter – no Homebridge required – though only on select models. If you have an older robot, the workaround route is still an option. The Amazon Deal That Never Happened (And What Did) The post you may … Read more
Yes, eero works with Apple HomeKit – but it is a router, not a smart home device, and that distinction matters for what HomeKit actually controls. eero functions as a HomeKit Secure Router on select models, meaning the Apple Home app can manage network-level security for your HomeKit accessories, not control the eero itself like … Read more
No. Dyson fans do not natively support Apple HomeKit. Dyson has never added HomeKit support to any of its fans, and as of 2026 there is no indication that is changing. If you want to control a Dyson fan through the Home app or Siri, you are going to need a workaround. What Dyson Actually … Read more
Vivint does not natively support Apple HomeKit. There is no official integration, no HomeKit certification on any Vivint hardware, and Vivint has not signaled any plans to add one. If you are shopping for a security system with first-class HomeKit support, Vivint is not it. That said, there is a working workaround using Homebridge – … Read more
Yes – but only on the Kasa products that ship with Matter. TP-Link spent years refusing to pay Apple’s MFi tax, which is why Kasa was Alexa-and-Google country for most of its life. Matter ended that argument. The Matter-certified Kasa plugs, switches, and dimmers pair straight into Apple Home over Wi-Fi using a QR code. … Read more
Z-Wave is not natively compatible with Apple HomeKit. The two protocols speak completely different languages, and Apple has never added Z-Wave support to the HomeKit spec. If you want Z-Wave devices showing up in Apple Home and responding to Siri, you need a hub in the middle to translate. The good news: this is a … Read more
Home Assistant wins on device compatibility, local control, and long-term flexibility. Apple HomeKit wins on simplicity, polish, and Siri integration. The right pick depends almost entirely on how much setup work you’re willing to do. What Is Home Assistant? Home Assistant is a free, open-source home automation platform that runs locally on your own hardware … Read more