Short answer
Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller is works with Home Assistant. For most users, the practical path is to pair the device to a matter controller.
Compatibility summary
| Device | Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller |
|---|---|
| Platform | Home Assistant |
| Status | Works |
| Required hubs | Home Assistant Green or Yellow, Thread border router, Home Assistant Matter setup with Thread access |
| Hub risk | high |
| Protocols | Matter, Thread, HomeKit, Bluetooth |
| Confidence | high |
| Tested by us | No |
Hub requirement diagnosis
Plan for Home Assistant Green or Yellow, Thread border router, Home Assistant Matter setup with Thread access before pairing.
How to connect
- Pair the device to a Matter controller.
- Share or commission it to Home Assistant Matter.
- Confirm entities appear in Home Assistant.
What may not work
- Matter does not yet define an irrigation/valve device type — Google Home and Alexa see limited functionality
- Requires Thread Border Router for Thread path
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.
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FAQ
Does Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller work with Home Assistant?
Works. The best path is: Pair the device to a Matter controller. Share or commission it to Home Assistant Matter. Confirm entities appear in Home Assistant.
Does Eve Aqua Smart Water Controller need a hub?
Usually yes: Home Assistant Green or Yellow, Thread border router, Home Assistant Matter setup with Thread access.
What features may be missing in Home Assistant?
Matter does not yet define an irrigation/valve device type — Google Home and Alexa see limited functionality Requires Thread Border Router for Thread path