Make your home truly smart with mmWave sensors
Welcome to the future of the smart home . Are you ready to take your home automation to the next level and make your house smart in ways you never thought possible? Say goodbye to the frustration of lights going off while you're quietly reading a book or watching TV. The cause? Traditional motion sensors. The solution? The latest generation of mmWave occupancy sensors.
This advanced technology detects not only motion but also the subtlest presence, like your breathing. This allows your system to know with absolute certainty whether someone is in the room, even if they're sitting completely still. At slimhuisje.nl, you'll find a carefully selected range of the best mmWave sensors from top brands like Apollo , Sensy-One , and Aqara , so you can create the perfect, seamless smart home experience.
The crucial difference: traditional PIR vs. smart mmWave sensors
Reliable detection is essential for an effective smart home . For years, the PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor was the standard. A PIR sensor works passively by responding to changes in body heat. When you enter a room, it detects the sudden change in temperature and switches on the light. It's a simple and effective way to detect entry , but it has one major drawback: if you sit still, the sensor quickly considers you part of the background and "thinks" the room is empty. As a result, the light goes out.
This is where mmWave (millimeter wave) technology changes the game. A mmWave sensor is an active mini-radar system. It continuously transmits high-frequency radio signals and analyzes the echoes that bounce back. By measuring these reflections, the sensor can detect not only large movements but also the tiniest micro-movements. Think of the rise and fall of your chest while breathing or tapping on a keyboard. The result? The sensor knows with certainty that you are present. This opens the door to flawless and advanced automation in your home automation system, without unwanted interruptions.
| Feature |
PIR (Passive Infrared) Sensor |
mmWave (Millimeter Wave) Sensor |
| Technology
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Passive detection of heat changes. |
Active radar that analyses reflections of radio signals. |
| Best for
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Motion detection (walking, waving). Ideal for hallways and entrances. |
Detection of static presence (sitting still, breathing). Perfect for living rooms and offices. |
| Sensitivity
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Low. Cannot detect micro-movements. |
Extremely high. Even detects breathing. |
| Sight
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Requires a direct line of sight. Blocked by furniture. |
Can 'see' through thin materials (plasterboard, curtains). |
| Energy consumption
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Very low, ideal for battery-powered devices. |
Higher, usually requires a wired power source (USB/PoE). |
| False triggers
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Sensitive to sunlight, radiators or sudden air drafts. |
Insensitive to heat, but can react to moving objects such as fans (adjustable). |
Discover the best mmWave sensors from top brands
At slimhuisje.nl, we've selected the best brands for you. To help you make the right choice, we'll explain the unique differences between the models below.
Apollo: modular precision for the expert
Apollo sensors are the dream of every smart home enthusiast who wants complete control. They share a powerful foundation: each sensor includes a temperature and light sensor (LUX), an RGB LED, and a buzzer for notifications. They are all expandable with an optional CO2 module. The difference lies in the specialization and the radar used:
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Apollo MTR-1 (Multi-Target Radar) : The precision instrument. The MTR-1's unique feature is its LD2450 radar, which can track multiple people simultaneously and transmit their precise coordinates. It allows you to set up to three configurable zones. This is the sensor you need if you want to know exactly where someone is in a room, ideal for complex automation in large living spaces.
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Apollo MSR-2 (Multi-Sensor Radar) : The compact all-rounder. The MSR-2 uses the LD2410B radar, designed for highly accurate presence detection of a single person. It's a compact and versatile multi-sensor that measures temperature, pressure, light, and UV in addition to presence, making it an ideal and affordable starting point for an advanced environmental monitor.
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Apollo R PRO-1 PoE (Radar PRO PoE) : The rock in the surf. Its major advantage is that a single PoE cable provides both a stable data connection and power, eliminating the need for a separate power adapter. A unique feature is the combination of two mmWave radars : the LD2450 for tracking multiple targets and the LD2412 for extremely sensitive detection. This is the ultimate choice for critical areas where reliability and ease of installation are paramount.
Sensy-One: the ultimate all-in-one multi-sensor
Sensy-One takes a different approach: one device that literally measures everything you want to know about a space, ideal for those who want maximum data from a single, sleekly designed sensor.
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S1 Pro Multi Sense : This is the ultimate multi-sensor, designed to provide a complete picture of your indoor climate. At the heart of the presence detection is the LD2450 mmWave radar , which can track up to three people simultaneously. What truly sets this sensor apart is the standard integration of an advanced Bosch BME688 sensor. In addition to temperature, humidity, and air pressure, it also measures air quality (VOC) and an estimated CO2 value (eCO2) . For those who require precise measurements, there is an optional add-on with a real CO2 module (Sensirion SCD40). In addition, the sensor measures ambient light (LUX) and UV index, has a built-in buzzer for notifications, and an RGB LED for visual feedback. Built on ESPHome, it offers ultimate local control for the data-driven user.
Aqara: Ease of use and ecosystem integration
Aqara focuses on reliability, sleek design, and seamless integration with the major smart home platforms. Their models differ primarily in their connectivity and advanced features.
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Aqara Presence Sensor FP1E : The Zigbee 3.0 specialist. The FP1E's unique advantage is that it integrates directly into your existing, robust Zigbee network. It's designed purely for robust presence detection without any extras. This is the ideal, energy-efficient choice if you already use an Aqara hub or another Zigbee controller (such as Homey or Home Assistant with a Zigbee stick).
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Aqara Presence Sensor FP2 : The WiFi & Matter powerhouse. The FP2 stands out with its advanced software features. It works via WiFi and doesn't require a hub. Its biggest strengths include zoning (up to 30 zones), multi-person detection (up to 5), and even fall detection . Thanks to Matter support, it also integrates directly with Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa, making it extremely versatile.
Seamless integration into your smart home ecosystem
A sensor is only truly smart when it works seamlessly with the rest of your devices. Apollo , Sensy-One , and Aqara mmWave sensors offer excellent connectivity for any home automation platform.
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Home Assistant : The Apollo and Sensy-One models are designed with Home Assistant as their primary platform. They work locally via ESPHome, which allows for deep, customizable integration without cloud dependency. This is the dream of any hobbyist who wants complete control.
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Homey : Homey users can also benefit from these advanced sensors. Aqara sensors work through the official Aqara app for Homey. For the ESPHome-based sensors from Apollo and Sensy-One, there are community apps (such as ESPHome) that allow you to add them to your Homey flows.
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Matter & Thread : The future of the smart home is Matter . Aqara is leading the way in the adoption of this protocol. The Aqara FP2 supports Matter, allowing it to work seamlessly with devices from other brands within ecosystems like Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa.
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Ecosystem Integrations :
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Google Assistant/Home & Amazon Alexa : Aqara products are easy to connect for voice control and routines.
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Apple HomeKit : Aqara is known for its excellent and official Apple HomeKit support, and the FP2 (via Matter) is no exception.
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Protocols : The Apollo and Sensy-One sensors use Wi-Fi or a wired Ethernet connection (PoE for the R PRO-1). Aqara offers both Zigbee 3.0 (FP1E) and Wi-Fi (FP2) solutions, so there's always a model to fit your setup.
Software, updates and reliability
When you invest in your smart home , you want to be sure the products are durable and safe. The brands we offer at slimhuisje.nl understand this. Aqara has a strong policy of regular firmware updates to add new features and improve security. Brands like Apollo and Sensy-One focus on an open-source basis (ESPHome), so you're not dependent on a manufacturer. The community ensures continuous development, and you have the option of full local control, meaning your sensor functions perfectly even without an internet connection, and your privacy is protected.
Community and official support
A strong smart home product is supported by an active community. For brands like Apollo and Sensy-One, you'll find plenty of information and help on the Home Assistant forums and their own Discord channels. Here, users share configurations and help each other with complex automations. Aqara has a very active user base on platforms like Reddit (r/Aqara) and offers comprehensive manuals and video tutorials on its official website and YouTube channel. If you're having trouble, the specialists at slimhuisje.nl are always ready to provide expert advice.
Ready to take the step towards true, uninterrupted presence detection? Make your home smart with mmWave sensors from Apollo, Sensy-One, and Aqara. Order today at slimhuisje.nl for fast delivery and the reliable service you expect from an expert.
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