Best garage door keypads & remotes according to redditors
We found 276 Reddit comments discussing the best garage door keypads & remotes. We ranked the 99 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 276 Reddit comments discussing the best garage door keypads & remotes. We ranked the 99 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
The Amazon reviews page if anyone wants to see the impact of bad press..
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/reviews/B01KUZ2JPS/ref=cm_cr_dp_mb_btm?ie=UTF8
It also doesn't help that first page of review on Amazon are nearly all one-star from verified purchasers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KUZ2JPS
It’s this device, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752P57ZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Hyk1BbSPGZBWT and it uses the eWeLink app to configure.
I want to be able to, for example, grant access to my in-laws so they can let themselves in, but without having them signed in to my Alexa account.
This is more of an Alexa or IFTTT question, as this same question could apply to my Lutron controllers, ecobee, etc...
I bought this off Amazon and haven't had any problems.
https://smile.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener Chamberlain MYQ-G0301 - Wireless & Wi-Fi enabled Garage Hub with Smartphone Control https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H7Z5L8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_aSe2DbJSKHWY7
I bought this go control unit from amazon back in October and set it up without much trouble. Initially I just had a hub and this for my garage to be able to check the door status after we left the house and my wife would question whether the door had closed.
I was in my basement at about 10pm the first time I heard the garage open. I thought it was odd since I knew my wife was upstairs on her computer so I checked it out and asked if she had triggered the door to open from her phone though I wasn't sure if she knew she could do this. I checked a few things on the smart things app, shut the door from the OG button outside and went to bed.
About a month later I woke up and headed out to work to find the garage door open. When I got to my car I immediately knew it had been gone through. Nothing valuable to a thief was stolen but they did take the hand mics to both my ham radio and my cb (I offroad and use these to communicate with my group), a knife that was in the driver front door pocket, and a car phone charger.
I checked my wifes car and saw that the center console had been tossed. Her car is kind of a mess so although I knew someone had gone through it I couldn't tell if anything was gone. I knew I couldn't do anything about it at that point so I left for work and an hour later when I knew she'd be awake I texted her about what had happened. She walked down to check the garage and it was open again after I know it closed when I left. She closed it and did her thing before also leaving for work.
I was in the middle of something at the office so I couldn't immediately leave but a few minutes later I went home (20 minutes away) and disconnected the GoControl. I haven't done anything with it since then. I did realize later though that the thief took my dewalt 20v battery and unplugged my charger to also take but actually left because the power cable was twisted around a few different things. I feel fortunate that they didn't steal more because I had my drills and other tools right in front of my car on a work bench.
Suspicious, but ReviewMeta's adjusted score is still 4/5.
I "rolled my own" garage door button with a wireless relay.
Thought I would share since this is a pretty recent development, and I was about an hour away from installing this at my vacation rental property... For those interested, The GoControl z-wave garage door opener will work with a Smart Things hub and is officially supported.
Pretty pissed that I won't finish the automation install at this house this weekend but really glad I didn't was a whole bunch of time installing this!
This one works great for me. I have it set to remind me if the garage door is left open longer than 15 minutes during the day, or if it is open at all after bedtime. it will auto close at certain times of the night, and when I set the house alarm...
The current reviews on Amazon are amazing.
Check out myQ technology...it may be compatible with your existing opener. I bought this device and it was super easy to install. If others install the app they should be able to open it. I imagine as owner you could manage access like one would a digital lock and remove access after their stay.
At the moment I currently don’t allow guests access to the garage but I use this for peace of mind when I’m away. I can check status and see if it’s open/shut and for how long. I can open and close it remotely...heck I use it when I’m up on the 3rd floor and about to go to bed and don’t feel like going all the way downstairs to make sure it’s shut. Easily one of my favorite home automation devices!
Today in lulzy Amazon & IoT (Internet of Trash) news:
Guy buys a "smart" garage door opener that can be controlled by smartphone. He has trouble setting it up, gets frustrated, posts a one-star Amazon review. Owner of the company retaliates by blacklisting his specific garage door opener on their servers, rendering it useless.
Thread on the company forums, Hacker News thread, Amazon product page.
I bought the Linear GoControl Z-wave controller. It's compatible with most garage door openers, you just hook up a couple of wires into the garage door opener.
I have it connected to SmartThings, it works like a charm.
This device is currently natively supported in SmartThings and will both control your garage door and let you know if it's open/closed: http://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
GoControl/Linear edge
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M75TEIU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502321646&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=go+control+zwave&dpPl=1&dpID=41mR-vfm7WL&ref=plSrch
This works with some, but all, garage door openers. And when it works it's extremely way to use and install. I use mine with Smart things hub.
I've been using this one for over a year without any issues - GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3JsHAbS1DN09R
And you don't even have to replace your opener. You can buy something like the Meross garage door kit (https://www.amazon.com/meross-Smart-Control-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07L5DPK8P). It needs power, wifi signal, and needs to connect to contacts on your existing opener. If you have a wired "doorbell style" button, you can just splice it into those wires. It also comes with a door sensor so you can see if the door is currently open or closed and get warnings if the door is open longer than a set time limit.
I've been using Meross, which goes on sale pretty frequently on Amazon. It works well and has Alexa integration.
https://www.amazon.com/meross-Smart-Control-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07L5DPK8P
I went with this: https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-MYQ-G0301-Garage-Delivery-Eligible/dp/B075H7Z5L8
I used one of these and it works quite well.
https://www.amazon.com/meross-Smart-Control-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07L5DPK8P
You have a lot of options. Easiest would probably go with a hub like a Samsung SmartThings hub and get zwave door/window sensors.
For the garage door you could use the GoControl outfit kit https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
The fireplace gets a bit tricky depending on how the control is. Most newer homes with gas logs are on a milivolt system, meaning the switch on the wall that opens the gas valve doesnt actually have power, its just a signal wire. For this case you need to get power to that switch location which could be as easy as tapping into the lines of an adjacent switch. You need a Zwave dry contact swtich. https://www.amazon.com/Remotec-Zwave-Contact-Fixture-Module/dp/B00913ATFI
The best option, in my opinion, is one of these and an appropriate Z-Wave controller. Everything else will handcuff you to one specific cloud platform and limit your integration options.
https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Garage-Opener-Chamberlain-MYQ-G0301/dp/B075H7Z5L8
This might work for you
Others have mentioned it, but I'll itemize it:
• Garage door openers systems have a "manual release" that disconnects the door from the trolley that pulls it open and pushes it shut. This allows the door to be used manually as if there was no opener. This is usually a rope with a red handle that hangs down from the center rail near the top of the garage door.
• Manufacturers have a key-device which mounts in a hole high on the center of the door. When you unlock this handle, it allows you to pull out the handle which is attached to a wire-rope which is attached to the manual release on the door.
Demonstration video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAXaB5srdr8
That said, a certain member of my extended family managed to leave her car such that the open hatchback was in the way of the door closing, and forgot that the hatch was open when she closed the garage door -- the garage door pushed the car hatch down far enough to close fully, but the partially open hatch was still pressing against the inside of the garage-door, and when she attempted to open the garage door the hatchback edge caught on one of the hinges and stopped the door from opening more than about 10-inches.
Not remembering that there were 8 and 6 year old children next door, my octogenarian MIL lay on the ground and crawled into the garage via the 10 inch gap, and closed the boot-lid so that the door would open properly. After this, she had a contractor add a "person door" to the side of the garage.
I use the model that you’re talking about (GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/) and it works great, and a shout-out to their support team for owning up to a known defect in the first version that I got where it would beep and do everything as expected, but not actually open the garage. So, technically, I’d say 5 stars, though I’d have to knock it down to 4 stars only for the trouble of replacing the lemon unit with a working one.
Every now and then, the replacement unit does exhibit this problem of beeping and not doing anything when I ask it to, but that’s so few and far between, and works if I go after it for a second time, that I’d still recommend this to you.
I use this one. Works with the Ewelink app plus comes with the open and closed trigger. I have it set within Alexa on Geofence so when my wife or myself arrives home it opens garage. My daughter uses it within the app to open when she arrives home. I also have it set at a specific time to turn off power to garage so it can not be opened afterhours.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CWXC489/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_qYu1DbCBY8B2M
You can also try this. I have been looking at it, but have not used it.
http://www.amazon.com/Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Garage-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=pd_sim_hi_52?ie=UTF8&refRID=0PD4QQWQ1F30G2K0616A
Sorry I'll try to clear it up. This is the door sensor: http://www.gocontrol.com/detail.php?productId=14 it is a simple device that connects to my home automation system via z-wave. inside is a simple reed switch that is monitored for conductivity and usually latched on and off by a magnet mounted to a door or window.
The Channel 1&2 are outputs used for Arm and Disarm from the GDRR.
I'll be using it to trigger an my system to arm when latched and disarm when unlatched.
Everything is 12V and the relays draw less than 150 milliamps.
GDRR: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0071EYS9M/
Relays I have not purchased yet.
In summary my goal is to use my garage door opener in my vehicle to open and close a circuit to fool a sensor into thinking a door is open or closed to have it turn on other systems that enable my other sensors. I feel this would function in the real world but my concern is if I should use other components.
I spent some time researching this, and ended up getting a z-wave garage door opener off Amazon (this one). It works well, communicates over Z-wave and reaches through several walls to my Z-Wave light switches to join the Z-Wave mesh my SmartThings hub communicates with - With that said, I found out rather quickly afterward that Amazon purposely prevents Alexa from working with any type of smart door/locking mechanism, which made me sadface. I could probably still get it to work through Smart Things custom scripting editor, but honestly I'm fine just doing it through the ST app.
Verified purchase reviews on Amazon do not harken confidence in the product or the company.
I have the GoControl Z-Wave Controller and it works great with Smartthings.
I would get the hub earlier on since you want to monitor your washer/dryer, and if you have the hub you can buy devices that work with your hub so you can control everything from one spot.
The easiest solution for monitoring your washer/dryer are going to be z-wave devices. For the dryer, if it's electric, a sensor to detect vibration, or if it's gas, you can maybe get away with an outlet that detects current. For the washing machine, usually an outlet that detects current can work for you. It can be a bit tricky to get going though.
Skip the wemo plug and go with a z-wave plug. Any reason for the Lutron dimmers in specific?
For the bathroom fan, I use a z-wave smart switch. I don't have it tied to a humidity sensor, but I have it set (controlled by my hub) to turn off after 25 minutes, that way I don't have to worry about turning it off when I'm in a rush to leave for work. If I wanted to have it triggered by humidity levels or motion, or whatever all I need to do is add another z-wave device and I can make it happen.
The RainMachine seems cool, but pricey for an irrigation controller, no? I use the Orbit B-Hyve and it works great. I rarely ever interface with it honestly. I pull out my phone and run the zones occasionally to check that I don't have any broken heads, otherwise it just runs. It can be completely controlled from your phone, and can be controlled directly from the device as well. The other day I adjusted my schedule a little bit and increased the runtime on a few zones. Is your irrigation controller inside? If not, with the RainMachine you will also need to buy an enclosure to keep it weatherproof, whereas the B-Hyve is built into a weatherproof enclosure.
For garage door automation, there is a great z-wave option on the market. GD00Z-4 that will integrate into whatever hub you get.
Now as far as hubs go, I wouldn't go Wink personally. SmartThings is a bit annoying but it is the most used system on the market and there are some perks to that. You'll see recommendations for running Home Assistant, and that's a solution that requires some tinkering. HomeSeer is great, and if I started over completely I probably would have gone this route, but I have a bunch of zigbee devices, and the recommended way for using Zigbee with HomeSeer is to use another hub (Lightify Hub), and I don't really care for that solution. I'm using Hubitat now, it's an early product and I've had my frustrations with it but I like to tinker so it works for me.
Worth a shot. Those things do go bad from time to time. Replacement sensors are available.
> I'm in the country - not sure I'd do that in the city.
Here's what we do in the city:
https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-LiftMaster-Craftsman-940EV-Garage/dp/B004QM7O34. It's just a remote control with a keypad so installation is a 5-minute job.
Lacks the "secret passage" factor though.
Is the smart garage door opener you listed any different than buying an the smart upgrade kit for current openers?
Something like this?
https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-CIGCWC-Internet-Smartphone-Connectivity/dp/B00C1CF1S6/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1484141777&sr=8-5&keywords=myq
Check out iSmartGate it’s HomeKit enabled. Just check compatibility with your opener first.
This is the pro version that allows it to open 2 doors
ISMARTGATE PRO Garage (aka. New Gogogate2) - HomeKit, Google Assistant, Alexa and iFTTT Compatible Controller to remotely Open, Close and Monitor from Anywhere with Smartphone. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PZDKMZ9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_x8DjDbCJK1P70
This one allows one door
ISMARTGATE LITE Garage (aka. New Gogogate2) - HomeKit, Google Assistant, Alexa and iFTTT Compatible Controller to remotely Open, Close and Monitor from Anywhere with Smartphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PX311B3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_f9DjDb4AWF7MW
I have one of these for my garage door. Works well so far.
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07GGRCH23/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_az5kDb7J6C6MV
Is is this thing? http://www.northshorecommercialdoor.com/st30gadoopvi.html
It doesn't look very big. I'd probably just take the clip off and put it in my pocket (that's why I do with my garage remote, actually). If you want to go smaller, you could consider something like this.
Any programmable 300 MHz remote should work with the gate receiver. I'd find one with the same dip switch config as the remote you have. The switches are basically the "combination" that allows the remote to open the gate. Open old and new remotes, set the switches on the new remote to mimic the old one. Then the new remote should open the door.
i'd change the myq for the gocontrol linear https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469114577&sr=8-1&keywords=go+linear
We've had this issue about twice a year for the past 4 years. One part of the year in the morning, the other part at sunset. I've done the TP roll fix and it barely worked, most of the time it didn't. Liftmaster sells a kit for this that is essentially a custom cardboard shade, but it does work. I think I found mine on Amazon.
If the shade kit doesn't take care of it, then the sensors are weak and need to be replaced. I replaced the sensors on ours and have never had the sun issue since. If your door opener / sensors are older, I would go straight to replacing the sensors. I bought this kit for my Liftmaster door. It has everything you need to replace the sensors. https://smile.amazon.com/Chamberlain-LiftMaster-Craftsman-Replacement-G801CB-P/dp/B001JDG1KU/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=garage+door+sensor&qid=1566414013&s=gateway&sr=8-3
I replaced the sensors last May and the sun no longer interferes with them.
Yes. You need three things:
An Apple TV 4k, iPad, or HomePod
One of these:
MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener Chamberlain MYQ-G0301 - Wireless & Wi-Fi enabled Garage Hub with Smartphone Control https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H7Z5L8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FMbsDbWY8DV71
And either need to run homebridge 24x7 somewhere in your house on a computer, or get this:
LiftMaster MYQ 819LMB MyQ Home Bridge https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075RQVSY7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HObsDb3PB0G0S
From what I can tell reading up on the types that use 10-position switches and operate on 300mhz, you should be safe with pretty much any universal garage opener that:
Should be easy to find one on Amazon, or anywhere. I like the key-ring size ones. Roommate got one of these (except the version that works for our door) and it works great. It arrived with a dead battery though, so he ended up having to replace that, but even if that happens to you too it's still way less than the $50 your landlord wants for it.
From reading wikipedia about garage opener tech, the DIP switch types haven't really changed since the 90's. So there shouldn't be any surprises in the switch-containing types.
Edit: And yes, that's what you do. Copy the switch positions and it should just work. If it doesn't, double check that the switch positions (left vs. right, and up vs. down) are the same on the new remote. Could be the first digit is on the right instead of left, or that down means 'on' instead of 'off'.
By "GoControl," I think you mean this? GoControl sells several Z-Wave accessories that are actually just rebadges of Linear, not just the garage door openers. :)
I have two of those, those mine are the "Iris" branded ones from Lowes (again, same manufacturer - Linear). They look like this in the app. Tap the green icon, they open and the icon turns yellow. Tap the yellow icon, they close and turn green. They can be controlled by SmartThings monitoring, CoRE, etc. There's actually a "Door Opener" device type that they register as.
Does that answer your question?
So you're in a bit of trouble.
First things first, check the breaker to the garage to make sure that you have power. Cycle the breaker just in case since some don't show they are tripped very well.
If you have power, you're going to need to grab the manual release. Doing this from the inside is the easiest. You can break a window to get in if you have one. Grabbing it from the outside is possible but challenging. A locksmith may be able to help since they have tools to open car door locks that work well for 'picking' the door. Remember the point of the door is to protect what is in your garage so anything that allows you to easily open it defeats that.
Once you get it open, install one of these. It lets you use a key to remove the lock which exposes the cable to pull the release from the outside.
If you know you're going to go down that route, then you have another option. If you can see into the garage from a window, take note of where you can drill a hole in the center of the door towards one of the top panels without hitting anything. You can drill the hole and then use a coat hanger to grab the release. Install the release lock into the hole you made. If you're going to do that, download the installation instructions before you get the lock to make sure you're drilling a hole that you can use (right height, position in panel, size, etc).
I bought meross. Couldn't be happier. Frequently available as low as $38 on Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L5DPK8P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jsMmDbSQRT34A
If you want something to work with the Wink Hub, you can go with a GoControl Z-Wave Add-on. https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU You can add it to any garage door you'd like. I installed mine, using a SmartThings hub, and it seems to work pretty well.
I can't remember the name of the one I used, but I think it was this one. McLean VA Locksmith
1727 Cy Ct, Vienna, VA. One thing that helped immensely that I highly recommend is keypad locks. I first got one for my garage door and now I have one for the house door. https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-LiftMaster-Craftsman-940EV-P2-Compatible/dp/B004QM7O34 or https://www.homedepot.com/p/MiLocks-Keyless-Satin-Nickel-Entry-Door-Knob-TKK-02SN/300081947 . Sorry you are having a bad day.
All of the Top Customer Reviews on the Amazon product page are one star, with "DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY" as the central theme. Apparently this gimcrack isn't as "smart" as advertised.
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Something like this will work with older motors.
https://www.amazon.com/Garage-NXG-100-Remote-Compatible-Openers/dp/B01J8JI9HY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1542736625&sr=8-4&keywords=alexa+compatible+garage+door+opener
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I have a new motor, and it came with wifi and app access built in.
https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-B970-Smartphone-Controlled-Ultra-Quiet-Battery/dp/B075CQ86ZV/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1542736729&sr=1-4&keywords=garage+door+opener
GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qQH4BbHC7CQTS
I install one of these every week or so. They work really well for modern openers.
Amazon had the garage door sensor but its now unavailable, they are the only seller currently, but we will have it available on Amazon Prime in a couple weeks. We have a few units coming in today so once we get the listing complete, it will be available there in our store.
We will have the other items as well, we ordered yesterday but it may be a week or two for them to get in, Linear is pretty slow shipping.
SmartThings Version 3 Hub (I have the Version 2 Hub...you will have to look around for this one):
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-SmartThings-Generation-GP-U999SJVLGDA-Automation/dp/B07FJGGWJL/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1540989501&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=smartthings+hub+2nd+generation&psc=1
GE Z-Wave Plus On/Off Light Switch:
https://www.amazon.com/GE-Repeater-Required-Works-SmartThings-14291/dp/B01M1AHC3R/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1540989582&sr=8-3&keywords=z-wave+switch
GE Z-Wave Plus Dimmer Switch:
https://www.amazon.com/GE-Repeater-Required-Works-SmartThings-14291/dp/B07361Y54Z/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1540989582&sr=8-3&keywords=z-wave%2Bswitch&th=1
GE Add On Switch (if you have a 3-way or 4-way switch):
https://www.amazon.com/GE-Bluetooth-Wireless-STANDALONE-12723/dp/B00RKJS8MQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1540989718&sr=8-3&keywords=z-wave+add+on+switch
ZigBee Motion Sensors:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F8ZHBLS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
ZigBee Door Sensors:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F956F3B/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
ZigBee Leak Sensors:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F951JDP/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
ZigBee Outlet Plug (you will need to replicate your ZigBee mesh, I use to motion activate lamps, turn lamps on/off at sunset/sunrise, etc.):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F96JB63/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
Z-Wave Thermostat:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005EJ7YO2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
ZigBee RGB Landscape RGB LED Strips:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R1PB2ZY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
ZigBee RGB Lightbulbs:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073ZBYXKQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Z-Wave Deadbolt:
https://www.amazon.com/Kwikset-SmartCode-Electronic-SmartThings-featuring/dp/B004F1B24I/ref=sr_1_12?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1540990126&sr=1-12&keywords=z-wave+lock
Z-Wave Garage Door Opener:
https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1540990160&sr=1-4&keywords=z-wave+garage+door+opener
Sonos One Speakers (Great music, and talking through SmartThings):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074XN1LH3/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Amazon Echo Show (for Voice Control...an Echo Dot will work just fine too):
https://www.amazon.com/All-new-Echo-Show-2nd-Gen/dp/B077SXWSRP/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1540990254&sr=1-1&keywords=echo+show
That's about all I can think of at the moment.
If you are going to do this, do it in stages. Z-Wave and ZigBee are mesh networks...meaning that the reliability of the network gets much better the more devices you have. Also, with these mesh networks:
I see so many people complaining about how the Z-Wave or ZigBee devices don't work, when they are relying on too many battery operated devices.
For Z-Wave devices, choose Z-Wave Plus over Z-Wave...it's the newest standard, and has much better range.
In the US, Z-Wave operates in the 900 MHz spectrum and ZigBee in the 2.4 GHz spectrum. Personally, I "prefer" Z-Wave devices as there is a lot of "junk" in the 2.4 GHz spectrum right now. However, the ZigBee devices are operating reliably as I have a strong mesh setup (with non-battery operated devices).
Two great application for the Leak Sensors:
Great applications for door open/close sensors:
Great Application for Motion Sensors
The motion sensors I linked above are the new ones...the magnetically mount. What's cool is that the magnet is in the sensor, and it's strong enough to attach the sensor to a dry wall screw (no need to mount the adapter bracket).
I have the GoControl for my 2 garage doors. It works great and most importantly integrates with hubs and IFTTT (i prefer Stringify though). The MyQ does not release there API to work with other services from what I here. I use a Wink and story around the block is you can't even make Robots using the MyQ. However, 20 dollars is a steal esp. compared to 80.
Nexx Garage Door opener. Has support with GH...eg. setup up routine so I don't have to ask to talk to Nexx Garage. Also their customer support was top notch when I had a question about compatibility.
NEXX Garage NXG-100 Nxg Remote Compatible Door Openers-Control Using Smart Phone, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant Enabled Devices, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J8JI9HY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_htbJBb35YC8JN
Sorry for being so late, but if you have Z-Wave in your automation already, then Z-Wave garage door openers are under $100, like this one: https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491329589&sr=8-1&keywords=ZWave+garage+door+opener. Is the one I have, it has sensors that tell you if it is open or closed, and then you can use your phone (via z-wave controller) to close/open it. Works well for me. With my z-wave controller (Vera), I have it setup to notify me if I am not home and the door is opened, or left open.
There is also various WiFi options, which also allow you to control it, like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-MYQ-G0201-MyQ-Garage-Controls-Smartphone/dp/B00EAD65UW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1491329677&sr=8-1&keywords=wifi+garage+door+opener. No personal experience with those, but if they support your opener, are probably a good option.
If DIY is more your thing, a Arduino and a simple switch on the track somewhere would work for notifying if it is open.
My cheap/old garage door opener (Genie screw drive) has a bunch of exposed screw terminals for switches. One terminal opens/closes the door, one terminal toggles the light. They will work with any pushbutton switch, so anything that could drive a relay would work.
The door position sensors are just open/closed switches as well, so it would be really easy to wire it to anything that has a few i/o pins.
... so yeah anyway just get something like this and check the compatibility list:
http://www.amazon.com/Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Garage-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
No, they homelink buttons don't require a subscription. They are just part of a standardized RF control system in the car. They can be "taught" to control many things that operation on RF, but mostly people just use their garage door with them. They won't natively control anything smartthings though, although you could get something like this and use homelink to trigger dry contacts, which would trigger zwave or zigbee switches.
All good man. There is this also. GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FxyTzb8594QSS
Good luck either way
They sell a universal receiver made for gates that had dry contacts that you can tie into a custom setup. One sec for link
Edit: here ya go
LiftMaster 850LM Universal Gate and Garage Door Opener Receiver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0071EYS9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Rv2ZDbK8A8ZVP
Have you tried this one? You should be able to jump right from the switch even though they recommend from the opener itself.
meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener Remote, APP Control, Compatible with Alexa, ... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L5DPK8P/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_NooVDbXWPEKA7
Amazon has not allowed Alexa to open/close doors or to unlock doors due to safety and security concerns. There are some workarounds out there.
I use the linear zwave garage door opener:
https://amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
There is a custom device handler made for it on SmartThings that allows you to open and close it with alexa. However, I have tell alexa to turn it on (open) or off (close). It does not support Alexa telling me the status of the door. I still have to use the Smartthings app for that.
These are great EACHEN WiFi Wireless Inching Relay Monentary/Self-Locking Switch Module DIY Smart Home Remote Control DC 5-32V AC90-260V Ewelink App iOS/Andriod Compatible with Alexa Echo Google Home IFTTT (ST-DC1)
relay board with Wi-Fi
If you are a diyer you could use a nodemcu(ESP8266) https://smile.amazon.com/KeeYees-Internet-Development-Wireless-Compatible/dp/B07HF44GBT/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=nodemcu&qid=1575090035&s=electronics&sr=1-4
+ quad relay board(https://smile.amazon.com/Huayao-Channel-Optocoupler-Arduino-Raspberry/dp/B07DN8DTRW/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=3+channel+relay&qid=1575090005&s=electronics&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyNzVXTkU1VFE4MkZKJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjMzMDI3MVczRDJDUzk2NzQ2UiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNDEwODgzMkgySFREVTBEU0VRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==)
+ project box and some wires
Both the relays and the nodemcu power off 5v so you could just use a cell phone charging brick to power them. You could have it controlled via a lightweight webpage or you could just have the phone use REST API to send messages to trigger the open/closed/stop.
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EDIT: Or more simply, 3x https://smile.amazon.com/MHCOZY-Wireless-Switch-applied-control/dp/B0752P57ZG + ewelink app. Personally I am more of a fan of the DIY opinion as I like local control without phone home worries
If this is your model, look at the bottom of page 17. You can buy a rolling code receiver (like this)and connect in place of the wall mounted button. Get something that can have additional remotes added, and mount on to the wall if you need that convenience.
You could wire a smart opener in here too, or DIY something with a Arduino or similar and NO relay that closes for a few hundred milliseconds when triggered, which will operate the motor too.
Which MyQ system do you have?
Ceiling Mounted
or
Wall Panel
With the wall panel version you can set an auto-close timer right on the wall panel.
I had originally bought the ceiling mounted one myself but found it wasn't reliable and lacked this feature. I switched to the wall panel one and it works much more quickly and has the auto-close timer. Much easier to install as well. If you have the ceiling mounted one I would return it and switch if it isn't too late.
Hi Mike! There used to be a 3rd-party device handler for Chamberlain MyQ openers, but it seems that it has been discontinued: https://community.smartthings.com/t/discontinuation-of-myq-connect-community-smartapp/47183
Another option is to use the GoControl unit that connects to your existing garage door opener: https://smile.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU. It has native integration with ST as well as options for third party device handlers that extend the functionality. The price on Amazon is a bit high right now, but I've seen it around $65 in the past. If you're not in any hurry, use camelcamelcamel.com to track the Amazon price and notify you when it decreases or hits a target price you configure.
I can't help much with the camera portion of your question, but I'm interested to see what others have to say as well. This is something I'm still deciding on also.
Ahhhh, I see. So to integrate with Wink I would neither either this...
http://www.wink.com/products/chamberlain-myq-garage-door-controller/
Or one of these?
https://smile.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1479394170&sr=8-3&keywords=go+control
so a coded garage door (one that we can easily multi-program), plus specific keys for the actual apartment door-door.
that's kind of what i was thinking, i just want sure how to best do the garage door as an entrance.
probably easiest to do a key-chain garage door opener + key, like this
To add more detail to what u/mwwalk pointed out, you can install homebridge (https://github.com/nfarina/homebridge) on a raspberry pi and use the homebridge-chamberlain plugin (https://github.com/caseywebdev/homebridge-chamberlain#readme). This is a lower cost alternative to purchasing the MyQ Home Bridge ($97 on Amazon) but requires a level of comfort in using an rpi and linux command line.
Raspberry pi homebridge helps to add non-HomeKit accessories into HomeKit. At some point in the past, Chamberlain/LiftMaster did not have a HomeKit option.
My garage door opener setup is not exactly the same as yours... I have a non-WiFi Chamberlain but added a MyQ Smart Hub (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075H7Z5L8) purchased on discount for $20 to add in WiFi capability.
I've linked in my Ring cameras, Plex, and other stuff as well, so this approach with rpi homebridge was greater value for the time, money, effort.
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edit: fixed the link to the chamberlain plugin
Something like this is a lot cheaper and most people have their phone on them more often than they're in their car. You can still do geofencing.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PM59X4J/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I would prefer some Tuya (wi-fi) hardware, since I have others. In fact, I am in the process of buying two of the following for my garages. Could they also work with the gate? I could buy a third if necessary: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07GGRCH23
Yes. This one works fine.
I got the Linear Garage Door Opener.
Works well. Plugs in easily to existing garage door opener.
Be very careful with it though. I never include closing it in automations in fear of it closing down on a kid or pet.
It is also an IoT device that if hacked, it will allow bad guys to get in your garage.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01J8JI9HY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522175507&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=alexa+garage+door+opener&dpPl=1&dpID=4192Yxuv6SL&ref=plSrch
This seemed good to me. Haven’t installed it yet. Not enough time for my hobby projects unfortunately.
I'd think those would both work (haven't used them), but given Wink recognizes them as garage door openers they will limit operations that let you schedule/trigger door openings.
However, since you have a MyQ opener, I wouldn't get the Chamberlain controller you linked; that's to convert non MyQ doors to MyQ. Your current opener already has MyQ, so if you go the Chamberlain/Liftmaster route, just get the Internet gateway others have listed.
... nor the GoControl. Those both have the door sensor that detects if door it open or closed; your MyQ opener already has that intelligence.
If I wasn't clear (or confused you), the Liftmaster/Chamberlain Internet gateway WILL integrate with Wink; Chambrlain/Liftmaster and Wink just place restrictions on what you can do with it security-wise. I think Wink places those restrictions on most, if not all devices it recognizes as a door opener. Alexa does, at least.
The MIMOlite, I've heard, will get you around that, because Wink doesn't know what it's actually controlling.
... but the MIMOlite, alone, doesn't provide a sensor to tell you if the garage is currently open or closed. A ZWAVE sensor designed to detect angular changes, such as this, would work (but I don't know if that one is supported by Wink)
So you're saying if I buy the MyQ Garage Door Opener for my new house, I can return this?
This works amazingly well:
https://www.amazon.com/Garadget-Smart-Garage-Door-Controller/dp/B01KUZ2JPS
Garage door controller - works standalone and with most home automation controllers.
Most old openers have the option to wire a momentary push button on a wall, to open the door. You can parallel in a dry contact from a Wi-Fi IOT sensor like this: https://www.amazon.com/Channel-Inching-Self-locking-Wireless-Control/dp/B0752P57ZG/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1519067560&sr=8-4&keywords=Inching+smart+switch
Just add any tiny 5 VDC power brick for power and wire a dry contact across the push button contacts. Downside is this isn’t HomeKit.
Alternatively you could use a HomeKit plug like iDevices, iHome or Eve Energy. But you’d have to wire a 120 VAC relay to the plug and wire a dry relay contact across the momentary switch. Downside is this isn’t a momentary output (plug is On or Off), So in operation you’d have to give it an On and then an Off without any feedback on what happened. This is OK but not ideal. I’d add contacts or even a camera for open/close state confirmation.
I’m adding the first option to my home as a backup way to get into my garage. This winter I got locked out as front door latch froze up and I was on foot ( no opener). But it was a comedy of errors.
What about Meross?
https://www.amazon.com/meross-Smart-Control-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07L5DPK8P/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=meross&qid=1563418189&s=gateway&sprefix=mero&sr=8-4
My comment was really targeted toward OpenHAB. If you're running Wink, I think you'd be better off getting one of these GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener. Amazon reviews are pretty solid and Home Depot was selling them for use with Wink for a while. I believe it comes with a tilt sensor, which is probably easier to use than boogering a regular door sensor on like I did. Probably a solid bet. I would have bought one of these if OpenHAB supported the z-wave barrier class.
As far as the MIMOLite... I can't tell you for sure as I run OpenHAB, but it looks like it should work according to these links: post in reddit /r/homeautomation and Amazon review
I'm using a Go Control / Nortek Controls / Linear WADWAZ-1 to sense my garage door. I snagged one of the WNK01-21KIT kits from Home Depot on sale.
I've also got a Honeywell Ademco 958 overhead door contact on my other door that should work as the door contact listed in fortrezz's diagram linked in my previous comment, if you wanted to sort of wire it.
For Wink, by the time you buy both the mimolite and the door contact (wired or z-wave) you might as well just buy the go controls device and get the benefit of secured z-wave barrier class.
I bought and installed this for my dad. Highly recommend - you can view status and control door from your phone. Easy all around. I'm sure there are similar front door locks to do similar.
meross Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener Remote, APP Control, Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT, No Hub Needed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L5DPK8P/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_YuDxDb7RVMM2N
I looked into the GoCOntrol briefly and I'm not sure why I passed it by. I have other GoControl peripherals that I like. Is THIS what you are talking about, it is the same price as the Chamberlain setup.
Edit: I remember why i passed this up. I had read people were having issues with the sensor, it doesn't know that it is up or down just that the door moved so if for some reason the laser gets tripped you cannot tell that the door went back open during its attempt to close. This may be incorrect information, I'd love to hear your take. Also I bought the Chamberlain for myself, each of us has 1 large 2 car garage door.
https://www.amazon.com/meross-Smart-Control-Compatible-Assistant/dp/B07L5DPK8P
This was recomended above and I am thinking of getting it.
Wow thank you so much, this was very helpful. :)
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If i am understanding you correctly, this is the new diagram (https://imgur.com/a/Y6XohGa).
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One question I had was can I use the existing red and black lines to power both the original unit and the buck converter/bridge rectifier/wifi relay? Would i just cut off some of the plastic coatings of the black and red wires somewhere in the middle and wrap the other wires around the two?
My thinking is that this would effectively make two "ends" for the wires that i can use to power the existing circuit board and the buck converter/bridge rectifier/wifi relay.
This is the one I bought on prime day for $25, pretty awesome so far, you can even set schedules and alerts. App Pretty user friendly and it was easy to set up.
You haven't looked hard or deep enough then. This is absolutely a thing:
https://www.amazon.com/Chamberlain-7702CB-Quick-Release-Lock/dp/B00213KWAM
That's what they did on my own detached garage. Appears all over my state.
I went the upgrade route on my Chamberlain, I bought this to replace the wall unit opener in the garage: https://www.amazon.com/Liftmaster-Security-Control-Upgrades-Previous/dp/B00B8BFG0O
And this is the wired gateway required to interface with the network:https://www.amazon.com/LiftMaster-828LM-Internet-Gateway/dp/B005FT4N2M
Works perfectly with both Wink & Smartthings
ISmartgate lite
ISMARTGATE LITE Garage (aka. New Gogogate2) - HomeKit, Google Assistant, Alexa and iFTTT Compatible Controller to remotely Open, Close and Monitor from Anywhere with Smartphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PX311B3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.O-HDbGFVENY2
Vocolink plug
VOCOlinc Smart Plug, Wi-Fi Mini Outlet Socket, Works with HomeKit (iOS12 or +), Alexa & Google Assistant, Timer, No Hub Required, 15A 1800W, 2.4GHz, Smartbar (2 Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NJRS8TX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_t2-HDbQP800M4
I use the Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller with my SmartThings hub. Works perfectly.
Here's a well reviewed z-wave alternative.
You could look into a RaspberryPi and the Pi version of the HomeSeer controller software. If you have a little time the software plus a Pi only costs a little more than a SmartThings. Otherwise I use SmartThings and I have really liked it so far.
As far as switches if you do not mind mixing brands this is what I do. Anywhere I have a dimmer, a 3+ way switch, or have the need for scenes I use HomeSeer. If I just have a regular switch I don't need to do anything fancy with I use GoControl switches as they are a bit cheaper if you look at the other sellers.
For the garage I use GoGoGate because I wanted to ability to give others access. I have seen others on this sub use these GoControl Garage Openers with contact sensors to verify open/closed.
I would also look into doing fan control
Depending on the size of your house and how many switches you are replacing this could get you pretty close to your $1k budget. You may need to add cameras later on. Also in your future endeavors I would look into EcoBee/Nest for temperature control.
I also have the TP-link switches throughout the house and they don’t require a hub and work great with Alexa. For the garage I have this from Amazon. Works great with Alexa.
garage door
>https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752P57ZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Hyk1BbSPGZBWT
The whole web interface got scrapped because developer quit on me, it works but i wasnt happy the way it looked or the way it worked just in case heres the link:
Dashboard | GPIO Server
EDIT: They are private, when i get home i will make them public
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I also uploaded the code im currently using for Homebridge (Siri Video Intercom), Home Assistant (tablet mounted interface), Telegram (voice recording of visitor) for another reddit user here it is:
Smart Telegram Intercom
My first time actually sharing my code so just send me a DM if you need any explaining or help setting up
This is the one I'm looking at:
Tailwind iQ3 Smart WiFi Garage Door Opener - Internet Enabled Garage Door Remote Control Compatible With Your Smartphone, Alexa, and Google Home Assistant. No Hub Needed. Up to 3 Doors.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FVDCBFB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_MbS5BbNF04BS3
There aren't many reviews but the reviews that are there are really positive and informative.
>But if I did leave it open, it's not the kind of mistake one makes more than once
Sadly, not true. After never leaving a garage door open in my life, I moved into a new house and left the garage open three times in two weeks. Sigh.
I have a Z-Wave automation system, so I put an open/close tilt sensor on the door, and next step is a remote open/close control for the door.
MyQ is my preference for an opener since I have to replace my garage door opener anyway, but if your existing controller is not compatible with MyQ there is a third party device called NEXX Garage Door Opener which is a little more expensive but supposed to be compatible with most openers.
Looks like it dropped to $80
MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener Chamberlain MYQ-G0301 - Wireless & Wi-Fi enabled Garage Hub with Smartphone Control
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H7Z5L8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_kia2BbS5X0XZ8
Never done it, but all you would need is a compatible garage door/gate receiver, something link this https://www.amazon.com/LiftMaster-850LM-Universal-Garage-Receiver/dp/B0071EYS9M
Would use that to trigger what every automation you wanted, depending on your automation controller, of course.
Is there usually any soldering required? I'm completely ignorant on stuff like this. It doesn't appear to be needed. Also need to purchase a power adapter. This is what I'm looking at:
http://www.amazon.com/Liftmaster-Universal-Garage-Opener-Receiver/dp/B0071EYS9M#Ask
Liftmaster internet gateway (for newer liftmaster openers)
MyQ MYQ-G0301 for just about anything else
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If you can't get the app to work, buy this and install it next to the garage door.
Chamberlain / LiftMaster / Craftsman 940EV-P2 Garage Door Opener Keyless Entry Keypad, Security +2.0 Compatible https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004QM7O34
Is this the same as the Liftmaster 828LM? I have a Liftmaster 8500 opener and their Internet gateway looks exactly the same. Can someone confirm?
828LM LiftMaster Internet Gateway https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005FT4N2M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_igkbzb4RDP38B
I have had this one for a fee months now and it works with SmatThings, but not Alexa for now. It works really well and can hookup to just about any garage door opener.
GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_b0G7ybRFZ6B0X
Had the same unit and same problem. We had a garage door guy out and he replaced the signal receiver with something like [this.] (http://www.amazon.com/Liftmaster-Universal-Garage-Opener-Receiver/dp/B0071EYS9M/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1418933490&sr=1-1&keywords=garage+door+reciever) It only cost around $100 installed, but if your handy it looked pretty simple. Good luck
I have one of these that can handle "inching" and check it with my Wyze camera. Semi redneck engineered, but I can check if we forgot the door or the kids left it open. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752P57ZG/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_i_U3oQDb8CAV7YV
Ok cool, so there really isn't anything out there that I was missing. Something like this should work, too, right?
MHCOZY WiFi Wireless Smart Switch Relay Module for Smart Home 5V 5V/12V https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0752P57ZG/
I would have to use the eWeLink app on my phone and IFTTT to make things talk to one another. I wish there was a Smart Life (Tuya) dry contact sensor or switch to use. I already have a bunch of their smart plugs and would have rather used the same Smart Life app that I am used to.
They had them on sale at walmart, Amazon & Best Buy this week for $30 and we picked one up for a friend of mine and worked instantly.... maybe its a faulty device.
https://www.amazon.com/Smart-Garage-Opener-Chamberlain-MYQ-G0301/dp/B075H7Z5L8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3PYXX79JVZY06&
I have 4 of these and recommend them: NEXX Garage NXG-100b Smart WiFi Remotely Control Existing Garage Opener with App, Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, No Hub Required, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H57NPRV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_aeAVDbYW2HPH6
You wire them to the two wires and they can tell if the door is open or closed if you install the included sensor.
I bought a NEXX Garage door opener and it works both with google home and nest via IFTTT. NO monthly fees and it was worked flawlessly since I installed it. Took me about 30 mins to install. It even has a safety pin that google home needs to open so if I leave a window open someone can’t tell “hey google open the garage”.
NEXX Garage NXG-100 Nxg Remote Compatible Door Openers-Control Using Smart Phone, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant Enabled Devices, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01J8JI9HY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5AaPAb9TKX3W7
SmartThings then something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
Depending on how handy you are with things, you can also semi-roll-your-own with one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/MIMOLite-Z-wave-Multi-Input-Output-Contact/dp/B00B6RZ7MM
Over on the smarttthings community there are several threads where people set this up (search MimoLite)
You can also use any zwave relay. Lots of good info on this over at SmartThings Community.
Once you have it working in the SmartThings, if it doesn't already appear as a switch to Google Home, you can make a virtual switch and then have a smartapp activate the door when the switch is pressed.
Personally, I made my own using an Arduino, a relay board, and a SmartThings "ThingShield" for arduinos. This was years ago before many ready-made z-wave options existed.
You can use Nexx Garage but you have to ask Google, "Ask Nexx Home to open [name of garage]." I just set-up a routine to ask that when I ask open my garage door.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H57NPRV/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_coz3DbQV4YWTS
If you use the meross one you have to tell it your pin number to open. I have both installed and Nexx is by far better for my use case.
Meross garage door opener
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L5DPK8P/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_CVe2Db0HKQ8AK
I bought the MyQ on prime day this year, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H7Z5L8, It works as expected but it doesn't integrate with nest, It does with Google but you can only open it through the app not voice command, you can close it with a voice command though.
M using this. It’s very simple to setup.
MyQ Smart Garage Door Opener Chamberlain MYQ-G0301 - Wireless & Wi-Fi enabled Garage Hub with Smartphone Control https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075H7Z5L8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_PbDSDb4K2K0JZ
Look at this, I just got one for my old genie garage door and it now is an app enabled garage door that I can open from anywhere with my phone, super easy install (30 min). Refoss
"Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener, APP Control, Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, No Hub Needed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PM59X4J/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_MozUDb30TTY6M"
OK so my favorite accessory is, by far, the garage door opener and sensor system. It closes my door automatically at night if I forget and leave it open, and sends me notifications when it's left open during the day. Plus as I have the lights controlled, it turns on my main garage lights when I come home at night. https://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
Secondly, I know it's not a switch but I also love the Schlage connect lock. This was the first "smart" device I ever got, well before I had Wink. It's amazing as with remote start cars, and this, I now never have to touch my keys, and it works great for letting people in with temporary codes when you're on vacation. Plus when I go for a run I don't have to carry my keys. It integrates fantastically with Wink letting you set codes, lock door, change settings, etc. I actually only bought the Wink hub because of it since I wanted an easier way to program/control it (well, that and the fact that when Quirky went under Meijer was selling the hub for $5 and the controlled power strips for $10. No lie.) https://www.amazon.com/Schlage-Connect-BE469NX-Touchscreen-Deadbolt/dp/B00AGK9KOG/ref=sr_1_2?s=hardware&ie=UTF8&qid=1479481619&sr=1-2&keywords=schlage+keyless+lock
As for switches, I tend to prefer the Leviton ones as they are the cleanest looking, don't have obnoxious lights (like the GE ones) and are reasonably priced. I only have one Caseta switch, and while it works fine, I just don't know that I care for the style. (On a side note, the Caseta remotes can work for any Wink device if you set up shortcuts for the various buttons). The annoying thing with the GE switches is that you have to push up to turn it on and down to turn it off. While I know that sounds like a silly complaint since physical switches work that way, it's something you have to think about since it doesn't stay up or down, and instead is always in the middle. I have the same complaint with the separate buttons on the Caseta switches. This is another reason why I like the Leviton ones. Only one button which simply toggles the state.
Finally, all the Z-Wave switches work independently of the hub and will ALWAYS respond to your physical commands immediately, regardless of hub or no hub. They are always a physical switch first and remote second.
Updating my own post because I think I figured out a way.
They make garage door universal receivers (intended for driveway gates), which are basically N.O. relays that work with garage door openers. Example I can then connect that relay to a Z-Wave switch module, such as this, and that will allow the garage door relays to communicate via Z-wave with my home automation system. I haven't tried it yet, but seems feasible.
It's a safety sensor for an automatic garage door opener. Similar to, if not exactly, this one.
I was really surprised there were as cheap as they are, but internet-enabling my garage door opener only required a ~85 dollar kit. Seems to work with tons of models, since Chamberlain seems to be the parent brand to a bunch of them.
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I purchased a garage door kit that connects to my android and my wifes iphone.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C1CF1S6/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It works out pretty well but does seem a bit stalkerish because i can see when she gets home.
This doesn't help with your question but, if this thing goes on sale this week (Amazon Prime Days), then replace the MYQ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L5DPK8P
The idea that Chamberlain will charge to use something free like IFTTT is just ridiculous.
I did some home automation last year using a Wink Hub2 and bought $45 Z-Wave controllers for my garage doors that include tilt sensors so can tell if the garage door is open and get alerts. Plus it lets you control the garage door (and anything else connected to your Wink Hub) from your phone any place you have an internet connection.
Homelink on the car does better geofencing and the Wink will not auto open the garage doors for "security" reasons so they work really well together.
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I use this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0752P57ZG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and it has worked amazing with my garage door and google/alexa and its only 13 dollars
Bought a new smart garage door opener for about ten bucks, sold it for $60 on ebay. About $30 profit.
I originally was going to use it for myself, but I needs some sort of central hub that I don't have and didn't want to pay for. I would've listed it for $80 but it was missing the tilt sensor (I bought it at an overstock auction - I guess it must've been a return).
Do you know how to tell which devices are compatible with this firmware? I have one of these, I'd like to get native compatibility with:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0752P57ZG
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You can buy the GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener
Those are compatible with Abode system. I bought one, integrated it with my Abode and now it can control my Liftmaster. It's been working great, I set up automatically closing after a few minutes and when alarm mode is changed to Home or Away.
There are some reviews saying that this controller only works for about a year and then quits, so I'd recommend buying the extra warranty (it was $10 bucks for 3 years on Amazon).
I use Nexx Garage door opener. You command would be, "Alexa, Ask Nexx Garage to open door one." Alexa would ask you for your 4-digit PIN, to which you respond and then the door opens. You can set a virtual proximity fence that allows the door to open upon your arrival. It will alert you if your phone is away from the home for longer than a certain period of time and the door's still open. At that point you can just tap the button to shut the door. I'm happy with it because I rarely use the voice-activated function. I was more concerned with being able to remotely close it and being able to see the status. The proximity open was just a bonus. It always feels cool to come home.
Meross Smart Wifi Adapter https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B07L5DPK8P/ is a whole lot better than Myq g0301. It's currently $20 OFF applied at checkout too, so it's $30 total with Prime. Scroll down to the bottom of this article for the comparison why you shouldn't use Chamberlain, mostly because of the multiple hoops and delays the signal has to jump through.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PV84NCR
Install by tapping in to the wires going to your PC switch. Set for momentary, download the app and your all set. FYI, you use the app to configure it, but you can use a smart speaker to control after it's configured. You can also turn it off and on via voice if you have a smart speaker like an Echo. BTW, when you activate it, if the PC is already on it will turn it off. For just a phone without a smart speaker, just search for wake on lan.
You can open and close the door with your voice right now. Here's my review I posted on Amazon (other reviews):
It works, so I give it 3 stars. But it’s got a lot of problems.
The iOS app is quirky so anything other than opening and closing the door is weird and confusing to figure out. Giving my wife access to controlling the doors with her app requires figuring out totally undiscoverable UI. And it doesn’t look like iOS or Android so I don’t know what they’re going for design-wise. Fortunately, the Google Home integration is pretty good so I don’t use the app much. I can open a door by asking Google Home to do it while I’m walking through the kitchen and out to the garage and it’s open by the time I need to drive away.
The Apple Watch app doesn’t work at all. It always says it is “authorizing” but never gets authorized. They call it a “Beta” so maybe they’ll get it working eventually but it’s been this way for a year or longer.
The magnet and sensor have awkward designs and need to be so close to each other it’s difficult to mount them without the garage door breaking them. On one door I could mount them on the vertical side of the door so the magnet slides into place next to the sensor so there’s no risk of them hitting each other. But I had to mount them on the top of my other door and the angle the door comes down makes the clearance very tight and one open/close too many and they hit each other and snapped the sensor off. I broke 3 of the 4 pieces on the 2 Nexx Garage kits and had to mount them in a makeshift way with strong (3M VHB) adhesive tape and will probably be remounting them every 6 months as the adhesive wears out. It’s good that they fail safe – it makes you think the door is open when it’s not rather than the other way around.
They give you only enough wire for a straight line connection between the sensor mount location and the opener. I couldn’t do a straight line on one of my doors so I had to splice in wire to lengthen it. Wire is cheap, they should provide a longer length.
The double-sided tape on the unit for attaching it to the opener is weak and in just a few weeks one of mine came off and was dangling by the wires. More tape to the rescue.
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Here's one http://m.smarthomedb.com/product/ecolink-garage-door-tilt-sensor/p372
Also this zwave garage door opener works with wink GoControl/Linear GD00Z-4 Z-Wave Garage Door Opener Remote Controller, Small, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_CeaEybE8ENTP1
I used one of these before I got a MyQ garage door opener. Works great with Wink and Alexa.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M75TEIU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_qa7Jwhq518Pgd
As far as light bulbs, there are lots of places to start. If you want to replace bulbs themselves, look at LIFX or Hue. They both offer either color or white bulbs and an API that lets you dim/adjust color/etc via your phone.
Alternatively you can replace your light switches with ZWave switches (about $40ea) that you can hook to a ZWave controller (ZWave is a wireless protocol that a lot of HA devices use. Zigbee is another).
As far as a ZWave controller, I still personally like SmartThings ... although there are other options. OpenHAB+Aeon ZWave USB stick is more of a 'roll your own' setup. Wink, Abode, and Vera are other options.
As for your garage, once you have SmartThings or another option listed above, this will do the rest of the work for you:
http://www.amazon.com/GoControl-Linear-GD00Z-4-Z-Wave-Controller/dp/B00M75TEIU
For #3, Sonos is the most expensive but best option.
For #5, You can go Nest, Ecobee, or a number of the great ZWave thermostats if you have a Zwave controller.
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