tado° vs. Homematic IP

Everything you need to know for your 2026 smart radiator thermostat choice. And why you should buy Europe's original smart thermostat from tado°.

Four reasons why to choose tado° over Homematic IP

Many smart radiator thermostats are close to equal in their core functionality today: both fit standard M30 valves and are controlled via app. It's the innovations in connectivity, features and product design that truly make a difference.

100% Risk-free

Not sure if you’ll save money? Full refund within 12 month if you are not happy.

AI-powered features 

More comfort and savings with features that automate, learn and adapt.

Future Proof Smart Home

tado° is matter compatible and allows seamless smart home integration.

Rechargeable battery 

One charge lasts all winter. No more battery waste. Use any standard USB-C cable.

tado° Smart Radiator Thermostat X and Homematic IP Radiator thermostat, side by side

Category tado° Homematic IP
Valve compatibility M30 x 1.5 mm thread, 6 adapters included to fit almost all radiator valves M30 x 1.5 mm thread, 3 adapters included
Size 67 x 67 x 49 mm
extra compact
58 x 71 x 97 mm
Display & controls
  • LCD display with touch control
  • Mechanical control knob
  • Child lock
  • LCD display and button
  • Mechanical control knob
  • Child lock
Rechargeable Yes
via USB-C
No
standard batteries
Automated hydronic balancing (certified) Yes Yes
Offline installation possible Yes No
Hub required tado° Bridge X – or another compatible Thread border router Homematic IP Access Point or CCU3 central unit (mandatory)
Connectivity protocol Thread – open standard, works with compatible 3rd-party border routers Homematic IP, proprietary 868 MHz radio
Matter (smart home standard) Yes No
Smart Home Compatibility & Voice Control
  • Apple HomeKit
  • Google Home
  • Amazon Alexa
  • Samsung SmartThings
  • Google Home
  • Amazon Alexa
Free app features
  • Control from anywhere
  • Smart Schedules per room
  • Geofencing Alerts
  • Open Window Alerts
  • Group several thermostats into one zone
  • Room Link (optional, central heating control)
  • Quick Actions (incl. heating boost)
  • Control from anywhere
  • Heating profiles (schedules) per room
  • Open window detection
Optional subscription Yes
AI Assist: €29.99/year or €3.99/month
No
No AI or advanced automation tier available
AI & advanced features AI Assist:
  • Preheat Before Arrival
  • Geofencing Automation
  • Open Window Automation
  • Adaptive Heating
  • Holiday Mode
  • Energy IQ: consumption & savings
  • Care & Protect (diagnostics)
  • Hydronic Balancing
  • Air Comfort incl. mold index
  • Climate Report
  • Multiple homes in one account
Not available
Competitor details from publicly available sources, November 2026.

La temperatura giusta in ogni ambiente

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#1 in Europa per il riscaldamento intelligente

Pionieri del riscaldamento intelligente dal 2011, da Monaco di Baviera. Da oltre 15 anni ascoltiamo i nostri utenti per sviluppare soluzioni pensate per te.

  • -22% di energia, in media¹

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  • Controllo preciso della temperatura

    La temperatura perfetta in ogni stanza della tua casa.

  • L'app più apprezzata

    Con anni di valutazioni eccellenti da oltre 36.000 recensioni nell'App Store.

  • Riscaldamento smart, reinventato.

    Riscaldamento basato sull'IA che automatizza, apprende e si adatta.

  • Funziona con il 95% dei sistemi

    Tra i marchi europei di gestione energetica e riscaldamento

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¹Sulla base media dei dati dei clienti tado°, raccolti fino al 31/12/2023.