Tuya Smart Life - Zigbee 3.0 Smart Home HUB

The Tuya Zigbee 3.0 Smart Home Hub is the control station (central hub) that connects all Tuya Zigbee devices to your WiFi network and app.

You can control all your lighting and smart plugs from your smartphone or tablet, create scenes and have everything switch automatically with schedules or in combination with other smart devices.

Key Specifications

• Product type: Zigbee 3.0 Smart Home hub / WiFi gateway for smart Tuya devices.
• Device protocol: Zigbee 3.0 (mesh network, devices amplify each other's signal).
• Network connection: 2.4 GHz WiFi to your router, no network cable needed.
• Control: Tuya Smart Life App, voice control via Alexa and Google Home.
• Hub dimensions: 82.6 x 82.6 x 52 mm.
• Housing material: Plastic, color white.
• Warranty: 2-year manufacturer's warranty, do not use in a damp area.
• Package contents: Hub, plug/adapter, mounting plate.

Connectivity and protocols

The hub speaks Zigbee 3.0 with your lamps, plugs and switches, and connects to your router via 2.4 GHz WiFi for control at home and remotely.

Zigbee Mesh makes it easy to extend your range: any battery-free Zigbee device can transmit the signal, ideal for larger homes or multiple floors.

Platform compatibility

• Works with Tuya Smart Life (Tuya smart devices platform).
• Compatible with Tuya Zigbee lights, power strips, and switches. Only Tuya Zigbee-enabled devices will work with the HUB.
  
• Voice control via Alexa and Google Home through account linking in Tuya Smart Life App.
  

Nutrition and energy

• The hub connects directly to the mains (220–230 V) using the supplied adapter, so you do not need an additional power supply.
• Zigbee is energy-efficient for sensors and lights, meaning batteries last longer than many WiFi solutions.

Functional properties

With the Zigbee hub you can switch and dim lights, set the color temperature or color (for compatible lamps) and group rooms and zones.

You can configure timers, schedules and scenes via the app, for example "holiday mode", where lights switch on and off at fixed times to simulate presence.

• Control via app (Android and iOS) and voice, no separate remote control required.
• Automatic switching based on schedules and connected devices such as sensors or smart plugs.
• Central control of multiple rooms in the house, such as the living room, kitchen, garden and bedroom.

Software and updates

The hub uses the Tuya platform, so the app is regularly updated with new features and improved security.

Firmware updates for hubs and Zigbee devices are typically handled through the app; the duration of software support is not specified.

Physical and installation

• Compact, square design (82.6 x 82.6 x 52 mm) fits neatly on a cabinet or shelf.
• Includes mounting plate to securely position the hub; mounting plate is suitable for flat surfaces.
• Not suitable for built-in installation and not splash-proof, so only for dry indoor areas.
• Easy installation: plug the hub into the power supply, add it to the app, select Wi-Fi, and then pair Zigbee devices.

Performance and latency

• Fast response to switching and scene selection thanks to Zigbee 3.0, even with large numbers of lamps.
• Reliable operation as long as the hub has good WiFi range and you have enough Zigbee routers (lamps, plugs) in your home.

Package contents

• 1x Zigbee 3.0 Smart Home Hub.
• 1x Mains plug/adapter.
• 1x Mounting plate.
• Manual in Dutch and English.

Warranty and service

• 2-year manufacturer's warranty through the supplier, with carry-in repair (you send the product in if it is defective).
• Damp areas are explicitly excluded from the manufacturer's warranty; therefore, always store the hub in a dry and sheltered place.

Usage scenarios

• Use the hub as the basis for smart lighting in the living room, kitchen and garden, with scenes for TV evening, reading or vacation.
• Combine with smart plug sockets to also switch existing lights or appliances on and off according to schedules.
  

Pros and cons

Plus points

• Full-fledged Zigbee 3.0 hub with WiFi, ideal as a central base for Tuya Zigbee equipment.
• Easy installation via app, including Dutch manual.
• Works with Alexa and Google Home
• Compact design with included mounting plate and adapter.

Negative points

• No Matter support, so not the most future-proof choice if you want to fully standardize on Matter.
• Only works on 2.4 GHz WiFi; 5 GHz networks are not supported.
• Not splash-proof, so do not place in the bathroom or outside.
• Only works with Zigbee devices that support the Tuya Zigbee protocol (so not all Zigbee devices).

FAQ – Tuya Zigbee 3.0 Smart Home Hub

Which platforms and apps does this hub work with?

The Tuya HUB works with the Ynoa app and the Tuya Smart Life app. It's also compatible with Alexa, Google Home, and Homey Pro.

Which wireless protocols are supported?

The hub uses Zigbee 3.0 to communicate with devices and 2.4 GHz WiFi to connect to your router and the internet.

Does this hub support Matter of Thread?

No, this hub does not support Matter of Thread; for control outside of Tuya/Zigbee, you'll need other ecosystems or bridges.

How do I install the Tuya Zigbee hub?

Plug the hub into power, open the Tuya Smart Life app, add a new device, select your 2.4GHz WiFi, and follow the steps in the app to pair the hub, then your Zigbee bulbs and plugs, and other Tuya Zigbee devices.

Can I use the hub in the bathroom or outside?

No, the hub is not splashproof and use in damp areas is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty; only place it in dry, indoor areas.

Does the hub require a remote control?

No, you control everything via the app and optionally with voice control via Alexa or Google Home; a physical remote control is not included.