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Can I keep my TRÅDFRI gateway or do I need to change to DIRIGERA hub?

It is not neccessary to change from TRÅDFRI gateway to DIRIGERA hub, the gateway and the app will still be supported.

But there are benefits in changing to DIRIGERA hub. DIRIGERA hub comes with a new and improved app as well as new digital features. And with an increased memory capacity, you'll be able to connect more smart products than before for a quicker and better experience.

  • What is the difference between TRÅDFRI gateway and DIRIGERA hub?

    DIRIGERA hub comes with a new and improved app as well as new digital features. It also has an increased memory capacity, so you'll be able to connect more smart products than before for a quicker and better experience. With DIRIGERA hub, you have everything you need for the smart products of tomorrow.

  • Can I migrate my smart home set-up and smart products from TRÅDFRI gateway to DIRIGERA hub?

    No. Since your smart home set-up with TRÅDFRI gateway is stored locally only, and since the app connected to DIRIGERA hub comes with new digital features, you will need to re-create scenes after pairing your smart products.

  • Can I keep expanding my smart home with new product releases from IKEA if I have a TRÅDFRI gateway?

    As we keep developing new smart products, and as the technology they require also evolves rapidly, not all smart products will be able to connect to TRÅDFRI gateway and will require DIRIGERA hub instead.

  • Can I use the IKEA Home smart app with TRÅDFRI gateway?

    No. The app "IKEA Home smart" only works with DIRIGERA hub, and the app "IKEA Home smart 1" is only compatible with TRÅDFRI gateway.

  • Do I need DIRIGERA hub if I have a similar hub or bridge from another brand?

    Yes. DIRIGERA hub is needed to use the IKEA Home smart app and to connect smart products from IKEA to your smart home.

  • Can I still control my smart home from IKEA even if my internet connection is down?

    Yes. Both DIRIGERA hub and TRÅDFRI gateway must be connected to your Wi-Fi router, but they don't need an actual internet connection.