How to connect ANY Zigbee / Z-Wave device with Homey

You can add any Zigbee &/or Z-Wave device to Homey. It's not the most user-friendly experience, and you'll need to refer to the manufacturers 'pairing instructions', but it does offer basic controls like on/off, dim-level, & color settings, along with a few simple Flow cards.
It's not our preferred or recommended way of adding a device to Homey, but sometimes there's just no alternative. With this video, you'll learn how you can connect any Zigbee or Z-wave device to Homey.
Note - Devices that send detailed information, like Sensors, can be connected, but (most likely) you won't receive any information from them. For these devices, a Homey App is required. (www.homey.app/apps)
Learn more about Homey: homey.app​​
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00:00​​ - Intro
00:52 - Unknown Z-Wave
03:10 - Unknown Zigbee
04:30 - Custom Icons
05:30 - Installed Apps

[@HomesystemSk]

I really can not wait for a day when you guys include general Z-wave templates for all basic devices. All Z-Wave door sensors use the same commands. Same goes for dimmers, motion sensors... Here you are missing out really, having only basic on/off commands supported without app is really bad.

[@homey]

Hey HomeSystem.sk thanks for the suggestion. In most cases a Homey App facilitates this, but indeed in order to support 'all' devices this would be a great addition.

[@HomesystemSk]

@@homey :) It definitelly would. There are always some special devices that is easy to understand, that are not supported by default. But you know, z-Wave dimmer is just a z-wave dimmer, no matter the brand. You guys figured this out perfectly good with Zigbee lights. So lets do it for all basic devices :)

[@janriggert]

Hey there. I love my Homey Pro, but would like to know if it will support Matter/Thread in the future. Please reply or make a video about it. Exciting times for smart home users!

[@er3039]

Hello...Loving the product. However, ran into an issue. Unable to find the Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 and the The Aqara Hub M2 within the aqara app . Does Homey Pro (2023) supports either one of these new devices? If so, what group within the Aqara app can I find them in? One last question while I have your attention, Does Homey Pro (2023) support the ecobee New Smart Thermostat version 3 or 4? Thank you and keep up the good work.

[@dive_the_dutch_way]

Wanneer komen er meer app's voor de homey Bridge? 50% van de dingen die ik er mee wilt doen lukt niet vanwege geen app voor homey maar wel voor homey pro. Dat is toch elke keer een teleurstellend, anders verkoop ik hem liever en neem ik een homey pro

[@homey]

Hey Douwe, Homey Bridge is still in Beta, and new Apps are constantly being added. Keep an eye on this article, as we constantly update this with the newest available Apps - homey.app/en-gb/wiki/homey-beta-status/

[@tomdonahoe3539]

"I don't *think* so! Homey don't play that!" 😀 Sorry guys I just couldn't resist. Seriously though, thanks much for the great information.

[@airwebber]

Will this work with Home Depot hubspace devices?

[@mauricejaquinet8343]

Hey there. I really like what I learned about Homey so far. Did you try to integrate Innogy/Livisi into your Homey pro? I know that they will stop in 2024, but I installed the radiator valves, switches, outdoor motion sensor and would like to keep them. Thanks in advance for your reply. Best Regards, Maurice

[@homey]

Hey Maurice, thanks for the positive feedback on the videos. :) As for Innogy / Livisi i'd propose that you reach out to them and ask for an integration with Homey. The more pressure a smart brand has to integrate, the closer we get to realizing the integration.

[@mauricejaquinet8343]

@@homey Yes, I did! Good luck. 😉

[@LuizAntonioMouradeMoura]

Aguardando o meu presente de final de ano… uma homey

[@awedaei]

It will be a great added value if it can be HomeKit compatible. Is there any future plan to do that?

[@homey]

Hey Awedaei, currently HomeKit compatibility is available in an experimental state. If you want to try this out, in the Homey App head to more > settings > experiments > enable Homekit. You'll be guided through setting that up.

[@thompsonpoh1153]

Can we add Zigbee curtain.Will it work?

[@homey]

Hey Thompson, I don't know if that works, and to be honest, I do not think it will. What Zigbee curtain are you looking to add? Perhaps there is a Homey App available that includes the needed device drivers for the brand?

[@MetalGear112]

is it possible to add on Homekit?? i want to use aqara and ST on Homekit

[@Mesyu]

I am looking to buy a few wall panel switches with 4 buttons, each having single, double and long press functions: 12 control functions. Seems like great devices but not (yet) supported in Homey nor has it a zigbee2mqqt integration. Would your demonstrated way allow to identify and use all 12 options to switch devices or start scenes?

[@homey]

Hey Thieu, I don't think that all the button presses of the panel switch will be made available if paired as a basic device driver. You could take a look at the Aeotec Wallmote Quad, these are quite nice and usable 4 button wall switches, and there's a dedicated Homey App for these → homey.app/a/com.aeotec/

[@Betoballestas]

Does homey hubs work on South America?

[@tommyeggers2492]

Hi I have tried several times to add a Nedis Zigbee Motion Sensor (PIR), both as a Tuya Zigbee and as a Homey Zigbee device, but with no luck. In every case (4 different Tuya sensors) it installs as Basic Zigbee device, with only an on/off switch, which of course is not supported. What do I do (wrong)?

[@homey]

Hey Tommy, have you tried using this App to connect the device? homey.app/a/com.tuya.zigbee/ - In the case of sensor devices, you cannot add these as a 'Basic Device'. Basic Devices only support simple controls, On/Off, Dim Level, etc.

[@tommyeggers2492]

@@homey Yes, like I wrote: "both as a Tuya Zigbee and as a Homey Zigbee device", and yes, I also found that "you cannot add these as a 'Basic Device", which I also wrote. Any other suggestion?

[@homey]

@@tommyeggers2492 Unfortunately not of the top of my head, I'd have to suggest that you check out our knowledge base &/or reach out to our support team via - support.homey.app/hc/en-us

[@Rymden2]

Can you make a video on how to setup a zigbee network so that it works well and the mesh functions work as expected?

[@homey]

Hey Rymden2, thanks for the suggestion! Got lots of videos planned, but this one is high up on the list! Zigbee is a big one to cover, so I'll do my best! :)

[@dusantodorovic8936]

Hello when will be Danalock v3 zigbee available in homey pro? I ask in homey community but no answer att all! :(

[@homey]

Hey Dusan, it's being worked on. Unfortunately, there were a few issues that needed to be resolved with the integration before it can be added to Homey.

[@Fuddix]

Hi. Ealier I was able to pair a Ikea bulb (LED2003G10 - dimmable E27 white bulb) as generic Ikea device - now it pairs as a basic Zigbee device, with or without use of the Ikea app.. Has it something to do with this function?

[@homey]

Hey Kurt, That's strange. Thanks for letting us know. Do you use the 'add Zigbee device' as in the video or do you use the actual Ikea App and add the 'Dimmable Bulb (E27)' Device?

[@Fuddix]

@@homey Either way it ends up as basic zigbee. Meaning: if I use the Ikea app, basic zigbee. If I reset the bulb and starts adding new device, when bulb is in pairing mode, basic zigbee device.

[@homey]

@@Fuddix Hey Kurt, quick question, How many IKEA devices do you have connected? If it's just the one bulb, you can try uninstalling the App and re-installing again. See if that helps grab the right drivers.

[@Fuddix]

@@homey Hi. I did uninstall the Ikea app, but I installed 2 RGBW (LED1924G9 - dimmable colour E27) they both became generic Ikea, and are fully operational. After that I went along with the 2 white Ikea bulbs which went basic Zigbee. I will try uninstalling all Ikea (devices and app) restart, reinstall and try the white bulbs first thereafter.

[@Fuddix]

@@homey Hi. I uninstalled all Ikea devices, uninstalled the Ikea App, restarted Homey, installed the Ikea App, restarted Homey and added the bulb by flashing it 6 times (which resets the bulb and brings it into pair mode) open Homey App on my phone (Samsung Galaxy E10s, android 11), goes into Ikea app, picks #2 under Light (Dimmable Bulb E27) and they pair up, but as “Basic Zigbee Device”. I have reset the bulb several times after that, and tried different ways to pair Homey and the Bulb - same result. I have also tried other Ikea bulbs of the same model - same result. After messing about with those bulbs, I paired three Ikea RGBW Bulb (E27) (LED1924G9), they paired up as “Generic Ikea devices”.

[@SolarizeYourLife]

I dont understand your apps on hub...there is no explanation on how to use, no connection to the related smart app what so ever... I connected a zigbee sensor and it did recognize who it was from ant tame of device but the the celated app still does not see the damn device...makinf it useless...

[@kharmastreams8319]

Unfortunately the telldus homey app only supports 1 of the 2 zwave smart plugs they have... (And I've got the wrong one). No other option than doing the generic add :/

[@homey]

Hey Kharmastreams, there are a few Telldus Apps for Homey, but none of them are 'verified partner apps'. One of the best ways to improve an integration is to reach out to the device's brand, Telldus, and push them to create a better integration with Homey. This also helps when we discuss verified integrations with these brands. Don't underestimate consumer push! 😉

[@kharmastreams8319]

@@homey It's Athom (you) that has created the integration not Telldus :) So, any chance you could add more Telldus Z-wave devices? (Preferably the Z-wave repeater smart plug) :)

[@homey]

@@kharmastreams8319 Our focus has moved from developing integrations ourselves, to having the partner brands do this. As we don't have the capacity to create integrations for 100s of different brands.

[@MsFalkens]

Similar for 433 would be desirable for us who sit with the things mounted in the wall :-)

[@aowsalnasry8548]

It asks me for investigation code. How to get that code?

[@homey]

Hey Aows, do you mean the Beta code? You can sign up for one via this page -> homey.app/en-us/beta/ If I misunderstood the code you mean, could you be more specific?

[@aowsalnasry8548]

@@homey will, I did sign up in the app, But when I chose “Creat a new home“ it asks me for invite code “Enter your invite code“.

[@homey]

@@aowsalnasry8548 Ah yes, that is because the 'App only' platform is still in Beta. Use the link from my first comment, scroll to the bottom and within a few days you should receive a Beta invite code (make sure to check your junk just in case)

[@aowsalnasry8548]

@@homey thanks, gonna try that.

[@stigs1073]

What if it is a wifi device, like a rgb bulb?

[@homey]

Hey Stig, building 'standard' connections for Wi-Fi devices is near to impossible, since there is no 'standard' for Wi-Fi devices. Each brand / manufacturer can build these functions in their own way. For these, you'll need a Homey App for that brand. What brand of device are you looking to add? Maybe I can advise the corresponding Homey App.

[@stigs1073]

@@homey ok thanks! Its a GU10 RGB bulb, wifi communication. I use Tuya Smart app outside Homey, but Tuya Cloud inside Homey. The problem is that the color choice doesn"t appear inside Homey... Hope to get a fix for this. Thank you for your reply 😃

[@kraineff1623]

Please bring back the Smarter app!

[@homey]

Hey Kraineff, if you're talking about smarter.am, I've been trying to reach them and get this made for you, but they are gatekeeping the integration. It would be great if you could head over to their contact channels and push your opinion on an integration with Homey! :)

[@wotter814]

It would be awesome if you could just add a basic zigbee or z-wave device without having the app installed and homey will download the correct app. Most of the time you would know what kindoff device you own but he, nice to know this is a possibility! Can you add some more icons please? More types of plants, lights, household items etc.

[@homey]

Hey W Otter, that would indeed be a great proposition. A rather complicated feature to build though, i'll make sure to suggest it internally. A new batch of icons was recently added, but I have taken your suggestions into account and keep an eye on it, as we build up the choice of icons.

[@Fire69]

You might get a timeout from the device this way because it takes some time before the app is installed. I agree about the icons though, we need a lot more of those :)

[@djLovelyTime]

Well it's clearly not ANY Zigbee device, because it doesn't include switches and gateways. False Advertising.