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SwitchBot has released its first permanent outdoor lighting system, a 30-metre set with Matter over Wi-Fi that can connect to compatible smart-home platforms without a SwitchBot hub. The system is priced at $189.99 in the United States and is available through SwitchBot’s online store and Amazon.com.
SwitchBot has released its first permanent outdoor lights, a 30-metre system with individually controlled colour effects, adjustable white lighting and Matter over Wi-Fi. The lights are available now in the United States for a recommended retail price of $189.99, and can connect directly to compatible smart-home platforms without a SwitchBot hub.
The system consists of six five-metre sections containing 72 light units. Extension cables can bridge unlit gaps, allowing the installation to span up to 36 metres overall while retaining 30 metres of illuminated lights. The sections can be routed along rooflines, balconies, garage entrances, pergolas and other outdoor features.
SwitchBot uses an RGBIC+WW design, combining colour LEDs with separate warm- and cool-white LEDs. Its integrated control chips allow different sections to show colours and effects simultaneously. The company lists support for up to 16 million colours, adjustable white colour temperatures from 2,700K to 6,500K, and brightness adjustment from 1% to 100% in the SwitchBot app.
SwitchBot lists a maximum output of 2,600 lumens for the full system and up to 40 lumens per light unit. The dedicated white LEDs are intended to provide everyday white illumination, while colour effects can be used for seasonal displays and events. The lights can be operated through the SwitchBot app, compatible Matter platforms, supported voice assistants or an included wired controller.
Matter Works Without a SwitchBot Hub
The product’s main smart-home distinction is its native Matter over Wi-Fi connection. Unlike some SwitchBot products that need a company hub to appear in Matter ecosystems, these lights can be added directly to compatible platforms, including Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant.
That can make the lights easier to use alongside devices from other brands. In Apple Home, users can control basic supported lighting properties and include the product in scenes and automations. A compatible Matter controller is still required; Apple users, for example, need a suitable home hub such as a HomePod mini or Apple TV for remote access and Apple Home automations.
Matter support does not make every SwitchBot feature available in other platforms. The company app is still needed for advanced options such as dynamic effects, music synchronisation, detailed colour settings, schedules and timers. Buyers choosing a third-party smart-home app should expect its controls to be more limited than the SwitchBot app’s.
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Built for Permanent Outdoor Use
SwitchBot describes the lights as designed to remain installed throughout the year. The light sections carry an IP67 rating, meaning they are rated for dust protection and temporary water immersion. The controller and power adapter have an IP65 rating, which indicates protection against dust and water jets, but does not mean those components can be submerged. Their location and exposure therefore need separate consideration during installation.
The company says the system uses UV-resistant materials and is rated to operate from -20°C to 60°C. It gives the LEDs a rated lifespan of up to 55,000 hours. Those are manufacturer specifications; actual performance can depend on installation conditions and use.
Installation options include 3M adhesive pads and screws. The adhesive is intended for compatible smooth surfaces, while screws can be used on rougher materials such as brick, concrete and railings. The included wired controller offers basic switching and ten brightness levels, so those functions remain available if app or Wi-Fi control is temporarily inaccessible. A separately sold SwitchBot Remote is another physical-control option.
“The company lists a maximum total output of 2,600 lumens for the complete 30-metre system.”
— SwitchBot
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Platform Features and Testing
The available product information does not specify whether every advertised effect or setting will be accessible through each Matter platform. SwitchBot says advanced features, including music synchronisation and dynamic effects, are managed in its own app; the exact controls exposed through third-party apps may vary.
The announcement also does not provide independent testing of brightness, weather resistance, long-term UV performance or the rated LED lifespan. It does not state how the system performs under particular installation conditions. Buyers should distinguish the company’s specifications from independently verified results.
The supplied information lists availability through SwitchBot’s online store and Amazon.com, but does not establish availability or pricing outside the United States. It also does not give a more precise delivery schedule or confirm whether additional lengths or configurations will be offered.
Wi-Fi outdoor lights with Matter support
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Availability and Setup Details
The 30-metre system is available now through SwitchBot’s online store and Amazon.com at a recommended retail price of $189.99. Prospective buyers can check those listings for current stock, delivery terms and any changes to the advertised price.
Before installation, users will need to plan the route for all six sections, decide where the controller and power adapter can be placed, and confirm that their chosen smart-home setup includes a compatible Matter controller where required. The product information does not announce a later release date or a further product configuration.
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Key Questions
How much do SwitchBot’s Permanent Outdoor Lights cost?
The 30-metre system has a recommended retail price of $189.99 in the United States. SwitchBot lists it as available through its online store and Amazon.com.
Do the lights require a SwitchBot hub?
No SwitchBot hub is required to connect the lights to a compatible Matter platform. However, a Matter controller is still needed, and Apple Home remote access and automations require a suitable Apple home hub.
Which smart-home platforms are listed as compatible?
SwitchBot lists Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant, along with other compatible Matter ecosystems. Available controls can differ by platform.
How long is the lighting system?
The system includes 30 metres of illuminated lighting, divided into six five-metre sections. Extension cables can increase the overall span to up to 36 metres by bridging areas that do not need lights.
Can the lights provide everyday white lighting?
Yes. The RGBIC+WW system has separate warm- and cool-white LEDs, with an adjustable colour-temperature range of 2,700K to 6,500K. The SwitchBot app also provides brightness adjustment from 1% to 100%.
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