Zigbee
Zigbee is a low-power mesh protocol designed for smart home sensors and switches. It runs locally through a coordinator, so devices keep working even when the internet is down.
Zigbee runs on the 2.4 GHz band but uses its own protocol stack, not Wi-Fi. A Zigbee coordinator (a USB stick or hub) connects to Home Assistant and acts as the gateway for every Zigbee device in the home.
Strengths
- Local control by default. Devices report to your coordinator, not to a vendor cloud, so automations keep running when the internet drops.
- Excellent battery life. Many Zigbee sensors run for years on a single coin cell.
- Self-healing mesh. Powered devices extend the network’s range automatically.
- Mature ecosystem with thousands of compatible devices from many brands.
Trade-offs
- Initial setup requires a coordinator and good understanding of channel selection if you also use Wi-Fi-heavy networks.
- Brand interoperability is uneven. Some Zigbee devices implement vendor-specific clusters that need a custom quirk or zigbee2mqtt converter to expose all features.
Integrations on Zigbee
Selora installations run Zigbee through either of two Home Assistant integrations:
- ZHA is the built-in Zigbee integration, simple to set up and well supported by Home Assistant directly.
- zigbee2mqtt is a community alternative that supports a broader device catalog and exposes deeper per-device customization through MQTT.
Devices on Zigbee
Climate Sensor W100
Aqara Climate Sensor W100 is a Zigbee temperature and humidity sensor with an LCD display and three programmable buttons, so it reads the room and doubles as a thermostat-style wall controller.
Cube T1 Pro
Aqara Cube T1 Pro is a Zigbee controller that turns six gestures (flip, push, rotate, shake, tap, free fall) into automation triggers, with rotation mapped to smooth dimming and volume control.
Curtain Driver E1
Aqara Curtain Driver E1 motorizes existing curtain tracks or rods over Zigbee, reports position for any opening level, and runs for months on a rechargeable battery.
Door and Window Sensor
Aqara Door and Window Sensor is a compact Zigbee contact sensor that reports open and closed instantly, with multi-year battery life at low cost.
Door and Window Sensor P2
Aqara P2 is a Zigbee 3.0 door and window sensor with battery state reporting, tilt detection, and tamper alerts.
Door and Window Sensor T1
Aqara Door and Window Sensor T1 is a Zigbee 3.0 contact sensor reporting open and closed state, with broad coordinator compatibility and multi-year battery life.
Motion Sensor
Aqara Motion Sensor is a compact, low-cost Zigbee PIR with a built-in light sensor and long battery life, ideal for blanketing a home with motion triggers.
Motion Sensor P1
Aqara Motion Sensor P1 is a Zigbee 3.0 PIR motion sensor with a built-in light sensor and a detection interval adjustable from seconds to minutes, avoiding constant retriggering in busy rooms.
Multi-State Sensor P100
Aqara Multi-State Sensor P100 is a multi-state sensor that runs over Zigbee or as Matter over Thread and reports more than open or closed, suiting drawers, cabinets, and tilted openings.
Presence Sensor FP1E
Aqara FP1E is a Zigbee mmWave presence sensor that detects both motion and stillness, holding occupancy in offices and media rooms where a PIR sensor would lose a motionless person.
Smart Gas Detector
Aqara Smart Gas Detector is a Zigbee detector that senses combustible gas and sounds a built-in alarm, exposing leak events to Home Assistant for valve shut-off and ventilation.
Smart Lock U100
The Aqara Smart Lock U100 is a fingerprint and keypad deadbolt with Apple home key support. Home Assistant controls it locally through an Aqara Zigbee hub acting as a Matter bridge. The hub is required for any HA control.
Smart Plug
Aqara Smart Plug is a Zigbee plug-in outlet with energy metering and overload protection that doubles as a mains-powered Zigbee router, extending the mesh for nearby battery sensors.
Smoke Detector
Aqara Smoke Detector is a Zigbee photoelectric smoke alarm with a built-in local siren, exposing fire events to Home Assistant for whole-home alerts and escape automations.
Temperature and Humidity Sensor
Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensor is a compact Zigbee sensor reporting temperature, relative humidity, and barometric pressure from one battery-powered device.
Temperature and Humidity Sensor T1
Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensor T1 is a Zigbee 3.0 sensor reporting temperature and humidity, with broad coordinator compatibility across ZHA and zigbee2mqtt.
TVOC Air Quality Monitor
Aqara TVOC Air Quality Monitor is a Zigbee sensor that tracks total volatile organic compounds alongside temperature and humidity, shown on a low-power e-ink display.
Vibration Sensor
Aqara Vibration Sensor is a Zigbee accelerometer that detects vibration, tilt, and free fall, with adjustable sensitivity to suit doors, safes, and appliances.
Vibration Sensor T1
Aqara Vibration Sensor T1 is a Zigbee 3.0 accelerometer that detects vibration, tilt, and drops with adjustable sensitivity and broad coordinator compatibility.
Water Leak Sensor
Aqara Water Leak Sensor is an IP67 Zigbee sensor that fires the instant water bridges its contacts, with local alerts that keep working even when the internet is down.
Water Leak Sensor T1
Aqara Water Leak Sensor T1 is a Zigbee 3.0 leak sensor that fires the instant water bridges its contacts. Selora AI uses it to close shut-off valves and alert homeowners before damage spreads.
Wireless Mini Switch
Aqara Wireless Mini Switch is a battery-powered Zigbee button that distinguishes single, double, and long press, so one button drives up to three separate actions. Sticks anywhere, no wiring.
Blue Series 2-1 Switch
The Inovelli Blue Series 2-1 (VZM31-SN) is a Zigbee 3.0 in-wall control that is configurable as either an on/off switch or a dimmer for wired lighting. It pairs locally over ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT and adds a full-color RGB notification LED bar with multi-tap scene control.
Blue Series Fan & Light Canopy Module
The Inovelli Blue Series Fan & Light Canopy Module (VZM36) installs inside a ceiling-fan canopy to give independent Zigbee 3.0 control of the fan motor and a dimmable light. It pairs locally over ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT and is typically bound to a Blue Series wall switch.
Blue Series Fan Switch
The Inovelli Blue Series Fan Switch (VZM35-SN) is a Zigbee 3.0 in-wall control for AC-motor ceiling and exhaust fans, with three speed levels. It pairs locally over ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT and includes a full-color RGB notification LED bar with multi-tap scene control.
Blue Series mmWave Presence Dimmer
The Inovelli Blue Series mmWave Presence Dimmer (VZM32-SN) is a Zigbee 3.0 in-wall dimmer with a built-in millimeter-wave presence sensor and a lux sensor. It dims wired lighting and reports occupancy and ambient light locally over ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT.
Blue Series On/Off Switch
The Inovelli Blue Series On/Off Switch (VZM30-SN) is a Zigbee 3.0 in-wall switch with a built-in humidity sensor, making it a strong fit for bathroom and laundry exhaust fans. It pairs locally over ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT and adds an RGB notification LED bar with multi-tap scene control.
Blue Series Smart Button Controller
The Inovelli Blue Series Smart Button Controller is a Zigbee 3.0 in-wall dimmer built around scene control, with up to six interchangeable button configurations. It dims a wired light while sending rich multi-tap and hold events locally over ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT.
SmartCode 912 Tustin Lever
The Kwikset SmartCode 912 is a keypad lever lock with Zigbee that joins ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT directly, the straightforward pick for offices, interior doors, and single-bore doors on an existing Zigbee mesh.
SmartCode 914 (Zigbee)
The Zigbee 3.0 Kwikset SmartCode 914 is the reference direct-join Zigbee deadbolt: it pairs straight to a ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT coordinator (no hub, no cloud) with 30 user codes and keypad events managed from Home Assistant.
SmartCode 916 (Zigbee)
The Zigbee 3.0 Kwikset SmartCode 916 puts a capacitive touchscreen on the direct-join Zigbee deadbolt formula: it pairs straight to ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT with 30 user codes and keypad events, no hub or cloud involved.
Presence Sensor ES1
Linptech ES1 is a compact Zigbee mmWave presence sensor that reports occupancy, lux, and target distance, a budget pick for holding lights and HVAC on while a room is occupied.
Amarant Linear Outdoor Light
The Philips Hue Amarant: a linear outdoor wash light that grazes walls, fences, and hedges with color, an architectural outdoor fixture for Selora AI scenes.
Being Ceiling Light
The Philips Hue Being: a hardwired tunable-white ceiling light with a built-in dial-free look, for kitchens and hallways on circadian and everyday recipes in Selora AI.
Bloom Table Lamp
The Philips Hue Bloom: a small, rounded color accent lamp for indirect light behind furniture or on a shelf, an easy-to-place decorative light for Selora AI scenes.
Calla Outdoor Bollard
The Philips Hue Calla: a low bollard pathway light with color and tunable white, for lining walkways and driveways, driven by Selora AI outdoor scenes.
Centris Ceiling Spot
The Philips Hue Centris: a hardwired ceiling fixture with adjustable color spotlights plus a central light, for accenting and general lighting from one point in Selora AI scenes.
Datura Ceiling Light
The Philips Hue Datura: a hardwired color ceiling panel with a back-glow gradient, in round, square, and rectangular shapes, an architectural fixture for Selora AI whole-room scenes.
Econic Outdoor Wall Light
The Philips Hue Econic: a hardwired outdoor wall lantern with color and tunable white, for entrances and patios, driven by Selora AI outdoor and security scenes.
Enrave Ceiling Lamp
The Philips Hue Enrave: a hardwired tunable-white ceiling lamp in a clean minimalist disc, in several sizes, for everyday and circadian ceiling lighting in Selora AI.
Festavia Globe Outdoor String Lights
The Philips Hue Festavia globe string: weatherproof color globe lights on a string for patios, pergolas, and yards, with gradient effects driven by Selora AI outdoor scenes.
Festavia String Lights
Philips Hue Festavia gradient string lights for indoor and outdoor decor, with individually addressable color LEDs for shimmer and gradient effects in Selora AI seasonal scenes.
Flux Outdoor Strip Light
The Philips Hue Flux outdoor strip: a weatherproof color lightstrip for eaves, railings, and decks, an outdoor accent run driven by Selora AI scenes.
Hue Go Portable Table Lamp
The Philips Hue Go: a rechargeable, cordless color table lamp you can move room to room or take outside, a flexible accent light for Selora AI scenes.
Gradient Lightstrip
Philips Hue multi-zone gradient lightstrip for coves, shelves, and under-counter runs, blending several colors along its length, extendable and driven by Selora AI ambiance scenes.
Infuse Ceiling Lamp
The Philips Hue Infuse: a hardwired color ceiling lamp with a gradient halo, in multiple sizes, an architectural fixture for Selora AI whole-room scenes.
Iris Table Lamp
The Philips Hue Iris: a sculptural table lamp that washes walls with indirect color light, about 570 lumens, a decorative accent for Selora AI mood scenes.
Lily Outdoor Spot Light
The Philips Hue Lily: a stake-mounted color spotlight, about 600 lumens, for uplighting trees, walls, and garden features, the go-to outdoor accent for Selora AI scenes.
Lily XL Outdoor Spot Light
The Philips Hue Lily XL: a larger, brighter stake spotlight, about 1050 lumens, for uplighting tall trees and big facades, an outdoor accent for Selora AI scenes.
Play Gradient Light Tube
Philips Hue Play gradient light tube: a slim color tube for behind or below a TV that blends multiple colors, made for Selora AI entertainment and ambient scenes.
Play Gradient Lightstrip
The Philips Hue gradient TV backlight: a multi-zone color lightstrip sized for 55-, 65-, and 75-inch screens that blends several colors at once, a favorite for Selora AI entertainment scenes.
Play Light Bar
The Philips Hue Play light bar: a compact color accent bar for behind TVs, monitors, and shelves, stackable and mountable, a staple of Selora AI entertainment and accent scenes.
Resonate Outdoor Wall Light
The Philips Hue Resonate: a hardwired outdoor wall light that throws color up and down for a triangular wash on porches and patios, driven by Selora AI outdoor scenes.
Retrofit Recessed Downlight 5/6"
The Philips Hue retrofit recessed downlight: a color trim that drops into existing 5- or 6-inch cans, upgrading recessed lighting to Selora AI color scenes without rewiring.
Signe Gradient Floor Lamp
The Philips Hue Signe gradient floor lamp: a slim upright that paints a wall with a blend of colors at once, a centerpiece for Selora AI ambiance scenes.
Signe Gradient Table Lamp
The Philips Hue Signe gradient table lamp: a desktop version of the Signe that blends colors to accent a wall or shelf, tuned by Selora AI scenes.
Slim Downlight
The Philips Hue Slim Downlight: a low-profile hardwired color recessed light in 4- and 6-inch sizes, for even ceiling downlighting on Selora AI scenes.
Smart Plug
The Philips Hue Smart Plug: a Zigbee on/off outlet that brings any lamp or appliance into the Hue system and Selora AI recipes, no rewiring required.
Solo Lightstrip
Philips Hue single-zone color lightstrip (RGBWW) for accent and cove lighting, one color at a time across the run, an affordable strip for Selora AI scenes.
White & Color Ambiance A19
The flagship Philips Hue color smart bulb: an E26 A19 with 16 million colors and tunable white from warm to cool, the everyday workhorse for Selora AI lighting scenes and recipes.
White & Color Ambiance A21
High-output Philips Hue color smart bulb: a 1600-lumen A21/E26 for large rooms, high ceilings, and fixtures that need more brightness, with full color and tunable white for Selora AI scenes.
White & Color Ambiance BR30
Philips Hue color floodlight bulb in the BR30/E26 shape for recessed cans and can lights, with 16 million colors and tunable white for downlight scenes in Selora AI.
White & Color Ambiance Candle E12
Philips Hue color candelabra bulb in the B39/E12 shape, about 470 lumens, for chandeliers and sconces, with 16 million colors and tunable white for Selora AI scenes.
White & Color Ambiance GU10
Philips Hue color GU10 spotlight, about 450 lumens, for track heads and recessed spot fixtures, with full color and tunable white driven by Selora AI recipes.
White & Color Ambiance Lightguide
Philips Hue Lightguide decorative bulbs in sculptural ellipse, globe, and tube shapes with a visible internal light guide, full color and tunable white, for statement fixtures driven by Selora AI.
White & Color Ambiance MR16
Philips Hue low-voltage MR16/GU5.3 color spotlight for 12 V track and accent fixtures, with 16 million colors and tunable white for Selora AI accent-lighting recipes.
White & Color Ambiance PAR38
Philips Hue weather-resistant color floodlight bulb in the PAR38/E26 shape for covered outdoor and high-output indoor fixtures, with full color and tunable white for Selora AI scenes.
White A19
The budget Philips Hue smart bulb: a soft warm-white 2700 K A19/E26, dimmable but single-temperature, an inexpensive way to bring rooms into Selora AI automations.
White Ambiance A19
Philips Hue tunable-white A19/E26 bulb, warm to cool white without color, for everyday rooms and circadian lighting recipes in Selora AI.
White Ambiance BR30
Philips Hue tunable-white BR30/E26 floodlight bulb for recessed cans, warm to cool white without color, for downlight scenes and circadian recipes in Selora AI.
White Ambiance Candle E12
Philips Hue tunable-white candelabra bulb in the E12 shape for chandeliers and sconces, warm to cool white without color for Selora AI scenes.
White Ambiance Filament A19
Philips Hue Edison-style filament A19/E26 bulb with a visible glowing coil and tunable white, for exposed fixtures where the bulb itself is on show, controlled by Selora AI.
White Ambiance Filament ST19 Edison
Philips Hue vintage Edison ST19/E26 filament bulb with an elongated glowing coil and tunable white, for exposed pendants and lamps, controlled by Selora AI.
White Ambiance GU10
Philips Hue tunable-white GU10 spotlight, about 450 lumens, for track heads and recessed spots, warm to cool white without color for Selora AI scenes.
1 Gen4
Compact multiprotocol relay switch with a potential-free (dry contact) output for switching lights, appliances, and low-voltage circuits. No neutral required and supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter for flexible integration.
1 Mini Gen4
A compact Gen4 relay module with a potential-free (dry) contact output for switching lights, appliances, or low-voltage circuits in tight spaces. Multiprotocol radios let it run on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, or Matter to fit almost any installer's ecosystem.
1PM Gen4
Shelly 1PM Gen4 is a multiprotocol relay with power metering that wires behind a switch and speaks Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter, so it fits almost any smart home ecosystem.
1PM Mini Gen4
A compact single-channel smart relay with built-in power metering that fits inside a standard wall box. Supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter for flexible integration into any smart home.
2PM Gen4
Dual-channel Wi-Fi relay with per-channel power metering and a roller/cover mode for motorized blinds and shutters. Multiprotocol Gen4 hardware adds Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter for flexible integration.
BLU Button Tough 1
A rugged, water- and dust-resistant battery button that triggers scenes and controls devices over Bluetooth Low Energy with multi-click actions. Sold in Bluetooth (BTHome) and Zigbee variants for flexible smart home control.
BLU Door/Window
Battery-powered contact sensor that reports open/close state, tilt-and-turn angle, and ambient lux, with up to five years on a single CR2032 cell. Sold in Bluetooth and Zigbee (ZB) variants for flexible integration.
BLU H&T
A compact battery-powered Bluetooth temperature and humidity sensor with a CR2032 cell and roughly three-year battery life. Sold in Bluetooth and Bluetooth+Zigbee (ZB) variants, both splash and dust-resistant for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements.
BLU H&T Display ZB
Battery-powered temperature and humidity sensor with an e-paper display showing real-time readings and a clock. Sold in Bluetooth and Zigbee variants for flexible smart home integration.
BLU Motion
Battery-powered motion sensor with a built-in illuminance (lux) meter for triggering lighting and scenes based on real activity and room brightness. Sold in Bluetooth (BLU) and Zigbee (BLU Motion ZB) variants for flexible integration.
BLU RC Button 4
Battery-powered four-button Bluetooth remote for triggering scenes and controlling devices, supporting single, double, triple, long and multi-tap actions. Sold in Bluetooth (BTHome) and Zigbee variants for flexible integration.
BLU Remote Control ZB
Shelly BLU Remote Control ZB is a battery-powered handheld scene controller with navigation buttons, ring keys, a scroll wheel, and a motion accelerometer. The ZB model speaks both Bluetooth and Zigbee, and a Bluetooth-only BLU variant is also sold.
BLU TRV
Battery-powered smart thermostatic radiator valve with a rotating knob and LED display that regulates room temperature by controlling hot water flow. Supports fine ±0.1°C steps, weekly schedules, and external Shelly BLU sensors.
Dimmer Gen4
Multiprotocol in-wall dimmer with trailing-edge dimming up to 200 W, optional no-neutral operation, and power metering when wired with neutral. Connects over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, or Matter so it fits almost any smart home stack.
EM Mini Gen4
A compact single-phase energy meter that measures active power and energy on one circuit via direct screw-terminal connection. Gives installers accurate, real-time consumption data without bulky CT clamps.
Flood Gen4
A battery-powered Gen4 water leak sensor with a 2 m extendable leak-detection cable (up to 150 m) for catching leaks along pipes, walls, and large floor areas. Multiprotocol over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter, with selectable Flood and Rain operating modes and IP44 protection.
Plug US Gen4
A multiprotocol US smart plug rated for 15 A (1800 W) with built-in power and energy metering. Connects over Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, or Matter for flexible local control across ecosystems.
Presence Gen4
A USB-C powered 60-64 GHz mmWave radar presence sensor that detects stationary occupants across up to 10 zones, with a built-in illuminance sensor for lighting-aware automations. Multiprotocol Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, and Matter for flexible integration.
SNZB-03P
Sonoff SNZB-03P is a battery Zigbee PIR motion sensor with a 6 m range and a configurable clear delay, an inexpensive instant trigger for hallway and entry lighting.
SNZB-06P
Sonoff SNZB-06P is a Zigbee microwave-radar presence sensor that detects a stationary person at a budget price, making true occupancy detection affordable in every room.
Zigbee Motion Sensor
Third Reality's Zigbee Motion Sensor is a budget PIR sensor that runs about two years on two AAA batteries, detecting motion up to 20 feet away for basic lighting automations.
Assure Lock (YRD216/YRD226/YRD256)
The original Yale Assure Lock (keypad YRD216, touchscreen YRD226, and key-free SL YRD256) takes a swappable Zigbee module that joins ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT directly, with 25 user codes and keypad events managed from Home Assistant.