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product_id: 626144029
title: "Smart Home Hub M3 for Advanced Automation, Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, Features Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, PoE, IR, Supports Apple HomeKit, Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT"
brand: "aqara"
price: "AED 858"
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reviews_count: 13
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# Multi-protocol Matter bridge 127 Zigbee & Thread devices PoE + USB-C power stability Smart Home Hub M3 for Advanced Automation, Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, Features Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, PoE, IR, Supports Apple HomeKit, Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT

**Brand:** aqara
**Price:** AED 858
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏠 Elevate your smart home game with Aqara M3 — where power meets privacy and seamless control!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Smart Home Hub M3 for Advanced Automation, Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, Features Zigbee, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, PoE, IR, Supports Apple HomeKit, Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT by aqara
- **How much does it cost?** AED 858 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- aqara enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aqara brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Local Edge Automation with Privacy:** Prioritize instant, cloud-independent automations with encrypted 8GB local storage—no mics or cameras included.
- • **360° Smart IR Blaster with Feedback:** Control IR devices like AC units intelligently, with real-time status updates and Matter thermostat support.
- • **Robust Wired & Wireless Connectivity:** Dual-band Wi-Fi, Power over Ethernet, and USB-C support ensure rock-solid, lag-free automation.
- • **Effortless Setup & Flexible Placement:** Magic Pair tech and included mounts let you install anywhere—walls, ceilings, or desktops—in minutes.
- • **Seamless Matter Ecosystem Integration:** Bridge Aqara exclusives with Apple HomeKit, Alexa, SmartThings & more for unified smart control.

## Overview

The Aqara Smart Home Hub M3 is a cutting-edge multi-protocol hub supporting Zigbee, Thread, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and PoE connectivity. It acts as a Matter bridge enabling integration with major ecosystems like Apple HomeKit, Alexa, and SmartThings. With support for up to 127 Aqara Zigbee and Thread devices, local edge automation, encrypted 8GB storage, and a 360° IR blaster, it delivers advanced, privacy-focused smart home control. Its wired and wireless options, plus easy setup and versatile mounting, make it ideal for professional-grade home automation.

## Description

Product description The Edge Hub Localization of Cross-Hub Automation Device Binding for Fault Tolerance Once integrated into the network, it assumes leadership over existing Aqara hubs, centralizing data processing and commanding other hubs for distributed computing. Automations previously implemented in the cloud between hubs will transition to local Edge automations, ensuring they remain operational even during internet outages. Certain routers or mesh repeaters execute automation if M3 Hub fails. For instance, Curtain Driver and Door/Window Sensor automation remain operational without M3, ensuring a seamless experience. Seamless Upgrade and Data Transmission Wired and Wireless Connectivity Options Focus on Privacy and Encrypted Storage Powerful Speaker and Custom Ringtones Flexible Placement and Easy Setup The M3 allows for straightforward migration from older Aqara hubs, enabling seamless network upgrades without manual device reconnections. The M3 offers dual-band Wi-Fi with WPA3 security, PoE support, and a USB-C allows for UPS/power bank connections, ensuring robust and versatile connectivity. The M3 prioritizes privacy by omitting microphones and cameras, featuring end-to-end encrypted local storage and 8GB eMMC for secure data. The hub's 95dB speaker functions as an Aqara Home Alert siren or for announcements, allowing custom ringtones to be integrated into automations, even without an internet connection. The M3 comes with a mount, screws, and sticker for easy placement on flat surfaces, walls, or ceilings. Once powered, MagicPair enables automatic Aqara Home app detection. If you've used Aqara Home and hubs, choose to lead M3 or migrate Zigbee devices to M3 for enhanced automation. (Note: The Hub M3 is only compatible with Aqara brand Zigbee devices, not third-party Zigbee devices.) The hub M3 is only compatible with Aqara brand Zigbee devices such as Aqara Water Leak Sensor, Aqara Door and Window Sensor, Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensor, etc . The specific list can be found in the troubleshooting guide and user manual. Note: Incompatible with third-party Zigbee devices .) Featured Recommendations Aqara Smart Hub M3 Aqara Smart Hub Hub M2 Aqara Smart Hub Hub M100 Aqara Smart Hub M1S Gen2 Aqara Smart Hub E1

Review: First-Time Aqara user: It started with this hub - I'm not new to Smart devices. For the past two years, I have been using a Samsung Smartthings hub with their door and motion sensors. The problem? Every 2-3 months I was replacing the batteries in those sensors. I was completely dissatisfied with Samsung devices. Aqara was not the first remedy I sought. Sure, their accessories are dirt cheap, but wading through the number of reviews, there are just as many bad as good. On top of that, the fact that this is a Chinese company raises security concerns. I decided to replace all my Samsung sensors with those from Aqara. Additionally, since I wanted to integrate them into Apple Homekit, I wanted to get the latest and greatest hub from Aqara. And, once again, the reviews on this product were all over the map. At worst, I would return the hub if it didn't work. I am amazed at how quickly I not only set up this hub (pairing it with the Aqara app), but all the sensors and motion detectors I bought in addition to it. I wired the M3 hub directly out of my Eero mesh unit's ethernet output. It quickly connected to the Aqara app and soon afterward, I was connecting my accessories. No issues. Everything showed up not only in Homekit but in the Alexa app as well. Whenever my doors were opened or closed, an alert was sent to my iPhone (iOS 18) and Mac. All of this was set up within 35 minutes out of the box. The only downside to this hub is that it's expensive. It only covers approximately 60-65 feet and I have a very large home. I am either going to have to buy more of these hubs or the cheaper Aqara extender if I want to add more accessories at the further end of my home. I do completely understand, from the extensive research I have done that this is a half-baked product which has a lot of bugs. The fact I am only using it for basic monitoring functionality is probably the reason why everything has worked as smoothly as it has including quick pairing to devices. I will say that I went from being skeptical about Aqara to becoming a huge fan of their devices. I am amazed at how well they work, how long their batteries allegedly last, and how cheap they cost. I'm also optimistic that their new M3 hub will only get better through software updates. It's nice to have a device that can help all my different security devices, Alexa and Google hubs, and Apple Homekit work together.
Review: Good range, lots of good features, but only works with Aqara devices - Good zigbee home automation hub. Lots of great automation and security features built into it and the iPhone App. Easy to set up. Easy to create automations. I added temperature sensors all over the house and inside the refrigerator and freezer. The hub sets off a loud alarm if the freezer fails of the door is left open. We added water sensors, temperature & humidity sensors, and smart locks. Only down side is that it only works with Aqara devices. No third-party devices.

## Features

- [Multi-Protocol Hub with Matter Bridge] The M3 is a versatile hub supporting Aqara Zigbee and Thread devices. It integrates third-party devices into the Aqara Home app. Supports advanced Matter bridge functionality, enabling Aqara-exclusive scenes and signals to sync with Matter ecosystems such as Home Assistant for seamless integration. Supports up to 127 Aqara Zigbee devices （** Not third-party Zigbee devices) and 127 Thread devices (Repeaters are needed).
- [Edge Compatibilities and Local Automations] The M3 serves as an Edge Hub, prioritizing local control and automation. Upon integration, it supersedes existing Aqara hubs, shifting the automations among them to local operation (Some cloud-based notifications still require internet). Upgrade-friendly, it supports migrating Zigbee devices from older Aqara hubs.
- [Smart IR Blaster with Feedback and Learning] The 360°IR blaster not only sends commands but also provides accurate status updates by detecting traditional remote use. It connects IR air conditioning units to Matter, functioning as an AC thermostat when paired with an Aqara Temperature and Humidity Sensor. (Note: Only one AC device can be exposed to Matter. Functionality may vary based on the Matter integration app. For Apple Home exposure, use Matter integration instead of HomeKit.)
- [Optimal Wired and Wireless Connectivity] Offering both wired and wireless solutions, the smart home hub M3 provides dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) with advanced WPA3 security, and a Power over Ethernet (PoE) port. The addition of a USB-C port allows for mini-UPS and power bank connections, delivering unparalleled stability. (2A USB power adapter is not included. ) . Note: To ensure a stable connection, place the Hub M3 between 6 to 19 feet from the router.
- [Privacy-Focused with Encrypted Storage, Easy Setup and Versatile Placement] The M3 prioritizes privacy by excluding microphone or camera components. It boasts 8GB end-to-end encrypted local storage, for device lists, configuration parameters, and automation configuration data. Additionally, it includes a mount and screws for flexible placement on flat surfaces, walls, or ceilings. Magic Pair technology ensures effortless detection by the Aqara Home app upon power-up.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CWLHSKYC |
| Best Sellers Rank | #11,900 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #19 in Home Automation Hubs & Controllers |
| Brand | Aqara |
| Brand Name | Aqara |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,545 Reviews |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.13"L x 4.13"W x 1.41"H |
| Item Weight | 0.17 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Lumi United Technology Co., Ltd |
| Model | HM-G01E |
| Part Number | HM-G01E |
| Product Dimensions | 4.13"L x 4.13"W x 1.41"H |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Smart Home Compatible |
| UPC | 192784001165 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 12 Month Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Aqara
- **Color:** Black
- **Item Weight:** 0.17 Kilograms
- **Product Dimensions:** 4.13"L x 4.13"W x 1.41"H
- **UPC:** 192784001165

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How can l ensure a stable connection for the Hub M3?**
A: To ensure a stable connection, place the Hub M3 between 6 to 19 feet from the router. The doser it is to the router the more stable the connection wil be.Make sure the Hub M3 and the router are connected to the same local area network (LAN).

**Q: What zigbee devices is the hub m3 compatible with?**
A: The hub M3 is only compatible with Aqara brand Zigbee devices, not third-party Zigbee devices. The specific list of aqara zigbee devices can be found in the Troubleshooting Guide and User manual.

**Q: Which Aqara Zigbee devices is the hub M3 compatible with?**
A: The hub M3 is only compatible with Aqara brand Zigbee devices,   including but not limited to the Aqara Water Leak Sensor, Door and Window Sensor, Temperature and Humidity Sensor, etc. If you need further assistance, please reach out to us.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First-Time Aqara user: It started with this hub
*by R***D on October 25, 2024*

I'm not new to Smart devices. For the past two years, I have been using a Samsung Smartthings hub with their door and motion sensors. The problem? Every 2-3 months I was replacing the batteries in those sensors. I was completely dissatisfied with Samsung devices. Aqara was not the first remedy I sought. Sure, their accessories are dirt cheap, but wading through the number of reviews, there are just as many bad as good. On top of that, the fact that this is a Chinese company raises security concerns. I decided to replace all my Samsung sensors with those from Aqara. Additionally, since I wanted to integrate them into Apple Homekit, I wanted to get the latest and greatest hub from Aqara. And, once again, the reviews on this product were all over the map. At worst, I would return the hub if it didn't work. I am amazed at how quickly I not only set up this hub (pairing it with the Aqara app), but all the sensors and motion detectors I bought in addition to it. I wired the M3 hub directly out of my Eero mesh unit's ethernet output. It quickly connected to the Aqara app and soon afterward, I was connecting my accessories. No issues. Everything showed up not only in Homekit but in the Alexa app as well. Whenever my doors were opened or closed, an alert was sent to my iPhone (iOS 18) and Mac. All of this was set up within 35 minutes out of the box. The only downside to this hub is that it's expensive. It only covers approximately 60-65 feet and I have a very large home. I am either going to have to buy more of these hubs or the cheaper Aqara extender if I want to add more accessories at the further end of my home. I do completely understand, from the extensive research I have done that this is a half-baked product which has a lot of bugs. The fact I am only using it for basic monitoring functionality is probably the reason why everything has worked as smoothly as it has including quick pairing to devices. I will say that I went from being skeptical about Aqara to becoming a huge fan of their devices. I am amazed at how well they work, how long their batteries allegedly last, and how cheap they cost. I'm also optimistic that their new M3 hub will only get better through software updates. It's nice to have a device that can help all my different security devices, Alexa and Google hubs, and Apple Homekit work together.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good range, lots of good features, but only works with Aqara devices
*by D***Y on January 25, 2025*

Good zigbee home automation hub. Lots of great automation and security features built into it and the iPhone App. Easy to set up. Easy to create automations. I added temperature sensors all over the house and inside the refrigerator and freezer. The hub sets off a loud alarm if the freezer fails of the door is left open. We added water sensors, temperature & humidity sensors, and smart locks. Only down side is that it only works with Aqara devices. No third-party devices.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A high quality, high functionality device marred by a poor app and expensive accessories
*by E***. on April 6, 2025*

A really good solid hub. Very reliable. The automations never failed to run. Nice built in speaker with various alarm options. Cool ablity to bundle together multiple sensors into a single Matter "signal". For example--6 water leak sensors--if a single 1 of them registers water, the combined signal fires and alerts my Home Assitant which is connected to the M3 hub via Matter. You can choose what Aqara items to expose to Matter, which is great., it doesn't just puke out everything unless you want that. If I recall it's similar for HomeKit, but I did not get into that too much. Why 4 stars? It cannot adopt 3rd party zigbee. This is not a secret and they do tell you this prominently in the description. But what I found is I need more zigbee routers or else some Aqara sensors that are far away from the hub lose connection. So Aqara's outlets are like $30 and normal generic zigbee outlets are like $12. So I was considering how I would need to add several outlets for the sole purpose of extending the Aqara zigbee network. Aqara may be better quality than most, but the cost of the required network rapidly expanded. Why pay 3x for outlets that are only going to be routers and will not even have anything plugged into them? And I would be adding yet another (third) zigbee network to my existing Hue and Home Assistant networks. Plus the wifi also at the same frequency. And anyway with a generic zigbee setup I can just get an _actual_ zigbee range extender like the Aeotec Zi. So the lack of afforable range extenders is a huge issue with Aqara. Then lets talk about the Aqara app. It is chaotic, jumbled, confusing, phone-only (no computer access except via a MacBook running the iPad version). Dashboards and interfaces you create are trapped on that particular device, not stored on the hub. It's a horrid task to try to set up the same things for my devices plus everyone in my family. So as an automation-only proposition it is good. If you wanted dashbords and you do not live alone with a single phone...it's not a great exprience. If you are all-in on the Aqara ecosystem, this is the only Aqara hub to consider. Its ability to form a redundant cluster with another Aqara hub is spectacular and unique. I am selling mine on ebay as it was not a good fit for my house. I hate to see it go in some ways, but my home assistant box and generic Zigbee routers are cheaper and as a complete system work better. I _am_ still using my Aqara leak sensors, door contact sensors, and temp sensors as they work great...I'm just not using Aqara technology to inteface with them.

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