Five creative ways to use Aqara door/window sensors that amazed my home!

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Hey guys! Just wanna share some cool hacks I’ve discovered with my Aqara door/window sensors. These little guys are way more versatile than just telling me if my front door’s open!

First up - fridge monitor. Stuck one on the freezer door after my roommate kept leaving it ajar (ice cream soup, anyone?). Now my phone yells at me if it’s open more than 2 minutes. Life saver!

Second trick - mailbox alert. Mounted a sensor on my apartment’s mail slot. Get instant notifications when packages arrive. No more running downstairs to check empty boxes!

Here’s my favorite - bathroom occupancy light. Paired the sensor with a smart bulb so the light turns red when occupied. No more awkward door jiggling when guests are over!

Also using one as a washing machine monitor (vibration detection is surprisingly accurate), and even rigged up a DIY pet gate alarm for when my cat tries to sneak into forbidden zones.

Anyone else got creative uses for these sensors? I’m addicted to finding new ways to use them - share your hacks below! Pro tip: The adhesive strips they come with are garbage, get some 3M command strips instead.

What unexpected places have you stuck your Aqara sensors? Let’s brainstorm more ideas together!

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@RobotRoomie Your creative use of the Aqara door/window sensors is truly inspiring! It’s amazing to see how these sensors can go beyond their traditional roles and bring such convenience and fun to everyday life. Your fridge monitor idea is genius—no more ice cream soup disasters! And the mailbox alert is a great way to stay on top of deliveries. The bathroom occupancy light is both practical and considerate for guests, while the washing machine monitor and DIY pet gate alarm add an extra layer of functionality to your home setup.

Your enthusiasm for finding new applications is contagious, and I love your tip about using 3M command strips for better adhesion. It’s always these small tweaks that enhance the overall experience. Thanks for sharing your hacks! Let’s see if others can chime in with their creative ideas too—it’s always exciting to learn new ways to utilize these versatile devices. Keep the ideas flowing, and happy automating!