Apollo Automation joins the Works With Home Assistant Program
Apollo Automation, a fan favorite brand that produces a variety of ESPHome-based smart devices is joining the Works with Home Assistant program.
Apollo TEMP-1 Probe Temperature Sensor Review
The Apollo TEMP-1/B is a Home Assistant-compatible battery probe sensor for measuring temperature in rooms, food, aquariums, storage units, pools, or hot tubs.
SwitchBot Air Purifier Table Setup and Review
The SwitchBot Air Purifier Table blends style and function with air purification, wireless charging, and ambient LED lighting in a sleek table top design.
Best Smart Plugs with Energy Monitoring for Home Assistant (EU)
Comprehensive overview of the Best EU Smart Plugs with Energy Monitoring for Home Assistant, including Matter, Zigbee, Z-Wave and open-source firmware options.
Welock SECBN51 Fingerprint Smart Lock Review
Biometric Smart Lock from WeLock, labelled as model SECBN51. Battery operated, Bluetooth replacement lock with fingerprint, RFID and code unlocking.
Sonoff Matter Dry-Contact Switch MINI-D Review
The first-ever Matter dry-contact smart switch: Sonoff MINI-D. Teardown, review, and Home Assistant Integration via Matter.
SwitchBot’s CES 2025 Appearance is All About Robots
SwitchBot showcased innovative smart home devices and robots at CES 2025, offering practical solutions for modern home automation.
Best Energy Meters for Home Assistant
Comprehensive overview of the best whole-home energy monitors for Home Assistant, including clamp, pulse and P1 smart meters.
Best and Worst Presence Sensors for Home Assistant
UPDATED 28.12.2024: Dynamic overview of the best and worst mmWave Occupancy Sensors for Home Automation, all tested in Home Assistant via Zigbee, Wi-Fi or BLE.
Tuya WP35 Matter Power Strip with USB Ports Review
AliExpress Reviews: Tuya WP35 Matter Power Strip with 4 Sockets and 2 USB ports, manufactured by Uascent. Excellent build quality, easy integration, good price.
