Hub M1S Gen 2
The Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2
* Please note: M1S Gen 2 does not support Xiaomi Mi Home. Instead, we have provided it with an improved support of HomeKit, Google Assistant, Alexa, IFTTT, Matter (available after its official release and may be delayed) and more.
Zigbee 3.0 Support, up to 128 devices*
Supports all the latest Aqara devices based on the fastest, most stable, and energy-efficient technology.
Built-in Speaker
A powerful 2-watt speaker can be used as an alarm or doorbell as well as via configurable automations.
RGB Light and Illumination Sensor
A bright and colorful LED ring can serve as a night light or accent light as well as being controlled by the built-in illumination sensor.
All-Round Compatibility
Use your favorite voice assistant** or smart home ecosystem together with Aqara Home app automations.
Enhanced Wi-Fi Connectivity
The Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 has a more powerful 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi antenna and WPA3 support, which makes the connection faster and more reliable.
Focus on Security
Apart from Aqara Alert System, the M1S Gen 2 supports all 4 HomeKit alarm modes.
*Up to 128 Aqara Zigbee child devices can be connected to the hub (repeater devices such as an Aqara Smart Plug or Aqara Smart Wall Switch (with Neutral) are required). **Apple Siri, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Yandex Alisa, Mail.ru Marusya and more are supported.
RGB Light and Illumination Sensor
Apart from being a Zigbee 3.0 smart home hub, the M1S Gen 2 has a built-in RGB light made of 18 powerful LEDs and a diffuser. It can be used as an alarm, accent, or night light and has a configurable brightness and color. Compared to our previous hubs, it has a fully functional illumination sensor that can be used in automations via the Aqara Home app.
The Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 is equipped with a built-in 2-watt speaker that is powerful enough to be used as a siren as well as other ways such as:
The Zigbee 3.0 Control Center
Thanks to the latest Zigbee 3.0 tprotocol, the M1S Gen 2 supports all the newest Aqara devices as well as existing ones. The newer technology improves stability, compatibility, and responsiveness of the hub and its child devices and focuses on local automations
* Up to 128 Aqara Zigbee child devices can be connected to the hub (repeater devices such as the Aqara Smart Plug or Aqara Smart Wall Switch (with Neutral) are required). ** The Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 is not a Wi-Fi router. A dedicated Wi-Fi router is required to connect it to other supported Wi-Fi devices.
2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi Antenna and WPA3 Support
To ensure the best possible wireless connection of dozens of sensors and controllers, the Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 is equipped with a more powerful 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi antenna. Also, the M1S Gen 2 supports WPA3, the latest Wi-Fi security specification, which will further protect your data.
* Please note: only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks are supported
The Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 makes your Aqara devices compatible with a wide range of smart home ecosystems and voice assistants.
Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, IFTTT and more are supported. Matter support will be available as an OTA update of Aqara Hubs after the official release of Matter specifications.
* Please note: only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks are supported
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The Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 supports a wide range of Aqara sensors, which make it a comprehensive, subscription-free security solution.
Each Aqara sensor has a 2+ year battery life and can be also used in automations.
* In HomeKit, all 4 native alarm modes are supported.
Forget about turning your devices on and off manually. Now, it can be done automatically with the Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2, Aqara sensors and controllers, and the Aqara Home app. And, even if the internet connection goes down, local automations will keep functioning.
*Some devices are not available in all regions at this time.
High-quality components and design are not only a subtle addition to any room interior but also make the M1S Gen 2 more reliable by achieving constant airflow through its large perforated base.
Hub Versions Comparison
| Aqara Hub | M1S | M1S Gen2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless protocols | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Zigbee 1.2 | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Zigbee 3.0 | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, Zigbee 3.0, Bluetooth |
| Voice Prompt Languages | EN, DE, ES, IT, RU, FR, CN, CAN | EN, RU, CN | EN, DE, ES, IT, FR, RU, CN |
| Supported Devices | 32 | 128 (Zigbee repeaters required) | 128 (Zigbee repeaters required) |
| Speaker, Voice Prompts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Recommended Placement | Wall outlet | Wall outlet | Wall outlet |
| Power | 110-240V AC | 110-240V AC | 110-240V AC |
| HomeKit Security System / Alarm Mode Support | Away / Off | Away, Home, Night, Off | Away, Home, Night, Off |
| HomeKit Installation Code Sticker Placement | Bottom (cannot be accessed when plugged in) | Side | Side |
| Ecosystem Support (as a hub) | HomeKit, Mi Home, Alexa, Google, Yandex, Marusya, IFTTT | HomeKit, Mi Home, Alexa, Google, Yandex, Marusya, IFTTT, Matter (after its release) | HomeKit, Alexa, Google, Yandex, Marusya, IFTTT, Matter (after its release) |
| Additional functions | RGB Light, Binary (dark/bright) Illumination Sensor | RGB Light with smoother dimming, Full-fledged (lux) Illumination sensor | RGB Light with smoother dimming, Full-fledged (lux) Illumination sensor Custom ringtones |
