Best Contact Sensors for Home Assistant (WATCH before you BUY!!)
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Күн бұрынIn this video I review ten different smart contact sensors that work with #HomeAssistant using Zigbee Home Automation (ZHA) and Z-Wave JS. I tested each #contactsensor and compare them, so you can decide which one is right for your #smarthome.
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-- Contact Sensors in this video --
Aqara: amzn.to/30jFxzn
Sengled: amzn.to/3oKY54R
Linkind: amzn.to/3ykfeFV
Sonoff: amzn.to/3GA1KIR
ThirdReality: amzn.to/3ILRvTC
AduroSmart: amzn.to/3yhsoUb
Centralite: amzn.to/3yi9yw0
Ecolink: amzn.to/3rwb2Bv
Aeotec: amzn.to/3DlHkl4
Fibaro: amzn.to/31gH8Ga
Zooz Open | Close Sensor: www.thesmartesthouse.com/prod...
SmartThings Aeotec MP Sensor: amzn.to/3EZVPwg
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:53 Requirements (Important)
02:33 Aqara
04:00 Sengled
05:06 Linkind
07:08 Sonoff
07:57 ThirdReality
09:44 AduroSmart ERIA
11:17 Centralite
13:14 Ecolink
15:54 Aeotec
18:24 Fibaro
20:53 Recommended and Honorable Mentions
22:53 Wouldn't Recommend
23:45 Thanks for watching!
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@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Written version is here! What are your favorites? www.makeitwork-tech.com/best-contact-sensors-for-home-assistant/
@FrankGraffagnino 2 жыл бұрын
thank you for mentioning that you avoided products that rely on a connection to the cloud.
@SlackerLabs 2 жыл бұрын
Massive review! Well done! Love the detail on all the choices.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff, much appreciated! Thanks for the footage for the Ecolink!
@GMoneyLove Жыл бұрын
Top-notch reviews. I really appreciate the easy-to-understand and thoroughness of your videos... a great help for a newbie to home automation!
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Thanks!! More coming! Smart Locks, and at some point smart bulbs!
@thierry3610 2 жыл бұрын
Such an extensive & informative review, great work. Subbed!
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much!!
@narshimagoudpalakurla9651 2 жыл бұрын
Subbed ! A good comparison of all perspectives .
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙏
@nvprophecy 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing review! Thanks for doing this review.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad it helped!
@dominicschober7889 2 жыл бұрын
subscribed for appreciation of your videos, great help!
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!!
@goodcitizen4587 11 ай бұрын
Very cool, thanks for doing this. I'm using the Ecolink.
@makeitworktech 11 ай бұрын
Nice! I converted my Ecolink into a bed sensor!
@TimelessPublicClassics Жыл бұрын
you got me with that free subscription line bro, nice work.
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Haha thanks dude!
@Fconig1 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for these comparison videos, they are a massive time and money saver! I have another comparison idea for you, it seems there are no good ZigBee and zwave smart outlet comparisons (I have been searching for hours). All the ones that exist are for wifi based ones. Would love to see a comparison of smart outlets (the ones that plug into a existing outlet) with if they report energy use, are mesh network repeaters and what their listed max load is.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Great idea! I'll add that one to the list, I hadn't thought of those. I also plan to do motion sensors as well
@guentherh8807 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. If you added the overview table of the written version to the end of the video it would be really amazing
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! I'll try and do that for the next comparison!
@SmartAktau 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@frogjmon Жыл бұрын
LPT re the Aeotec sensor, depending on the magnet sensitivity (I would recommend testing it first) you should be able to install it on the hinge side of the door or along the top of the door, not limited to near the door knob as shown in the video if you're really concerned about aesthetics.
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Ah that's a good idea! Might give that a shot!
@briguymaine Жыл бұрын
That's how I have mounted mine... with the magnet in the door and the sensor in the door frame above. That keeps the sensor protected from weather, in the wooden frame instead of inside a metal door potentially, and truly out of sight. Rarely does anybody look up!
@JeroenTraa 2 жыл бұрын
I really like your comparison videos. I would like to see a motion sensor comparison. I use a hacked aqara one but it has some bugs and I want to replace it.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I am working on a motion sensor video but unfortunately it won't be released until January. There is one by digiblur that's ok, you could watch that one if you are hoping to buy one now!
@coedshowers 2 жыл бұрын
I use my eco sensor terminals hooked to a rfid reader $20 on amazon .
@rhosk 2 жыл бұрын
Great review - sub'd! I just purchased the Aqara door/window sensors (2) and a temp sensor with their M2 hub. I can't for the life of me include them in my Home Assistant. What integration do you have as featured in your video? Would love the battery status and open/closed feature!
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron, thanks! Glad it helped! I use ZHA (ZigBee Home Automation) for the ZigBee devices (Aqara and others) in Home Assistant. Instead of using a manufacturer's hub like Aqara's, I used a ZigBee USB radio like the Conbee ii. Plugging it into a USB port on your RPi or other Home Assistant device will cause it to show up as a detected device by ZHA in the devices and services page. I have a video detailing how to set it up if you're interested: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o9uKhpNezdmZqmQ.html
@sandrofabbro9385 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video, I have to say that in the list should be also xiaomi MCCGQ11LM with have also temperature sensor
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Never seen that before! I'll have to check it out ✅
@vegaswayne247 2 жыл бұрын
I use these "10pcs RC-33 NC Recessed Wired Window Door Contact Sensor Alarm Magnetic Reed Switch White" from Amazon. They are cheaper by far than any of the ones you reviewed ($1.39/each) and don't need batteries. Connect them to and ESP 32 or 8266 board and use ESPHome to control them. They are also totally concealed when properly installed. It does require running wires through your attic.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
That sounds like fun! I need to try messing with ESP boards... Never ventured to try
@PoisonWaffle3 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, generic NO/NC reed switches on an ESP work great! That's how I wired up my garage door open/closed sensors (instead of with ZigBee contract sensors) and I use the same ESP to control the relay that opens/closes the doors. The next upgrade to my garage door is to replace the ESP8266 with a PoE powered ESP32. ZigBee contact sensors are pretty darn handy for places where hardwired ones can't be cleanly installed though. Another alternative for things like closet lights is a mains voltage hinge switch. It's not smart, but gets the job done. Open the door, the switch closes and it physically turns on the light.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Cool ideas. I'll have to get an ESP32 to tinker! Yeah I agree, places like closets don't always need connected smart lighting
@smccomas01 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech Do it!!! It is satisfying, and frustrating at times building your own stuff.
@mariofonseca7150 Ай бұрын
Totally did not expect to find Rocket League content in this video
@makeitworktech Ай бұрын
Wait where?? The Displate on my door?
@sebastianmontenegro7094 Жыл бұрын
Hi, Thx a lot for this video. Just amazing. I would like to know is if I need the Aqara hub or I can use my Philips bridge. I'll use it with home assistance but I need to know if I need the hub to configure it. Thx a lot
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I'm not sure, I've never used a Huge bridge, but I think you need a supported ZigBee coordinator like Aqara hub or SmartThings Hub or HA with ZigBee stick
@gregg2233 2 жыл бұрын
I would have like to seen your review on the sensative strips. I am looking for an outdoor solution.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Ah yes, there were too many to choose from! Maybe I could do a part 2 at some point. How are the reviews for those?
@ufninuyasha 2 жыл бұрын
I managed to snag a couple of the Aeotec Multipurpose Sensors a couple of months ago on Amazon. I think I got them for $36 each. I have them on my washer and dryer doors to trigger voice notifications on one of our Echo Dots when they are done based on the vibration sensors (have them set to trigger the automation after the vibration has stopped for a set time). I'm still messing with the conditions to get them to only trigger if the contact sensor is closed for a certain amount of time, but that doesn't seem to want to work as well as I'd like or how I thought the conditions worked. I'm also still trying to figure out a way to trigger the voice automation without the virtual button setup in SmartThings, but to trigger from HA instead so that I can stop using the SmartThings hub. The virtual buttons are the only things still being used on that hub since I migrated almost everything to HA.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Ah yes, the virtual button trick! You can use TTS in HA to trigger those notifications, and a helper can act like a virtual switch. Cool automation! I do washer and dryer notifications with smart plugs
@ufninuyasha 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech I actually JUST figured out how to use the "Call service" function in the Actions section when creating automations. That paired with the Alexa Media Player did the trick!
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! There is so much I still don't know about HAn
@BigTadger Жыл бұрын
I've always found aqara works best for me especially speed wise it's instant with okay ish range
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Yeah take is ok, but otherwise great products!
@kristinespeer2852 Жыл бұрын
Does Aqaura have a set up video? I can’t find one. Does it cost money to use the connection program “zingbee”??
@nightsky549 2 жыл бұрын
I bought the Zooz off of your reviews in this video. Thanks for the indepth review! Have you done any motion sensor comparisons? I’m working on an automatic Roomba zone kick off if motion is detected by the litter boxes.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad it helped! I'm working on motion sensor comparison now, but I haven't done one before. Don't wait on me! Haha
@nightsky549 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech I ended up going with Phillips Hue's - we'll see how that goes. Thanks again for the videos! I'm working through the Fully Kiosk ones now haha
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Hope it works well!
@mrunneals Жыл бұрын
Many of these show up with a temp sensor or a tamper sensor when used with zigbee2mqtt instead of zha.
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I have contemplated switching to Z2M, but it is not the official integration for Zigbee in HA, and is not as clean and polished in my opinion. I actual run both of them, but for new users I still would recommend ZHA
@Notmy00000 2 жыл бұрын
I miss the Neo CoolCam Z-Wave Plus Sensor. there are two versions! a bit big but I don't mind
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Never heard of it!
@Notmy00000 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech maybe only for the european market, renamed
@anubhavjain700 10 ай бұрын
If talking about sonoff, Do we need zigbee hub or can we directly pair it with home assistant?
@makeitworktech 9 ай бұрын
If you have a zigbee coordinator connected to your home assistant instance, no hub needed
@CNCPRINTBLOGSPOT 2 жыл бұрын
Ive more than 10 aquara sensors like you'd showed, they are all loosing connection after a few weeks...bought aeotec for testing
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Strange, maybe too far from the hub? Mine have been going strong for a long time!
@CNCPRINTBLOGSPOT 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech jop i think so too, 160 sqm. and no repeater in between.
@demorez5 2 жыл бұрын
my aquara door sensors paired via deconz/phoscon have a (very inaccurate) temperature sensor. i wonder if your version is without the sensor or ZHA is just not showing it
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Apparently there is a new version of the Aqara door sensor that has a temp sensor inside. The one I reviewed in this video is the original
@bayork 11 ай бұрын
I have 4 of the Third Reality and 3 work perfect and the 4th is not reliable. But, the reason is my back Garage has a metal door, metal roof and metal on the inside. Anyone use a zigbee repeater or Amazon echo gen 4 as a repeater. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks
@kerbalette156 2 жыл бұрын
which zigbee bridge would you recommend to use with home assistant?
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
It depends on if you're in the US or not, and also what Zigbee integration you plan to use. If in the US and only using ZHA, the Nortek stick is great because it has both Zigbee and Z-Wave radios, but it isn't supported by Zigbee2MQTT. I've used the Conbee II without issues, as well as the Sonoff Zigbee 3.0, and am actually planning on testing the CC2531 which is cheapest. Any of these 3 are supported by ZHA and Z2M. Sonoff may have the longest range since it has an antenna, but I'm not sure
@TheScottsman6 Жыл бұрын
Tried adding the Centralite to my zigbee HA system and the open/closed sensor wouldn’t work. Configure yes, temp and batt yes, open/closed nope. Suggestions?
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Hmmm, is it there as a disabled sensor? Did you try to remove and re-pair it?
@photelegy 2 жыл бұрын
Are there Door/Window sensors which can also detect 3 states? I have a window with the functionality to tilt. So I would love to have a sensor which can sense this. E.g. when closed the sensors are
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Looks like this one has tilt! I haven't ever tried it so can't say how well it works: amzn.to/39gh42r
@photelegy 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech Ok, thanks. But I think for this price I just buy 2 normal ones and combine them in HomeAssistant to have the tilt functionality.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, pretty expensive for what you getn
@---nw9qu 2 жыл бұрын
What do you use as your zigbee coordinator? I've been using a CC2531 usb stick on a raspberry pi, but it has started being problematic ( most my sensors will no longer pair).
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
I use a conbee ii on my test setup and a Nortek stick on my main (that one supports Zigbee and Z-Wave in one)
@---nw9qu 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech Thanks. Have you heard any good/bad reports of the Sonoff zigbee 3.0 dongle? I know it's TI chip based too, but is a later chipset. I want to try something else but want to keep it fairly inexpensive since I don't use a lot of zigbee.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't either way! Maybe too soon to tell?
@2gnospam Жыл бұрын
Did you try removing printed logos via acetone?
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
No I don't have any, but that's a good idea!
@Techlifeandmore 7 ай бұрын
What about the Ring contact sensor?
@makeitworktech 7 ай бұрын
I couldn't source one at the time unfortunately.
@SakibIqbal0 Жыл бұрын
I would love to know which devices are capable of performing offline operations using the home assistant environment? Also, it would be beneficial in the future if you mention local operation compatibility for the other stuff you review. I really appreciate your great content. Thanks.
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
1:05 indicates that they are only Zigbee or Z-Wave devices only, which means they work locally. In all future reviews I have mentioned this. Thanks for watching!
@lucvandyck 2 жыл бұрын
Thx for the video. My Aqara contact sensor also shows the temperature, but this is clearly not correct. It's attached to the garage door and it shows 21° while the outside temperature right now is 9°. Yours doesn't show this temperature sensor.
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Luc, you may have a different model Aqara sensor! I understand that they make one that has a temperature sensor, but I've never seen it
@alexcd5122 5 ай бұрын
What is the delay for each of them?
@makeitworktech 5 ай бұрын
Not sure
@nehajain2974 Жыл бұрын
I have a tuya based contact sensor. I have the local key, id and the ip address for it, I am not able to add it to local tuya in homeassistant. Please guide how can I add it via .yaml configuration to local tuya. Kindly guide.
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Hi, the best guide I saw was my Mark Watt Tech, but I don't use local Tuya at all. Sorry about that!
@nehajain2974 Жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech OK thanks
@lsismeiro 2 жыл бұрын
No scratching needed to remove from sight the brand, just a white tale. 😊
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
That works too 😂
@JohanKesti Жыл бұрын
Never buying Aqara again. Had several aqua sensors and door sensors. Buggy as hell, they'll drop from the network and will not work when you need it to. Invest in some Z-wave sensors if you want the device to stay in grid. Have had a Fibaro sensor for three years and it has never dropped from the grid.
@drumbyte Жыл бұрын
I was expecting you to measure the magnetic distance of each sensor.
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
It's more about the magnet than the sensor I believe
@photelegy 2 жыл бұрын
15:50 What are those "disabled enteties"?
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Been sitting in my drawer, had to re-add this one! They are a bunch of entities that don't do anything. One is called "Any", another is "Cover Status", another is "Door State", another is "Battery Maintenance". None actually work when you enable them
@photelegy 2 жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech Ok, thanks. I really hoped it would be some kind of magnet-strength value. I hoped to estimate the distance so I could have 3 states like window closed (2cm).
@makeitworktech 2 жыл бұрын
Ah that would be cool!
@gregorymyres Жыл бұрын
Aquara was a disaster for me. I couldn’t get them to connect consistently and I spent hundreds on them
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that! I have heard that they don't work well with some Zigbee repeaters, so if you have them at the edge of your mesh network, they may not communicate properly. I have had great experience with them so far
@vigasan Жыл бұрын
I made a wifi contact sensor for home assistant that is so thin that it is practically invisible
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@mmicky175 4 ай бұрын
Oh come where is Ring and Hue
@makeitworktech 4 ай бұрын
Not sure Hue even had one back when I made this. Ring were too expensive I think. Been a while
@mmicky175 4 ай бұрын
@@makeitworktech given the saga with Eufy you cannot be seriously recommending Chinese tech please
@Illumiae 2 жыл бұрын
Don't glue the magnets in! Wrap them in double-sided tape!
@charlesdarwin6349 Жыл бұрын
Hive? Bosch? ….. why buy Chinese spyware?
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
🤣 I guess those systems haven't EVOLVED enough to work with Home Assistant. The Chinese can't spy on you when you use Home Assistant 😁
@charlesdarwin6349 Жыл бұрын
@@makeitworktech after the balloon incident, why take the risk. By giving Chinese products access to your Wi-Fi, you are yourself creating a back door to PLA hackers
@makeitworktech Жыл бұрын
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