Love triangles are always tricky – or so they say. That’s exactly how the relationship between Aqara, Apple Home, and Home Assistant feels to me. And I’m still wondering how this “relationship” should be set up for the best results.
Step one is clear: I pair all my Aqara devices in the Aqara app. But then what? Should I connect the Aqara hubs to Apple Home via Matter, and then connect Apple Home to Home Assistant? Or is it better to connect the Aqara hubs via Matter directly to Home Assistant? Or should I connect the hubs to both Apple Home and Home Assistant?
Wouldn’t that lead to devices showing up twice?
What’s been your experience? Has anyone found the “golden setup” they can share? Thanks!
Always remember: “If your car is smarter than your home… you’re driving into the future while living in the past” 
