Smart home comparison
Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 vs Eve Motion
Compare protocols, ecosystem fit, hub requirements, local control, and missing features before choosing a device.
Short answer
Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 has limited or no native Matter support, while Eve Motion supports Matter natively. Choose Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 for Room presence; choose Eve Motion for Motion lighting.
| Criteria | Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 | Eve Motion |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Presence sensor | Motion sensor |
| Protocols | Wi-Fi, HomeKit, Aqara Cloud | Matter, Thread |
| Matter | none | native |
| Matter connection | Not a Matter device | Matter over Thread |
| Thread | No | Yes |
| Required hubs | None listed | Thread border router, Matter controller |
| Local control | partial | full |
| Best for | Room presence, Zone-based lighting, Home Assistant automations | Motion lighting, Outdoor motion, Apple Home |
Aqara Presence Sensor FP2
Wi-FiHomeKitAqara Cloud
- Advanced zones are configured in the Aqara app
- Google Home and Alexa support is usually indirect
Eve Motion
MatterThread
- Requires Thread infrastructure
- Advanced sensitivity options vary by app