Best Curtain Bot for your Smart Home!! [HomeKit Edition]

Summary

In this video, Shane reviews three smart curtain robots: Switchbot Curtain, Acara E1 Curtain Driver, and Xemi Smart Curtain Motor. He evaluates their compatibility with HomeKit, installation ease, battery life, and performance. Acara boasts a year-long battery life and high load capacity but limited rod compatibility. Switchbot, despite lacking native HomeKit support, offers a user-friendly app and the broadest rod compatibility. Xemi Smart, with native HomeKit support, has average battery life and comes with a remote. Shane provides insights to help viewers choose the best smart curtain solution for their needs.

Takeaways

• 🤖 The video reviews three smart curtain robots: Switchbot Curtain, Acara E1 Curtain Driver, and Xemi Smart Curtain Motor, focusing on their compatibility with Apple's HomeKit.
• 🏡 The Acara E1 and Xemi Smart Curtain Motors currently have native HomeKit support, while Switchbot Curtain is expected to gain support with the release of the Switchbot Hub Mini HomeKit version.
• 🔗 All three products require a hub for operation: Acara uses its own hub, Xemi Smart requires the Xemi Smart HomeKit Hub, and Switchbot connects via Bluetooth Low Energy to the Switchbot Hub Mini.
• 🔋 Acara boasts the longest battery life of up to one year, followed by Switchbot with eight months, and Xemi Smart with five months.
• 💰 The Acara E1 is priced at $89.99, Switchbot at $99.99, and Xemi Smart ranges from $100 to $150, with discounts and shipping costs varying by product and retailer.
• 🛠️ Installation processes differ, with Acara being the most straightforward, followed by Switchbot and Xemi Smart, which requires the most steps.
• 📐 Compatibility with curtain rods and rails is a key consideration, with Switchbot supporting the widest range of rod sizes.
• 🌞 Acara and Switchbot include an ambient light sensor for automation based on light levels, a feature not found in Xemi Smart.
• 📱 All three have their own dedicated apps for setup and control, with Switchbot offering the most user-friendly experience and additional performance modes.
• 🏁 The video concludes with a recommendation that the best choice depends on individual needs, existing smart home ecosystems, and specific curtain rod compatibility.

Q & A

What are the three curtain robots discussed in the video?

The three curtain robots discussed are the Switchbot Curtain, the Acara E1 Curtain Driver, and the Xemi Smart Curtain Motor.

What is the main purpose of these smart curtain robots?

The main purpose is to automate the opening and closing of curtains at specific times, based on certain conditions like sunlight or temperature, or when someone leaves or arrives home.

Which of these curtain robots currently has native support for Apple's HomeKit?

At the time of recording, only the Acara and the Xemi Smart have native support for HomeKit.

What is the expected battery life for the Acara E1 Curtain Driver?

The Acara E1 Curtain Driver boasts up to one year of battery power between charges.

What is the maximum load capacity of the Switchbot Curtain?

The Switchbot Curtain has a maximum load capacity of about 17 pounds.

Does the Xemi Smart Curtain Motor come with a remote control?

Yes, the Xemi Smart Curtain Motor comes with a remote control, which is not offered with the other two products.

What is the compatibility range for curtain rods for the Acara E1 Curtain Driver?

The Acara E1 Curtain Driver supports rods between 25 and 32 millimeters in diameter.

How does the Switchbot Curtain connect to its hub?

The Switchbot Curtain connects to its hub via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 5.0) with proprietary power-saving BLE and mesh support.

What additional feature does the Switchbot Curtain offer that the others do not?

The Switchbot Curtain offers the option to add solar panels for charging, which is not available as a standalone accessory for the other two products.

Which of these curtain robots has the longest estimated battery life?

The Acara E1 Curtain Driver has the longest estimated battery life, claiming up to one year between charges.

What is the main downside mentioned for the Acara E1 Curtain Driver?

The main downside mentioned for the Acara E1 Curtain Driver is its limited compatibility with a narrow range of curtain rod sizes.

Outlines

00:00

🤖 Introduction to Smart Curtain Robots

The video introduces three smart curtain robots: Switchbot Curtain, Acara E1 Curtain Driver, and Xemi Smart Curtain Motor. These devices can automate curtain opening and closing based on schedules or environmental conditions. The focus is on their integration with Apple's HomeKit, testing their features, compatibility, and determining the best fit for a smart home. The presenter, Shane, mentions that only two of the robots currently support HomeKit natively, with Switchbot expected to gain support in the future through a new hub. The video will cover installation, app features, compatibility, and more.

05:00

🔌 Unboxing and Initial Setup

This section details the contents of the boxes for each smart curtain robot, including motors, manuals, charging cables, and additional accessories like clips and beaded ropes. The Acara E1 has the largest battery claim of up to one year, while Switchbot and Xemi Smart claim eight and five months, respectively. All support USB-C charging except Xemi Smart, which uses micro USB. Solar panel options are available for Switchbot and Xemi Smart. The compatibility of each robot with different curtain rod sizes is discussed, with Switchbot having the broadest range. Installation processes vary, but Acara E1 is noted for its ease of installation.

10:01

🏡 Installation and Compatibility Testing

The video discusses the practical aspects of installing the smart curtain motors, including compatibility with different types of curtain rods. Acara E1 has a narrow compatibility range, which could be a limitation. Switchbot and Xemi Smart have broader compatibility. The installation process for each device is described, with Acara E1 being the most straightforward. The video also covers the use of additional accessories like rubber strips and beads to manage curtain tension. Maximum load capacities for each motor are compared, with Acara E1 having the highest capacity, making it suitable for heavier curtains.

15:02

📱 App Experience and HomeKit Integration

The presenter evaluates the user interface and functionality of the respective apps for each smart curtain robot. Acara and Switchbot offer the easiest setup and configuration, while Xemi Smart's integration with the Toya app is slightly more complex. All three robots can be paired with other motors for double curtain setups. Switchbot's app is praised for its user experience, including options for performance and silent modes. The video also covers the integration of these motors into HomeKit, with Acara and Xemi Smart having native support and Switchbot relying on HomeBridge for integration. The presenter discusses the reliability of the HomeBridge plugin for Switchbot and the potential for improved performance once native HomeKit support is available.

🏁 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

In conclusion, the video provides a summary of the pros and cons of each smart curtain robot. Acara E1 is praised for its long battery life and smooth operation but has limited compatibility. Switchbot is recommended for its broad compatibility and user-friendly app, despite the current lack of native HomeKit support. Xemi Smart is noted for its native HomeKit support and interchangeable parts but has a shorter battery life and slower performance. The presenter suggests considering the user's specific needs, existing smart home ecosystem, and the potential need for additional hubs when choosing a smart curtain robot.

Keywords

💡Smart Curtains

Smart curtains are automated window treatments that can be controlled via a smart home system. In the video, the host discusses three different smart curtain robots that integrate with home automation platforms, allowing users to open or close curtains automatically based on various triggers such as time of day, presence detection, or environmental conditions like heat or light levels.

💡Switchbot Curtain

The Switchbot Curtain is one of the smart curtain solutions featured in the video. It's noted for its compact design and the fact that it currently requires a bridge or hub for smart home integration, but is expected to gain native HomeKit support with the release of the Switchbot Hub Mini HomeKit version. The video mentions its compatibility with various rod sizes and its current integration via HomeBridge.

💡Acara E1 Curtain Driver

The Acara E1 Curtain Driver is highlighted as a new product with native support for HomeKit. It boasts a long battery life of up to one year and is designed to handle heavier loads compared to other options. The video emphasizes its compatibility with acara hubs and future support for Matter, a new smart home standard.

💡Xemi Smart Curtain Motor

The Xemi Smart Curtain Motor is presented as another option with native HomeKit support, requiring the Xemi Smart HomeKit Hub. It's noted for its compatibility with a range of rod sizes and the inclusion of a remote control. The video points out that it has a shorter battery life compared to the Acara E1 but offers the convenience of solar panel options.

💡HomeKit Integration

HomeKit Integration is a central theme in the video, as the host is evaluating the curtain motors based on their compatibility with Apple's HomeKit ecosystem. This integration allows for seamless control and automation of the curtains using Apple devices, which is a key selling point for users invested in the Apple smart home ecosystem.

💡Zigbee

Zigbee is a wireless communication protocol used by smart home devices to communicate with each other. In the context of the video, both the Acara and Xemi smart curtain motors connect to their respective hubs via Zigbee, which is a common protocol for creating mesh networks in smart home setups, ensuring reliable communication between devices.

💡Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)

Bluetooth Low Energy, or BLE, is a wireless communication technology that enables low power consumption data transfer. The Switchbot Curtain connects via BLE 5.0, which is the latest version of Bluetooth and is highlighted for its power-saving capabilities with mesh support, allowing the device to communicate with the Switchbot Hub Mini.

💡Battery Life

Battery life is a critical factor for smart curtain motors, as it determines how often they need to be charged. The video compares the battery life of the three products, with the Acara E1 Curtain Driver claiming up to one year, the Switchbot Curtain claiming eight months, and the Xemi Smart Curtain Motor claiming five months of battery life.

💡Maximum Load

Maximum load refers to the heaviest weight a curtain motor can handle. The video discusses the maximum load capacity of each motor, with the Acara E1 having the highest capacity at 26 pounds, which is important for users with heavy or bulky curtains.

💡App Experience

App Experience encompasses the user interface and functionality provided by the companion apps for each smart curtain motor. The video compares the ease of setup, configuration options, and control provided by the Acara, Switchbot, and Toya (for Xemi Smart) apps, noting differences in user-friendliness and features like performance modes and light sensors.

💡Automation and Scheduling

Automation and scheduling are features that allow users to program their smart curtains to open or close at specific times or under certain conditions. The video discusses how each product can be integrated into home automation routines, with some motors including ambient light sensors for triggering actions based on light levels.

Highlights

Introduction to three smart curtain robot options: Switchbot Curtain, Acara E1 Curtain Driver, and Xemi Smart Curtain Motor.

Overview of home automation features for curtains, including automatic opening and closing based on time, presence, and light conditions.

Comparison of curtain bots' compatibility with Apple's HomeKit, with two having native support and one requiring a bridge.

Discussion on the future HomeKit support for Switchbot Curtain through the upcoming Switchbot Hub Mini.

Comparison of required hubs for each curtain bot, including Acara hubs, Xemi Smart Home Kit Hub, and Switchbot's Bluetooth Low Energy.

Battery life comparison, with Acara boasting up to one year, Switchbot claiming eight months, and Xemi Smart five months.

Pricing details for each curtain bot, with Acara at $89.99, Switchbot at $99.99, and Xemi Smart ranging from $100 to $150.

Installation process overview, highlighting the ease of use and compatibility with different curtain rod sizes.

Performance comparison, noting Acara's and Switchbot's faster operation versus Xemi Smart's slower speed.

App experience evaluation, with Switchbot's app receiving praise for its user interface and features.

Integration with Siri Shortcuts for Switchbot, providing an alternative to HomeKit support.

HomeKit integration details, including uncertified support for Switchbot and native support for Acara and Xemi Smart.

Ambient light sensor feature available on Acara and Switchbot, allowing for light-based automation.

Final thoughts and recommendations based on the pros and cons of each curtain bot.

Recommendations for considering existing smart home ecosystems when choosing a curtain bot.

Transcripts

today we're going to take a look at

three curtain robots that you can use to

make your curtains smart automatically

have them open or close at certain times

of the day

when you leave or arrive home when it

gets too hot too bright you get the idea

we have here the switchbot curtain the

brand new acara e1 curtain driver and

the xemi smart curtain motor i'm a home

kit user so we're going to get these

into home kit we're going to test them

out and i'm going to try to help you

determine which might be the best for

your smart home

let's go

yo what's up guys my name is shane if

this is your first time here and this

channel is all about building an easy

smart home using apple's home kit with

new videos published every sunday and

live streams every wednesday so we're

going to compare these three curtain

bots today links are below in the

description in case you want to pick one

up for yourself i've also put time codes

in the video as usual in case you want

to skip around to any certain parts of

the video because we do have a lot to

cover we're going to talk about

everything from the installation the

apps and features compatibility and much

more

and as usual we're gonna focus on the

home kit integration today i remember

not too long ago there were no options

for something like this in home kit so

i'm pretty excited to now have you know

a few options to talk about but that

said only two of these currently at the

time of recording have native support

for homekit and that is the acara and

the zimmi smart the switchbot does not

but i wanted to include it in today's

video for a couple of reasons one

switchbot has recently announced that

they will be bringing home kit support

to more of their products in the near

future with the release of their new

switchbot hub mini home kit version so

eventually this switchbot curtain should

gain home kit support whenever that new

hub is released it does work right now

through home bridge or hooves which is

how i have mine integrated into home kit

so that is an option for now if you have

a similar setup and two switchbot is

kind of the og when it comes to these

curtain bots they were the first that i

remember and i've just been doing this

for a long time this rod version here

that i have is in fact like the second

rendition of this product so i figured

it would be good to compare these others

with this one because i do think they've

got you know some things right here over

time all of these products do require a

hub there are numerous acara hubs that

you can pair the e1 curtain driver to

the xemi smart products

do require the xemi smart home kit hub

i've done videos on both of these that

i'll link in the description if you're

trying to figure out you know which hub

is best for you both the ximi smart and

the acara curtain motors connect to

their hub via zigbee and the acara is

actually claiming future support for

matter as well once that rolls out and

the switchbot connects via bluetooth low

energy it is ble 5.0 which is sort of

the best you know version of bluetooth

and they say their bluetooth technology

features proprietary power saving ble

with mesh support so

i don't know whatever that means i do

have my switchbot connected to the

switchbot hub mini and with that you can

get access to cloud services like alexa

and google assistant and siri shortcuts

so this does support series shortcuts

which is great and might be a good

alternative for you since there's no

home kit support but as i've said i do

have mine connected to home bridge which

does give me that you know uncertified

home kit support each one can support

both curtain rods and rails switchbot

and akara have separate versions so you

have to make sure you know you get the

right one when you order whereas the

xemi smart one simply comes with

different attachments to use based on

whatever kind of curtain setup you have

the akara costs 89.99 the switchbot

costs 99.99 and the zimmi smart costs

100 and 150 at the time of recording it

says it's normally 175 but i doubt that

also beware shipping costs especially

with the xemi smart because that one is

shipping most likely from china

which probably costs a little bit to

ship and will also probably take longer

than two days both a car and switchbot

you can get you know probably free

shipping from amazon at least

and i have seen discounts on both of

these products both the car and

switchbot run specials pretty often so

you can probably find some good deals

you know if you're shopping during the

right time contents in the box of each

are pretty similar especially with the

akara and switchbot with switchbot you

get your manual the curtain motor these

clips and charging cord and then you get

these little beaded clippy things more

on this in a minute that's everything we

get in the switchbot box and as you can

see a car is very similar we have some

clips charging cable motor itself

manual here is uh some little plastic

ropey thing which is uh kind of the

equivalent to that switchbot beaded

thing and we have the top part that

wraps around the rod that the motor

hooks into and that's everything in the

acara box and the ximi smart pretty

similar except there's not any beaded or

those little clippy rope thingies here

we have the motor and all the different

connectors uh you know you'll use the

proper one depending on which type of

rod or rail curtain setup you have and

the xemi smart actually comes with the

remote so that's something that the

others don't have when we put them

together you can see the size difference

is pretty obvious the switchbot is

clearly the smallest here with this

little compact design the akara is

pretty huge now let's talk battery life

akara boasts up to one year of battery

power between charges with its onboard

6000 milliamp battery so that's pretty

good i guess the car is utilizing that

bulky size for that good battery this is

the longest lasting battery of the three

switchbot claims eight months of battery

life and the xemi smart claims five

months of battery life with only a 3 000

milliamp battery of course battery life

will vary depending on your usage and

conditions both the akara and the

switchbot support usbc charging and the

xemi smart uses micro usb both switchbot

and xemismart have a solar panel option

that you can purchase if you want one

solar panel from switchbot is 19. and

xemi smart actually has combo packs that

you can get with the solar panel

included and you can get even a double

pack if you need like two motors for

your curtain i didn't see anywhere that

they sold the solar panels individually

i'm not sure if i just missed that a car

is the newest one here so far and there

is no solar panel from acara but with

that one year battery life on the akara

maybe having a solar panel really isn't

that big of a deal i'll be using the rod

version for each of mine i actually

don't have curtains in my home so that's

why you see this curtain testing rig set

up in the corner of my studio here you

might want to check the compatibility of

your curtain rods before making a

purchase acara only supports rods

between 25 and 32 millimeters that is a

very small range and the first rod that

i tried to use the akara on was just too

thin it simply would not work the

switchbot has a much better range

supporting rods between 15 and 40

millimeters and the ximi smart supports

a range of 20 to 28 millimeters so still

not as good as switchbot but definitely

better than the acara i think that's

probably the biggest downside to the

akara motor it's just such a small range

of sizes you know that the rod version

supports they each have good

documentation on the sizes that they

support for eye rails and urls also it

does appear that switchbot has the most

compatibility here also just be sure to

check this real closely before making

your purchase you know regardless of

which brand or style you go with now for

the installation i've only done testing

with the rod type so i can't speak on

the rail type specifically again a car

would not work on my thinner rods the

switchbot and the zimi smart had no

issues here now if you're using a double

rod you know where there's like a

smaller part

kind of inside the bigger part i really

can't recommend any of these too freely

i had issues with all of them trying to

get over that little transition part now

switchbot does show the curtain motor

working fine with this type of setup on

their website i did do some testing it

did get hung up a few times so just be

warned there is a good chance you may

have issues if you have you know one of

those longer double rods like this if

you have a single rod with no

transitions you shouldn't have any

issues at all installation was pretty

straightforward on all of them but the

acara definitely takes the cake on this

one again assuming you have a curtain

rod you know that is the correct

diameter to install it you just put the

top part on and snap the little clips

together you double tap the button on

the motor and the hooks will raise hook

them on the top part and then double tap

again and the hooks will retract

tightening the motor onto the rail

super easy i really love the

installation on this acara one switchbot

recommends putting the two pieces on the

rod separately and then just snapping

them together

by any means not a bad installation at

all not quite as smooth and you know

elegant as the car insulation but

pretty easy installation here xemismart

recommends adding the rod hooks first

and then you insert these little pins

then you snap the motor and tighten it

to the rod

you want to get this as tight as you can

now a car tells you to install these

little rubber strips with the clips

along the curtains and the switchbot

also has something similar with those

little beads but i really don't see the

need for this personally i guess the

idea here is so you can pull your

curtains closed without having them like

stretched all the way out again i don't

really see the need for this in my

little testing setup

but i it is an option on both the car

and switchbot if that's something you

care about as you can see i tested out

two different types of curtains the

grommet curtains and these here with the

little loops for this type of curtain

you'll need some type of clip or

something here so the curtain doesn't

get wrapped up in the motor wheels

switchbot has good documentation and

provides clips for this type of curtain

acara doesn't really mention this but

you could probably use the little clips

that

were provided in the acara box to do the

same thing with that motor of course it

doesn't look near as good on a curtain

like this because you can see the motor

so easily whereas the grommet style

curtains pretty much hide the motor

completely akara has a maximum load of

about 26 pounds or 12 kilograms

switchbot has a maximum load of about 17

pounds and zoomy smart's right there in

the middle with a maximum load of about

22 pounds or 10 kilograms so if you have

huge bulky curtains a car might be the

you know one you need again that larger

size probably being utilized for a

stronger motor the each can be added in

their own app the akar app the switchbot

app and the xemi smart actually uses the

toya app a car and switchbot are

probably the easiest to add with the

best setup and configurations you know

options and stuff like that in the app

the toyota was a little more confusing

but eventually i was able to get it

added to that zimmy smart home kit hub

and with the xemi smart and acara since

i already had those hubs paired and

working in homekit once i added them in

their app they automatically showed up

in the home app which is awesome

switchbot requires using a home bridge

and the switchbot plugin in order to get

those into homekit as of right now but

you know that's a topic for another day

i will put a link to the plug-in that i

use down below if you are using

homebridge and want to check that out

all three allow you to pair them with

other curtain motors so if you have

curtains that you know open and close

from the middle you can use two motors

in order to accomplish that i feel like

the switchbot probably has the best app

experience of the three the ui just

really makes a lot of sense to me both

configuring the curtains and controlling

them is all very clear in the switchbot

app they give you the option of a

performance mode or a silence mode which

is nice performance mode will be much

faster but louder and the silent mode

will be more quiet but a bit slower i

didn't see any different modes like this

in the acara or the ximi smart or the

toya apps all three will show you the

battery levels in the app both the car

and the switchbot have a touch and go

feature which allows you to still open

and close the curtains manually i just

feel like if you did this a lot then it

might eventually throw off the

calibration a little bit you can create

automations and schedules in all of

these apps but the acara and the

switchbot motors actually include an

ambient light sensor

on the device itself that you can

utilize in automation so you'd face the

sensor towards a window or something

like that where you can have the shades

automatically open and close based on

the light levels so that's pretty

awesome a nice little feature and know

that a cara light sensor is not exposed

to home kit unfortunately however the

light sensor on the switch bot is

actually exposed to home kit when using

home bridge but it doesn't seem to be

very reliable again that switchbot is

not native home kit support so take that

with a grain of salt once it does gain

native home kit support maybe we can

kind of revisit that and take another

look in homekit they all function

similarly to something like shades

roller shades if you've ever used

anything like that in home kit you can

change the icon to a cool little curtain

icon that opens and closes the acara

curtains also show you the battery level

and the charging status in home homekit

or the home app the xemi smart does not

and they all work well as expected in

homekit even the switchbot using

homebridge that plug-in seems very

reliable and should do just fine until

there is native homekit support for

switchbot curtains if that's the route

you go performance in general is good

for all of them again i experienced

issues with all of them a little bit on

those double rods so do keep that in

mind the acara and the switchbot ones

are definitely faster so they probably

have better motors stronger faster

motors the xemi smart one is noticeably

slower i do like that i can change the

mode of the switchbot to be slower and

quieter if i want but otherwise it moves

pretty fast which i kind of like so what

are my final thoughts what are the pros

what are the cons and which one is the

best so i know the acara one is big but

i really like the long battery life that

they claim on this again they say up to

a year between charges which is really

good plus this one has the largest

maximum load if that's something you

need to consider so that's a good option

if you have really big heavy curtains

the acara motors do operate very

smoothly and does probably seem to be

the most secure one and stable on the

rod while it's moving it definitely has

the best installation process of the

three

but its lack of compatibility with many

rods does make it hard to recommend

unless you have the perfect setup for it

that compatibility and the size are

really my only issues with this acara

curtain motor if you have a compatible

rod and can hide the motor behind your

curtains i do think it's a good option

especially if you already have an akara

hub of some sort it is a solid

well-built product and it seems to

operate very well and native home kit

support is great of course they are

claiming future support for matter which

may be an important factor for some a

solid product but this one is definitely

not for everyone if you're not as

concerned about native home kit support

then it's hard not to recommend the

switchbot curtain again they've been

doing this for a while and seem to have

really you know ironed out a lot of the

kinks the product is built well and

supports the largest range of rod and

rail sizes it's definitely the smallest

of the bunch a slightly weaker battery

than the acara but eight months

estimated battery life is not bad and

still better than the xemi smart one

plus you have the option to add solar

panels which is nice i like the app

setup and the controls the best in the

switchbot app compared to the others

i like the option to put the motors in

performance or silence mode it does have

the lowest max load of the three so that

might be something to consider we can

deduct some points also of course for

lack of home kit support you know at the

moment but it does integrate with siri

shortcuts which might be enough for many

um apple users and not to mention the

switchbot homebridge plug-in is very

good if that's something you have set up

like i do and finally we have zimmy

smart it has pretty good compatibility

for rails and rods and it is cool that

it comes with interchangeable parts

depending on you know what type you need

it has the lowest estimated battery life

of all three so you'll probably have to

charge this one a bit more and it uses

micro usb versus the other two that use

usbc that said they do offer solar

panels so if i went with this one i'd

probably go ahead and get those solar

panel bundles setup and configuration

was a little clunky using the toya app

but once i got it all set up it does

work well and of course native home kit

support thanks to that zimmy smart home

kit hub is always a good thing it is

slower than the other two and lack some

of the extras you'll get with the others

like the ambient light sensor and the

ability to automate based on that it

does feel a little bit cheaper than the

others especially

you know around the connections that

attach to the rod i'd probably go with

this one if native home kit support is

an absolute must but your rods maybe

aren't compatible with the acara curtain

motors so as you can see we have some

pros and cons for each of these but it's

really nice to have the options you

really need to consider i think your use

case and setup and maybe also consider

which brands you've already bought into

or are considering buying to since they

all do require a hub

in order to use them like this for

example if you already have an akara hub

or a zimmi smart hub might make the most

sense to just go with that brand so you

don't have to buy another hub i hope

this video was helpful if you're

considering acara check out this video

right here where we discuss all the

different hubs and which one you know

might be best for your smart home and

over here we have my video on the xemi

smart home kit hub that we discussed

today and some of the accessories you

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