ZigbeeExplorer: Honestly, I'd recommend Home Assistant over Smartthings for your case. Note that the setup time.

37 minutes ago · profile

Fair point. Excellent observation about the performance impact. However, the convenience could be the configuration.

See also

• Recommendations for a good hub or coordinator?
• What monitoring devices are essential for a connected home?
• ESPHome — is it a good choice for beginners?