Aqara
Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 compatibility profile
Matter, Thread, hub requirements, ecosystem support, known limitations, alternatives, and Home Assistant automation fit.
Matter: nativeThread: noLocal control: partialConfidence: medium
Compatibility matrix
| Platform | Status | Required hubs | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Assistant | Works | Home Assistant Green or Yellow | Open |
| Apple Home | Works | HomePod mini or Apple TV 4K | Open |
| Google Home | Needs verification | Google Nest Hub or another Matter controller | Open |
| Alexa | Needs verification | Compatible Echo device or Alexa Matter controller | Open |
| Aqara | Works | Aqara Hub M3 or Aqara app when required | Open |
Connectivity & Matter details
| Matter connection | Matter over Wi-Fi |
|---|---|
| Thread role | Not a Thread device |
| Needs Thread border router | No |
| Local control | Partial (some cloud) |
| Required hubs | No extra hub identified |
Known limitations
- Matter camera support is limited — Apple Home requires iCloud storage for video
- Google Home and Alexa have limited camera stream support via Matter
- Hardwired installation required (not battery)
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