We don't believe in walled gardens. Muntro devices are built on the open, industry-backed protocols that let products from different brands work together, today and for years to come.
Zigbee is a low-power mesh network standard maintained by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA). Every mains-powered device acts as a repeater, so the network gets stronger as you add products. Zigbee 3.0 unified earlier profiles into a single, interoperable standard.
Matter is the unifying application layer created by Apple, Google, Amazon, Samsung and hundreds of CSA members. It runs over Thread, Wi-Fi and Ethernet, and uses Bluetooth LE for setup. With Matter, one Muntro device works natively with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings, all at the same time.
Thread is a low-power, IPv6-based mesh network from the Thread Group. Every device has its own IP address, so there's no single point of failure, and border routers connect the mesh to your home network. It's the preferred low-power transport for Matter.
KNX is the open, worldwide standard for home and building automation (ISO/IEC 14543-3), backed by hundreds of manufacturers. Switches, sensors and actuators share a dedicated low-voltage bus, so control stays fast and dependable without relying on radio. The Muntro Hub connects to KNX installations through a KNX/IP interface, so existing wired systems join your Muntro home.
High-bandwidth devices like cameras and doorbells use Wi-Fi 6 for smooth 2K video. Bluetooth LE handles fast onboarding, Matter commissioning and phone-as-key unlocking at close range.
Each protocol has strengths. The Muntro Hub brings them all together, so you never have to choose.
| Protocol | Best for | Power use | Mesh | IP-native | Muntro devices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zigbee 3.0 | Sensors, bulbs, plugs | Very low | Yes | No | Motion, Contact, Leak, Bulb, Plug, Switch |
| Thread | Locks, thermostats, battery devices | Very low | Yes | Yes | Lock, Climate, Hub |
| Matter | Cross-platform control | Depends on transport | via Thread | Yes | Most of the lineup |
| KNX | Wired homes & buildings | Bus-powered | No | via KNX/IP | Muntro Hub (KNX/IP interface) |
| Wi-Fi 6 | Video, high bandwidth | High | No | Yes | Cam, Doorbell, Climate |
| Bluetooth LE | Setup, proximity | Very low | Limited | No | All devices (commissioning) |
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