Why you should trust this review
I purchased the Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit at retail in July 2025 and mounted all 9 panels on a home-office wall. Nanoleaf did not provide a sample. The kit has been in daily use for 10 months.
How we tested the Nanoleaf Hexagons Kit
See /methodology for the standardized modular wall light evaluation protocol.
- Color quality: Measured uniformity across all 9 panels.
- Touch controls: Verified tap, double-tap, and swipe gestures.
- Matter and Thread: Tested cross-platform pairing.
Who should buy the Nanoleaf Hexagons Kit?
Buy this if:
- You want modular wall art with smart-home control.
- You appreciate HomeKit, Thread, and Matter support.
- You want touch interaction on the wall itself.
Skip this if:
- You want the cheapest possible RGB wall panels.
- You plan to reposition the panels often (adhesive limit).
Color quality and touch controls
Color is bright and uniform across all 9 panels with a small dip in saturation at the edges. The touch controls have stayed responsive across 10 months.
Value
At $199 the Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit is the right Smart Home in 2026.
Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit vs. the competition
| Product | Our rating | Panels | Touch | Matter | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanoleaf Hexagons 9-Pack | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 9 | Yes | Yes | $199 | Best Modular Wall Light |
| Govee Glide Hexa 10-Pack | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 10 | No | No | $199 | Best Budget Modular |
| Nanoleaf Shapes Triangles | ★★★★☆ 4.4 | 7 | Yes | Yes | $169 | Best Triangle Shape |
| Generic RGB Panel Kit | ★★★☆☆ 3.4 | 9 | No | No | $79 | Skip |
Full specifications
| Panels included | 9 hexagons |
| Panel size | 9 inches across |
| Color range | 16 million colors |
| White temperature | 1200K to 6500K |
| Connection | Wi-Fi, Thread, Matter |
| Voice control | Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit |
| Touch controls | Yes, per panel |
| Expandable to | 500 panels per controller |
| Power | Wall adapter included |
| Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
Should you buy the Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit?
The Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit is the modular wall light I would buy again. Nine hexagon panels link together in any pattern, the touch-sensitive panels let you trigger scenes by tapping the wall, and Thread plus Matter support keeps the kit future-proof. The trade is the price per panel as you expand and the adhesive mounts that do not love repositioning.
Frequently asked questions
Nanoleaf Hexagons vs Govee Glide Hexa, which should I buy?+
Nanoleaf has touch controls, Thread, Matter, and HomeKit which Govee lacks. Govee has slightly richer color saturation and lower per-panel cost on the 10-pack. For a HomeKit household, Nanoleaf. For pure visual impact on a budget, Govee.
Will the adhesive mounts damage my walls?+
Probably not on the first install if your paint is fully cured. Removing them after a year can pull paint, especially on freshly painted walls. If you plan to reposition, use the optional screw mounts instead.
How many panels can I add to one controller?+
Up to 500 in theory, though practical limits depend on the power supply. The included supply comfortably runs the base 9 plus another expansion pack. Past that, add a second power supply.
📅 Update log
- May 10, 2026Added 10-month observations on a home office wall.
- Jul 22, 2025Initial review published.
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Morgan Davis
Morgan Davis writes for The Tested Hub.