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How to set up a Matter-over-Thread device in your smart home Everything you need to know to get your Thread-powered smart plug, light bulb, lock, or motion sensor set up the right way.

To compile a list of smart plugs for varying tech comfort levels and budgets, we researched dozens of products and spent over 2 months testing 12 top-rated options.