Baie Smart guides.
Plain-English answers to the questions worth asking.
THE BASICS
Wi-Fi, Zigbee or Matter?
Three names you’ll see everywhere. Here’s what they mean for your home.
Read the guideGETTING STARTEDDo I need a smart-home hub?
The one question to answer before buying a Zigbee sensor.
Read the guideSMART ENERGYA smarter geyser, without the guesswork
Schedules are useful. Correct equipment and installation come first.
Read the guideGATES & GARAGESWhat is a dry-contact relay?
A relay that behaves like a button, when the controller supports it.
Read the guideSMART LIGHTINGWhat does “no neutral” mean?
The wiring in your switch box determines your options.
Read the guideADVANCEDGetting started with Home Assistant
Build around documented integrations and compatible hardware.
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