How to Add and Manage Devices
How to add devices to your hub, what devices are compatible, and what to do if things aren't working
Adding Smart Devices to Your Hub
In this document, you will:
- learn how to add smart devices – such as switches, dimmers, plugs, bulbs, motion or contact sensors, locks, and more — to your Hubitat Elevation smart home hub
- discover troubleshooting steps to try if something goes wrong
Let's start by learning how to add a device!
1. Verify Compatibility
To add a device, first make sure your device is compatible:
- List of Compatible Devices List of devices known to work with built-in drivers
The hub is compatible with most standard Zigbee, Z-Wave, and Matter devices, as well as a variety of LAN and cloud devices. (Note that a device is not compatible simply because it says it is "smart"; the manufacturer must follow standards or provide an open interface for integration that the hub can use. If you have a favorite device that isn't compatible, we suggest providing this feedback to the device manufacturer.)
The list above contains devices that are known to work with built-in drivers. However, many more standard devices should work with built-in drivers, and third-party apps and drivers allow you to integrate an even wider variety of devices that we have not tested.
2. Add Device
Follow the instructions in this video to add a device to your Hubitat Elevation hub using the mobile app:
Alternatively, follow the instructions in this document to add a device using either the hub interface or the mobile app:
- Add Device Using the Add Device page on your hub
Troubleshooting
If you have trouble adding devices, see the notes at: How to Troubleshoot Your Hub.
More Questions?
For additional tips on adding devices or using your hub, see:
- FAQs Frequently asked questions on getting started