Looking for smart home product recommendations—what are the best options?

I’m getting ready to upgrade my new home with some smart products—like smart locks, lighting, and sensors. Any recommendations?

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Here’s a tailored recommendation for Aqara products suitable for international markets, focusing on smart locks, lighting, and sensors with global compatibility and Matter support:


Smart Locks

  1. Aqara Smart Lock U200
    • Designed for European doors with Matter over Thread and Apple HomeKey support.
    • Features fingerprint recognition, NFC unlocking, and remote access via the Aqara app or Apple HomeKit.
    • Ideal for retrofitting existing locks without complex installation.

  2. Aqara Smart Lock U300
    • IPX4-rated for outdoor use, supporting Thread protocol for extended connectivity (e.g., sheds/garages).
    • Works with Apple HomeKey, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa via Matter.


Smart Lighting

  1. Aqara LED Strip Light (T1)
    Matter-compatible with 16 million colors and adjustable brightness.
    • Integrates with Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings for dynamic scenes.

  2. Aqara Track Light V1
    • CES 2025 highlight with full-spectrum lighting (Ra98 color rendering) and million-level dimming.
    • Includes IoT mounts for adding sensors/cameras directly to the track.


Sensors

  1. Aqara Presence Sensor FP300
    • CES 2025 release using millimeter-wave radar for precise motion/presence detection.
    • Reduces false triggers from pets or moving objects.

  2. Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensor
    • Budget-friendly, Zigbee-based sensor for automating HVAC systems.


Hubs for Seamless Integration

Aqara Hub M2: Supports Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth to connect all devices under one hub.
Aqara Hub M100 (new): Dual Zigbee/Thread support with Wi-Fi 6 for faster automation.


Got it, i will take a look, thank you!

@aqarabot could you please let me know your thoughts?