How to Connect Aqara Zigbee/Thread dual-protocol Devices to Google Home
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This third-party platform connection guide uses the Presence Multi-Sensor FP300 as an example. Other Aqara Matter devices can also be connected by following this guide. If you have any questions or encounter any issues that you are unable to resolve during the process, please contact the relevant customer service team for assistance.
1. Matter over Bridge
1.1 Prerequisites
● FP300 is in Zigbee mode
● The user owns an Aqara Matter Hub (recommended: Aqara Hub M3)
● Aqara Home App installed and the user is signed in
● The Aqara Matter Hub's initial setup is completed (powered on, network connected, added to the Aqara App)
1.2 Connect the FP300 to the Aqara Matter Hub via Zigbee
Steps
1. Ensure FP300 is in Zigbee mode
● If currently in Thread, switch to Zigbee mode first.
● After switching, the FP300 will automatically enter Zigbee pairing mode (LED alternates flashing blue and purple).
2. Open the Aqara Home App
● Tap "+" > "Add Device".
● Select the "Sensor" category, find and tap "FP300".
3. Select a Hub
● Choose an Aqara Matter hub to add the FP300 to.
● Confirm the Hub is online and on the same network as your phone and the device.
4. Pair device
● The app will show "Searching for device..."
● With the FP300 in Zigbee pairing mode, it is usually discovered within seconds.
● If not discovered automatically, long-press the FP300 reset button for 3 seconds to re-enter pairing mode.
5. Complete Zigbee Pairing
● Once discovered, the app will take you through the steps to complete the pairing.
● Name the device and select the room.
● The FP300 is now connected to Aqara Hub M3 via Zigbee.
6. Unlock advanced features
● Open the FP300 device page in the Aqara App to see four sensor cards:
○ Presence / Motion Detection
○ Temperature
○ Humidity
○ Light
● Configurable options include:
○ Detection Mode (PIR priority / Radar priority / Dual-mode linkage)
○ Detection Sensitivity (multi-level adjustable)
○ Detection Range (distance adjustment)
○ Absence Confirmation Period
○ Individual sensor toggles (disable unused sensors to save power)
○ AI Spatial Learning (AI room scanning to reduce false triggers)
○ Sampling and reporting frequency
1.3 Bridge the Aqara Hub to Google Home
After the FP300 is connected to an Aqara Matter hub via Zigbee, you can to pair The Hub as a Matter Bridge in each target platform. Once paired, the Hub will automatically expose its Zigbee devices that support Matter Bridging (including the FP300) to that platform.
Prerequisites
● Android 8.1+ or iOS 16.5+
● Google Home App installed
● Nest Hub (2nd gen) / Nest Wi-Fi Pro or similar Thread Border Router
Aqara Matter Hub and FP300 paired together in Zigbee mode
Pairing Steps
1. Obtain Matter pairing code from the Hub
● In the Aqara Home App, go to the Hub's Settings > Matter, generate a pairing code.
2. Open Google Home App
● Tap "Devices" > "+ Add" > "New device" > "Matter-enabled device".
3. Scan the Hub's QR code
● Scan the Hub's Matter QR code.
● Or select manual pairing code entry.
4. Complete pairing
● Select the home, confirm your Google account.
● Wait for Hub to connect to the Thread network.
● Name the Hub and select the room.
5. View bridged devices
● After the Hub pairing succeeds, the FP300 automatically appears in the Google Home device list.
● View occupancy status, temperature, humidity, and light data on the device page.
● Can be used in Google Home Routines and automation.
2. Matter Direct Connection (Matter over Thread)
It is recommended to first connect the device to the Aqara Home App via Thread for the initial setup. Then, on the device page in the Aqara Home App, go to “Third-Party Matter Ecosystems” to obtain the Matter pairing code. Use this code to add the device to a third-party Matter platform to have access to all Aqara features.
If the device is added directly to a third-party Matter platform by scanning the Matter code on the device itself, without first configuring it in the Aqara Home App, only basic functions will be available.
Preparation Steps
● Open the Aqara Home App
● Enter the Device settings page.
● Find the "Matter" option.
● Tap to generate a Matter pairing code.
Prerequisites
● Android phone running Android 8.1 or later, or iPhone running iOS 16.5+
● Google Home App installed and signed in to Google account
● Nest Hub (2nd gen), Nest Wi-Fi Pro, Nest Hub Max, or compatible Thread Border Router configured in the home
● Google Play Services updated to latest version (Android)
Pairing Steps
1. Open Google Home App
● After powering on, the Google Home App usually auto-detects the device and shows a "Matter device found" notification. Tap "Set up".
● If the notification does not appear, tap the "Devices" tab > "+ Add" > "New device" > "Matter-enabled device".
2. Scan pairing code
● Use the camera to scan the Matter pairing code from Aqara Home App.
● If scanning fails, tap "Try Numeric Code Instead" and manually enter the 11-digit pairing code.
3. Select home and network
● Choose the Home to add the device to.
● Confirm your Google account and Thread Border Router information.
● Tap "Agree" to connect the device.
4. Complete setup
● Wait for the device to connect to the Thread network (approx. 30-60 seconds).
● Name the device and select the room.
● Choose whether to share this device with other household members.
5. Verify device
● In the Google Home App device list, the FP300 appears as a presence sensor.
● Tap to view sensor data: occupancy status, temperature, humidity, and light levels.
● Can be used in Google Home Household Routines automation.
Notes
● Google Home consolidates all sensors into a single device tile; tap to expand and view individual sensor values.
● Ensure Nest Hub and other Border Routers are connected to the same 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network (or the same network as your phone).
The End
If you do not have an Aqara Hub, you can scan the Matter code on the device itself to add it directly to a third-party Matter hub. However, only basic functions will be available.