merossSmart Garage Door Opener Remote, Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, Multiple Notification Modes, No Hub Needed,White

I recently installed the Meross Smart Garage Door Opener Remote, and it has completely transformed the way I manage my garage. The setup was straightforward, with clear instructions that made installation a breeze. Within minutes, I had it connected to my Wi-Fi and integrated with Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing me to control my garage door with simple voice commands.One of the standout features is the multiple notification modes—I receive alerts if my garage door is left open, giving me peace of mind whether I’m at home or away. The Meross app is intuitive, providing real-time status updates and allowing me to schedule automatic closures for added security.The reliability and responsiveness of this device are impressive. Whether I’m using the app or voice commands, the garage door opens and closes smoothly and efficiently. Plus, the fact that it doesn’t require a hub makes it even more convenient.For anyone looking to upgrade their garage with smart functionality, this opener is a fantastic choice. It’s affordable, easy to use, and packed with features that make daily life more convenient. Highly recommended!

Likes:+ Wonderful value, as other solutions cost MUCH more.+ HomeKit provides garage door status right on your apple utility screen, which is awesome if you are away or going to bed and worried about the door being closed.+ Easy Setup in Apple HomeKit by scanning a QR code+ Nice long cable for door closure sensor+ Is compatible with a ton of garage door openers.+ Don't need to use the app to operate, if added to HomeKitDislikes:- Would be nice to have a long wire for the opener circuit- Door sensor is hard to place (at least for my door opener)- Would be nice if the module had some screw-down capabilityFirstly, this thing is just great and installing it was really easy. My wife especially likes being able to open/close the garage door from her Apple Watch and get status at a glance.I did have a minor installation issue, however, but it's not really a fault of the product. My garage door is the type that has a wire rope running down each side with a spring-loaded torsion bar across the top. Initially, I tried to place the door closure sensor (magnetic) on the side of the door, but it just hit the cable when opening the door. I then tried to place it on the door next to the track, but the stationary (wired) part of the sensor just got run-over by the track wheels.Placing the sensor on TOP of the door, however, worked great. I was able to drill some pilot holes and use sheet metal screws to keep the moving portion fixed to the door while some wood screws affixed the stationary portion to the frame on the garage. Routing the cable up and over the torsion bar kept it safely out of the way from any moving parts. This is by far the easiest configuration for the sensor.As for the opener, I wanted to have it on the wall where it would be serviceable as opposed to overhead on the belt-driven opener, as the instructions suggest. To do this, I was able to use a light-gauge extension wire (twisted pair) and tap into the garage door opener button already mounted to the wall. Since it's just a two-wire system and shorting the circuit opens/closes the door, it seems you can extend it 20' or more without any issue. It would be nice if an extension wire were included, as this type of install seems nice.Regarding mounting the unit, it comes with double-sided tape but it would be nice to have some holes for wall-mounting, as I chose to do. It's pretty lightweight, however, so even some screw-down zip-ties could do the job.All said, I love this thing and will update the review if anything goes wrong!

Device installation was straightforward and instructions sufficient; although, I wonder why it couldn't be connected near the existing hard-wired opener switch. It seems that would avoid the need to use a ladder. Wifi connectivity was easy. I already had an extender in my garage so I have a strong signal. Setting up Alexa was a little more challenging. It seems to matter with Alexa that the app be running on your phone before you ask her to operate the door. In my Alexa-enabled truck, it seems more predictable. Alexa requires a 4-digit verbal code when opening. I can open the garage door hands-free while entering my driveway. Using Google is more confusing. "Hey Google. Open garage door." brings a response that it can't perform a task that requires a pin and tells me to use Google Home app, instead. That makes it much less useful when driving your vehicle into the driveway and wanting the garage door opened. This is not a comment on Meross, but rather the Google app. People smarter than I can probably figure out how to make Google open the door hands-free. For installation, you will need insulated staples and/or wire ties to keep the sensor wire secure.