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Aqara

Aqara is a Chinese smart home brand that offers a wide range of products, including sensors, smart plugs, lighting and cameras. Aqara are known for offering products that are affordable and user-friendly.

Aqara Motion Sensor P2

Aqara Motion Sensor P2

Motion sensor with native support for Matter

Support for Matter

Separate light sensor

Long battery life

Flexible installation

Aqara Smart Lock U200

Aqara Smart Lock U200

First lock on the market with both Matter and Apple Home Key

Temporary pass code

Support for Matter

Many unlocking options

Easy Installation

Must use Aqara app for full functionality

Somewhat large indoor part

Aqara Camera Hub G3

Aqara Camera Hub G3

One camera and hub in one for Aqara users

AI features for automation

Built-in security camera

Supports only Aqara devices with ZigBee

Xiaomi Aqara Motion Sensor P1

Xiaomi Aqara Motion Sensor P1

Compact quality at a good price

A good price for good quality

Flexible mounting

Long battery life

Lack of tamper alarm and temperature sensor

Only detects Lux when moving and does not work with HomeKit

Aqara Curtain Driver E1

Aqara Curtain Driver E1

Fits most types of rails

Can be paired to control two

Works with HomeKit

Drag manually to control

USB-C charging only

Does not work with telescopic rod

Requires two devices to close synchronized

Aqara Smart Plug

Aqara Smart Plug

Affordable smart plug with voice control support

Can be controlled by voice

Overload protection

Covers other contacts

Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2

Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2

Aqara's first sensor with Thread

Fast response time

Long battery life that varies depending on the border router

Aqara Window/Door Sensor

Aqara Window/Door Sensor

Best battery life in our tests

Stylish and compact design

Long battery life

Unable screw mount

Aqara Presence Sensor FP2

Aqara Presence Sensor FP2

A new generation of motion sensor

Can detect up to 5 people at the same time

Can detect small movements such as breathing

Fast Lux Sensor

Up to 30 different zones

No temperature sensor

Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4

Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4

Aqara's first doorbell with video

Good image and sound quality

HomeKit Secure Video

Local AI for face detection and automations

Local storage or cloud storage

No rechargeable batteries

MicroSD card not included

Aqara Hub M2

Aqara Hub M2

An updated hub with limited compatibility

Support for HomeKit

Dual Wifi Antenna

Ethernet connector

No access to the Mi Home app

Only support for Aqara devices