Hunter Fan Company is making a significant push into the smart home market with the debut of its comprehensive HunterSMART portfolio and the new ZenTech ceiling fan series at CES 2026. The 140-year-old manufacturer is leveraging its ceiling fan expertise to create a connected ecosystem that promises to transform whole-home comfort through intelligent automation.
HunterSMART Embraces Universal Compatibility
The HunterSMART collection centers around Matter standard compatibility, ensuring seamless integration with Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, and Google Home platforms. This approach eliminates the typical smart home frustration of incompatible devices and complex setup procedures that often plague connected home systems.
The portfolio includes five key accessories designed to retrofit existing homes with smart capabilities. The HunterSMART Plug transforms any corded device into a smart appliance, featuring TUV-certified safety standards and automatic setting restoration after power outages. The HunterSMART Dimmer Switch upgrades traditional lighting fixtures with app and voice control without requiring smart bulb replacements.
For ceiling fan control, Hunter offers the HunterSMART Smart Wall Panel with touch controls and built-in Alexa functionality. The Smart Fan Upgrade Kit breathes new life into older AC motor fans without rewiring, though it’s not compatible with DC motor models. The entire system operates on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks, which Hunter selected for better signal penetration throughout multi-story homes.
ZenTech Series Redefines Ceiling Fan Design
The ZenTech series serves as Hunter’s flagship smart fan lineup, featuring a revolutionary DC motor that’s 43% slimmer than traditional designs. This engineering breakthrough allows for installation in spaces where conventional fans might feel overwhelming, particularly in rooms with lower ceilings.
Available in three and five-blade configurations, plus innovative bladeless and chandelier-inspired designs, ZenTech caters to both traditional and contemporary aesthetic preferences. The series delivers on Hunter’s SureSpeed® Guarantee with 33% more air velocity than leading competitors while achieving up to 64% energy savings and ENERGY STAR® certification.
The whisper-quiet DC motor operation makes ZenTech particularly suitable for bedrooms and quiet spaces. Each fan includes TrueLight LED technology with 10 adjustable color temperature levels and dimming options, allowing users to customize both airflow and lighting ambiance. The flexible design accommodates both indoor and covered outdoor installations.
Streamlined Smart Home Integration
“Over the course of our 140-year history, Hunter Fan Company has continuously innovated with one primary goal – to help our customers transform the spaces they love with high quality products, solutions and dedicated support,” said President Tom Blackwell. The HunterSMART system reflects this philosophy by prioritizing straightforward installation and seamless automation.
The Matter-based approach means users can control fan speed, seasonal reverse direction, and lighting schedules through the HunterSMART mobile app. The system automatically optimizes comfort and energy use based on user preferences and environmental conditions.
Hunter Fan Company continues building on its legacy as the world’s original ceiling fan manufacturer and the number one most installed ceiling fan brand for 140 years. Based in Memphis, the company also operates its Hunter Industrial division in Nashville and has earned recognition as one of the “Best Places to Work in Memphis” for multiple years.
The timing of this smart home expansion aligns with growing consumer demand for connected home solutions that actually work together—something Hunter appears to have addressed through its Matter-first approach and focus on retrofitting existing homes rather than requiring complete overhauls.
More details about the HunterSMART portfolio and ZenTech series can be found on the official website at HunterFan.com.
