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Device types, each split into subtypes

Updated October 20, 2026

What kinds of smart home devices are there?

Smart home devices sorted by what they do: appliances, blind and curtain motors, climate devices, controls, DIY devices, hubs and gateways, lighting devices, power devices, security devices, sensors and water devices. Each type splits into subtypes.

Types

Device types

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Device types
Type	Subtypes	Devices	Current
Appliances	AI voice recorder, Cordless vacuum, Digital frame, Dishwasher, Household robot, Kitchen appliance, Pet feeder	56	46
Blinds and curtains	Curtain motor, Shade motor	45	44
Climate	Air purifier, Fan, Humidifier, Thermostat	166	140
Controls	Button, Cube controller, Remote	122	97
DIY	Development board	6	6
Hubs	Architectural speaker, Audio receiver, Bridge, Hub, Radio module, Range extender, Router, Smart display, Smart speaker, Soundbar, Streaming box, Subwoofer, USB radio, Voice satellite	260	195
Lighting	Bulb, Ceiling light, Floor lamp, Lamp, LED driver, Light bar, Light panel, Light strip, Light sync device, Outdoor light, Pendant light, Rope light, Spotlight, String light, Table lamp, Wall light	756	657
Power	Energy display, Energy meter, Home battery, Plug, Power strip, Relay module, Switch	552	474
Security	Access hub, Access reader or intercom, Accessory, AI add-on, Camera, Camera viewer, Chime, Door access kit, Doorbell, Garage door opener, Keypad, Lock, Network video recorder, Pet door, Safe, Siren or alarm speaker, Tracker	874	739
Sensors	Air quality sensor, Contact sensor, Distance sensor, Glass break sensor, Leak sensor, Light level sensor, Lightning detector, Motion sensor, Pool water monitor, Presence sensor, Radon detector, Scale, Smoke or gas detector, Soil moisture sensor, Tank level sensor, Temperature and humidity sensor, Vibration sensor, Weather station	377	326
Water	Flow meter, Shower controller, Smart faucet, Sprinkler controller, Valve controller	72	65