Xiaomi smart Gateway [V3] - But is it good?? Xiaomify

[@hipponic]

wish you could havve a video comparing xiaomi gateway and aqara hub...im still very confuse on the difference and which to choose! anyway..great works!

[@rossjaniceourhouse8852]

I purchased this hub mainly for the Mesh Bluetooth. I found it takes the load off the gateway mesh Bluetooth embedded in the small clock. I have about 15 Yeelight Mesh Bluetooth bulbs. It is very cheap as well. It helped speed up response times for the mesh bt network. The WiFi is more reliable as well. Version 3 of Zigbee which is a more open standard.

[@proefpa]

that's why i bought this one too. now I got the Mi hub, aqara hub and V3 Hub. Hopes everything works in EU now. The app is set in 2 regions, EU and China.

[@BlancoMrBlanco]

Can you connect to Xiaomi Mi Box S with it?

[@leglessinoz]

I couldn't get my hub to pair with an Aqara temperature sensor and it won't find the bluetooth temperature sensors even though it says "works with Mijia".

[@rjmiller2553]

The earlier hubs dont have zigbee 3.0? Xiaomi has so many hubs it's hard to keep track of what is the best hub for my needs. Where can I see all the pros and cons for each hub or something to help decide which hub to buy?

[@sapachino]

You have very high quality videos, please keep it up!

[@al201103]

Very late to this, but looking at a hub since new Xiaomi purchases are relying on Bluetooth mesh instead of wifi. Thanks for the video - HUGELY useful! I have the old Aircon plug control which includes a hub so I'm currently thinking I'll just stick with that if it works. Like you, I'm a big Xiaomi fan and will aim for Xiaomi solutions wherever possible. Honestly, it's good to see you post a negative review of something because it underlines that you are being honest (never in doubt, though!) in your reviews. As an Android user, I'm a bit peeved to see Apple Homekit compatability while it is INCREDIBLY difficult to get Xiaomi things to work with anything other than MiJia over here in China. I understand why, I get it, I accept it. Still peeved!!!

[@thomschraa2001]

I bought this hub to make a smart home. I also bought some xiaomi smart sockets. because I bought eu smart sockets (Power plug layout) it can only connect to the EU servers. The new hub can only be used with china servers. I bought some switches. I cant use them because of the server difference...

[@MultiSenura]

thom schraa , you mean what? I’m living in Sri Lanka. Can’t I use this hub to connect to a motion sensor and a light switch ?

[@MilosPile]

I have same problem EU plug and Gateway HUB 3 doesn't work!

[@matteventu]

The new hub/gateway is now available on European servers :)

[@romanpeters]

Does it work with the Yeelight Candela (shown in the background in the intro)? I'd like to add mine to HomeKit.

[@wingsuiting]

Bump!!

[@fluxcapacitor]

Xiaomi stopped all promised integration with the Yeelight Candela and moved to other products. Not going to happen sadly.

[@AleksandarT10]

Is it possible to play a proper alarm or sound when door is open for example?

[@absint0o]

I would like to see an hub compatible with Google home...

[@emailyarabrandao]

Me too! Sucks that we can't get it working with Google nor Alexa

[@SimplyAwesomeness]

Do what i do, use Xiaomi stuff with homeassistant and link homeassistant to google home and all my Xiaomi stuff works with Google Home

[@TarekElRaey]

compatibility with google home is blocked by google not by Xiaomi. you have the option to add your account to google home but for some reason, google blocks the pairing and it never happens :-(

[@Danniiag]

@@SimplyAwesomeness So how you link homeassistant to google home?

[@dwifauzirachman4879]

@@Danniiag by the same way when you connect any account into Google Home App

[@Gnafo]

why the notifications of the alarms do not arrive on the iPhone can you help me?

[@mydeals57]

Is there anyway to import the hub and the sensors into the Google home eco system? I've got the v2 model. So I've got 2 systems at the same time. Got my yeelights set up with the Google home and also with the Xiaomi hub so I can use the switches and sensors. Would love for Google to incorporate the hub, sensors and switches into the Google home system.

[@Allard9240]

Yes, just integrate xiaomi home app with google home.

[@mydeals57]

@@Allard9240 xiaomi home app not showing on my list of services. Unless its in Chinese and I can't tell by the logo. I'm in the UK. Another service Google needs to implement is yi camera and blink camera.

[@mydeals57]

@@Allard9240 what country does the Xiaomi hub need to be connected to? Mines on Chinese. Is it the Mi home that's on Google home as a service? If so, got that but the hub does not show. Any help most welcome

[@hunglemed]

Which hub should I buy to work with Global server? PLEASE HELP!!

[@M2theK]

Do Bluetooth devices also appear in HomeKit? For example the Mi Temperature and humidity sensor? This would be a nice improvement/upgrade!

[@krispyren]

Will this gateway make the non homekit bulbs like the Mi Essential Led Bulb homekit enabled?

do thes types also conncet to google home things?

[@domie2372]

im pretty sure all mija devices work with google home

@@domie2372 would be logic but you never know, as i gotten more google home things im surprised about their lack of compatibility

[@domie2372]

@ there is a long, and i mean a long list of products that work with google home. for xiaomi, everything that works in the mi home app, works with google home as well :D

[@salvo56]

ZuYT not really, I have Aqara Switches that worked with Mi Home App. But it didn't sync to my Google Home.

[@petlla1]

Can i connect this hub to xiaomi zegbee electricity plug?

[@yuvaneshjeyaraman6022]

Hi, may i know if i will be able to connect to the hub remotely when say, im not home? Or do i have to be connected to the same wifi network as the hub to access it.

[@amcp]

When’s “what is Xiaomi doing” coming back? 😭

[@adyandrey23andrey]

He would need to make a movie xD

[@draco_tv_letsride]

Can I connect this to my alexa echo dot 4, ikea tradsfri bulb, innr bulb?

[@darknessnightfall]

I am trying to add an other brand zigbee bulb. But i have no clue how to do that. ..anyone having advise?

[@lucasa.w.romeiro2136]

Hi, can I configure it to read the sensors and send the data to a private server? Any server other than the manufacturer's.

[@MrTsphan]

how to show xiaomi gateway 3 child like temperature or door /windows sensor into home kits app

[@ProfessorPuro]

Are you able to link it to google home or alexa via mi home app?

[@kickspyka]

Do you guys now where I can buy a Xiaomi gateway European version so that I can connect to EU server? I have a gateway Chinese version and it doesn't allow me to connect to EU server. Here in Portugal we just have available a pack with sensors, but I just need the gateway. Please help.

[@Ghouless]

EU Gateway not sold separately (not even in EU or in China). Only way how to get is to buy Xiaomi Mi sensor set (around 100 USD) which contains it. Or wait, if anybody sell used unit somewhere on the internet.

[@7912249]

Is this gateway also compatible with xiaomi devices from China mainland product?

[@MuratYukler]

Is it possible to have Yeelight light bulbs connected to a European server (google home support / faster for me) and still use the door sensor and motion dedector in the MI app (Chinese server) I don't want to switch to the MI app for my light bulbs since the Yeelight app is very responsive. but i don't know how to pair the lights with the sensors.

[@calvinzhang3899]

can it add non-xiaomi devices to the hub through zigbee?

[@rishabhnitc]

Did you succeed?

[@andreamanconi6023]

do you think that setting an automation as "if temperature sensor says temperature < 20°C" then "turn on Xiaomi Mi Smart Space Heater S @ 20°C"? I can't really find any info about that heater ...

[@Gyuuutiki]

I think for someone who doesn't own much smart devices and don't own the previous gateway, it's great for the price. Aside from that I think it fantastic as is because I didn't want the led light to begin with and neither the alarm it didn't serve any purpose to me. I'm only connecting the ceiling light, camera and the roborock.

[@morote1985]

Can i use others zigbee dispositiv

[@bastoscc]

Does it work with IKEA tradfri light bulbs?

[@Andremaral]

how to i connect a mi water leak sensor to this mi hub?

[@wingsuiting]

Does this work with candela?

[@Macarto]

Does this V3 Xiaomi hub work with Aqara smart switches? Seems like the Xiaomi V2 is better

[@The_Jester]

Doesn't it work under different locations then China? The V1 does not work in Europe (the app doesnt find it)

[@rishabhnitc]

Yes, i bought 1 from China and configured it to connect to Germany server it was still able to connect to aquara temp sensor

[@yz125krm]

Hey I have the hub that lights up with the speaker and the newer circle bluetooth thermostat with the temp reading screen and I cant link the temp unit to the hub. Do I just link the temp device to the phone and then the hub will communicate to it automatically when I'm not home?

[@adlanzafrulanismail6563]

Hi, i have a question... It is possible to get Automation planned between child devices that is connected by different gateways. For example when i click the wireless switch (connected to Gateway V2), i want it to get info of Temp on the BLE Temp n Humidity sensor (Connected to the Gateway V3), then from the info decide to tell the universal IR blaster(connected to the Gateway V2) to switch on the air-conditioning or not. Is it possible? (Sorry if noob question) P.S please do make a video on how to set this kind of automation (i.e between different gateways)

[@TheKillerCuyo]

Can this hub be used for the Mi temperature and humidity sensor record data?

[@BrendanxP]

Can the V3 gateway be opened up to platforms like Home Assistant? The Mijia V1 I have can, however, I believe the Aquara versions cannot.

[@xiaomify]

Probably it might soon.. As it's not out for that long and (currently) still is a China mainland-only product it might be a little while though.. BTW You actually have a V1 of the hub?? WOW! I might still want to get one of them if I run into them someday..

[@xiaomify]

Probably it might soon.. As it's not out for that long and (currently) still is a China mainland-only product it might be a little while though.. BTW You actually have a V1 of the hub?? WOW! I might still want to get one of them if I run into them someday..

[@amoreg9866]

Hi there. I have the v2 European hub, and I live in South Africa. My question is, can I pair Aqara child devices, like the aqara smart bulb or the aqara smart plug? Thanks

[@PVflying]

Can I use this with a xiaomi door sensor to send an app notification to my iPhone if my garage door is left open.?

[@caxaaa]

Works with google home? Can i connect mi mi temperature and humidity monitor in it?

[@exploreNederland]

I got this gateway, but I don't understand which Bluetooth devices I can add too it. It shows a list of Zigbee devices when choosing that option. Somebody here who can explain it too me perhaps?

[@Custompro36610]

You could make more videos of this product, how to introduce accessories, with authorization, how to use with Homekit and more more more. Thank you

[@TechItAlex]

Can i use the aqara wall switches with this?

[@walterykng]

Does it support Xiaomi laser projector or not? The laser projector remote control is Bluetooth enabled handset...

[@shahramsoleimani936]

hi what is difference between this model gateway 3 and Xiaomi Smart Home Hub 2 ZNDMWG04LM ?

[@Numian]

hi, where can I get V2 with EU plug? I cannot find it anywhere. thanks.

[@xiaomify]

I believe they're out in France, Italy, Spain, Poland, etc.. I have also ran into these hubs in Singapore and Philippines so they should be around. If you're looking for them online I think that the usual suspects will have them as well. (AliExpress, Gearbest, Banggood, etc)

[@vladimirmanolov8567]

@@xiaomify All my devices are in European server, this Gateway is not avaible in my Mi Home App. Do you think this will be changed? And Great Video, again! You are the best!

[@biosim5]

I’m looking for the Aqara hub with the EU plug as well, but on Aliexpress i never found!

[@sebastianszefer4106]

On a good side it’s now charched via usb so can be used for example in UK where v2 would need be plugged with wobbly dongle. And problem with speaker hmm maybe it could work like v2 but after connect I’m Bluetooth speaker or something

[@debur22]

Great video again. I have still waiting for mine, from what can I 👀 it's still more to update on this Gateway. Keep up the good work peace .

[@xiaomify]

Thanks DeburMi! You've been waiting for yours for quite some time already right? I think all orders must have been delayed for Chinese new year. I do hope some meaningful updates will be added in the months to come :)

[@debur22]

@@xiaomify I havr ordered last year in December at preorder, after I 👀 your review I can still wait more maybe they release the BIG update until will arrive.

[@kickspyka]

This gateway should be cheaper. By the way, I use a custom sound for the alarm that I edited where the first 20 seconds of the mp4 is silence and after that the alarm rings, that allows me to enter my home and disable it before it starts ringing.

[@xiaomify]

That is actually a great idea! Although I was more referring to people that share an account and receive notifications of that alarm going off. (like my parents for example) When my mom comes home my dad will get the alarm ringing notification on his phone. It kinda makes them ignore the alarm altogether because of it being such a daily occurrence.

[@rektangle3540]

yeah i did that too as found no other way. sometimes the app takes time to load the current alarm status so its not really convenient to switch off or on the alarm from the app, hence why this feature is desperately needed. cant seem to understand how this has not been implemented yet

[@strigoiu13]

chinese make cheap reliable products in terms of hardware but they really lack marketing and services knowledge...all the chinese products I have lack something in the app or the way to achieve a task is difficult to understand and every update that fixes something manages to break something else...reliability is missing and software is always buggy...if you ask for a feature they always say "yes, we'll do it for you, great idea" but they never do it :))))

[@Sauws]

I have a Google Nest Hub at home, will it display certain notifications on the Nest Hub as well?

[@k0ns491]

Hello, Some questions: Which one of all these hubs connect to EU? the v3? the v2? the aqara? Cant find the EU version, does this one connects to the EU server? IF it doesnt, whats the difference, i mean why is it bad that it connects to china? Is only the EU version compatoble to google home? Does the v3 has the same/more pairing child devices then the v2/ the aqara? IF i use it with the MI APP, do i loose some functions compared to the v2 gateaway? It would be nice if u help me :)

[@benbreugelmans8127]

Also looking for these answers

[@hyukjaesarang]

Is this also usable as a WiFi mesh or range extender?

[@TamasSzebeni]

I'm using the old and new versions of hubs together as they have unique features and can work together just fine. What I need is the ability to add custom sensor/device

[@huub.h]

Was there an update to support the Aqara motor?

[@vigneshkode3986]

Can we connect wipro lights to this?

[@makoado6010]

is it work with google assistant?

[@MartinBonev]

Is Xiaomi hub works with Google home? Can i use it with google assistant

[@ardenking3481]

If the new hun has Bluetooth can it talk to the mi kettle ?

[@LittleKenshiro]

It's no speaker then how can I make home security when someone open the door at night and I sleep with phone setting vibration.

[@PKandME]

Hey please make a video of Generation 4 Hone Hub. Its also useable local whule the others arent...

[@tadiem]

If it supports Bluetooth mesh, were you able to somehow add Yeelight Candela visible on your video to it? Got few of them for over a year now and still looking for a possibility to add them to Google home without running python scripts on Raspberry PI

[@kolomagoulidis]

Does anyone know if this hub exposes Aqara Leak Sensors to Homekit?

[@tasosathanasiou2746]

Yes it does. After you pair it manually is exposed to HomeKit. I already did it with 2 of them

[@oshrieitan]

Thanks for your great video... I would like to buy Xiaomi smart Gateway V2 global version EU plug... but I can't find it. Do you know where is the best place to order it?

[@steve5746]

Got this a a few months ago and it's already bricked - stuck on orange light and can't reset it.

[@fvd6553]

Does this work with the ikea smart bulbs? I bought a bunch after reading about the Xiaomi integration. I had no succes after many tries

[@xiaomify]

Hi Floor, I've been hearing a lot of questions about the IKEA bulbs recently. I've filmed a review about this a year ago; I will try to edit this asap as it seems to be very confusing. As far as I know it only supports the IKEA bulbs from IKEA in China, so if you bought them anywhere else there's a fair chance it won't work with your bulbs... Hope that helps :)

[@fvd6553]

@@xiaomify thank you for your answer. A that might be it. A shame it's only for the European market... Thanks again

[@gal1993]

just want to mention thath the I bought a bluetooth door sensor and it connect to the hub but not to the apple HomeKit

[@Sgt_Hest]

I love that it's only USB powered instead of the way the older ones are powered. This sounds more like a preview version and I bet there will be another V3 version soon. How about Google assistant, thats not working?

[@xiaomify]

Google assistant is not working as of now; especially since its a China-Mainland oriented product (at the moment) I am not sure when that will be implemented.. I do read that quite some people love that its USB-powered. I guess it kinda makes sense that this is a good thing. **I personally liked how the V2-models plugged in and worked as a night light at the same time, but I suppose not everyone has power sockets available for that :)

[@resource8187]

Does it work with Yeelight bulb?

[@Nuichtotisdelaesh]

Add aqara b1 curtains to your home kit?

[@Punburee]

Is it work to connect mi bluetooth led bulb (Release 2020) or not?

[@facuturco]

I’m was planing to get this hub and the temperature and humidity sensor, my question is if you know if I can create an automation that when the temp drops below to, say 15 degrees turn on a Smart power plug, where I got plugged the heater in the room, and when the temp go up to 25 degrees turn it off? I would like to do all this on my HomeKit as I’m a Apple user. Cheers

[@hosemarian]

Whats the clock in the background (7:11)?

[@smithee365]

Looks like a Nest hub to me.

[@AhmadNazirAfiq]

The only advantage? • use as a secondary hub • supports Zigbee 3.0 & bluetooth mesh • doesn’t block the power outlet I guess I’m keeping my Aqara hub. Otherwise with this new hub, I’ll have to buy a separate device for doorbell and alarm. Thanks for the honest review! Keep ‘em coming!

[@SpeedFire]

Yes. ZigBee 3.0 is an important advantage. Because most new devices (like Opple switch) will be ZigBee 3.0 and will not work with previous versions of the hubs

[@xiaomify]

Okay fair enough; if you don't have many power outlets it might be good to not block it. I agree with that :) The Bluetooth mesh is not that impressive any longer as I have over 8 (regular smart home) devices from Xiaomi with such a BLE hub built in. So that is almost a 'normal feature' for it to have... Zigbee 3 is good to see though :)

[@just4therecord]

Andrey Kurapov but Zigbee 3.0 child devices can be added to the Aqara hub. It doesn’t have 3.0. Just that somehow we can’t add 3.0 devices to mijia hub

[@AhmadNazirAfiq]

HGST I believe its just backwards-compatible to Zigbee 2.0 maybe?

[@just4therecord]

Ahmad Nazir Afiq yup but why it can’t backwards itself to mi hub? 😅

[@europlane77]

Love your videos... does this hub mean that my xiaomi air purifier pro becomes homekit available?

[@chongaik82]

Hi, i just brought a unit and same feeling like you. Does not feel like upgrade. Reason i brought this unit(3rd gen) as i am suspecting my Aqara IP Cam (brought this after review your video. Thanks) with gateway is overload. So i decided to buy this. However it does not solve my problem. My home automation (almost half of it) that need 2 or more conditionals unable to function correctly . I tried to edit, delete and create new one still not working. Wonder do you face this problem before? My MiHome App is pointing to mainland china server. Appreciate your help.

[@nicholas1481]

Can this device remote control an android BOX or an android TV ?

[@duekdin]

where can I find the eu gateway?

[@llleodeleon]

I have the aqara G2 gateway camera. Does the hub makes it better/faster to execute automation and or pair devices?

[@xiaomify]

Pairing devices just went fast and automation is just normal (fast as well) I must mention that I am in China and have everything on the Chinese servers so my situation might be why everything is fast and snappy. I can imagine that being anywhere else and using the CN servers that might cause a delay for pairing devices (server contact) and for cloud-based automation rules (also need server contact).. I think that when you have certain rules that don't need server contact they work just fine?

[@charliepe2701]

you are right, this hub is not very sofisticated. but i believe is because the conceived it as a gateway more than as a hub to run by itself. I have the M1S, but as you know, it won't talk to Aqara BT door locker. M1S has not bluetooth.. So this Gateway [ protocol translator ] allows mihome app to talk to more devices.

[@PhilippZ]

I think it’s now compatible with IKEA smart home devices. V2 isn’t, at least on my China Server Aqara hub.

[@vagelisplianthidis8834]

hi! does this hub work with aqara motion sensors?

[@cptbill80]

Does it support zigbee 3.0 protocol? Update: stupid me, yes it supports, its mentioned on the video

[@emekdulgeroglu3914]

What about google home? Does it work with google home?

[@minthos4045]

The link shows It’s actually 30USD right now. Not sure what’s the reason for price hike.

[@jonkoay]

Does this hub supports Xiaomi Philips Smart Downlight? If yes, will I be able to use the downlights via Apple HomeKit?

[@rosinegrean]

What are the child devices you can pair it with in EU? I've noticed a lot of comments on the other Xiaomi gateways that the list of child devices is a lot smaller then for CN. Thanks

[@dietRRR]

What gateway (Aqara or Xiaomi V3) would you recommend me as a someone who now starts with smart home. I mainly interested in the lights, sensors, switches and plugs. Absence of speaker and LED strip doesn't bother me. If this is only downside then Xiaomi V3 would be better for me since is also cheaper? Do you know anything about release date of next version of Aqara hub? Maybe better wait for this one.

[@melcurtorim]

I always wanted to buy this (older) but was expensive with shipping 🙄

[@lauthiamkok25]

What about Aqara Cube? Does it work with this cube?

[@assetmanagementgbmh461]

Using the old version v2 as door bell and motion detection, still struggling to using pocoF2 to link to mi app when upgrade, the light effects is Bridget when turn off all the light, the sound alarm 🚨 is loud , it said can have two hundred meter range , however it don't have USB 3 plugin , but can plugin 20k power bank for 3-7 day remote usage when lefting in rooftop Pro - cheapest/ frequently firmware update Con- hard to configure , no wall mounted kit

[@notmimul]

how's the range? same as the previous version?

[@marcoPRT1]

So would this be capable to act as Bluetooth WiFi gateway (like the bedside lamp) so I can gather the temperature from my Xiaomi temperature sensors when I'm not at home?

[@xiaomify]

yes it does

[@homekitnews]

Great video as always! Just wanted to mention I’m not a massive fan of this device either. It actually supports 64 devices according to the support page, but that’s still not enough of a bonus to make it a great update. I think the Aqara M2 will be a better option when it comes out.

[@xiaomify]

Thanks! I have checked it again but the details page on Xiaomi mentions it can only connect 32 Zigbee child devices. (Maybe the 64 you are referring to is including Bluetooth mesh devices?) I am personally a bit disappointed in this one as well and looking forward to the Aqara M2; I hope that they will do it slightly better. (Although from the images that I've seen of the M2 I don't think that has a speaker or LED lights either)

[@homekitnews]

xiaomify I could be wrong in that perhaps! Someone corrected me when I originally wrote it was 32 device, so I’ll double check. The M2 does have a speaker apparently, but no LED, which I can live without, but it also has an Ethernet connection and support for 100 devices, so it’s already a winner for me.

[@paulfoo2675]

Your videos have been really helpful I have a question, and too many videos to go through to get the answer Can I connect any Yeelight to the Mi Home app and gateway so that I can automate it in a way when the door sensor is triggered, the light will on? I know that lights have been mentioned to be automatable but I'm unsure if Yeelight is one of them Thanks!

[@diegomorales4028]

Hi, can I use this as a wifi hot spot?

[@DimitriArroba]

You work is amazing! Great video and review! So which hub do you recommend that works with HomeKit and xiaomi devices?

[@baochaunguyenngoc1216]

Have the answer yet

[@ig_lisboa]

imo the v2 is the best option so far

[@PFTEOH-ze4ti]

Any difference between China version vs Global version in the 3rd generation?