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Review on 🏠 HOOBS All In One Box: The Ultimate Home Automation Hub & Wifi Extender by Mike Krzywicki

Revainrating 5 out of 5

super solution! - Hubs & Controllers

Can be tricky because there is an issue that WiFi cannot be turned off if you later decide to set up Ethernet instead. I ended up leaving mine on WIFI. There is no longer a QR code for the "box" itself. This confused me a bit at first because outdated YouTube videos said otherwise. QR codes are now (v 4) shipped with every plugin. I use TP Link for bulbs and switches, a Harmony hub, an Orbit lawn sprinkler system, and a Nest thermostat. Pretty simple, but you need to add information about some plugins. I'm not a computer genius, but I'm pretty good at navigating. In general, it's worth it. It might just take a little patience. I ended up wasting many unnecessary hours due to the above issues. I also didn't have good WiFi during installation, which caused devices to be a little slower to respond after installing plugins. I've since added TP Link Deco Mesh to my small home and everything has worked flawlessly. I really love this device.

Pros
  • SMALL BUT POWERFUL: The smallest smart home server ever! Our smart plug fits in your pocket and works locally on your Wi-Fi router for maximum connectivity and versatility around the home. Encrypted and optimized with military-grade encryption, our HOOBS Homekit simplifies home or office accessories. We recommend leaving it plugged in for best results, but we guarantee our Wifi Extender home automation system is powerful and versatile.
Cons
  • So far so good