One of the most under utilised and under rated products from Aqara is the wireless mini switch. I thought I would put together a little guide showing a few uses and ideas that may not have occurred to people. From helping with mobility issues, to a good night scene, I hope someone finds this helpful.
Here is the PDF if you would like to keep it for future reference.
Aqara Wireless Mini Switch Guide.pdf (226.8 KB)
Aqara Smart Home Info Sheet Series
Aqara Wireless Mini Switch – Small Button, Big
Possibilities
Overview
The Aqara Wireless Mini Switch is a battery-powered Zigbee button designed to give you simple, flexible control over your smart home. It doesn’t need wiring and can be mounted anywhere — making it perfect for quick access or assistive control. This really is one of the most under rated devices in the smart home.
Connection: Zigbee (requires Aqara Hub)
Power: CR2032 battery (up to 2 years)
Controls: Single press, double press, long press
Integrations: Aqara Home, Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home
Use Cases: Control lights, scenes, devices, or send alerts
Usage & Reliability
• Indoor use – Ideal for dry environments (bedroom, living room, hallway, kitchen).
• Battery life – Typically 2 years with standard use.
• Zigbee stability – Low-latency, local automations (work even if Wi-Fi is down).
• Hub compatibility – Works best with Aqara Hubs (M2, M3, G3, G2H Pro, E1, etc.).
Accessibility & Ease of Use
The Mini Switch can be life-changing for those with limited mobility or accessibility needs.
■ Simple operation – one large, tactile button.
■ Flexible placement – mount on walls, furniture, bedside tables, or wheelchairs.
■ Physical + voice control – combine button with Siri or Alexa.
■ Assistive automations – turn lights on/off, close blinds, or send a ‘help’ notification.
Practical Scenarios
| Scenario | Use Case | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom Control | Nightstand switch for lighting | Single press: light on/off, Double press: close blinds, Long press: all off |
| Front Door | Quick control when leaving | Single press: entry light on/off, Double press: all lights off, Long press: arm security |
| Living Room | Scene selector | Single press: Movie mode, Double press: Bright mode, Long press: Bedtime scene |
| Accessibility Aid | Call or assistance button | Single press: Flash lights, Double press: alarm noise, Long press: alert notification |
| Children’s Room | Simplified control | Single press: lamp on/off, Double press: TV off, Long press: Goodnight scene |
How to Set Up Automations – Aqara Home App
Example 1: Toggle a light on/off
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Open Aqara Home app.
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Tap Mini Switch → 3 dots at top right → Configure Automations → + Add.
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WHEN: Add Trigger → Accessories → Mini Switch → Single Click.
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THEN: Add Action → Accessories → [Choose Light] → On/Off.
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Save as ‘Bedside Light Toggle’.
Example 2: Good Night Scene
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Create a ‘Good Night’ Scene first.
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WHEN: Add Trigger → Accessories → Mini Switch → Long Press.
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THEN: Scene → Good Night.
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Save.
Example 3: Alert or Notification
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I WHEN: Add Trigger → Accessories → Mini Switch → Long Press.
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THEN: Notifications & Alerts → Push Notification → Custom Notification 'Assistance Needed’.
(You can also choose Push Alarm Notification to sound the alarm)
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(Optional) Flash light or sound alarm using Add Action again.
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Save
How to Set Up Automations – Apple Home
Unfortunately, Apple does not make it too easy to toggle a light on or off, but you can do it and here is how.
Example 1: Turn on/off lights with a single press
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Find the mini switch and tap on it.
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Under Actions, select Add next to Single Press
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Choose Light(s) → scroll down & click Convert To Shortcut
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Search for & add the IF option. Then search for and add the Control Home option.
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Drag the top Set option below the If Line & the bottom Set option above the End If line.
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If Condition →Accessory →”your Light” →Is On. Check the first Set option to check the light is set to off.
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On the second Set, select your light and make sure it is on.
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Click the tick at the top right, the the tick again to save.
This has now set up an action that when the button is pressed, if the light is on, it will turn off and vice versa.
Tips for Best Use
• Use 3M adhesive or Velcro for mounting.
• Label switches for clarity.
• Combine with scenes for intuitive control.
• Keep one as a universal ‘All Off’ button.
Final Thought
The Aqara Wireless Mini Switch is simple, affordable, accessible, and endlessly adaptable — perfect for any home and anyone. After a little practise with automations, it is easy to automate tasks and add scenes that are at your fingertips.