5 Awesome Aqara HomeKit Automation Ideas + How To Setup!

[@AdamsTechLife]

What automations have you created with Aqara products? Here’s 10 MORE ideas ➡️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/laa1gn6Npsd-qq8

[@TheBradLloyd]

Great stuff Adam! Gotta love those midnight snacks but totally agree an automation is the way to go instead of using Siri in the middle of the night! All of these ideas are 👌🏼🤩!

[@AdamsTechLife]

Hahaha thanks a bunch!

[@missj7765]

I just started to get into home automation and trying to figure out what products I need since I close on my home in a few days and these were all great ideas especially the night automation. Thank you for sharing.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and found it helpful. Thanks for watching! 😊 congrats on the new house!

[@kickboxer8173]

thanks man. couldnt figure this thing out in a million years worthout you

[@AdamsTechLife]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching and for your comment! 😊

[@kickboxer8173]

@@AdamsTechLifeby the way. i only have two plugs. doorbell thing and the camera hub inside that motion senses. ah plus two door sensors. my system is simple. maybe in the future ill rewatch this video. cause it seems like rocket science.

[@gloom7704]

Great Ideas, I really like them😊 Idea for the midnight snack kitchen automation thing: Why not using room assistant on a raspberry pi zero to check, if you are in the room at night? But it only works, if you have the phone with you in the kitchen

[@AdamsTechLife]

I don’t like use a home bridge lol Thanks for watching! 😊

[@regislangelier4235]

Very good! Thanks

[@AdamsTechLife]

Glad I could help!

[@fitriakis]

Awesome tips! I have a question though: Since the M1S has a speaker and can play chimes with Aqara doorbell devices, can it also play chimes with other non-Aqara smart doorbells thats connected to Homekit?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Not that i know of, the aqara chime sounds aren't exposed to HomeKit and thus couldn't be used with other non aqara doorbells. You can create your own sound though but can't use the sounds from the aqara app. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@LacayoDe]

This video was sooooooooo useful now I can use the cube for things that aren’t aqara

[@AdamsTechLife]

So glad you enjoyed the video and found a new use for your Aqara cube. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@ron9530]

Thanks for the ideas! My question is how do you apply an automation to several like sensors? Example: I have 5 Aqara leak detectors and want flashing lights if any of them detect a leak. Can that be done or do you have to set up an automation for each and every one individually? Also I noticed a change. Most sensors not longer appear in the add automations/scenes. However you can find a "add automation" option in the sensors setting screen. Guessing this was a change due to the latest HomeKit version. Not sure I like how they display and treat sensors this way. Especially that "water" icon at the top!

[@AdamsTechLife]

Hello, thanks for your comment. I do believe you'd have to create multiple automations for the sensors, especially for home app automations. The sensor icon change in the home app is strange. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@zhangbenz5421]

I am really curious how did you fade in and fade out your smart lights?

[@AdamsTechLife]

if you're talking about the overhead lights in the kitchen, those are Philips Hue recessed lights and do that by default. I didn't have to set up or change anything. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@atendero1988]

Awesome Video. Btw which are those downlights flashing blue?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and found it helpful. Those are Philips Hue downlights. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@nicole-or5up]

Great video. Thank you. For the security part,if the trigger device is Aqara g2H camera, will it able to tell the difference between human movement / normal motion detect ? Thank you

[@AdamsTechLife]

So I don’t have that camera anymore so i can’t say for certain but if was to guess i would say no. I don’t remember human detection being an option as a trigger, just regular motion. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the video! 😊

[@rhmsantos]

For the door opening alarm, I have noticed the min you can choose is 5 sec delay. Would it be possible to set the alarm to trigger immediately as the main purpose of my needs is to control if my son sneak out during the evening

[@AdamsTechLife]

disable the exit alarm delay toggle and see if that works

[@johnvanzyl4420]

What a cool video. Thanks man.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and found it helpful. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@jdoucette4592]

My cats will love that cube.

[@AdamsTechLife]

🤣🤣🤣 Thanks for watching! 😊

[@jasonrandall7202]

Great video. Aqara is new to me can you post a list of all the devices you are using? I am looking at setting up alarm system.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Hey Jason! Thanks for your comment! I have a whole video on that. Look at the 10 automation ideas video I have and in the description is what I use! Thanks for watching! 😊 you’ll love Aqara!

[@Hikerhikeshikes19]

Do I need a button to sync both Aqara and HomeKit to, let’s say night guard, at the same time? Or can I just switch my HomeKit to Night and it will arm my home guard in Aqara?

[@AdamsTechLife]

the status auto syncs between the aqara and home app so if it get's changed to home mode in the aqara app, it'll sync to apple home and vice versa

[@ErzTubeHD]

Aqara Mi Switch isnt shown in my home app… also what does your system arm when you just go out for the mailbox?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Mi switch? Do yo mean the wireless mini switch? The switch can arm the security system, but if you're not leaving the house you probably dont want anything to arm

[@MrWonderbread1984]

Any idea if you could create a shortcuts automation that will sound the alarm through all your HomePods in the house if the sensors are triggered?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Ehh, yes but it’s complicated and doesn’t use the alarm sounds from the aqara app. It’s possible through creating a custom sound, importing to Apple Music and choosing an in automation. There’s a bunch of steps tbh. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@troybryantIII]

I'm new to aqara and I can not get my lifx bulbs connected. Any help suggestions tips articles would be so helpful. Thx

[@AdamsTechLife]

lifx and aqara are two different brands. maybe try resetting the bulb?

[@CharlesGroleau]

Hello, is there a way to use Aqara automation (in their app) to repeat automation when a door contact is left opened ?

[@AdamsTechLife]

i don't believe so, no

[@baradi80]

Hey Adam, great vid. Thx a lot! I am using NFC to trigger alarm system turn off. After iOS 15 I have to approve to run shortcut despite of it set do not ask to do that. Before iOS 15 it worked well. Do U know what the issue is? ( Already removed and added again. Same. Does not work. ) Thx

[@AdamsTechLife]

That’s a nice one!! Hmm since you re added and disabled the ask before running I’m not sure. Maybe try restarting your phone?

[@baradi80]

I did restart. :( It just me, so all NFC automations working well on your side as after iOS 15?

[@TechWithTony]

Hi. The aqara hub has the alarm option. In HK Can I have a non aqara sensor like fibaro leak sensor or Eve leak sensor trigger the aqara alarm?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Unfortunately not since the alarm sound and trigger ability is done in the aqara app. The home app can only set the mode, the aqara says what aqara device to trigger the alarm in each mode. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@gerrymoloney8339]

Is it possible to set a beep or other sound during the entry and exit delay

[@AdamsTechLife]

don't believe so, at least not easily

[@regan6273]

What brand lights are you using that makes it so that when your room door opens the kitchen lights come on? I want to do this but for my front door.

[@AdamsTechLife]

For my office lights it’s Lutron for the kitchen lights, the overhead are Philips Hue and the bulbs are LIFX but any light will do. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@regan6273]

Even though you are using a aqara door sensor you are still able to create “scenes” with the different lights through the HomeKit app? or did you have to use another app? Thanks for your reply!

[@AdamsTechLife]

Yes, that’s exactly right. Devices that work with homekit can work together in the home app. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@uncommonsenseU]

Can I use this hub just like a keypad seen in Ring or Eufy.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Aqara doesn't have a dedicated keypad. other aqara devices can be used to disarm the system.

[@LibapingStunt]

I configured Aqara m3 alarm system, but it’s not working. Alarm don’t work even if a door is open, when alarm is activated. Do you have an idea to deal with it please ? 🙏

[@AdamsTechLife]

you'll have to configure the hub/alarm settings in the aqara app for each security mode

[@LibapingStunt]

@@AdamsTechLife thanks for your help! That’s what i did, except the 24/7 mode, is it important ? And what to configure in this mode, because I don’t want an alarm when I’m at home ? 🏡

[@ChrisOram]

What is the sexy time scene used for? Haha great video Adam - lots of sick automations. I really liked the delayed 10 second "midnight munchies" automation. I'm going to set something similar up.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Hahaha 🤣 glad to hear you enjoyed the video and found it helpful, Chris! Thanks for watching! 😊

[@wdillard01]

I have looked everywhere on how to edit away mode and I can’t find it. Currently when I set system to away and walk in from of G3 camera it does nothing.

[@AdamsTechLife]

add the alert system to the homepage of the aqara app and from there you can customize actions for each mode and then create an automation for the g3 to toggle alarms or whatever you'd like it to do

[@Atum_Ra]

Can multiple Aqara hubs be meshed together to expand the range?

[@AdamsTechLife]

multiple hubs no, but there are zigbee extenders than can help extend the range. these are specific aqara devices that are constantly being powered (aqara light strip, switch, smart plug, and i think a few others)

[@Atum_Ra]

@@AdamsTechLife Thank you so much for the explanation 🤙🏻

[@KrmSnty92]

does the hub have a dog bark alarm option?

[@AdamsTechLife]

it might but i don't use this anymore so i can't say for certain. you can add your own custom sound too.

[@tommacdougall]

I'm setting up an automation in the Aqara app for the alarm but don't see anyway of controlling the volume of the alarm. Any help would be appreciated.

[@AdamsTechLife]

When you choose the play sound or assigned ringtone at the bottom is a volume slider to adjust volume. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@tommacdougall]

@@AdamsTechLife thanks, found it.

[@DYAnzures]

I purchased the following Aqara devices: M2 hub, door/window sensor, motion sensor P1 and water leak sensor. Configured all devices in Aqara Home app. Added Aqara Home skill in Alexa app, as well as devices motion sensor P1, door/window sensor but can't seem to add Aqara water leak sensor. I'm unable to create an Alexa routine that executes when water leak is detected. Is there a way you can share to do this?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Does the leak sensor have features exposed to Alexa? I’m not sure about this. Like if you go to the Alexa routines, then smart home, then see if the sensor is there. If not, then it may not be supported. If it is, you should be able to create an automation from there. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@DYAnzures]

@@AdamsTechLife Alexa is not seeing Aqara water leak sensor. I suppose it is not supported. Considering to return this.

[@djgreg971]

Hi, does the hub only work with aqara products or does it work with other zigbee products.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Aqara products just i believe

[@GabrielCapo24]

How loud is the alarms when they go off having at least three hubs

[@AdamsTechLife]

Very loud, however each hub has different size speakers, they don’t sound the same

[@KT-fg2qh]

If you don’t make it to turn off the alarm in the Designated time then what happens? Can you make your phone call the cops or is it just more of a deterrent/notification for you?

[@AdamsTechLife]

I think it times out. Aqara’s system don’t have the ability to call emergency services, others systems do tho. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@tharais]

Exit Delay: I found that rather than having to set this at all in Aqara app, it is convenient to use the geofencing option "when the last person leaves home" in Homekit to set my Aqara alarm system to Away mode. However, I chose not to do this for the Home or Off mode as that might mean that, if I were to come home when the alarm is going off because of intrusion, it would turn the alarm off as I arrived when in fact, I would prefer it to remain on until I cleared the issue and shut it off.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Valid point. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@peterhodur6235]

How is the fan cooling your office?

[@AdamsTechLife]

I have a smart plug on the fan that turns the fan on/off if that's what you're asking

[@peterhodur6235]

@@AdamsTechLife nope. I mean the fan cools you when you are present, by moving the air around your body, thus evaporating the sweat. If it’s turned on/off without your presence, it won’t cool the air, it will just move it around. An air conditioning unit does the job.

[@srikaiyer1331]

Great stuff, do you know if there an open API for Aqara?

[@AdamsTechLife]

I’m not sure, I don’t use API’s. You could contact Aqara. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@shukamargolin]

In a large apartment build from concrete is it possible that more than one aqara hub will be required?

[@AdamsTechLife]

Certainly possible for range and child devices in different spots! Concrete destroys wifi signal in an instant. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@shukamargolin]

@@AdamsTechLifeThank you for your reply. I would prefer to use Homekit units since I already have an operational wifi network in every corner of the apartment. Will I still need several aqara hubs or will one aqara hub work over the wifi network? I am asking because I had to install 2 Philips Hue hubs.

[@RizHail]

Hello, I have Aqara M1S hub. I want Aqara Home app to Arm Home Away Alerts when 2 people (both 2x iPhone 14) leave home. Me and my partner both have separate Aqara accounts and Aqara app. And my partner is My Member as Admin on the Aqara Home account. How is it possible to do Away Alert Mode when with 2 iPhones geofencing are away from home location? ..

[@AdamsTechLife]

You could use the apple home app and when the "last person leaves" trigger could arm/disarm the system. I don't think this is possible in the aqara app.

[@jonajay]

Can you make a video on how to use the different alarm modes Its confusing

[@AdamsTechLife]

I’ve made a video on that it’s my 5 aqara automations video. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@01arron]

I love the “SEXY TIME” mood 😂

[@AdamsTechLife]

Hahaha Thanks for watching! 😊

[@01arron]

@@AdamsTechLife no worries fella, was a good informative video 👍

[@Polkster13]

One suggestion I would make is to put all of your devices that you are going to control in an Automation into a Scene. That way if you need to make a change, you only have to change the scene and not try and remember every Automation that has a particular device that you want to control. In addition, if you want to add something to your automation, you only have to update the scene. IMHO, it is a much cleaner and easier way to control your home automations, especially when you have a lot of them.

[@AdamsTechLife]

That is a good idea. Only issue is being overloaded with having too many scenes and then having to remember which does what but that goes with having too many devices as well 🤣 🤷🏼‍♂️ I’ve started doing that tho

[@uncommonsenseU]

Never mind, I just found out the answer from your video. Take care.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@TimDeWaele]

I hope Aqara will make it possible to choose which hub device gives an alarm sounds so not all hubs go in alarm. I have a Aqara camera Hub in my daugther’s bedroom and I don’t want that specific hub to go off!!! She will be shocked!

[@AdamsTechLife]

You and me both!! Thanks for watching! 😊

[@sarabradley1317]

The cube is so confusing to me!

[@AdamsTechLife]

Thanks for your feedback and for watching! 😊 it can be tricky to remember what each side does

[@chubbyBunny94]

Has anyone here used Homebridge instead of the hub?

[@AdamsTechLife]

i haven't for aqara devices

[@brokosok]

Why don’t you tell people that if they have a 2 gig 5 gig Internet system none of this stuff will work I bought it and had to take it backt

[@AdamsTechLife]

This works with all modern routers. It’s not recommended to have split 2.4/5 channels networks but instead use a mesh that automatically broadcast both with a single ssd and the device picks the correct channel. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@sirgamezalot2623]

So to turn your fan and pc on you spin a cube isnt that just a fancy switch ? This is cool if your lazy and have lots of cash to waste!

[@AdamsTechLife]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@sirgamezalot2623]

@@AdamsTechLife i was just being honest your video was cool though i was just mocking the item keep up the good work ... :)

[@robert.wigley]

Your alarm system is a bit pointless if someone breaking in can simply disable it by pushing a button on the wall. That's why alarms have keypads with PIN codes.

[@AdamsTechLife]

Not everybody knows about the button but that was just an example, you can hide the button. Thanks for watching! 😊

[@robocobrabot]

I wish aqara had a keypad. I guess you could use the cube and setup a secret code 😂

[@marklightfoot666]

40 seconds wasted! title implies other than homekit

[@AdamsTechLife]

The concepts can be applied without using HomeKit 😊