Just bought a ZigBee Open/Close sensor from Lidl. It was easily found by SmartThings Hub. However not straight forward, since the device handler was not installed.
The good side of it, plenty options already available. I have tested some of them, and decided to use NYCE Open/Closed Sensor handler. It works perfectly.
The sensor status change in the app is good.
So, if you are thinking about buying a new open/close sensor, I would definitely advise you to consider this option.
I have read in other forums that availability in the UK has been sporadic. They’ve even removed the product page from the UK version of their website, although the FAQs are still there.
They do seem to be widely available in EU countries, though.
Seems i am not alone then JD, i did ask a staff member last time i was there but was told they rarely receive stock. Which was better than just a blank stare which i was expecting
Do you have to pay customs / Duties if you order it from EU? Otherwise I could buy it for you and send it by post.
Not sure what are the post costs, but maybe it becomes cheaper to get from other brands.
Very kind but no need thank you, if they had some i would have purchased for testing and useage if needed in the future, i am curious more than anything else.
Always interested in buying capable devices at cheap prices, much like the Ikea devices, cheap but capable
Thanks @JDRoberts for sharing. Wow. I really hope smartthings can evolve towards a more integrative, modern and fast platform. Guess Edge is the first step towards it.
I have installed your driver but it doesn’t work for me. Maybe I am doing something wrong.
I have deleted the device, enrolled the hub, installed your driver and this is what I get.
