SmartThings is Samsung's smart home platform that serves as a central hub for connecting and automating hundreds of compatible IoT devices from multiple brands. Originally founded as an independent startup in 2012 and acquired by Samsung in 2014, SmartThings supports devices across lighting, security, climate control, entertainment, and appliances through Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, and Matter protocols. The platform's open ecosystem approach sets it apart from more closed smart home systems.
The SmartThings online store sells its own hubs, sensors, and starter kits while also serving as a gateway to the broader Samsung smart appliance ecosystem. The SmartThings app provides a single interface for controlling all connected devices, creating automations, and monitoring energy usage across the home.