Hi all
I’ve currently got two doors controlled by NECO controllers, specifically these:
www.britaliadoors.co.uk
I’m looking at options to replace it with something ‘smarter’ or add smart functionality to this controller.
Even if I stick with the NECO units, I’m looking to replace at least one controller as it’s a bit flakey sometimes (just doesn’t respond to the remotes, turn or off and on or come back 10 mins later it works fine). The remotes are not very good quality either.
I’m about to order my 3rd set in 5 years because either the open or the close button has stopped working. For one door I am using one remote for open and another for close, as I don’t have two remotes with all working buttons!
In any case, this seems to be one of those areas where there is a general lack of documentation for products and frankly the products haven’t moved on since the 90’s.
So my general requirements are:
Reliable
Good quality remotes
Internet connected ‘smart’ functionality, ideally with local control via home assistant.
It’s the last part which seems to be tripping me up.
NECO controllers have a Tuya smart controller which you can add on that seems to integrate with my existing units and there is a Tuya integration for home assistant. This is probably the cheapest option.
www.garagedoorpartsuk.co.uk
The other option seems to be using a Meross smart controller and a compatible door controller. This one will cover both doors:
www.meross.com
Any recommendations from the OCUK hive mind?
I’ve currently got two doors controlled by NECO controllers, specifically these:
NECO Garage Remote Control | Britalia Door Products Ltd | Suppliers of NECO Products
NECO Garage Remote Control | Britalia Door Products Ltd | Suppliers of NECO Products Britalia are European market leaders in the manufacture and distribution of Motors, Remote Controls, Industrial Shutters and Doors and Accessories.
www.britaliadoors.co.uk
I’m looking at options to replace it with something ‘smarter’ or add smart functionality to this controller.
Even if I stick with the NECO units, I’m looking to replace at least one controller as it’s a bit flakey sometimes (just doesn’t respond to the remotes, turn or off and on or come back 10 mins later it works fine). The remotes are not very good quality either.
I’m about to order my 3rd set in 5 years because either the open or the close button has stopped working. For one door I am using one remote for open and another for close, as I don’t have two remotes with all working buttons!
In any case, this seems to be one of those areas where there is a general lack of documentation for products and frankly the products haven’t moved on since the 90’s.
So my general requirements are:
Reliable
Good quality remotes
Internet connected ‘smart’ functionality, ideally with local control via home assistant.
It’s the last part which seems to be tripping me up.
NECO controllers have a Tuya smart controller which you can add on that seems to integrate with my existing units and there is a Tuya integration for home assistant. This is probably the cheapest option.
NECO Smart WiFi Switch for Roller Shutter Door Control Units - Alexa Compatible
NECO Smart WiFi Switch for Roller Shutter Door Control Units - Alexa Compatible - NECO Genuine Smart WiFi SwitchFits into all current Neco roller shutter control units apart from Neco Eco mini units.
www.garagedoorpartsuk.co.uk
The other option seems to be using a Meross smart controller and a compatible door controller. This one will cover both doors:
HomeKit Garage Door Opener - Meross Smart Home HomeKit Devices MSG200
Meross HomeKit garage door opener compatible with over 200 brands and 1600 different models. Supported by the latest garage opener models as well as the old garage openers produced in the 1990s.
www.meross.com
Any recommendations from the OCUK hive mind?
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