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Aqara Zigbee Motion Sensor
Expert Take
The Aqara Zigbee Motion Sensor is a compact, reliable PIR motion sensor that excels in HomeKit and Zigbee ecosystems. While the original model suffers from limited detection angles due to its cylindrical design, the Aqara P1 addresses these issues with adjustable sensitivity through hubs. Best suited for users deeply invested in Aqara's ecosystem who need a dependable, low-maintenance sensor with excellent battery life.
Pros
- Compact cylindrical design blends discreetly into most indoor spacescommunity.home-assistant.io
- P1 model includes ambient light sensor enabling day/night automation differentiationshafi.com.au
- P1 features adjustable magnetic mounting bracket for precise coverage in hallways and staircasesshafi.com.au
- Long battery life on CR2450 cells ideal for low-maintenance smart home setupsshafi.com.au
- Seamless Zigbee pairing with Home Assistant, HomeKit, and Aqara hubsshafi.com.au
Cons
- Cylindrical original design lacks fresnel lens limiting ceiling mounting and detection anglecommunity.home-assistant.io
- P1 sensitivity and detection range not adjustable without hub/platform supportshafi.com.au
- IP20 rating means P1 is not waterproof and must stay indoors or well-protectedshafi.com.au
- Requires proprietary Aqara hub for full HomeKit and advanced featurestechhive.com
- The only thing adjustable is the detection duration, which is the delay time after no motion is detected.cnx-software.com
Expert Quality
67
Deal Score
60
Price
$18.20
Current Price
$18.20
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