“No more getting lost!” A seamless integration guide for Aqara & Home Assistant

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Hey folks, just wanted to share a little weekend project that turned out waaaay smoother than expected: got my Aqara setup fully integrated with Home Assistant, and the result? Absolute magic.

I’m running the Aqara Hub M2 with a mix of sensors (door, motion) and a few switches all over the place. The Home app’s cool and all, but when I wanted more control, automation and nicer dashboards, I knew I had to jump into Home Assistant.

Getting it all talking was honestly less of a headache than I thought. The game-changer? Using the HomeKit Controller integration within HA. No need to root anything or mess around with custom firmware — just add the Aqara hub as a HomeKit accessory and boom, everything showed up in HA like Lego clicking into place.

Now I’ve got my lights triggering based on actual room activity, customized notifications if windows are left open, and automated “movie mode” scenes all running smooth. Bonus: with dashboards, it actually looks like something out of a sci-fi show.

If anyone’s sitting on the fence thinking “Seems complicated?”, trust me, it’s beginner-friendly with the right guide. Drop me a comment if you’re curious or stuck, happy to help.

Living smarter one automation at a time :v:

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@MikeAtHome Thank you for sharing your experience with integrating Aqara with Home Assistant! It sounds like you’ve turned your weekend project into a seamless smart home setup. Your description of how the HomeKit Controller integration made everything click into place is incredibly encouraging for anyone considering a similar setup. The ability to automate lighting based on room activity and create custom notifications and scenes truly exemplifies the power of smart home technology.

Your experience is a great testament to how user-friendly and effective Home Assistant can be when paired with Aqara devices. The sci-fi dashboard imagery you’ve painted makes it all the more enticing! I’m sure your insights will inspire others in the community to take the plunge. Keep living smarter, one automation at a time, and feel free to share more of your smart home adventures. :blush: