I like the close proximity door sensor to detect that a door is fully closed, not just close to closed. I've machined precise adjustable mounts for the magnet to find the sweet spot for each door. A longer distance detection is going to have a smaller sweet spot.
After making the video I realized that the button has a magnet on the back and can easily stick to your refrigerator. Also, I didn't mention that the v3 hub won't work with local video but will still work with cloud cameras like Arlo. The v3 hub has less RAM and a smaller CPU than v2 but the SmartThings engineers say that local automation uses a fraction of the CPU and RAM so it shouldn't be an issue. If you have any ST questions, definitely drop them below. I'll be making more SmartThings content in the future, so hit that subscribe button for future updates.
Have you tried the Samsung SmartThings WiFi mesh router? I am planning to get a mesh router sometime in the next couple of months and have been trying to decide on one. I trust your channel more than virtually all other smart home channels. Thank you.
Thank you Vic! I appreciate that! I have family members who have different mesh routers and one of them has the SmartThings WiFi mesh router which seemed to work pretty well. I was planning on doing a comparison of different mesh routers soon. I will for sure include the SmartThings mesh router in that comparison.
@@SmartHomeSolver Thank you. The original Samsung Connect Home had poor reviews, so I easily passed on that. The newly-released SmartThings WiFi has good but limited reviews - and some of the reviews seem biased. From what I can tell, your channel seems honest and I feel like I can trust you... haha.
Smart Home Solver one more thing does the hub v2 has to be connected to the router or can it be like the v3 that it doesn’t have to be connected,because I have my v2 connected to the router
Another really useful application would be to have a transducer to measure the pressure drop behind the HVAC filter. WIth this someone could get a message when the filter is ready for replacement. I have Dwyer manometers on my systems but a smart home system would be much more convenient. A new Aprilaire 5000 filter has 0.45 inches of water drop with a 2000 CFM (5 ton) system. I change them when the pressure drop approaches 1.00 inches of water. That change, from 0.45 to 1.00, drops my CFM from 2000 to about 1800, meaning I'm getting 10% less air to heat and cool my house. 200 cubic feet or air every minute can really make a difference. I'd like to see this type of thing as an addition to smart home usefulness. We've done about all we can do detecting doors and windows, measuring power, controlling lights and devices.
Would you recommend the Google ecosystem of smart devices or Amazon, assuming to be used in addition to the SmartThings system? Currently a blank canvas, if that matter at all
Great video! Do v1 or v2 sensors work with v3 generally? Trying to wrap my head around all the compatibility type issues I may run into getting started.
Great job on this video. Watching this I realized I am still using HUB 1.0 and I lost my activation code, so I can't add anyone new. So I am buying the 2.0 hub for now and setting it up this weekend. I also bought the water sensor due to this video, and now I am stoked about the motion sensors.
Hey there! I know this video is old but does the multi purpose sensor work with Philips hue hub or do I need to specifically buy the SmartThings hub to make it work?
I think you got it wrong.... The multi-purpose sensors requirements are: Requirements SmartThings Hub, SmartThings Wifi, or compatible devices with SmartThings Hub functionality. Indoor use only. So I would expect that to work with V2 Hub?
I'm starting to make my apartment a smart home, and I found a really good offer on a version 2 hub ($51), do you recommend buying it anyway or spend the extra bucks for the v3 ($116) (I live in chile and buying via amazon right now is not possible so I have to buy locally). I'm planning to use zigbee capable products to release my router and canalize them through the hub, like Xiaomi or another company that uses zigbee. I need your expertise!
What would you say is the difference between the two SmartThings apps? I find it ridiculous to have two but not sure which one to keep and which one to ditch.
The app situation is a mess with SmartThings right now. The new app is going to be more compatible with Samsung devices and will make some things a little easier to use. But of course, there will be a learning curve to figure everything out again. I will keep using the SmartThings Classic app until the new app is fully ready. I do have the new app to configure the button but that's all I use the new app for.
Your review was nicely presented, and good comments regarding the buttons and sensors. However, I must disagree with your use of the words "v3" and "upgrade" regarding the 2018 hub. To me, it is more like "v2 lite" having half the memory, less capability to handle camera video locally, and no battery backup. If someone were buying a new ST hub today, I'd tell them that unless they absolutely cannot connect it with wired Ethernet, they should get the v2. And right now, they are only $49 as a bonus.
Hi Kevin thanks for your comment. Yeah I agree that "upgrade to v3 hub" is probably a poor choice of words. I feel like the features removed in the v3 hub were not used as much but if someone was planning on handling cameras locally or battery backup then yes go with v2. A SmartThings engineer said that the largest local setups barely use any CPU and RAM in the v2 so v3 should have plenty of power for what's required. community.smartthings.com/t/should-i-wait-for-v3-hub-sth-eth-300/125573/28 The slightly extended range on v3 and being able to wirelessly place your v3 hub in a more central area in your home can only help as well.
Thanks for the video. Interesting as the V2 motion sensors in the UK work far better than both the ones in your video, detecting slight motion from very far away, better than the Philips ones I found. Shame no sign of the V3 sensors in the UK... I like the sound of the new prices!!
Thanks for the review. We are also testing the V3 HUB. (today) My concern is that it will not support custom device handlers and custom apps., also that it will not support "local" control with automation still completed when disconnected from the cloud/internet. Do you have any comments/feedback my concerns?
I plan to use two temperature sensors in my HVAC air handler to measure the temperature split. With that I will have a constant monitor of my HVAC system health. Plus, with a bit of coding, report the duty cycle of my system, which again is a measure of the system health. (If it spends too much time heating or cooling then something is wrong.)
This is a random question... would love to create something with raspberry to open close mini blinds ... any thoughts without buying super expensive blinds
I got the new multipurpose sensor to use on the gate into my backyard. Without a mounting plate, I can't secure it as easily as the v2 sensor, so I'm going to have to use one of my older sensors outside instead (+ ziplock bag for waterproofing). I think it is a big mistake to get rid of the mounting plate, because it made it easier to pop out the sensor to change the battery. Even so, the $20 price tag can't be beat, so the v3 is still a better buy.
Hey read I love your videos one more question any suggestions to the Brand's devices neck with Cox tub. I know for light bulbs sengled works I'm just wondering what kind of sensors will work with my hub
I know this is an older video, but I'm hoping I can get some feedback. We are moving into a rental and I'm hoping to start up a smart home (smarter than nothing I guess as it is a 1980s home). I'm looking at smartthings due to your videos. I purchased the ring doorbell, the t9 thermostat, and will be doing the ring alarm system. Now for my smartthings question. Should I go V2 or v3? It would be nice for motion activated lighting and such. We are moving into Maryvale (since you are also in AZ, you may know of it), so anything motion activated and scheduled lighting can be helpful security wise. We also have a stand alone shed, so hoping to do motion activated for that too. Wondering if we should do a piece at a time. Dip our toes in. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
If you're getting a new hub, I would get v3 (unless you really want battery backup which is only on v2). You can look through the SmartThings website to see products that are compatible for your new hub: www.smartthings.com/products You may also want to make sure any products you get work with Alexa, since you'll be using that app for your security and doorbell. If you're on a tight budget, you can also put your Wyze Cams outdoors, which I talk about in this video: th-cam.com/video/I8bKiT0Ti98/w-d-xo.html
one sugestion try and figure out what your end goal will be, and then try and see what path suits you best, i went full google/nest and hue lights with a smartthings hub, and now adding sensors, im thinking smartthings over hue because i can get waterleak sensors and keep all sensors the same,
Reed, thank you for the previous questions you’ve answered for me. I’m wondering if the Gen 2 SmartThings Hub and sensors are as unreliable as amazon reviews state. Do you agree?
Do you have a video on the raspberry pi? Not sure what it is, but i hear its name alot. Looking for some kind of universal input mod thats compatible with smartthings. Thanks!!
bmbertges I haven't done a video on the rasberry pi yet. The raspberry pi is a pretty cool little device. It's basically a very small inexpensive computer that's about $35. I have done lots of fun little projects on them in the past but I haven't tried anything with SmartThings yet. In the video it's just using an application called espeak which will speak the words that are typed in the terminal and the command is played on startup.
I havent bought into any sort of smart home or automation systems yet, and just found your channel so thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. I'm debating between the wink2 or the smartthings (v2 or v3). I want to primarily use it as a security system (window/door sensors, motion sensors, and cameras) what do you think offers the best system for those needs first? I will probably eventually want some expandability and more automation in the future, which is why I'm considering a smart hub over a dedicated diy alarm system. Thoughts?
Thanks for the comment Shawn. We did a comparison a while back and the main takeaways were that Wink was a little more simple getting started but SmartThings has many more possibilities for future automation. The community for SmartThings is awesome but the app can be a little confusing. As for the security system side of things, it will depend on if you want it to be professionally monitored. As for the basics, either one would be fine but I personally would go with SmartThings.
What is the simplest way to have my Ring.com Alarm monitor Samsung SmartThings v3 hub with 3 door, 1 motion. I have had them up for about 3 weeks and unsure if the door sensors are being monitor when Alexa is told to "Arm"? I have looked and the sensors status does not change. Thanks in advance. I chose to ask you as you seem to have a solid handle on Multi-Product integration with Ring Door Bell, Ring alarm and Samsung SmarThings.
Hi, thank you for the video. I am living in Malaysia. I am wondering if I can use v3 outside of US. Unlike v2, v3 has to be linked through the new SmartThings app, but the supported devices shown in the app has no v3. According to update log, new app: "Support for the next generation SmartThings hub! (US only)". Any idea does it work or how to make it work for other country?
That's really awful to remove all devices manually and add them again. There should be an assistant and only an upgrade button. Damn what a stupid idea. Hope they will fix it. I got more than 50 devices (include virtual devices) and arund 80 rules etc.
Hi, I am new to SmartThings. I have a Samsung Galaxy S9+ that has the SmartThings app installed. Do I need a hub to be able to control/receive info from all these sensors? What is the protocol being used, how does it work?
Yes you need a SmartThings hub to connect your SmartThings app to the sensors. They use the ZigBee protocol. The SmartThings hub also uses Z-Wave so you can connect those devices as well.
@@SmartHomeSolver thank you! I am looking for controlling my boiler (Remeha c-Mix controller) that has OpenTherm protocol. I need a receiver relay that can be connected to it and also accepts e.g. Z-Wave protocol messages. Does something like that exist? Thanks again!
Great video BTW! Was wondering if the new multi sensor could be attached to a fishtank cabinet door and when you open the door the lights under the cabinet come on. Besides getting the multi sensor would any smart plug work to do this task or does it need to be the Smartthings plug? Thanks and look forward to more video’s!!!
Thanks! That's a good use case for it. There are other smart outlets that are compatible with SmartThings that would work as well. If you already had a smart outlet that wasn't compatible with SmartThings but was with IFTTT, you could use that too.
Hi Im John from Italy.... I'm a big fan. I am looking for a woreless battery powered external pir motion sensor that can trigger my external flood lights as a traditional sensor but I would like to create some routines to control my flood lights through a sonoff basic. Any idea's? The basic idea is for security purposes or to light up the surroundings at my arrival at night through a voice command or IFTT geofencing. Thanks and continue making great content
I am new to the Smarthings. Can you turn off the motion sensor when you are at home? Or can you schedule the motion sensor to work only specific hours of the day? Thanks
Yes the great thing about SmartThings is that it's so flexible with stuff like that. For example, you can have the motion sensor turn on your lights from 8pm to 6 am and that same motion sensor alert you for motion if you are away. I did a video on SmartThings ideas that go over some of those things if you want to check it out.
Perhaps a tangent question, but I'm unsure where else to find the answer. :-) So The Smartthings Hub controls a lot of third party equipment like Philips Hue lighting. Does having a Smartthings Hub mean you do not need to spend the money on a Philips Hue Hub to be able to use Philips Hue light bulbs? Or do you end up needing to buy both?
@Gar Nelson yes you would need a Hue bridge. If you try and connect them directly to SmartThings it can mess up your ZigBee network. So you would need both for Hue. There are lights like the Sylvania Garden Spots that need a ZigBee hub and SmartThings will work good for those lights. It’s confusing.
What's the range of the new hub for ZigBee/zwave devices? For example - can the hub be in the living room but be able to receive signals from a door sensor in my bedroom? EDIT: Excellent video BTW EDIT 2 : I live in Dubai and I have the connect home (mesh router + ZigBee/zwave) from Samsung but I'm not able to add any smart devices using the Samsung Connect app. Support says it's because smart home functionality is region locked and is not available in UAE. Would you know if this is a problem with the hub as well?
Thanks! The devices can be 130 feet away from the hub and about 50 to 100 feet between devices. So it should be able to reach and if it doesn't just have another device in-between the hub and the device to extend the signal range. I think the hub might not work in Dubai according to their website support.smartthings.com/hc/en-us/articles/200880104-Does-SmartThings-work-in-my-country-
I'm curious to hear if SmartThings have addressed the false alarming issue v2 motion had in the new v3? I use them to turn on lights in rooms. Have you seen those issues as well in the older v2 motions?
I experienced this problem with both new and older batteries. But you're not wrong SmartThings support said it was a battery issue. However, when I still have the issue after changing the battery. That answer sounds more like a cover up for a problemaic design to me.
I would get whatever one is less expensive when you are going to buy it. Unless battery backup and local video camera capability (not cloud-based cameras) are important to you then get v2. I've still been using the v3 hub wirelessly and it's been doing great.
1.Does a Hub needs to be in range all this devices? Is like a wifi for this smart items? 2.Smart thigs are IFFT compatible? 3.Can smart things be controlled by Smart Life? Thanks!!
nothing, lol. just trimmed down on cpu power, and allows for wifi connectivity instead of requiring it to be hardwired to your router being the two biggest differences. the V2 is actually the better hardware IMO.
I had read a lot of bad reviews about the wifi connectivity of the hub. I wonder if that is true. Also seems is recommended to use the ethernet connection vs the wifi (which I actually believe is probably true as I have two TVs and their wifi is very faulty)
Battery is draining fast in my version 3 multipurpose sensor on my living room window...any explanation as to why? It isn’t far from the Hub...15 feet...also, how do i open the battery compartment on the multipurpose sensor?
Hmmm that's strange. I haven't seen that happen for mine. To open the battery compartment just slide the top cover in the direction away from the smaller contact piece.
Smart Home Solver ok, thanks, wonder if I got a bum battery, sensor, or if the firmware is bad...I know last year there was an issue with firmware misreporting the battery...I also have the new sensors with the 2nd generation hub...not the newest one just released...
So would you recommend v3 if you already have v2? Sounds like the v3 went back a few steps in compatibility. The only thing appealing Ive heard so far is that it can be used wirelessly. No nest or sonos compatibility troubles me
I attached the multisensor to the doggie door to 1) remind my kids to open the door when they get home from school 2) remind myself to close the door before bedtime.
I see that they no longer say the multipurpose sensor can work as a garage door indicator. The old version was useless for that when it got cold. I also don't like how the outlet is so big you cannot use the other outlet.
I just double checked and you can use the new Multipurpose sensor as a garage door indicator. I can't comment on the cold since I live in Arizona right now. Yeah at 1:20 it seems like the SmartThings outlet is covering up the top one but it's just the camera angle. You can actually plug something on the top but if the SmartThings outlet is plugged in on the top outlet then it covers the bottom one.
The problem with Samsungs new sensors reviewed here all are Zigbee. I prefer Z-wave it is much more reliable and you can build out a stronger network with it. There are some great 3rd party Z-wave and Z-wave plus sensors that work great with ST.
Hi Tom thanks for the comment. It's true the sensors from SmartThings are Zigbee and won't help strengthen the Z-Wave mesh network if you already have Z-Wave devices. I completely understand picking either one and sticking with it to make it really strong. I personally have both and it's been no problem using Z-Wave and Zigbee.
Same here - I have two houses - the only sensor problems I have had is with the older ST branded door window - plus as you noted the spotty performance of their older motion sensors. I got rid of all those and have a mix of non samsung branded ones now no issues. My 2 friends have had some issues both related with zigbee and location of the hub to the sensors and no zigbee repeaters. I like being able to do a Zwave network repair remotely also. Thx for your videos and reviews.
Guys PLEASE HELP: i bought a whole host of smartthings sensors and a hub. set it up and soon realised almost all of them lose connectivity in a large (concrete) home. (to be expected). I already understand i should buy zigbee power outlets to extend the zigbee range. But in South Africa, zigbee outlets are really hard to find. Wifi power outlets are much more common. Presently there are wifi access points throught the house. (AC Pro) so now im wondering if i should have gone with wifi based sensors instead of zigbee? Your thoughts?
Arrg I will need to do this with my 32+ physical devices when I Get the Wifi 3 pack .. Im just hoping ill be able to add some of my non normal ones. (like some buttons and devices (like my fan controls)
I just purchased the v3 Hub and was looking to integrate some custom applications. Where is the "marketplace" location or how you enable it 1:53 in the IOS application
I really need a way of clicking a smart button to activate a google goodnight as that currently "by voice" turns off all my lights, turns off my tv and sets my yale sync alarm to arm, i would like to then double press and that activates a google good morning, and a hold to activate all my lights on inc my security lights that are currently on tradfri sockets controlled with hue/google and hue outdoor motion sensors via a smartthings routine, if anyone knows if this can be done then please tell me, cheers.
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I like the close proximity door sensor to detect that a door is fully closed, not just close to closed. I've machined precise adjustable mounts for the magnet to find the sweet spot for each door. A longer distance detection is going to have a smaller sweet spot.
Would be great if you could adjust the sensitivity. Isn't that possible?
After making the video I realized that the button has a magnet on the back and can easily stick to your refrigerator. Also, I didn't mention that the v3 hub won't work with local video but will still work with cloud cameras like Arlo. The v3 hub has less RAM and a smaller CPU than v2 but the SmartThings engineers say that local automation uses a fraction of the CPU and RAM so it shouldn't be an issue.
If you have any ST questions, definitely drop them below. I'll be making more SmartThings content in the future, so hit that subscribe button for future updates.
Have you tried the Samsung SmartThings WiFi mesh router? I am planning to get a mesh router sometime in the next couple of months and have been trying to decide on one. I trust your channel more than virtually all other smart home channels. Thank you.
Thank you Vic! I appreciate that! I have family members who have different mesh routers and one of them has the SmartThings WiFi mesh router which seemed to work pretty well. I was planning on doing a comparison of different mesh routers soon. I will for sure include the SmartThings mesh router in that comparison.
@@SmartHomeSolver Thank you. The original Samsung Connect Home had poor reviews, so I easily passed on that. The newly-released SmartThings WiFi has good but limited reviews - and some of the reviews seem biased. From what I can tell, your channel seems honest and I feel like I can trust you... haha.
Smart Home Solver whats the difference between the multi sensor and the motion sensor
Smart Home Solver one more thing does the hub v2 has to be connected to the router or can it be like the v3 that it doesn’t have to be connected,because I have my v2 connected to the router
Another really useful application would be to have a transducer to measure the pressure drop behind the HVAC filter. WIth this someone could get a message when the filter is ready for replacement. I have Dwyer manometers on my systems but a smart home system would be much more convenient. A new Aprilaire 5000 filter has 0.45 inches of water drop with a 2000 CFM (5 ton) system. I change them when the pressure drop approaches 1.00 inches of water. That change, from 0.45 to 1.00, drops my CFM from 2000 to about 1800, meaning I'm getting 10% less air to heat and cool my house. 200 cubic feet or air every minute can really make a difference. I'd like to see this type of thing as an addition to smart home usefulness. We've done about all we can do detecting doors and windows, measuring power, controlling lights and devices.
Jeffrey Lewis you could use like a Dwyer series 1900 dP switch and the just connect the switch to something like the contacts on a water smart switch.
2024 - starting from scratch and wanted to get water leak sensors, would this still be your go to? Or are there better options?
Does the smart things outlet notify you when it is no longer running. Example washer and dryer or a deep freezer.
Can any other brand smart wall plugs will work Samsung Smarthing Hub?
I still use Homeseer due to the fact that its control is done locally and not cloud-based. Wish others would follow suit.
How is it compared to Hassio?
Would you recommend the Google ecosystem of smart devices or Amazon, assuming to be used in addition to the SmartThings system? Currently a blank canvas, if that matter at all
Great video! Do v1 or v2 sensors work with v3 generally? Trying to wrap my head around all the compatibility type issues I may run into getting started.
If you have the smartthings hub, do you need the philips hue hub for controlling your hue devices? Thanks in advance, i'm trying to know what to buy
Do the new sensors work with the old v.2 hub and is the v.2 Zigbee and Z-wave compatible?
Great job on this video. Watching this I realized I am still using HUB 1.0 and I lost my activation code, so I can't add anyone new. So I am buying the 2.0 hub for now and setting it up this weekend. I also bought the water sensor due to this video, and now I am stoked about the motion sensors.
How is the waterproofing of the V3 motion sensor? I want to stick it outdoor. Not sure would it work or not?
Hey there! I know this video is old but does the multi purpose sensor work with Philips hue hub or do I need to specifically buy the SmartThings hub to make it work?
I think you got it wrong....
The multi-purpose sensors requirements are:
Requirements
SmartThings Hub, SmartThings Wifi, or compatible devices with SmartThings Hub functionality. Indoor use only.
So I would expect that to work with V2 Hub?
I'm starting to make my apartment a smart home, and I found a really good offer on a version 2 hub ($51), do you recommend buying it anyway or spend the extra bucks for the v3 ($116) (I live in chile and buying via amazon right now is not possible so I have to buy locally). I'm planning to use zigbee capable products to release my router and canalize them through the hub, like Xiaomi or another company that uses zigbee. I need your expertise!
..im still using the first version, am i missing out on anything? Should i upgrade
Please please please tell me they improved the battery for their sensors. I hated the design for the battery compartment.
Bummer they don't have a facility to transfer things from one hub to another.
Yeah it's mind boggling. It took me forever to set everything up, like I'm sure it did for others, and I just don't want to ever do that again lol
Sounds like they JUST added the ability to migrate from one hub to another.
When i upgrade from ver 1 to 2 i just transfered. Hopefully they get that feature too
What is the best one to go with? Do you think V2 is better because of the battery backup
Heard a lot of complaints about the SmartThings Button. Heard it’s unreliable. Have you had good experience with the Button?
I’m a little confused. So can I use these new updates sensor with my v2 hub or do I have to upgrade to the v3 hub to use the v3 sensors?
Hey sorry for the confusion. You can use the new sensors on the v2 hub.
What would you say is the difference between the two SmartThings apps? I find it ridiculous to have two but not sure which one to keep and which one to ditch.
The app situation is a mess with SmartThings right now. The new app is going to be more compatible with Samsung devices and will make some things a little easier to use. But of course, there will be a learning curve to figure everything out again. I will keep using the SmartThings Classic app until the new app is fully ready. I do have the new app to configure the button but that's all I use the new app for.
Your review was nicely presented, and good comments regarding the buttons and sensors. However, I must disagree with your use of the words "v3" and "upgrade" regarding the 2018 hub. To me, it is more like "v2 lite" having half the memory, less capability to handle camera video locally, and no battery backup. If someone were buying a new ST hub today, I'd tell them that unless they absolutely cannot connect it with wired Ethernet, they should get the v2. And right now, they are only $49 as a bonus.
Hi Kevin thanks for your comment. Yeah I agree that "upgrade to v3 hub" is probably a poor choice of words. I feel like the features removed in the v3 hub were not used as much but if someone was planning on handling cameras locally or battery backup then yes go with v2. A SmartThings engineer said that the largest local setups barely use any CPU and RAM in the v2 so v3 should have plenty of power for what's required. community.smartthings.com/t/should-i-wait-for-v3-hub-sth-eth-300/125573/28 The slightly extended range on v3 and being able to wirelessly place your v3 hub in a more central area in your home can only help as well.
Hi can you use v2 sensors with v3 hub?
Thanks for the video. Interesting as the V2 motion sensors in the UK work far better than both the ones in your video, detecting slight motion from very far away, better than the Philips ones I found. Shame no sign of the V3 sensors in the UK... I like the sound of the new prices!!
Thanks for the review. We are also testing the V3 HUB. (today) My concern is that it will not support custom device handlers and custom apps., also that it will not support "local" control with automation still completed when disconnected from the cloud/internet. Do you have any comments/feedback my concerns?
I plan to use two temperature sensors in my HVAC air handler to measure the temperature split. With that I will have a constant monitor of my HVAC system health. Plus, with a bit of coding, report the duty cycle of my system, which again is a measure of the system health. (If it spends too much time heating or cooling then something is wrong.)
We're just about to purchase our first hub....Do the new & better sensors work with the 2nd generation hub?
Yes they do. Hope you enjoy SmartThings!
This is a random question... would love to create something with raspberry to open close mini blinds ... any thoughts without buying super expensive blinds
I got the new multipurpose sensor to use on the gate into my backyard. Without a mounting plate, I can't secure it as easily as the v2 sensor, so I'm going to have to use one of my older sensors outside instead (+ ziplock bag for waterproofing).
I think it is a big mistake to get rid of the mounting plate, because it made it easier to pop out the sensor to change the battery. Even so, the $20 price tag can't be beat, so the v3 is still a better buy.
How is the multipurpose holding in the rain? Is it still working?
Hey read I love your videos one more question any suggestions to the Brand's devices neck with Cox tub. I know for light bulbs sengled works I'm just wondering what kind of sensors will work with my hub
Great video, thanks for the heads up on the v3 stuff. And BTW, very nice kitchen!
Thanks Scott!
I know this is an older video, but I'm hoping I can get some feedback. We are moving into a rental and I'm hoping to start up a smart home (smarter than nothing I guess as it is a 1980s home). I'm looking at smartthings due to your videos. I purchased the ring doorbell, the t9 thermostat, and will be doing the ring alarm system. Now for my smartthings question. Should I go V2 or v3? It would be nice for motion activated lighting and such. We are moving into Maryvale (since you are also in AZ, you may know of it), so anything motion activated and scheduled lighting can be helpful security wise. We also have a stand alone shed, so hoping to do motion activated for that too. Wondering if we should do a piece at a time. Dip our toes in. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
If you're getting a new hub, I would get v3 (unless you really want battery backup which is only on v2). You can look through the SmartThings website to see products that are compatible for your new hub: www.smartthings.com/products You may also want to make sure any products you get work with Alexa, since you'll be using that app for your security and doorbell.
If you're on a tight budget, you can also put your Wyze Cams outdoors, which I talk about in this video: th-cam.com/video/I8bKiT0Ti98/w-d-xo.html
one sugestion try and figure out what your end goal will be, and then try and see what path suits you best, i went full google/nest and hue lights with a smartthings hub, and now adding sensors, im thinking smartthings over hue because i can get waterleak sensors and keep all sensors the same,
Reed, thank you for the previous questions you’ve answered for me. I’m wondering if the Gen 2 SmartThings Hub and sensors are as unreliable as amazon reviews state. Do you agree?
I currently have V2 and was thinking about upgrading - do they still make you remove devices, routines, etc? uggg. maybe not.
Are the new sensors compatible with the V2 hub?
Yes they are
@@SmartHomeSolver thanks! Bought 3 door sensors 4 weeks ago, lol, the love and hate relationship of technology.
Haha seriously that's the worst.
Do you have a video on the raspberry pi? Not sure what it is, but i hear its name alot. Looking for some kind of universal input mod thats compatible with smartthings. Thanks!!
bmbertges I haven't done a video on the rasberry pi yet. The raspberry pi is a pretty cool little device. It's basically a very small inexpensive computer that's about $35. I have done lots of fun little projects on them in the past but I haven't tried anything with SmartThings yet. In the video it's just using an application called espeak which will speak the words that are typed in the terminal and the command is played on startup.
I havent bought into any sort of smart home or automation systems yet, and just found your channel so thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. I'm debating between the wink2 or the smartthings (v2 or v3). I want to primarily use it as a security system (window/door sensors, motion sensors, and cameras) what do you think offers the best system for those needs first? I will probably eventually want some expandability and more automation in the future, which is why I'm considering a smart hub over a dedicated diy alarm system. Thoughts?
Thanks for the comment Shawn. We did a comparison a while back and the main takeaways were that Wink was a little more simple getting started but SmartThings has many more possibilities for future automation. The community for SmartThings is awesome but the app can be a little confusing. As for the security system side of things, it will depend on if you want it to be professionally monitored. As for the basics, either one would be fine but I personally would go with SmartThings.
What is the simplest way to have my Ring.com Alarm monitor Samsung SmartThings v3 hub with 3 door, 1 motion. I have had them up for about 3 weeks and unsure if the door sensors are being monitor when Alexa is told to "Arm"? I have looked and the sensors status does not change. Thanks in advance. I chose to ask you as you seem to have a solid handle on Multi-Product integration with Ring Door Bell, Ring alarm and Samsung SmarThings.
Hi, thank you for the video. I am living in Malaysia. I am wondering if I can use v3 outside of US. Unlike v2, v3 has to be linked through the new SmartThings app, but the supported devices shown in the app has no v3. According to update log, new app: "Support for the next generation SmartThings hub! (US only)". Any idea does it work or how to make it work for other country?
Does changing hubs require creating a new set of pistons "connected" to the new hub? That would be another big job even if the code is identical.
That's really awful to remove all devices manually and add them again. There should be an assistant and only an upgrade button.
Damn what a stupid idea. Hope they will fix it. I got more than 50 devices (include virtual devices) and arund 80 rules etc.
Hi, I am new to SmartThings. I have a Samsung Galaxy S9+ that has the SmartThings app installed. Do I need a hub to be able to control/receive info from all these sensors? What is the protocol being used, how does it work?
Yes you need a SmartThings hub to connect your SmartThings app to the sensors. They use the ZigBee protocol. The SmartThings hub also uses Z-Wave so you can connect those devices as well.
@@SmartHomeSolver thank you! I am looking for controlling my boiler (Remeha c-Mix controller) that has OpenTherm protocol. I need a receiver relay that can be connected to it and also accepts e.g. Z-Wave protocol messages. Does something like that exist? Thanks again!
For whatever reason all prices went up. The Hub goes for well over $200 now and multipurpose sensor went up from $20 to $70.
Great video BTW! Was wondering if the new multi sensor could be attached to a fishtank cabinet door and when you open the door the lights under the cabinet come on. Besides getting the multi sensor would any smart plug work to do this task or does it need to be the Smartthings plug? Thanks and look forward to more video’s!!!
Thanks! That's a good use case for it. There are other smart outlets that are compatible with SmartThings that would work as well. If you already had a smart outlet that wasn't compatible with SmartThings but was with IFTTT, you could use that too.
Smart Home Solver thank you!
I haven't watched the video yet but would a V2 sensor work with V3 hub? And vice versa
Great review. I still use V1 that bought on Kickstarter and still don't see a reason to upgrade.
Thanks! That's good to hear V1 is still holding strong!
ModernDayFamilyMan same here is it worth the upgrade?
It's not worth the upgrade. If your new user go ahead. But I like the new sensors and their new price
I'm still on a V1 hub, too. Without a migration utility, I can't bear to move to something newer.
Hi can you use the ADT smoke detectors without the ADT hub with the regular version 3 hub
no new key fob?? it needs updating
Hi Im John from Italy.... I'm a big fan.
I am looking for a woreless battery powered external pir motion sensor that can trigger my external flood lights as a traditional sensor but I would like to create some routines to control my flood lights through a sonoff basic. Any idea's? The basic idea is for security purposes or to light up the surroundings at my arrival at night through a voice command or IFTT geofencing.
Thanks and continue making great content
I am new to the Smarthings. Can you turn off the motion sensor when you are at home? Or can you schedule the motion sensor to work only specific hours of the day? Thanks
Yes the great thing about SmartThings is that it's so flexible with stuff like that. For example, you can have the motion sensor turn on your lights from 8pm to 6 am and that same motion sensor alert you for motion if you are away. I did a video on SmartThings ideas that go over some of those things if you want to check it out.
What light bulbs were those that u connected to the motion I need them
Can you set up a home security system with SmartThings? Like that has a home, away, and unarmed mode like a traditional home security system?
Perhaps a tangent question, but I'm unsure where else to find the answer. :-) So The Smartthings Hub controls a lot of third party equipment like Philips Hue lighting. Does having a Smartthings Hub mean you do not need to spend the money on a Philips Hue Hub to be able to use Philips Hue light bulbs? Or do you end up needing to buy both?
@Gar Nelson yes you would need a Hue bridge. If you try and connect them directly to SmartThings it can mess up your ZigBee network. So you would need both for Hue. There are lights like the Sylvania Garden Spots that need a ZigBee hub and SmartThings will work good for those lights. It’s confusing.
Yes, it certainly is confusing, and I appreciate the time you take to put out some answers. Thank you. :-)
What's the range of the new hub for ZigBee/zwave devices? For example - can the hub be in the living room but be able to receive signals from a door sensor in my bedroom?
EDIT: Excellent video BTW
EDIT 2 : I live in Dubai and I have the connect home (mesh router + ZigBee/zwave) from Samsung but I'm not able to add any smart devices using the Samsung Connect app. Support says it's because smart home functionality is region locked and is not available in UAE.
Would you know if this is a problem with the hub as well?
Thanks! The devices can be 130 feet away from the hub and about 50 to 100 feet between devices. So it should be able to reach and if it doesn't just have another device in-between the hub and the device to extend the signal range. I think the hub might not work in Dubai according to their website support.smartthings.com/hc/en-us/articles/200880104-Does-SmartThings-work-in-my-country-
Can smart things turn wifi led strip lighting on/off? What about Etekcity outlets?
Great video. Thanks for your videos
I'm curious to hear if SmartThings have addressed the false alarming issue v2 motion had in the new v3? I use them to turn on lights in rooms. Have you seen those issues as well in the older v2 motions?
I experienced this problem with both new and older batteries. But you're not wrong SmartThings support said it was a battery issue. However, when I still have the issue after changing the battery. That answer sounds more like a cover up for a problemaic design to me.
hey,
can you send a link to the bulb please? (the one we see in the motion test)
Do you know if the ST ADT with arlo cameras can do routines such as "if alarm is triggered then all cameras record for xx minutes?
Does it come in a kit?
So, do you recommend the V2 or the V3 hub?
I would get whatever one is less expensive when you are going to buy it. Unless battery backup and local video camera capability (not cloud-based cameras) are important to you then get v2. I've still been using the v3 hub wirelessly and it's been doing great.
1.Does a Hub needs to be in range all this devices? Is like a wifi for this smart items?
2.Smart thigs are IFFT compatible?
3.Can smart things be controlled by Smart Life?
Thanks!!
1. yes
2. Yes, you can integrate smartthings into IFTTT
3. no idea.
How do you adjust the volume to alert you if motion is detected?
Do you know if this system, works with xiaomi home or others??
So, What's better on the V3 that could make me change from V2? (except Wifi connectivity)
nothing, lol. just trimmed down on cpu power, and allows for wifi connectivity instead of requiring it to be hardwired to your router being the two biggest differences. the V2 is actually the better hardware IMO.
I had read a lot of bad reviews about the wifi connectivity of the hub. I wonder if that is true. Also seems is recommended to use the ethernet connection vs the wifi (which I actually believe is probably true as I have two TVs and their wifi is very faulty)
Does anyone know when we can expect to have the EU version available? Can't seem to find it at the moment..
Can you use this to add door sensor as a trigger to start recording for arlo pro 2?
Yes you can. Let me know if you have any questions setting that up.
Battery is draining fast in my version 3 multipurpose sensor on my living room window...any explanation as to why? It isn’t far from the Hub...15 feet...also, how do i open the battery compartment on the multipurpose sensor?
Hmmm that's strange. I haven't seen that happen for mine. To open the battery compartment just slide the top cover in the direction away from the smaller contact piece.
Smart Home Solver ok, thanks, wonder if I got a bum battery, sensor, or if the firmware is bad...I know last year there was an issue with firmware misreporting the battery...I also have the new sensors with the 2nd generation hub...not the newest one just released...
Can you add smarthings hub v3 to smarthings to wifi as extender
Do those accessories work with wink
Can I use a Samsung 5 phone with the app for smart things 3 hub?
So would you recommend v3 if you already have v2? Sounds like the v3 went back a few steps in compatibility. The only thing appealing Ive heard so far is that it can be used wirelessly. No nest or sonos compatibility troubles me
unless the V2 placements is causing significant issues, no advantage to upgrading to V3 IMO
I'm thinking you door could be open quite a bit and still seem closed on the app.
I attached the multisensor to the doggie door to 1) remind my kids to open the door when they get home from school
2) remind myself to close the door before bedtime.
I see that they no longer say the multipurpose sensor can work as a garage door indicator. The old version was useless for that when it got cold. I also don't like how the outlet is so big you cannot use the other outlet.
I just double checked and you can use the new Multipurpose sensor as a garage door indicator. I can't comment on the cold since I live in Arizona right now. Yeah at 1:20 it seems like the SmartThings outlet is covering up the top one but it's just the camera angle. You can actually plug something on the top but if the SmartThings outlet is plugged in on the top outlet then it covers the bottom one.
Does the new smart things app work with the version 2 hub an devices?
yes.
Thank you for your videos
The problem with Samsungs new sensors reviewed here all are Zigbee. I prefer Z-wave it is much more reliable and you can build out a stronger network with it. There are some great 3rd party Z-wave and Z-wave plus sensors that work great with ST.
Hi Tom thanks for the comment. It's true the sensors from SmartThings are Zigbee and won't help strengthen the Z-Wave mesh network if you already have Z-Wave devices. I completely understand picking either one and sticking with it to make it really strong. I personally have both and it's been no problem using Z-Wave and Zigbee.
Same here - I have two houses - the only sensor problems I have had is with the older ST branded door window - plus as you noted the spotty performance of their older motion sensors. I got rid of all those and have a mix of non samsung branded ones now no issues. My 2 friends have had some issues both related with zigbee and location of the hub to the sensors and no zigbee repeaters. I like being able to do a Zwave network repair remotely also. Thx for your videos and reviews.
YMMV - I have both Z-wave and Zigbee - they both have their strengths and weaknesses
Guys PLEASE HELP: i bought a whole host of smartthings sensors and a hub. set it up and soon realised almost all of them lose connectivity in a large (concrete) home. (to be expected). I already understand i should buy zigbee power outlets to extend the zigbee range. But in South Africa, zigbee outlets are really hard to find. Wifi power outlets are much more common. Presently there are wifi access points throught the house. (AC Pro) so now im wondering if i should have gone with wifi based sensors instead of zigbee? Your thoughts?
Thanks. I will see u new video
Will this work in the Philippines?
Do the door sensor use zigwee?
Arrg I will need to do this with my 32+ physical devices when I Get the Wifi 3 pack .. Im just hoping ill be able to add some of my non normal ones. (like some buttons and devices (like my fan controls)
Could I just get the v2 and use the new sensors
Yes you can.
Anyone know a temperature sensor that is compatible with ifttt but it doesn't require a hub
Great Effort (Y)
2 years after the video, some Amazon sellers, sells for 75 pounts a sensor. Are they crazy?
Is webCORE supported?
Yes it is. I use webCoRE on it.
@@SmartHomeSolver cheers - on backorder here. First time user. Inspired by your videos. Keep up the great work.
Are the devices still Zigbee HA?
Just use the simulated alexa switch by bjerrion to trigger the music
How can you control IR devices using smart things?
Incorporate a Logitech Harmony Hub into SmartThings to control non-smart, IR based devices.
Great video. Thanks !!
I was hoping to see homekit functionality.
I just purchased the v3 Hub and was looking to integrate some custom applications. Where is the "marketplace" location or how you enable it 1:53 in the IOS application
I really need a way of clicking a smart button to activate a google goodnight as that currently "by voice" turns off all my lights, turns off my tv and sets my yale sync alarm to arm, i would like to then double press and that activates a google good morning, and a hold to activate all my lights on inc my security lights that are currently on tradfri sockets controlled with hue/google and hue outdoor motion sensors via a smartthings routine, if anyone knows if this can be done then please tell me, cheers.
I'm from India ,while I was purchasing in amazon it's showing only works in USA.So,how can I purchase for India?
Great video!
oh yay a v3 hub with less features... this likely means the bluetooth in the v2 will never be enabled