Presence Sensor FP2, mmWave Radar Wired Smart Motion Sensor, Zone Positioning, Multi-Person & Fall Detection, Supports HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, and Home Assistant, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Required

This product is absolutely amazing. I love having the ability to set multiple zones and each having different routines/automations. It is very easy to use and not having to worry about batteries is a major plus. If it's this good now, I can't wait to see the company's future products. Well worth the price! Update, still works very well. Once in awhile it has detection issues where one person won't be detected. I would like to see a microwave sensor that would really add functionality. With this one sensor I was able to remove 4 motion sensors. I can't wait to see the next version of this amazing sensor. No batteries required+++

I've been incredibly excited for this to come out. I was able to purchase an FP1 model from Alibaba a few months back, which was never sold in the US, and it had promise but the motion detection capabilities were very lacking. I had to pair it with an Aqara motion sensor to get the best results. So when they talked about this version I was excited to see the updates made. Overall I really like this product but be warned, it's not perfect and definitely needs to be tweaked, hopefully future software updates will fix some of the things I ran into when setting it up. You really need to set up your zones in the Aqara app before you start messing with it in Homekit. I was able to purchase 2 of these, one for my kitchen/living room and the other in my master bathroom to replace the FP1 and Aqara motion sensor. For the kitchen one I've set up 4 total zones to control my Homekit devices, the main one being in the kitchen where I have 2 NanoLeaf lightstrips under my cabinets. When you walk into the kitchen the lights will turn on and when you walk out they'll turn off. Took a bit of time to get the zones worked out correctly but after messing with it I was able to get a good result. It's not perfect as it sometimes doesn't register that you've entered the kitchen or left but I'd say since tweaking everything in the beginning it works 90-95% of the time as I'd expect. In the master bathroom I set up 4 zones with 2 primarily being used to control devices. The bathroom area turns on the main lights from my Meross dimmer switch and the shower area turns on the shower light and shower fan with both regular Meross switches. Initial placement didn't work out very well as the bathroom mirror seems to mess with the sensor so I moved it to be over the mirror to get it out of the sensor's view and that seems to have fixed a lot of the initial issues I was having. The glass shower door seems to mess with it a little bit but overall like the kitchen one it's working 90-95% of the time as I would hope. I think after some more software updates this will be even better over time. The motion sensing actually works really well when it's functioning properly. It's incredibly fast, even faster than the regular Aqara motion sensors. The design of the FP2 is better than the FP1 as it's flatter and you can remove the cord from the sensor itself which uses USB C. The mount is very smart in my opinion as it is magnetic. So you get an adhesive sticker that you put the included metal disk on and your sensor sticks to the magnet which makes it so much more convenient to take off if needed. All in all I'm happy with the purchase but I will say it's a bit overpriced. I was hoping for this to cost around $50 so when I saw $82.99 I was in shock, thankfully at launch they did have a 15% coupon that helped a bit but I'd say if you can wait I'd wait for the price to drop a bit.

Got the products next day. Able to set up the system with few minutes. Aqara pressed Sensor FO2 able identify fall accurately. Hope there is a system to call a phone number when it detect a fall or movement in a room. After installing it, I came to learn this is not at all effective system for any thing. This never generate alarm to check for anything. Not able use as monitoring to identify a fall because the system do not have provision for alerting. Who need system where you have observe 24 hrs to identify a fall. If you are going to install on ceiling where you get your power source? If you don’t have a power source in the ceiling you need to spend lot money to install a power plug to power it.

The Aqara Presence Sensor FP2, despite being marketed as a cutting-edge smart motion sensor with advanced features like mmWave radar, zone positioning, multi-person detection, and fall detection, unfortunately falls short of expectations in several critical areas. This detailed review highlights the significant drawbacks that make this device less desirable for smart home enthusiasts looking for reliable, accurate, and efficient detection technology. Firstly, the sensor’s performance in motion detection is inconsistent and often inaccurate. Although mmWave radar is touted as an advanced technology for precise sensing, in practical use, the FP2 frequently fails to detect motion reliably. There are numerous instances where movement within the claimed detection range is missed entirely, which undermines its fundamental purpose. This issue is compounded in complex environments where zone positioning and multi-person detection are supposed to excel; instead, the sensor struggles to differentiate between multiple occupants or determine their locations accurately, resulting in false positives or no detection at all. Such unreliability in sensing can create frustration and diminish the value of automations and alerts dependent on the sensor. Secondly, the fall detection feature, which should be a critical safety function, is alarmingly imprecise. The sensor either triggers false fall alarms when there is no actual incident or completely misses real falls. This inconsistency in a safety-related function is concerning for anyone relying on the device for elder care or accident prevention. The technology and algorithms behind this feature seemingly have not been refined enough to distinguish between a fall and other quick or abrupt motions, thus limiting its practical use in safety monitoring. Another major shortcoming is the requirement for a wired setup combined with 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi connectivity. The necessity to wire the sensor makes installation cumbersome and less flexible compared to fully wireless alternatives, especially in modern smart homes where placement versatility is key. The reliance on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, a band often congested in urban or multi-device environments, can lead to connectivity issues, lag, or intermittent data loss. Users may experience delays or missed notifications due to these limitations, negatively impacting the overall user experience and automation reliability. Integration with popular smart home ecosystems such as Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Home Assistant is broad, but this is where the positives largely end. Although it supports multiple platforms, the actual integration can be buggy and unstable. Users report difficulty maintaining a consistent connection with their smart home hubs, leading to dropped signals and unreliable device status updates. This instability complicates automation routines and diminishes the seamless smart home control that consumers expect from premium devices. The sensor’s user interface and app control are less intuitive and user-friendly than advertised. Setting zones, adjusting sensitivity, and customizing alerts are cumbersome processes, often requiring a trial-and-error approach due to vague descriptions and poor feedback in the app. Such design flaws detract from the convenience and sophistication that smart home users anticipate. Moreover, firmware updates are sluggish and infrequent, which contributes to unresolved bugs and outdated features remaining unaddressed for extended periods. Durability and build quality are additional points of concern. The sensor feels cheaply made, with plastic components that give an impression of fragility. This raises doubts about its long-term reliability, especially when installed in high-traffic or demanding environments. Coupled with the generally high price point relative to competing products offering comparable or better functionalities, the sensor’s cost-benefit ratio is unattractive. Lastly, the device’s technical documentation and installation guides lack the thoroughness necessary for a technical product with complex features. Many users struggle with the initial setup, lacking clear step-by-step instructions or troubleshooting guidelines for common problems. This deficit can lead to wasted time and frustration, further detracting from the product’s appeal to both novice and experienced smart home users alike. In conclusion, while the Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 promises innovative functionality and multi-platform support, its real-world performance is marred by inconsistent motion and fall detection, cumbersome wired installation, connectivity issues, unstable integrations, poor software experience, subpar build quality, and weak documentation. These flaws considerably impact its effectiveness and reliability, making it a disappointing choice for anyone seeking a premium smart presence sensor. Users would be better served considering alternative products with proven track records for accuracy, ease of use, and robust smart home integration.

one word Awesome. Completely changes everything. Meets and exceeds my expectations. Aqara have produced one hell of a sensor. The Lux sensor alone, is the fastest I’ve ever used. And that alone would be enough reason for me to buy more. I have two of the original FP1 sensors, which I’m currently using and both have been faultless. Once setup properly. But have been slow to detect presence. So still need a additional sensor to speed up motion detection and detect Lux levels. Absolutely not the case with the FP2’s presence sensing and its ability to zone a room. The down sides. The WiFi 2.4ghz only. Which makes it tricky to initially setup if your mesh router can’t split the networks. So if your a sole android user. This could cause a problem. As a IOS user and HomeKit user I had no such problem. But the Aqare iOS app when used with this sensor is extremely slow to display the current position of presence. Which gives the end user the belief that it’s not working as expected. But when you switch over to the android app. Positioning updates of presence update in real time. So obviously a bug with the IOS app. Home assistant. HomeKit integration works perfectly. I was aware that the sensor doesn’t currently work with GH and can’t be exposed to GH via home assistant. But that’s easy to get around with a few helpers and exposing the helpers to GH if needed. I will absolutely be buying more when available

Je suis très satisfait de l’Aqara FP2, notamment grâce à son excellente intégration avec Home Assistant via HomeKit. La configuration est simple et les zones de détection définies dans l’application Aqara fonctionnent de manière fluide pour détecter l’occupation. Le capteur est très précis, et il s’intègre parfaitement dans des projets domotiques avancés. Cependant, il y a quelques points à améliorer. Par exemple, il n’est pas possible de récupérer le nombre exact de personnes occupant une zone, ce qui pourrait être une fonctionnalité utile pour optimiser les automatisations basées sur la présence multiple. En outre, il est important de noter que ce capteur nécessite une alimentation continue, ce qui peut parfois rendre son intégration plus complexe si l’on souhaite éviter les câbles apparents. C’est un point à prendre en considération lors de l’installation, notamment dans les espaces où l’esthétique est importante. Aussi, les différents modes de détection (détection classique, détection de chute, et analyse sommeil) ne sont pas combinables et fonctionnent séparément. Bien que chaque mode soit efficace dans son propre contexte, pouvoir les utiliser simultanément serait un réel avantage. Malgré ces quelques limitations, c’est un excellent produit pour ceux qui recherchent une solution avancée de détection de présence et d’occupation. Je recommande vivement cet appareil pour sa fiabilité et son efficacité, surtout pour les utilisateurs avancés en domotique.

Ik ga deze melder gebruiken om enkele ruimtes die met elkaar verbonden zijn in één keer goed te in kaart te brengen (met een Aqara hub) en zo de verlichting slim te kunnen schakelen. Ben benieuwd of dit goed gaat lukken maar na het zien van wat Youtube videos zal ik probleemloos moeten gaan. Mocht het toch niet helemaal gaan zoals ik wil dan is het een optie om eventueel nog een te bestellen en die toe te voegen.

Eins vorweg, dieser Sensor ist Top 👍, wenn man erstmal verstanden hat wie man alles einstellt, dann ist der Sensor eine Bereicherung 1. Der erste ist in der Küche und mit Homeassistent verbunden um komplexere Automationen mit fallback und Rückkehr Funktionen durchzuführen was wirklich sehr zuverlässig funktioniert momentan sind wir fünf Personen (Besuch über zwei Wochen) alle gehen kreuz und quer durch diesen Raum trotzdem hält er immer die letzte Person in dem Raum wichtig ist Kanten zu nehmen um den Raum und Arbeitsfläche, so entsteht auch kein ghosting, der Sensor entscheidet zusätzlich ob auch die indirekte Beleuchtung aktiv wird oder das Haupt Licht unter anderen ist auch eine Bedingung für tagsüber Musik abzuspielen oder zu stoppen. 2. Der zweite ist für Keller (Fitnessstudio) und auch da wir kurz vorm betreten das Licht ein und ausgeschaltet und Musik abgespielt oder gestoppt. Für mich war es wichtig die KI aus zu lassen da kamen immer wieder Störungen manchmal wurde eine Person als Saug Roboter bezeichnet

Grazie a questo sensore ho potuto ottimizzare alcune scene che prima - utilizzando i sensori di movimento - avevano delle limitazioni in caso di presenza statica. Premessa per chi non conosce la differenza tra "sensore di movimento" e "sensore di presenza". Lo spiego con un esempio; la scena "accendi le luci quando entro in cucina e la luminosità è inferiore a 20lux" è possibile con un sensore di movimento abbinato ad uno di luminosità (nel mio caso, prima di acquistare questo, usavo uno combinato, ma spesso servono due sensori distinti)... e fino a qui questo prodotto non da un grande valore aggiunto, se non per il fatto che - dal momento che è costantemente alimentato - l'aggiornamento dei sensori è più frequente e quindi ho la garanzia di leggere un valore di luminosità in tempo reale e non uno aggiornato magari a 20 minuti prima (visto che la quasi totalità dei sensori di movimento è alimentato a batteria e - per preservarla - si opta per un aggiornamento non in tempo reale ma ad intervalli regolari di diversi minuti). I problemi si verificano con le scene di spegnimento: "Spegni le luci quando esco dalla cucina", con un sensore di movimento da risultati parziali. Infatti se resto fermo mentre mangio ed il sensore non rileva alcun movimento, mi ritrovo a mangiare al buio. Si può migliorare la situazione aggiungendo un timer, ovvero "Spegni le luci 2 minuti dopo l'ultimo movimento rilevato in cucina"... supponendo quindi che anche mentre si mangia, si genera un movimento almeno ogni 2 (o il valore scelto) minuti... ma in tal caso, quando esco definitivamente, devo aspettare due (o più) minuti prima che le luci si spengano. Con un sensore di presenza, invece, so esattamente quando qualcuno è presente in cucina... e quindi l'automazione diventa precisa, immediata ed a prova di errori: quando la prima persona entra in cucina si accendono le luci, quando l'ultima esce si spengono. Questo ovviamente solo per fare un esempio... le possibilità poi sono molteplici. Veniamo al prodotto in questione: Installazione e configurazione: è la parte più delicata... e che richiede il suo tempo. Se non vi interessa il monitoraggio delle cadute (per la quale è richiesta l'installazione a soffitto), la posizione migliore è al centro della parete stretta, ad un altezza compresa tra 140 e 180cm. La scelta della parete più stretta è dettata dall'angolo di circa 120 gradi (in realtà ho verificato esser anche qualcosa di più), quindi al centro della parete lunga rischiereste di aver gli angoli ciechi. L'installazione ad angolo è possibile ma è più complesso disegnare la mappa (speriamo in un aggiornamento sw) Nella mappa vanno segnati i confini delle stanze, le zone di entrata ed uscita e soprattutto quelle di interferenza. Le zone di interferenza sono molto importanti e vanno impostate in tutti quei punti dove potrebbero generarsi "fantasmi", ovvero: - oggetti in movimento (piante con foglie mosse dal vento, tende, ...) - riflessi (specchi, TV, finestre, ...) - variazioni repentine di luce e movimenti esterni (finestre, lampadari) Attenzione che nel momento in cui completate la configurazione delle stanze, lo spostamento anche di pochi mm potrebbe inficiare tutto il lavoro ed obbligarvi a riprendere da capo. Utilizzo con Home Assistant: personalmente ho usato l'app originale solo per la configurazione, HomeKit non lo uso ma uso solo Home Assistant. Home assistant, però, non prevedendo al momento un'integrazione specifica, lo vede come dispositivo home kit, quindi prima dovete configurare HK (Home Kit), poi verrà automaticamente riconosciuto in HA (Home Assistant). Verranno esposti: - un sensore di luminosità - un sensore di presenza generale - un sensore di presenza specifico per ogni stanza Qualora doveste modificare il nome o il numero delle stanze, dovete cancellare il dispositivo da HA, da HK e riconfigurarlo, prima da HK e poi da HA. Considerazioni: è più di un mese che lo uso e sono molto soddisfatto. Purtroppo non è economico, ma vi permette: - un'economia di altri sensori, con conseguente semplificazione nella gestione e manutenzione (batterie) - maggior precisione nella definizione degli scenari che prevedono l'effettiva presenza e non semplicemente il solo movimento. Ne comprerò altri non appena ci saranno delle offerte 😀 Spero che la recensione vi sia stata utile: in tal caso, un like è molto gradito.