Short answer
Aqara Vibration Sensor is works with Home Assistant. For most users, the practical path is to pair the device through zha, zigbee2mqtt, or a vendor bridge.
Compatibility summary
| Device | Aqara Vibration Sensor |
|---|---|
| Platform | Home Assistant |
| Status | Works |
| Required hubs | Aqara hub or Zigbee coordinator, Aqara hub, Zigbee coordinator, or Matter bridge |
| Protocols | Zigbee |
| Confidence | medium |
How to connect
- Pair the device through ZHA, Zigbee2MQTT, or a vendor bridge.
- Expose entities to Home Assistant.
- Create automations locally when possible.
What may not work
- Requires Aqara hub or Zigbee coordinator
- Home Assistant exposes more sensor states than Apple Home
Troubleshooting checklist
- Confirm the exact product SKU and firmware version.
- Keep the target controller and phone on the same network during pairing.
- If Matter pairing fails, factory reset the device and retry with a fresh setup code.
- Check whether the hub is only acting as a bridge or also as a Thread border router.
FAQ
Does Aqara Vibration Sensor work with Home Assistant?
Works. The best path is: Pair the device through ZHA, Zigbee2MQTT, or a vendor bridge. Expose entities to Home Assistant. Create automations locally when possible.
Does Aqara Vibration Sensor need a hub?
Usually yes: Aqara hub or Zigbee coordinator, Aqara hub, Zigbee coordinator, or Matter bridge.
What features may be missing in Home Assistant?
Requires Aqara hub or Zigbee coordinator Home Assistant exposes more sensor states than Apple Home