NEW Apollo MTR-1: mmWare sensor: Review, Home Assistant installation, dashboard and conclusion

Join me on a tech adventure as we explore the capabilities of the Apollo MTR-1, the multi-target tracking radar sensor that’s revolutionizing motion tracking in smart homes. In this video, I’ll take you through a detailed review, installation walkthrough, and dashboard creation for the Apollo MTR-1 using Home Assistant.
Follow my step-by-step guide to seamlessly integrate the Apollo MTR-1 with your Home Assistant setup. I’ll cover the essentials of installation and share my personal configuration to get you up and running in no time.
Discover how to create a custom dashboard that showcases the full potential of the Apollo MTR-1. I’ll demonstrate how to visualize your data effectively, making your smart home both intelligent and intuitive.
After extensive testing and analysis, I’ll share my final thoughts on whether the Apollo MTR-1 is worth the investment. Is it a game-changer for smart home enthusiasts, or should you consider other options? Stay tuned to find out!
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00:00 - Introduction
00:55 - Features
02:52 - Mounting Options
03:20 - Home Assistant Configuration
05:13 - Exposed Entities
08:03 - Dashboard Configuration
09:27 - Roundup
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[@DennisSchmitz]

Sounds pretty good to me. Wondering how quick and accurate the lux metering is?
Really want to get rid of that giant Eve Motion sensor on my fridge which I basically just use for brightess metering since any other sensor I have is terrible at it... 😅

[@smart_home_australia]

Lux is a tricky one. In my testing it accurate enough to make a determination as to light levels for automatically turning on the lights, however, its not a lux specific meter.
What it comes down to is the user case that you are looking to solve. Also this is a multi object tracking motion sensor (which is really cool ! :)) but do you need that functionality? my current top picks are the MSR2 or SNZB06 (which doesn't have lux levels really) or the MTR1 are Aqara FP2 for multi target tracking (which is ALOT more expensive).

[@alondinbar6193]

So this is better that the previous one you review?

[@smart_home_australia]

Different, MSR2 is a microwave motion sensor, works with single objects. The MTR-1 is a multi object tracker, the MSR2 cannot do that.