A new twin in town! Sonoff ZB Mini - yes Mini got the ZigBee treatment [review]

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@yuriantunes2916
@yuriantunes2916 3 жыл бұрын
Loved the vídeo, i'm so hyped to purchase the zigbee version of the sonoff mini!
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome I'm working on implementing it for z2mqtt
@tinachan9333
@tinachan9333 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, always happy to view your video. Thanks for your sharing.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Pleasure is mine
@leopold7562
@leopold7562 3 жыл бұрын
Great! I spent ages flashing my wifi Minis with Tasmota (and bricking half of them in the process) and now Sonoff come out with the ideal alternative which would slot into my extensive Zigbee mesh. It'll be interesting to see how these work with ZHA, if you have that.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
I'll try to do this tonight after work so I can post tomorrow :)
@leopold7562
@leopold7562 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech Sweet! I look forward to seeing it.
@mtrudel
@mtrudel 3 жыл бұрын
Hello. Good job I switch to Zigbee since my bad experience with a DW2 door switch using obsolete 802.11b ... not working with Ubiquity AP. Anyway I would like to know if the ZBMINI can be powered with DC. I just need a device to monitor my garage door open/close status so I would power it with DC with a Reed switch. To your knowledge, is it possible ?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Yes you could. You need to power gpio directly and you won't be able to use the relay but the switch should work fine
@LudovicoDArgenio
@LudovicoDArgenio 3 жыл бұрын
Hello, thanks for this review. I would like to know if the Sonoff ZB Mini has compatibility with the Google Assistant... I mean: can I say "OK Google turn on / turn off Sonoff ZB Mini" etc. Thanks in advance.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Yes as Ewelink has the relevant skill to use . You will need a ZB bridge to use it
@thepro-ish5404
@thepro-ish5404 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Other than lighting, can this be used with appliances like air conditioning units? Thanks! Helpful vid!
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Yes they can as long as you stick to current rating listed for the product
@jptib
@jptib 3 жыл бұрын
Can I check if the zbmini functions as a zigbee router? I have the zbmini connected to the sonoff hub and tried to connect a door sensor (also sonoff) but some how it is missing a 3 meters. Even when moving the zbmini 4 meters closer to the the door sensor it is still missing 3 meters. So I was thinking that maybe the zbmini isn't working as the router, but I don't know how to check this.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
It should relay the messages automatically since it's powered constantly and its MG21 built which has the router functions available. Can't vouch for the firmware implementation. I would have to check in the Zigbee2Mqtt how does it appear as
@matiaslgonzalez
@matiaslgonzalez 3 жыл бұрын
Do you if you setup the swicth and then connect with an Amazon echo device with a zigbee hub built in, do you still need the app installed on your phone?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
If you link the app via ZigBee to Alexa hub with Zigbee (not tested the compatibility as I don;'t have the zibee enabled alexa) then you won't need an app.
@TheRubbenn
@TheRubbenn 3 жыл бұрын
I'm planning to use this to make my current switches smart. Can this device also control external smart bulbs? Or is it just capable of switching mains?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
You can't control external bulbs directly, but you could add this as an automation scenario (when switch gets toggled, turn light X) in the eWeLink app or using NodeRED - check out my Smarter Switch video
@MoPheenix
@MoPheenix 2 жыл бұрын
Hi can I use it to make my plug (socket) smart ? Or is it only usable as a switch for light ? Sorry if the question is stupid but I’m new to this smart home stuff
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 2 жыл бұрын
You can make the socket smart too but consider current draw. If you are fine with rating you will need to split the live wire and put this switch before your socket
@lucb2233
@lucb2233 Жыл бұрын
It also works with sonoff zigbee 3.0 usb dongle plus BUT you have to flash firmware !
@vladislavknysh1462
@vladislavknysh1462 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for video. 1. If wall switcher is on then is it poss switch off light with app ? 2. If light was switched off with app then is it poss switch on back with wall switcher ?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Yes and yes you can operate both independently
@AdnanKhan-eh5sy
@AdnanKhan-eh5sy 3 жыл бұрын
Very good video. Sir does it has power recyle memory function ?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
if you mean if it remembers the last power state, yes
@Chatchie007
@Chatchie007 2 жыл бұрын
Will the light switch work normally after this is installed? I'm trying to keep my house dumb while at the same time making it smart. I want everything to work normally and smart at the same time.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 2 жыл бұрын
Yes that's the purpose of the decide to have the smart access to the light even when the switch is in use
@briangkehoe
@briangkehoe 3 жыл бұрын
I was very excited to get this in the post yesterday. I wired it up to a light above my bed and can control it with a Lonsonho Zigbee wall switch and Sonoff Zigbee button all connected to the Sonoff Zigbee Bridge which all works perfectly. Only problem is when I turn off the light, I can hear a high pitched noise coming from the Sonoff Zigbee Mini. Any ideas?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Hmm... Strange. Mine is silent as mouse. I'm on 240V you?
@briangkehoe
@briangkehoe 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech I'm 240v too. I hear the same from some power adapters and appliances on standby. At least I can unplug them to stop it.
@briangkehoe
@briangkehoe 3 жыл бұрын
I downloaded a frequency analyser app (I don't have access to any pro tools) and the ZigBee Mini emits a 7200Hz tone when it is off. The noise disappears when it is turned on.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Perhaps reach out to their support see what they say? Mine is silent ... Not much I can advise on afraid ☹️
@dariusp.5537
@dariusp.5537 3 жыл бұрын
Hello! I am new in Smart home. Just have Aqara hub and 1 switch. Need sonoff mini r2. Could you please tell me what I need: 1. Sonoff Mini r2 2. Sonoff Mini r2 Zigbee? Why? And and does it works with Homekit?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
You would need the Zigbee version but I cannot confirm if it would work directly. The best approach if you want to mix and match ecosystem is through cc2531
@mikemoik
@mikemoik 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Mat, thanks for your videos, they are great! I have a question: Do you think there is a way of adding an extra microcontroller to the zbmini to let the zbmini understand more mqtt instructions like dimming etc (with actually executing the extra functionality by the MC)? The MC can maybe use the 3.3V/5V pins of the zbmini for power supply and the rx/tx pins for communication. I really don't know if there are any diy community efforts in this direction, that's why i ask :). My current idea is to use the zbmini to switch a 12V power supply which runs the LED strip plus a esp8266 to control the strip via WiFi. This rises the question why using zigbee at all :D (and not using a tasmotized sonoff mini for example). But all my IOT stuff is based on zigbee and honestly i don't want to use WiFi for my IOT devices. The only benefit i see for "my" solutions is that the WiFi connection is only active when the device is active, but at the end it's somehow unsatisfactory to use zigbee for switching and WiFi for controlling then. Thanks, moik.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
It would be easier to get small ZigBee dev boards and make a small device yourself than try to modify the zbmini. I have a couple of these boards they look like esp32 d1 boards and have more pins than you would need for your purpose.
@mikemoik
@mikemoik 3 жыл бұрын
yeah the xbee boards ... they are annoyingly expensive. would be great if there will be a low budget alternative in the future like the expressif stuff.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
With time we will see these go down in price
@SmithyScotland
@SmithyScotland 3 жыл бұрын
Doesn't seem to be much separation between the high voltage and low voltage on the pcb.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
The usual dilemma size Vs space.
@Chris-Griffin
@Chris-Griffin 3 жыл бұрын
Hi what size back box would I need to fit this?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
The switch is 4x4x2 cm. I'm not sure what's the measurement in units of freedom/bald eagle²
@ilvxor
@ilvxor 3 жыл бұрын
I haven’t being able to find the difference between mini, mini r2 and now this one?? Please
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
This one has ZigBee. Pretty significant change :)
@dankelley9361
@dankelley9361 3 жыл бұрын
New to this type switch, does it hookup directly to SmartThings & can it switch 110 vac? Thx!
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
110VAC is ok and you should be able to use it with smart things hub as it has the ZigBee 3.0
@dankelley9361
@dankelley9361 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for quick response! One more question, I have a low voltage application, I’d like to be able to control a 24vac water valve, do you know of a Zigbee switch that could do that? Thanks in Advance
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Sadly not ZigBee. Bit technically you could remove the relay from PCB and drive another dry contact relay with its signal pin :)
@gonzpilot4616
@gonzpilot4616 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, I'm new with these switches and I want to place some of them in my house and I'm deciding between Sonoff Min (WiFi) and Sonoff ZB Mini (ZigBee), which one is better and why ? if I choose the WiFi one does it take part of my WiFi bandwith slowing down my entire "internet speed" ? Why ZB version over last one (WiFi) ? Thanks in advance.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
I'd go with ZigBee. They act at router for your mesh and are easier to control with 3rd party. WiFi speed wouldn't be affected until you have excess of devices
@gonzpilot4616
@gonzpilot4616 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mat very helpfull
@JasonParthum
@JasonParthum 3 жыл бұрын
I'm in the same boat and decided on Zigbee because I want to add battery powered sensors (PIR and door) and WiFi draws a _lot_ more power.
@evolve2survive324
@evolve2survive324 3 жыл бұрын
@NotEnoughTECH i have to get some new switches, i have to choose between the sonoff mini r2 and the shelly 1. which should i choose and why ? please respond asap, as i ineed to puchase in the next 24 hours.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
It would depend on your application. Shelly 1 has a dry relay while sonoff mini feeds the power through the device. I have a sonoff mini Vs shell 1 video go check it out
@evolve2survive324
@evolve2survive324 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech i already saw that video, but, i wanted to know how the newer sonoff mini r2 compares to the shelly 1 ??
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Changes are small over the original design so the main points stand. The DIY mode is better now so it's little easier to deal with.
@abidhamza9474
@abidhamza9474 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Can I connect A/C or Refrigerator to this device?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
If your device doesn't consume more power than the sonoff is rated for - sure
@maximklimenko2751
@maximklimenko2751 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, is it able to change mode of ZB Mini to pulse mode? it is easy to do with WIFI Mini using Ewelink, but i can`t find how to to same with ZBMini. Maybe with Sonoff zigbee bridge?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 2 жыл бұрын
Pulse mode is done from cloud I believe. What are you using to control the device?
@maximklimenko2751
@maximklimenko2751 2 жыл бұрын
​@@notenoughtech​I`ve connected zbmini to Home Assistant via Sonoff dongle and z2m. And don`t know how to connect zbmini to ewelink app. Was trying to connect using ewelink smart home addon in HA, but there is no settings to change modes for zbmini.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 2 жыл бұрын
You need a hub for ZigBee devices to link it with eWeLink. You can only bind it with eWeLink or HA. You can't have both unless you go with eWeLink API
@maximklimenko2751
@maximklimenko2751 2 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech I think even with eWeLink connection through zigbee hub there is no setting to change mode for zbmini.. or you saw it?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 2 жыл бұрын
I don't recall from my head but you can make a scene for this to toggle it on and off
@Stricks823
@Stricks823 3 жыл бұрын
The app you're using seems to be the ewelink one but you have a dark background, where did you activate that option?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Its from Xiaomi MiUI I can replace all white background with black :)
@Stricks823
@Stricks823 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech oh ok, I have a xiaomi too but I use a custom rom therefore I have that option only on the developer options but it doesn't work perfectly so I don't really use it. Tks anyway
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
It works decently on miui12 not for everything but decent enough not to bother me :)
@Stricks823
@Stricks823 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech It's not the strangest nor the most nerve wracking thing missing on the app, it's just one of the many obvious options the app should have, the one that really gets on my nerves is the sliders to set timers or schedules, damn! Would it be so hard to just simply set the time manually as in let's us do the hard task of typing 4 digits
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Haha :) you can always hook it. Up with NodeRed and use web interface instead :)
@iaincrowley
@iaincrowley 3 жыл бұрын
Ignoring the two gangs of the zemismart, which is the better product? This or the zemismart?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
This one. Zemismart terminals stick out too much and without covering it with the tape you risk shocking yourself
@peca89
@peca89 3 жыл бұрын
ZBMini has finally been delivered to me. I must say I'm not satisfied with the quality of its power supply. It uses an capacitive dropper inside instead of transformer which means that the microcontroller, as well as its S1 and S2 outputs are not isolated from mains power supply. I prefer the design of Basic ZBR3 which has proper transformer. Also, I'm not satisfied with the switch delay of this mini. It's below 500ms, but still noticeable. I'll try to modify the RC circuit near the S1 and S2 inputs in order to reduce debounce time, hoping that debounce delay is not implemented in software.
@peca89
@peca89 3 жыл бұрын
Any hopes for 2-gang version of this?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Not that I know of (yet)
@TheMindwin
@TheMindwin Жыл бұрын
can we connect this to tuya base gateway directly ?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech Жыл бұрын
yup
@TheMindwin
@TheMindwin Жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech thanks for the answer !
@ronm6585
@ronm6585 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mat.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure ;)
@andreassetterlind
@andreassetterlind 3 жыл бұрын
Reason for flashing its firmware could be to add a temperatur sensor or other sensors
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Dev pads are there. The main reason anyone is flashing is to drop the shackles of the cloud imposed. But extra functionality is always welcome
@theodoroslambrou1573
@theodoroslambrou1573 3 жыл бұрын
Can we connect this device to the home assistant? Without flashing tasmota?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
For Nodered there is a eWeLink API node that you could use to link it to... Otherwise you would need tasmota
@theodoroslambrou1573
@theodoroslambrou1573 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech Thanks for the quick reply you deserve a subscribe! Another one, can you suggest me a budget wall switch that can connect to the home assistant? (without tasmota)
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Shelly 1pm has MQTT built in. It's a little more expensive. I just posted video about it about 2h ago. Check it out.
@theodoroslambrou1573
@theodoroslambrou1573 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help
@MexMX
@MexMX 3 жыл бұрын
No inching function in zigbee version, sad.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
You can recreate this with nodered. Search my blog for inching I believe it's associated with 4ch review
@MexMX
@MexMX 3 жыл бұрын
@@notenoughtech Will do, Captain! Thank you.
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Anytime general! 💁
@freezingxie
@freezingxie 3 жыл бұрын
It's zigbee 3.0 ~ so you can not use the CC2531 to conect it : p
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
Wanna bet?
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 3 жыл бұрын
notenoughtech.com/home-automation/sonoff-zb-mini-and-zigbee2mqtt/
@marknhopgood
@marknhopgood 2 жыл бұрын
My connections were labelled N In N In L In L Out Second should be N Out
@notenoughtech
@notenoughtech 2 жыл бұрын
N is shorted internally so it doesn't matter which terminal you use for N
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