Best Smart Home Temperature Sensors for Home Assistant

I test and compare 13 different types of temperature sensors for Home Assistant that I actually use in my smart home. I’ll cover the features, test results, and my final thoughts.

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Zooz ZSE44 Temperature Humidity XS Sensor
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Aeotec SmartThings Multipurpose Sensor
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Hi, I'm Michael Leen. I'm a tech product manager and a YouTube creator. I have worked in big tech and smart home, and am a lifelong tech enthusiast. I produce YouTube content showing how tech can make you more productive – saving you time and money, and making your home more comfortable and secure.

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📘 CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
02:04 - Testing methodology
03:14 - Temperature sensor lineup
12:05 - Indoor test
13:14 - Freezer test
15:33 - Outdoor test
16:47 - Final thoughts
18:22 - Outtakes

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