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Homebridge 2.0 Adds Matter, Uniting Smart Homes
4 May
Summary
- Homebridge 2.0 now supports Matter, expanding smart home compatibility.
- It allows bridging Matter devices to Apple Home and other platforms.
- The update aims to fill gaps in Apple HomeKit device support.
Homebridge has officially launched version 2.0 on 2026-05-04, a significant update that integrates support for the Matter smart home standard. This release enables Homebridge to function as a Matter bridge, allowing Matter-compatible devices to be integrated into Apple Home. It also extends compatibility to other major smart home platforms, including Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings.
The update addresses existing gaps in Apple HomeKit's device support. For instance, Homebridge can now properly represent device types like robot vacuums in Apple Home, which previously had to masquerade as simpler devices. This functionality is crucial as Apple increasingly uses Matter for new device types, moving away from direct HomeKit integration.
Homebridge, a free, open-source Node.js server, can run on various devices and leverages a vast ecosystem of plugins to support thousands of smart home products. While Matter was initially seen as a potential replacement for Homebridge, the gradual rollout of Matter support by Apple and manufacturers has maintained Homebridge's relevance. The project's goal is a unified platform supporting both HomeKit and Matter through its extensive plugin library.
