Bluetooth
The short-range radio in every phone, used for setup, locks and standalone devices. What it does well, what it does not, and how it fits beside the others.
New to Bluetooth?
The plain-English version first, then the guides that build on it.
The library
Everything Bluetooth
Every Bluetooth guide, explainer and comparison in one list.
Comparison Explainer
Bluetooth vs Wi-Fi for smart home devices
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are rarely rivals. Most smart home devices set up over Bluetooth, then run on Wi-Fi. Here is when Bluetooth on its own is enough, and when it will let you down.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth is the wireless in every phone, and in the smart home its main job is setup. Here is how BLE works, why it is the onboarding front door, and where it fits.