AqaraPresence Sensor FP2, mmWave Radar Wired Motion Sensor, Zone Positioning, Multi-Person & Fall Detection, High Precision with More Privacy, Supports HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant

one word Awesome.Completely changes everything. Meets and exceeds my expectations.Aqara have produced one hell of a sensor.The Lux sensor alone, is the fastest I’ve ever used. And that alone would be enough reason for me to buy more.I have two of the original FP1 sensors, which I’m currently using and both have been faultless. Once setup properly.But have been slow to detect presence. So still need a additional sensor to speed up motion detection and detect Lux levels.Absolutely not the case with the FP2’s presence sensing and its ability to zone a room.The down sides. The WiFi 2.4ghz only. Which makes it tricky to initially setup if your mesh router can’t split the networks.So if your a sole android user. This could cause a problem.As a IOS user and HomeKit user I had no such problem.But the Aqare iOS app when used with this sensor is extremely slow to display the current position of presence.Which gives the end user the belief that it’s not working as expected.But when you switch over to the android app. Positioning updates of presence update in real time. So obviously a bug with the IOS app.Home assistant. HomeKit integration works perfectly.I was aware that the sensor doesn’t currently work with GH and can’t be exposed to GH via home assistant. But that’s easy to get around with a few helpers and exposing the helpers to GH if needed.I will absolutely be buying more when available

I recently purchased the Aquara Presence Sensor from Amazon, and overall, I'm quite satisfied with its performance. This sensor is a valuable addition to any smart home setup, but there are a few aspects that could use improvement, considering its relatively high price point.First off, the physical installation of the sensor was a breeze. It came with clear instructions, and I had it up and running in no time. However, when it comes to the software, I must admit that it can be a bit challenging to navigate. The setup process could have been made more user-friendly, as it took some trial and error to get everything working smoothly.In terms of sensing capabilities, the Aquara Presence Sensor excels. It accurately detects movement and presence, allowing you to automate your smart home devices with precision. One notable advantage over traditional PIR sensors is that it knows exactly when you leave the room, ensuring that your devices respond accordingly. This feature is incredibly useful and provides a seamless experience.I particularly enjoy the compatibility of this sensor with other smart devices. By using only a HomePod as a hub, I was able to effortlessly control my Hue and Nanoleaf bulbs. The convenience of not needing an additional Aquara hub is definitely a plus.However, there are a couple of downsides worth mentioning. One of the most frustrating aspects is dealing with the sensor's cable. It can be a challenge to figure out the best placement for the cable, and it would have been more convenient if Aquara provided clearer guidance in this regard. Additionally, it's disappointing that a spare USB plug for power isn't included in the package. This means you'll need to find your own spare USB plug, which can be an inconvenience if you don't have one readily available.The major drawback of the Aquara Presence Sensor is its price. It's relatively expensive, and considering its capabilities, I would suggest paying less than £50 for it. While it performs well, it doesn't introduce anything revolutionary to justify its higher price compared to other presence sensors on the market.Despite these minor setbacks and the high cost, the Aquara Presence Sensor performs admirably and fulfills its purpose of automating your smart home devices based on your presence. If you're willing to invest in its price and tackle the initial software setup, this sensor is a worthwhile addition to your smart home ecosystem.Pros:- Accurate presence detection- Knows exactly when you leave the room- Works seamlessly with Hue and Nanoleaf bulbs using only a HomePod as a hub- Enhances your smart home automation experienceCons:- Challenging software setup- Occasional oversensitivity- Cable placement can be tricky- No spare USB plug included- Relatively expensive for its capabilities

Ok, so many months after my original review (and failure to get this to work) I thought I’d give it another stab today.Reset the fp2 and started over, initially wouldn’t connect to HomeKit (took 3 attempts), then once I’d got past that, the room setup just wouldn’t work properly; the app was showing someone in the room even though it was empty and bizarrely that they’d been in the room for more than 6000 hours! After more resets and failures I thought I’d try my second fp2 in case the first one is actually faulty. HomeKit failure again on initial set up, but once I’d got past that, this one did see the room as empty when it should, however, the celebrations were cut short when I kept going back to the room to test it and sometimes it worked perfectly, sometimes not at all, sometimes the lights would come on as I entered the room but then immediately turn off again (note, this room is tiny, a downstairs bathroom). So these two devices are now destined for the skip that’s currently on my driveway. I really like Aqara products (I have multiple light strips, door sensors etc), but this falls so wide of the mark I can’t believe it’s actually been released in this state. I’ll stick to my Hue motion sensors for now, or will perhaps wait for some alternative brands to release one and see how that compares.Ok, so I bought this and in a rush went to set it up in probably not the best location (it couldn’t detect the whole room, which isn’t large), so I decided I’d take another look at it another time and move it to a more suitable location. I tried this today thinking that there would be an option in the app to relocate it and set up the room again, but I can’t find anything for this anywhere (perhaps it’s buried deep within one of the many menus in the Aqara app?), so I decided to remove the device and reset it and start again, but now it just won’t pair, just fails every time. Might be a very good device if you can get it to work, but for me at the moment it’s just a paper weight. I’ll come back to it another day and if I can get it to work I’ll update my review accordingly, but be warned it certainly not a plug and play device like a lot of other smart home accessories.