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Samsung

Samsung SmartThings Station

Hub

82
/ 100
From $79
VS
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) — 2023
Shark

Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)

2023

82
/ 100
From $600
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Samsung SmartThings Station lands at 82 and Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Samsung SmartThings Station if…

  • ✓Matter support (modern)
  • ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • ✓Automations

Pick Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) if…

  • ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • ✓App-based setup
  • ✓Works with major voice assistants
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Samsung SmartThings Station

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Samsung SmartThings Station more score per dollar ($79 vs $600).

Samsung SmartThings Station 82
vs
82 Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)

Score breakdown

Samsung SmartThings Station
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80

Specs side-by-side

Samsung SmartThings Station versus Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) — full spec comparison
Spec Samsung SmartThings Station Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)
Release year
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2023
Color
—
White

Samsung SmartThings Station

Pros
  • +Matter support (modern)
  • +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • +Automations
Cons
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cloud dependency on some
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)

Pros
  • +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • +App-based setup
  • +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
  • −Subscription sometimes required
  • −Cloud dependency on many
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

FAQ: Samsung SmartThings Station vs Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)

Which is better, Samsung SmartThings Station or Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Samsung SmartThings Station worth the price? +

At $79, Samsung SmartThings Station delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Is Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) worth the price? +

At $600, Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Does Samsung SmartThings Station or Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, Samsung SmartThings Station or Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 (White)? +

Samsung SmartThings Station — more score per dollar ($79 vs $600). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.