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Eve Light Switch

Eve

mid local: excellentFully controllable on your LAN with no internet dependency. MatterThread
Price
$49.95 verified Nov 7, 2026
HA fit
good
Offline
yes
Setup
moderate
Hub needed
no

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Eve Light Switch - Privacy-first Thread in-wall switch with Matter support and zero cloud dependency

Quick verdict

A clean, no-nonsense smart switch from Eve's privacy-first lineup. On the US/Canada version, Thread and Matter mean everything stays local, with no cloud account and no app dependency for daily use. It is an on/off switch, not a dimmer, so make sure that is what you need. Sold in separate US/Canada and EU versions, so pick the one for your wiring. If you want local control without compromise, this delivers.

Standout: Privacy-first Thread in-wall switch with Matter support and zero cloud dependency.

Notes last checked Oct 26, 2026.

Compatibility snapshot

Home Assistant goodReliable local integration with minor caveats (a hub, manual config, or polling). Core function works locally.
Apple Home excellentFirst-class native support on this platform.
Google Home goodWell supported, with only minor gaps.
Alexa goodWell supported, with only minor gaps.
Works offline yes
Setup moderate
Extra hub needed no
Power mains

Local control facts

Why it stands out

  • fully local Thread switch with zero cloud dependency from a privacy-first brand
  • clean, modern design that looks good on the wall
  • physical switch still works normally if your smart home goes down

Reasons to hesitate

  • sold in separate US/Canada and EU versions, so buy the one matching your region's wiring
  • Matter is on the US/Canada 120V version. Eve's EU 230V version lists Bluetooth and Thread, and Eve describes it only as ready for Matter through a future software update
  • requires neutral wire for installation
  • on/off only, no dimming capability (see Eve Dimmer Switch for that)

Best for

  • households building a privacy-first Thread smart home (US/Canada and EU versions available)
  • Apple Home and Home Assistant users who want in-wall switches without cloud

Avoid if

  • your region is not covered by either the US/Canada or EU version
  • you want dimming. Get the Eve Dimmer Switch instead

Privacy and local-control notes

Fully local via Matter over Thread. No cloud account, no data collection. Eve's strong privacy track record applies here.

Home Assistant support: supported · integration path: matter.

Buying reality check

Price notes: Mid-range pricing for a Thread/Matter switch. Comparable to other quality smart switches.

Verified price reads: lowest seen $43.95, latest $49.95 on Nov 7, 2026.

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  • Oct 6, 2026$43.95amazon
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  • Oct 4, 2026$43.95amazon

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