Amazon Prime Day is set for next week, running from October 7 to 8, which makes it a great time to find additions for your smart home setup.
Aqara is offering discounts of up to 48% in the US and 37% in the UK, along with deals in other regions, on Amazon through October 12. We looked through the list, and here are five products we highly recommend:
Door and Window Sensor P2
The Matter-over-Thread sensor has a rounded design and supports Matter 1.4. It features adjustable sensitivity (trigger distance) via a supported Matter platform or the Aqara app for an optimized experience. The sensor also has a long battery life; my own unit has lasted for over two years of daily use.
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The sensor is 20% off in the US and UK, and 25% off in Canada.
- Check our review on Aqara and Window Sensor P2.
Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2
The Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2, a contact sensor, is a key component of the Aqara smart home ecosystem, offering compatibility with the Matter protocol, enabling seamless integration and control within your smart home network.
Motion and Light Sensor P2
The Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2 features Matter-over-Thread, all packed into a tiny body. Its iconic and flexible design allows for easy installation, and it features a wide 170-degree detection range. Its sensitivity and on-hold time can also be adjusted via supported Matter platforms. Aqara claims that the sensor has a two-year battery life.
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There’s a 21% discount in the US, and 20% in Canada and the UK.
- Check our review on Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2.
Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2
The Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2, part number AS057, is a unique component of the Aqara smart home ecosystem, offering compatibility with the Matter protocol, and providing seamless integration with popular virtual assistants for enhanced home automation.
Camera Hub G5 Pro
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro is a 4-megapixel outdoor camera. It also features a built-in hub for Zigbee and Thread connectivity. With the Aqara platform, you can utilize the camera as a Matter controller to add dozens of different Matter device types.
The camera features local AI for visual and abnormal sound detection, supporting seven types of visual detection and four types of abnormal sound detection. The G5 Pro can recognize faces, vehicles, and animals.
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The Wi-Fi version has a 28% discount in the US, 23% in Canada, and 25% in the UK. The PoE version has around a 25% discount across all regions.
- Check our review on Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro.
Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro is an outdoor-ready surveillance camera with advanced AI features, True Color Night Vision, and wide platform compatibility, ensuring secure and intelligent monitoring for your property.
Smart Lock U200
The Aqara Smart Lock U200 is a retrofit smart lock with Matter-over-Thread. It supports NFC and Apple Home Key features on top of its Matter integration, bringing a better experience for Apple users. The lock also offers a keypad, PIN codes, and a fingerprint reader as unlock options.
The lock is powered by a rechargeable Li-ion battery, while the keypad can be powered by either a hardwired connection or AAA batteries. Aqara claims the lock has up to six months of battery life.
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The U200 is 33% off in the US, 29% in Canada, and 37% in the UK. The newer U300 model has a smaller discount of around 25% across different regions.
Aqara Smart Lock U200
A native Matter over Thread retrofit smartlock with planned support for Apple Home Keys as well as auto-unlock, NFC, a keypad, and fingerprint recognition.
Dimmer Switch H2 US/EU
The Aqara Dimmer Switch H2 US/EU features dual connectivity with Zigbee and Matter-over-Thread. It can be easily integrated into your smart home setup, transforming existing lights into dimmable smart ones.
A highlight is that the dimmer supports installation with or without a neutral wire and can monitor power usage when the neutral wire is connected. Aqara states that it supports a wide range of lights and includes the ability to set minimum and maximum brightness limits.
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The US version has a 20% discount in the US and Canada, while the EU version is 15% off.
Dimmer Switch H2 US
A smart, wire-compatible dimmer switch that allows for optimal light dimming, remote control, and seamless integration with other smart home devices.
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