YoLinkLoRa Smart Outdoor Contact Sensor & SpeakerHub Starter Kit: SpeakerHub Audio hub, (2) Gate & Shed Door Sensors, Email/SMS/Push Alerts, 1/4 Mile Open Air Range, Alexa, IFTTT, Home Assistant

Setting up this SmartHub with door sensors was a breeze! Within just 15 minutes, I had the basic functionality up and running smoothly. It's fantastic how it notifies me whenever a door is opened or closed, or if one has been left open accidentally. I haven't yet explored the more advanced features or connected it with smart home systems, but I'm excited to delve into those capabilities soon. This product has already proven to be a valuable addition to my home security setup, and I look forward to unlocking its full potential!

I purchased this equipment to replace a mailbox sensor from another vendor which didn't work reliably over a distance of approximately 100 feet. The only obstruction was one pane of glass. The YoLink sensor and hub mounted in the same locations work flawlessly and during testing connected over significantly longer distances, even with the hub located inside an interior equipment closet with no line of sight to the sensor.Setup was straight-forward using the YoLink app on my Android phone. The app provides local alerts through the speaker on the Hub. The app also includes links to "Third-Party Services" including Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT. I used the Alexa integration to configure my system so that when the mailbox is opened Alexa announces that "Mail has arrived". The Alexa integration also communicates with a TP-Link smart bulb in my kitchen which turns on to provide a visual indication when the mailbox has been opened. After I retrieve the mail, I can say "Alexa turn mailbox light off" and the alert light turns off.While I was setting up the system I posted a question on YoSmart's support web site about integrating the "Open Reminder" feature of the sensor with Alexa. I received a detailed response from Eric at YoSmart within less than a day. He suggested a solution that I had not considered which addressed my need. I had additional follow-up questions which he responded to within hours. Truly exceptional support!Based on my initial experience with the YoLink contact switches and SpeakerHub I plan to purchase additional YoLink devices to extend my home automation.

Long distance and obstructions do not hurt the signal. I'm a ways from my mailbox and the mailbox is brick construction. It's small enough to tuck out of the way and barely noticeable. Works excellent. The app allows you to use custom voice alerts or sounds you load. Highly versatile. I also placed one on my side gate to the house. Waterproof unit gives you peace of mind. I would highly recommend adding this to any home automation.

Installed the IOS app. Installed the hub. Installed the sensor. Now I know when someone opens/closes my mailbox that is at the end of a 500 foot winding driveway on the side of the highway and blocked from view by a forest. The whole process took less than 10 minutes. (Tip: don't drop the little screws in the gravel on the side of the road).

This was my first foray into Yolink devices. We have a driveway gate that is not visible from the house and that sometimes gets stuck in the open position. This sensor was easy to install with zip ties and works flawlessly. We programmed it to announce, via the speaker hub, whenever the gate is being opened or closed, and, most importantly, if the gate doesn't close automatically within 2 minutes of opening, the hub announces "Gate did not close properly". We can then troubleshoot the problem rather than inadvertently leaving the gate open all night. No more deer sneaking in to eat all the roses!