Aqara Home
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What it is
Aqara Home is an Android and iOS app for adding Aqara devices and viewing or controlling them. It supports remote control, device grouping, schedules, real-time notifications, automations, and scenes. Automations can use device triggers and conditions to determine actions; scenes can gather multiple automations or serve as an automation result. The app also offers device upgrades, sub-device setup, and additional settings for documented HomeKit devices. Aqara lists compatibility with Matter, Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, Clova, Alice, IFTTT, and Home Connect Plus, although compatibility varies by product. A hub may be required for some ecosystems or functions; Advanced Matter Bridging requires a compatible Aqara hub. After devices are added in Aqara Home, OAuth 2.0 or interface authorization can provide device viewing and control permissions. The app is free. Aqara says communications between Apple devices and Aqara devices are end-to-end encrypted when using Apple Home. Users should check Aqara’s product activation region policy for regional details.
Spec sheet
- Purpose
- Aqara Home manages and controls Aqara smart devices and supports home automation.Read 5 Oct 2026 · us.aqara.com
- Platforms
- Aqara's Hub page identifies Aqara Home app control on iOS and Android.Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Free plan
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · aqara.com
- Integrations
- Aqara lists Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT, Home Assistant, and Homey among supported ecosystems; compatibility varies by product and some functions may require a hub.Read 5 Oct 2026 · us.aqara.com
- Security
- Aqara’s Apple Home page says communications between Apple devices and Aqara devices are end-to-end encrypted when using Apple Home.Read 4 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Support
- Aqara's US store lists FAQ, contact, user manuals, installation videos, and lifetime customer support.Read 5 Oct 2026 · us.aqara.com
- Maker
- Aqara’s website identifies Lumi United Technology Co., Ltd. in its copyright notice.Read 4 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- API access
- Aqara documents OAuth 2.0 or interface authorization for obtaining device viewing and control permissions after devices are added with Aqara Home.Read 4 Oct 2026 · opendoc.aqara.com
- App features
- The app supports device grouping, scheduling, real-time notifications, and remote control.Read 5 Oct 2026 · us.aqara.com
- App platforms
- Aqara says the app is available through the Android App Market and Apple Store.Read 4 Oct 2026 · opendoc.aqara.com
- Automation
- Aqara Home supports automation and scenes; Aqara’s HomeKit Mode documentation says that mode does not support automation or scene settings.Read 4 Oct 2026 · opendoc.aqara.com
- Automations
- Automations can use device triggers and conditions under “IF” and actions under “THEN.”Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Camera integration
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · aqara.com
- Company history
- Aqara’s brand story lists 2009 as the year Shenzhen Lumi was founded.Read 4 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Device control
- The Aqara Home app can control a home remotely from almost anywhere.Read 4 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Device settings
- Aqara Home supports device upgrades, adding sub-devices, and additional settings that Apple Home does not provide for the documented HomeKit devices.Read 4 Oct 2026 · opendoc.aqara.com
- Hub dependency
- Aqara says a hub may be required for certain ecosystems or functions.Read 4 Oct 2026 · us.aqara.com
- Hub requirement
- Aqara says a hub may be required for certain ecosystems or functions, and asks users to check individual product details for compatibility.Read 5 Oct 2026 · us.aqara.com
- Local control
- Aqara says users who control devices only within their home network do not need an internet connection, and personal data is not transferred to Aqara to enable those smart home functions.Read 5 Oct 2026 · cdn.aqara.com
- Matter
- Advanced Matter Bridging can expose certain Aqara features to third-party Matter platforms and integrate third-party devices into Aqara Home, with a compatible Aqara hub required.Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Matter support
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · aqara.com
- Privacy policy
- Aqara’s app privacy policy says it covers personal data handling for Aqara Home and was updated and took effect on March 20, 2026.Read 4 Oct 2026 · cdn.aqara.com
- Regional activation
- Aqara publishes a product activation region policy, so users should check it for regional activation details.Read 4 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Regional compliance
- Aqara states that its smart home devices sold in Australia comply with the Cyber Security (Security Standards for Smart Devices) Rules 2025 and that its devices sold in the UK comply with PSTI Regulations.Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Scenes
- A scene can collect multiple automations and can also be used as an automation result.Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Security updates
- Aqara says security updates generally include patches, vulnerability fixes, and other security improvements, and are maintained for at least two years from launch for certain device models.Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
- Voice assistant support
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · aqara.com
- Zigbee support
- YesRead 24 Sep 2026 · aqara.com
Plans and prices
Aqara Home Free The app listing pages opened did not state a price or plan limits. Read 5 Oct 2026 · aqara.com
Strong points and limits
Strong points
- Remote control, grouping, schedules, and notifications are supported.
- Automations can use device triggers, conditions, and actions.
- Scenes can combine automations or act as their result.
- Supports Matter, Zigbee, voice assistants, and camera integration.
- The app is free.
Limits
- A hub may be needed for some functions or ecosystems.
- Product compatibility varies across listed integrations.
- Advanced Matter Bridging requires a compatible Aqara hub.
- HomeKit Mode does not support automation or scene settings.
Who it suits
It suits people who want to add and control Aqara devices from Android or iOS, with automation, scenes, and integrations. Users considering a particular ecosystem or Matter bridging should check device compatibility and whether a hub is required.
Verdict
Aqara Home provides device control and automation alongside integrations that vary by product. Check hub requirements and regional activation details for the devices and functions you plan to use.
Where Specifiction places it
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