Thanks for watching - keeping everyone happy - main goal here :D

With constant power at least humidity, lux and pressure should be viable. Temperature, not sure as those presence sensors can have impact on readings.

Great to hear! Yeah, kitchen should be nice spot to install. I have it at my recording/work area and that one also works nicely. We still are few years of from making them battery powered but that would really be awesome!

Glad you liked it Adi!!!

Coming soon! Thank you! I think next week I'll release video on RoomSenseIQ - again presence sensor, and week after that will be time for Limptech one (with EP Lite after that).

Yeah - power issue... I know that, just we don't have cabinets to talk it in/on :) Just white walls with paintings :) Hope you find a nice place to install it!

@@BeardedTinker I was thinking of hiding one behind the curtains, but you can also hide one under, behind or even inside furniture like a couch. 😉

Glad you liked it!!!

Maybe it will be added in future ZHA/ZB2MQTT updates.

Since you have cats, do you have any tips? Am new to HA. How do you use "focused sensors at the doorways"?

Sometimes simple things are best. Sure, not in all cases, but in some, it's just enough - and no need to over-complicate it.

@@BeardedTinker that very true, the "just what is needed, not everything"-philosophy clashes with ones techieness tho, where I mostly think "well, better to get all available functionality - just in case..." 😁

That would be cool! There are some Tuya ones that are ceiling mounted and look like ceiling lights.

You could install door sensor with magnet at lowest point of the door and get some kind of notification if it's not been closed to predefined period of time. But all depends on how far and what is signal there for zwave/zigbee or least preferred wifi.

Nobody is forcing you - I said that this may be enough for some. Of course, looking at the price, zy-m100 is about 1.5-2 times more expensive than SNZB-06P, but if you need bulkier device for mounting and also more options and ability to customise setting, you can go for it, or DIY or EP 1,... There are tone of options.

I've got about 15 of the ZY-M100 and they are fantastic. Recently switched over to the home assistant ZHA stick and after trying multiple custom quirks finally found one that exposes all the entities.

Can you post a link to the custom quirk? Are they good? I have just ordered my first one so hopefully it works well. Thanks

​@@MrDead1975Hi, Can you please send a link to the ZY-M100 you have as well as quirk for zha ? Does it also work for the ceiling version of the ZY-M100 ? 5.8 or 24 GHz ? Thx

@@MrDead1975 does it still detect you when sitting really still? If I'm reading something they all report me as away. Tried multiple placements.

True. ZB2MQTT usually has better custom quirks disabling non functional parts. ZHA is a bit slower with that. BTW - price just got released, and for 14.90 USD, I think it's a very good option!

Not sure if battery power can be done here - it needs constant power for presence sensor to scan area.

Thank you! You should be OK in bathroom. It's not IP rated, but normal bathroom use should be OK. As far as flipping it, yes, you can do it - just remember to rotate the zones if you are using it.

That can be a problem. I have few motion sensor - purposely located in such a way that people are not sure if it's sensor or camera :D But that's me :)

Thank you very much - much appreciated!!! As for outside detection. Some have partial "view" through walls, but not thick ones. But you should be able to use it outside although it's not weather proof.

Thanks for the answer @@BeardedTinker ! I think i'll try with one of these then, It might work under a wall overhang.

No way to do it in Home Assistant.

False positives, yes when I was also pointing towards glass. But in normal room, not so much. As for sleeping - can't really tell - as I have always some movement, because of the dog. Will try it in kids room and report back.

It can, but depends on wall type of course angle and distance

Wasn't expecting that price TBH - I thought that 20$ would me minimum or 25 most likely...

@@BeardedTinker ya awesome. Using ZHA so I hope all the sensor attributes are accessible.

@@drumslapper as in video - currently only presence one is visible. And that should be enough for some use cases.

I'm having issues with these on my 5ghz wifi. Since these work in that range, I believe it is swamping my network. Investigating the issue.

ZigBee ones? Have you tested your frequency and channels before setting up ZigBee. Try to avoid channels that overlap between WiFi and ZigBee.

These devices are not yet available outside Sonoff web site. Other devices are available on Amazon, but not this one!!!

It needs a ZigBee coordinator - without it, the device can't connect to the local network.

No, there would be no way for them to wake-up except based on internal timer. Unfortunately, they need to be constantly powered as the battery would deplete very fast due to the mmWave sensor. Someone could potentially use one with deep sleep that also has a PIR sensor for wake-up. But not sure what power use of the PIR sensor is. So, this is more theoretical than an actual solution.

Any time Ron! Thank you!

Few things could be going on - thin walls and sensor is picking movement in rooms nearby, vent is bathroom that triggers sensor, radiator and air circulation moving towels nearby... I haven't seen false triggers in my setup (still at same position as it was when doing testing and recording), but it's very subjective to sensor placement. BTW - there is firmware update, try updating it if you are using (latest) Zigbee2MQTT - this could help, maybe.

I'm divided here - for some things, power is better, for others, I need batteries. Also, most of them are optimised and battery lasts 2+ years (for CR2032) or can be recharged (AA or AAA).

😂 - I have to keep low here - there are just to many packages arriving and stuff all over the place. If it's just cables, I'm ok with that 😂

It's not available. Would need to remove support from zigbee2mqtt and try to pull all it provides, but currently both ZHA and ZB2MQTT don't expose it.

There is illuminace as in bright/dim state but not number. And there are sensitivity settings - low/medium/high - that's it. At least in HA with Zigbee2MQTT.

There are ceiling room sensors - these could be the ones you're looking for. www.zigbee2mqtt.io/devices/MIR-HE200-TY.html I haven't tried them, but seem that some are very happy with how they work.

There is light sensor and it's working ih HA, BUT only with Z2M - ZHA currently doesn't expose it. But that's whole other ZHA/Zigbee2MQTT story - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/paybn7qns7a2c6M.html

@@BeardedTinker Thanks for the reply, appreciated 😎 I thought Z2M was just more advanced but you would still get the same access to the sensors with ZHA… So, from looking at your listed video, it’s probably just a matter of waiting until it get included in ZHA… I should have researched better before buying these.. Thanks again 👍🏻

Hi there, I switched over to Z2M and re-added the devices. The Sonoff presence sensor now shows luminance albeit very limited, only shows bright & dim. However, when trying to access the luminance in an automation it isn’t available to use, I’ve never saw this before, have you? Thanks, Mac

@@macartanmcquaid22 you should have sensor with illuminance with state bright or dim. You can use that as condition in automation.

@@macartanmcquaid22 - same as with motion sensor, in condition try using entity state and not device state. This should work: condition: state entity_id: sensor.snzb_06p_illumination state: dim

No, I've heard people having issues - for me SPN01 (energy monitoring) is one spamming the networks with 2-3 messages every 3 seconds. Linptech presence sensors is next one. Did you update the firmware? If I recall, there was FW updated in last 2 weeks.

@@BeardedTinker Thanks for the reply. I've just received mine today and updated to 1.0.5 via OTA Z2MQTT. Also seen a GitHub post where you can change the distance sensitivity and occupancy timeout via the Dev Consol. Reports 'Clear' status to c. 15 seconds now and quite handy

Awesome!! Have fun with it!!!

Really not sure. Would need to remove support from ZB2MQTT and try to add it by hand to see what is exposed but missing.

Yeah, that will not do form what I've tested.

Especially with price - it's now available for 14.90 USD - and that is less than Aqara Motion sensors... itead.cc/product/sonoff-zigbee-human-presence-sensor/ref/132/

@@BeardedTinker That's the question - this one including tax and shipping costs is for me USD 23,35 and you have to solve the powering including the USB cable. Aqara ZB can be bought for approx. USD 15+ / piece with VAT and shipping included, powered by a battery. Having a problem with Aqara motion in my kitchen (to choose between a long dead time period or to be in motion keeping sensor "alive") I added radar Tuya ZY-M100-S_1 and it works for me quite well keeping the light on when standing by the desk. Unfortunately the device has some issue which I have to manage in HA automation. Nevermind it will depend on every single user where and what preferences he has.

There is market for each one of them. For me motion detection is enough in 99% cases. Presence sensor is not something I'm actively looking at. But there are definitely areas where it's better than just having motion.

There are few things you may try, I'll start with what I use, but that's also maybe the most expensive option - tado AC controller. Next, I would recommend something like ZigBee or WiFi IR blaster. I did a video a few weeks ago about ZigBee one. But there are WiFi versions too.

Thank you! Tado dont seem to have the presence sensor integrated, or im not seeing one that has? My initial idea was to use one of modern presence sensor with assistant automation and trigger the power of the AC with a compatible relay. That is a solution I am seeking guidance for. @@BeardedTinker

Tado does have presence data - I pull it in HA, but just as suplement to data from HA Companion app on mobile phones. BUT - not sure if AC controller also pushes that to HA, as I've had from earlier tado thermostat and valves. Since app uses tracker to see if AC/heating need to be on or off and when to start or stop heating or cooling, my guess is that it does send it for AC too. Your idea is simples, that for sure - just make sure AC will start if you just power it on and not go in standby.

@@BeardedTinker Thanks! So in your opinion what sensor and relay should I go for?

I don't use E version - I have it on stock firmware but haven't had time to tackle the upgrade to better FW. As for P dongle - I do use it, but mixed with others. For testing I use P dongle, SkyConnect and Yellow with Skyconnect. For my setup, I have old(er) slae.sh stick (similar to P).

As in this one has no zones, while some others has? EP1, EP Lite and some others do.

@@BeardedTinker Thanks for the info. Device looks interesting, however it seems not to be Zigbee compatible.

Ok, so ZigBee one with zones. Aqara? Did you see that one?

@@BeardedTinker Yes I got the FP1 which is great and can manage enter / leave (right / left). You can also intercept those events in combination with Presence state to make a counter which is great but I don't think we can go as far as FP2 do, which is a Wifi product :/

Good question - can't tell you as I avoid Aqara lately for newer products and haven't tested it. I still have older devices and buy those, but nothing newer. I presume that FP2 has higher range, more configuration options + much higher price.

True, if you have them - we have open space, white walls and paintings - no cupboards 😂

That's right, and also 1/3 of a cost 😉

New EP Lite from Lewis will be a bit more expensive in price but will have zones and ability to configure sensitivity.

I don't have new IKEA hub and not using old one anymore. BUT I don't think it can be paired with it, Dirigera needs to have support for it.

@@BeardedTinker Thanks anyway. FYI the new dirigera ikea hub supports some third party devices including some sonoff devices, I am hoping it could handle this occupancy sensor, even exposed as a motion sensor would be good enough.

Battery powered? If you do, drop a link. Would love to see it.

@@BeardedTinker no battery, i want to use them with the wled power. have 5V up to 12v there. may need a step down pololu similar board.

I think "USB connection is a joke" is a little unkind. For most users it's simple, cheap and convenient. If you have something less common, like a QuinLED baord with convenient DC power, about $6 will get you a DC to USB convertor and save you the hassle of building your own sensor. If you enjoy building your own, that doesn't make the manufacturer's decision a joke, just less suited to your specific needs.

Yes, but also, it would be so huge due to battery size.

​@@BeardedTinkerIt's a good trade-off IMO

But she's also right, looks better with no wires

@@BeardedTinker I agree. If I could run the cable behind the wall, etc, that would be great.

Sorry to hear that. I'm still using mine and haven't seen those issues. I't located in very busy place, but it really works nicely - haven't seen any false positive in a long time. What happens when you position it somewhere else? As they are really sensitive it can pick up lot of things (vent, curtains, ...)

😉😇😂 Working on it, but let's keep it quiet for now 😂😂😂