The short version
Both UrbanProto and Tinxy are retrofit smart switches — they install behind your existing wall switches, so your normal switches keep working while you add app control. They're both Wi-Fi based and designed for Indian homes.
The practical difference: Tinxy is the more established brand, starts at a lower price, and works with Alexa & Google Home today. UrbanProto is built security-first — encrypted Bluetooth setup and cryptographically signed firmware updates — with a modern app and web dashboard, sold direct with maker support.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | UrbanProto | Tinxy |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Retrofit (fits behind existing switches) | Retrofit (fits behind existing switches) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, cloud over TLS (MQTT) | Wi-Fi |
| Setup | Encrypted Bluetooth (BLE) pairing | Wi-Fi app setup |
| Firmware updates | Signed OTA with anti-rollback | Over-the-air updates |
| Security | Encrypted BLE setup · TLS cloud · signed firmware | Standard Wi-Fi cloud |
| Voice assistants | App & web dashboard (Alexa/Google Home not yet) | Works with Alexa & Google Home |
| Model range | Growing lineup — see Products | 1, 2, 4 & 6-node options |
| Control | UrbanProto app + web dashboard | Tinxy app; optional physical remotes |
| Starting price | ₹899 | from ~₹489 |
| Where to buy | Direct at urbanproto.com | Amazon, Flipkart & tinxy.in |
| Made in India | Yes | Yes |
Tinxy details reflect publicly listed information and can change — please confirm current specs and pricing on the manufacturer's site.
Where each one is strong
Tinxy is strong on…
- Lower entry price (from ~₹489)
- Built-in Alexa & Google Home voice control
- Multiple node options (1 / 2 / 4 / 6)
- Wide availability on Amazon & Flipkart
- Established brand with a longer track record
UrbanProto is strong on…
- Security-first: encrypted Bluetooth setup
- Cryptographically signed OTA updates (anti-rollback)
- TLS-encrypted cloud messaging
- Modern app and web dashboard
- Bought direct — maker support, no reseller layer
Which should you choose?
Choose Tinxy if you want Alexa/Google Home voice control out of the box, the lowest possible entry price, or you'd like to buy on Amazon or Flipkart today.
Choose UrbanProto if security matters to you — encrypted setup and signed firmware updates — or you want a modern app-and-dashboard experience with direct-from-maker support.
See UrbanProto smart switches
Secure, app-controlled retrofit switches for your home.
Browse products →Frequently asked questions
Is UrbanProto a good alternative to Tinxy?
Both are Wi-Fi smart retrofit switches that fit behind your existing switches. Tinxy is more established, has built-in voice assistants and a lower entry price; UrbanProto focuses on security (encrypted Bluetooth setup, signed OTA firmware) with a modern app and web dashboard, sold direct.
Do UrbanProto switches work with my existing switches?
Yes — UrbanProto is a retrofit module that installs behind your existing wall switches, so your normal switches keep working alongside app control.
Does UrbanProto support Alexa and Google Home?
Not at this time. UrbanProto devices are controlled via the UrbanProto app and web dashboard. Tinxy currently offers Alexa and Google Home voice control.
How secure is UrbanProto?
UrbanProto uses encrypted Bluetooth (BLE) pairing for setup, TLS-encrypted cloud messaging, and cryptographically signed over-the-air firmware updates with anti-rollback protection.
Tinxy is a trademark of its respective owner and is not affiliated with UrbanProto. This comparison is provided for informational purposes and reflects publicly available information as of August 2026; specifications and pricing may change — please verify current details on tinxy.in. UrbanProto product details are accurate as of publication.