Aqara · Commercial local hubs
Aqara Smart Hub M1S Gen 2
Zigbee 3.0 · Wi-Fi · proprietary API · about $60
cloud optionalcloud optional
Protocols
Zigbee 3.0Wi-Fi
2 W
Idle power
$60
List price
~500
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Commercial local hubs |
|---|---|
| Protocols | Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi |
| Cloud dependency | cloud optional |
| Local API | proprietary API |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google, Siri (HomeKit) |
| Open source | closed-source |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~500 |
| Idle power draw | ~2 W |
| Update outlook | actively maintained |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $60 |
Best for: Apple ecosystemBest for: Budget under $80Best for: Family / casual
Setup & gotchas
🔔 The onboard speaker doubles as a chime and alarm, handy for simple door and motion alerts.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Compact Zigbee 3.0 hub with a built-in night light and speaker
- + HomeKit compatible for Apple-centric setups
Trade-offs
- − Zigbee only, so no Thread or Matter radio on board
- − Remote access depends on Aqara China cloud
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Aqara Smart Hub M1S Gen 2 require the cloud?
Not for core control. The Aqara Smart Hub M1S Gen 2 works locally (proprietary API); the cloud is optional and mainly adds remote access and extra features.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the Aqara Smart Hub M1S Gen 2 support?
Protocols: Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi. Voice: Alexa, Google, Siri (HomeKit). It directly supports an estimated 500 devices/brands.
How much does the Aqara Smart Hub M1S Gen 2 cost and how much power does it use?
List price is about $60 (Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026 — actual prices fluctuate). Idle power draw is roughly 2 W. The hardware and firmware are closed-source.
Source & last checked
- Aqara official site: aqara.com/ ↗
- Sources last checked: 2026-07-20 · Prices: Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026
- Idle-power and device-count figures are vendor-claimed or community-measured estimates. Prices fluctuate. Details without warranty — check the current manufacturer spec sheet before buying.