Best Methods to use ZigBee Devices with Apple HomeKit
ZigBee to HomeKit Integration! If you want to use your ZigBee smart devices with Apple HomeKit read this article. This article will help you to get an idea on how to add ZigBee smart devices to Apple HomeKit.
I will summarize the best 4 methods for you to use ZigBee devices with Apple HomeKit.
- Enomek [Recommended App Solution]
- Athom Bridge
- HomeBridge Solution
- HOOBS Solution
Enomek
Enomek is the best solution for you if you want to add ZigBee smart devices to HomeKit. Enomek allows you to add any and all incompatible smart devices to HomeKit. To briefly explain, Enomek is an app solution. It helps you to integrate all your devices with Apple HomeKit.
Why Choose Enomek?
- A user-friendly tool to effortlessly connect ZigBee to Apple HomeKit
- Overcomes the limitations of the Homebridge solution
- Ensures a straightforward installation experience
- Solutions for various ecosystems and operating systems
- Offers a premium service that requires a one-time investment
- Can control Zigbee devices using Siri voice commands and the Apple Home app
- HomeKit Notifications for Zigbee devices
Step guide for Enomek App Installation
Athom Bridge
To give a brief explanation, Athom Bridge is a device solution. It is a pre-flashed and compiled server designed to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate ZigBee smart devices to Apple HomeKit, any smart devices to HomeKit. I loved Athom Bridge because it is budget friendly, straightforward, easy to plug-and-play and tiny design.
HomeBridge Solution
HomeBridge is a software solution that allows you to connect non-HomeKit devices to HomeKit. It is a server built on Node.js. Also, it allows you to connect unsupported smart devices to HomeKit seamlessly.
Add ZigBee devices to HomeKit using Homebridge
HOOBS Solution
HOOBS (HomeBridge Out of the Box), the hardware solution is an easy method to integrate your incompatible ZigBee devices to Apple HomeKit. It is a plug and play system and it offers a wide variety of plugins.
What can you do with ZigBee HomeKit integration?
- Control at your fingertips
- Effortless scene setup
- Automated convenience
- Voice-controlled simplicity
ZigBee devices that work with Apple HomeKit
- Bulbs from Philips Hue
- IKEA TRÅDFRI Bulbs
- Logitech Pop Button
- Aqara Motion Sensor
- Sonoff ZigBee Smart Plug
- IKEA Dirigera Hub
If you’re interested in Matter devices, you can find out how to add any ZigBee Matter Device to any Smart Home Ecosystem.
ZigBee HomeKit Gateways
HomeKit ZigBee Hub Gateway
- It is a double purpose gateway.
- It can be used as a ZigBee Hub to connect with Tuya/Smart Life app or as a ZigBee HomeKit Hub.
Moes Smart ZigBee Hub
- Moes Zigbee Hub works with Apple HomeKit.
- You can control this Moes ZigBee HomeKit Hub using the Apple Home App and Siri voice control.
Tuya Zigbee 3.0 Gateway
- Tuya Zigbee 3.0 Gateway supports Tuya, Smart Life, and Home App.
- It can connect to 128 devices.
Editor’s Pick
As I mentioned earlier, I will definitely choose Enomek. Because it is easy, fast and just likeable overall. However, you must ensure that whatever solution you pick will match the criteria for which you are looking. Make sure to consider other factors that will affect the decision about your purchase as well.
FAQs
Is Zigbee compatible with HomeKit?
- ZigBee devices can be integrated with Apple HomeKit using various third-party solutions. The choice of integration method depends on your preferences and needs. The Athom Bridge is a simple and affordable option, while Enomek offers a user-friendly application-based solution.
Is Zigbee better than Wi-Fi?
- Zigbee protocol has much slower speeds than Wi-Fi, however, this results in the devices using far less power. Zigbee devices have a lower range than Wi-Fi counterparts. However, these devices can relay signals allowing you to get more range overall.
Is Zigbee compatible with Matter?
- No, Zigbee devices are not directly compatible with Matter devices. This is because Zigbee protocol utilizes small radios to communicate. Matter does not support this type of communication. However, they can be connected using a bridge or a gateway device.
Is Zigbee better than Z-Wave?
- ZigBee is significantly faster than Z-Wave. It transmits data at 250 kbps compared to Z-Wave’s transmission rate of 100 kbps. This means Zigbee can communicate with more complex commands.
