Aqara
Aqara Matter Sensor Kit
Cheap door/motion Matter sensors that finally work across Alexa, Google and Apple without a proprietary hub.
- Buy it if
- You want door or motion alerts and automations that work with Alexa, Google and Apple Home.
- Skip it if
- You don't have a Matter/Thread hub yet — you'll need one (a recent Echo or an Aqara hub).
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Who we pick it for
- Step 2: a sensor on the garage or back door sends your phone an alert when it opens. It needs a Matter/Thread hub, such as a recent Echo or the camera in step 3. A simple smart home in four steps — with no monthly fees →
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