Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2
Sensative Strips Guard 700
Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2
Aqara has taken a big step into the future with its latest sensor, the Door and Window Sensor P2, which has full support for Matter via the Thread protocol. The most exciting thing about this sensor is that it does not require a separate hub to operate. Instead, it can be easily connected directly to your smart home and take advantage of devices like the AppleTV or HomePod as a border router to establish a stable and reliable connection.
When it comes to the sensor size, we can note that it is slightly larger than some other sensors on the market. This can be an important aspect to consider depending on where you plan to place it. However, it is worth mentioning that the Door and Window Sensor P2 compensates for its size with an impressively fast response time, which is crucial to ensure fast and reliable detection of door and window openings.
It is important to note that at this time the Door and Window Sensor P2 is not compatible with Aqara's own app. This could be a transition period where users may need to use other platforms or apps to take advantage of the sensor's capabilities. However, it is possible that future updates may change this situation, so it is something to keep an eye on.
In summary, Aqara's Door and Window Sensor P2 is a promising sensor that takes us into the future through its full support for Matter over Thread. It impresses with its easy connection to your smart home and fast response time, although its slightly larger size may be a preponderant factor. While it is currently not compatible with Aqara's own app, future updates could resolve this and give users even more flexibility and control over their smart homes.
Sensative Strips Guard 700
Sensative, the Swedish company, has created an impressive product with its magnetic sensor, the Strips Guard 700. What really sets this sensor apart is its unmatched battery life, which is an impressive achievement. In addition, the design is extremely slim, with a thinness of only 3 mm. It is an impressive combination of functionality and aesthetics.
We have had the opportunity to try the Sensative Strips Guard 700, and our experience indicates that in practice the battery life is often shorter than the promised 10 years. The actual service life depends, of course, on how often and intensively the sensor is activated. If you choose to install it on a window that only opens once a week, the battery will likely last longer than if you place it at the main entrance where it is activated several times daily.
Sensative claims that these magnetic sensors have an impressive range of 100 meters. Unfortunately, we haven't had the opportunity to test this on our own, so it's something to take into consideration if range is a determining factor for your specific area of use.
In summary, the Sensative Strips Guard 700 offers an impressive combination of long battery life and minimalist design. However, you should be aware that the actual battery length may vary depending on usage. In addition, the scope is something that should be investigated further if it is of great importance for your purpose of use.