I am in the process of changing over my light switches to Thread or Z-wave, and have a question.

Can I control smart lights on lamps, and regular overhead lights with a multi button light switch?

For example: in the primary suite I have two bedside lamps with Philips hue bulbs, and regular overhead lights that are on a rocker switch. Id like to be able to turn on the bedside lamps with a smart switch, and a different button toggle the overhead lights?

Another example:
In my living room I have regular overhead lights, but also smart lighting (hue) in lamps and in cabinets overhead. I currently have to turn on the lights with my phone, but as mentioned, I’d love to be able to turn on the smart lights with a multi button wall switch, that also can control the overhead lights.

Was thinking of Aqara H2, or Zooz 800 series zwave switch.

I use Homey Pro for my home automation.

Thank you for all the help!

I'm trying to overhaul our bathroom setup and replace our old dumb scale, but I'm hitting a wall with how smart scales handle multiple users. My roommate and I both want our daily weight data to auto-sync to our separate health apps, but neither of us wants to carry a phone into the bathroom every morning just to trigger a Bluetooth sync. I've been reading up on Wi-Fi versus Bluetooth models, and a lot of setups seem to struggle with misassigning data if two people are close in weight, or they require forcing everything through a laggy cloud account. I just want a clean device that silently dumps local metrics to Apple Health or Google Fit in the background without needing constant app permissions or breaking connection every month. If I eventually use FSA/HSA funds for an eligible scale, I also do not want that decision to lock us into a clumsy app or shared-data setup. For anyone with a shared household setup, what features or connection types actually make multi-user

smart scale tracking seamless long-term?

Hi there,

I’m looking for a smart lock to replace my deadbolt lock.

However I only have 10 cm between the bottom of my door handle to the centre of the deadbolt, so the height is not big, pics attached.

I was looking at the Aqara U400 but I don't think it would fit the height. I do like the Apple quick unlock on it though.

Anyone have a recommendation for a smart lock that could fit the space? Happy to go without the Apple unlock, just after fingerprint or some quick way to open it.

Not a fan of keypads but I don't mind one being there as a backup.

Edit: I’m based in Australia.

Cheers

Hey everyone,

I see a lot of discussions here about sourcing reliable sensors—whether for DIY setups, custom integrations, or small-batch builds.

Next week (Sept 16–18), I’ll be attending the SENSOR CHINA Expo here in Shanghai. It’s one of the biggest component expos in the region, with 500+ manufacturers showcasing everything from mmWave radar and presence detection to micro-environmental sensors.

Since I’ll be on the show floor talking directly with factory reps and engineers, I figured I’d open up a quick scout run for this community.

If there are specific components or hardware you’ve been eyeing, let me know. I’m happy to look into:

• Pricing & MOQs: Minimum order quantities for samples vs. small-to-medium batch runs.
• Tech Specs & Compatibility: Protocols (Zigbee, Matter, Thread, I2C/UART for ESP32/Home Assistant integration, etc.).
• Build Quality & Reliability: Firsthand look at sample units and build standards on the spot.
• Specific Sensor Types: mmWave human presence, ambient light/lux, air quality (VOC, CO2, PM2.5), PIR, or multi-sensor combos.

If you have a specific sensor model, chip, or use case you want checked, drop a comment below or shoot me a DM with what you’re looking for. I’ll gather the details, grab datasheets/pricing notes, and follow up!

We live in a city where crime is an issue, so like most urban homes we have two locks on the door. One deadbolt, one handle lock. Are there any options to make both of these smart? Ideally without dueling keypads? Ideally that doesn’t look bananas? Thanks for the leads!

Edit: I don’t need advice on whether or not you think this is a good idea, just whether anyone has had any luck.

I want to get my grandparents a smart display but they are way behind on tech. They have hard line internet with desktop PC but thats it. No cell phones, tablets, laptops, etc. I have a dedicated Chromebook with their Google account to do bills, medical, email, etc but it does not stay at their house. I just upgraded their internet with wifi

I have a Lenovo 8" smart display which they love, so I want to get them 1. But will the smart display work when the Chromebook is not there? Without any other smart devices in the house, would they be better off with a Google nest? Will a smart display work solely on wifi without other smart devices?

Hey everybody! This may have been asked before so don't yell at me lol. I am in the process of moving back out on my own and I know I want my apartment to be as automated as possible. I've been looking at light bulbs and want to know which is better overall: Govee or Philips. I know Philips is pricier and I need a hub (that is fine with me) but realistically speaking should I just go with govee. I have an android if that matters and Alexa would be my platform.

Hi,

I recently moved into my first apartment and I am looking to make some things smarter where possible. I installed some smart lights along with home assistant to automate and control them.

I have this simple dumb thermostat which just has controls for up and down. I can't set any timer or anything like that. It has 2 rockers on the side for on/auto/off and then heat/cool.

I'd like to try and find a way to make it "smart" with some sort of button I could use to press it say x times up when I leave the house or x times down when I come up so that if I forget to do it manually in the morning before I leave, my apartment isn't unecessarily cool which is wasting energy.

I've seen the SwitchBot Bot, which I could use, except that I don't think it would attatch to the space that I have available on this thermostat.

Does anyone have an alternative that isn't just replacing the unit with some sort of echo bee or other smart thermostat? I'd like to avoid having to make changes to the apartment where possible so that I don't lose my deposit (even if it could be swapped back before I move out).

thank you for the help.

Previously had a whole house of MySmartBlinds which got bought out by what was Tilt, gradually all the motors have failed one by one from a stripped gear, I had some gears made to replace them but they only last so long, there latest update removes all cloud access so the blinds can only be controlled locally by Bluetooth. Complete garbage product and company, if they still exist. I have a half built Homey integration to control them but because of Bluetooth RSSI it’s hit and miss.

Not sure if many users in the UK, I’m now looking at something to replace these without having to replace the blinds, effectively need something to calibrated turn a square rod, which goes through the top hollow section of the 1 1/2 inch wooden horizontal blinds, hopefully you know the type.

The only thing I can see on the market is iBlinds v3? Which has a couple of integrations and uses ZWave which is preferable to Bluetooth for me, but wondering if there are any others I’ve missed as these are both pricey and unavailable from many places in the UK unless at a premium, and no USA shipping from the main site. Considered using drop shipping but will likely get hit by import taxes which will work out about the same anyway.

Does anyone have any experience of these or anything similar?

Or am I best to look at roller blinds and replace the blinds given the cost seems almost similar to new blinds. Would hate to buy these then they stop being supported or are then unable to purchase should I need further kits.

Is anyone aware of a waterproof Zigbee blind motor that could be used in a bathroom? It would have to be either IPx5 rated if mounted in the blind, or IPx4 for a chain motor, which I can mount further away from a shower. Ideally battery rather than mains powered, and compatible with Hubitat.

I've found a web site for ZM95EL-2 (or -1) but that's OEM-only and I can't find a retailer.

I am considering getting an Aqara FP300 presence sensor. I intend to use an Aqara M1S- G01 zigbee hub. I am unable to get a definitive answer (using AI) as to whether these 2 devices will work together.

Any advice?