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[Upgraded Version] Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 (Rod Version, 1 Pack), Requires AQARA Zigbee 3.0 HUB, Not Support Hubs from Other…

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★★★★★4.1(30)

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

[Upgraded Version] Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 (Rod Version, 1 Pack), Requires AQARA Zigbee 3.0 HUB, Not Support Hubs from Other…

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What reviewers found

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Across the verified-purchase reviewers we read, the upgraded Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 (rod version) earns a 4.1 average on a small base of about 30 ratings. Aqara is a well-known name in the smart-home space, and this motor supports HomeKit, Alexa, and IFTTT, which appeals to existing Aqara households. The important caveat, stated plainly in the listing, is that it requires an Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub and explicitly will not work with hubs from other brands, locking buyers into Aqara's ecosystem.

What reviewers liked

  • Integrates with HomeKit, Alexa, and IFTTT for Aqara-ecosystem users
  • From an established smart-home brand
  • Rod-version motor designed to retrofit existing setups

Where it falls short

  • Requires an Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub and refuses hubs from other brands
  • Modest 4.1 average on a small (~30) review base
  • No independent expert or community testing signal was available

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Across the reviews

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Across the verified-purchase reviewers we read, the upgraded Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 (rod version) earns a 4.1 average on a small base of about 30 ratings. Aqara is a well-known name in the smart-home space, and this motor supports HomeKit, Alexa, and IFTTT, which appeals to existing Aqara households. The important caveat, stated plainly in the listing, is that it requires an Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub and explicitly will not work with hubs from other brands, locking buyers into Aqara's ecosystem.

We found no independent lab testing, expert reviews, or specialist-community threads for this listing, so the assessment rests on retailer ratings only. The 4.1 average across a thin sample is middling, and the hub lock-in plus single-pack pricing makes it best suited to people already invested in Aqara rather than newcomers. For Aqara loyalists it is the obvious choice; for everyone else, the closed ecosystem requirement is a real friction point.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
Notes
An Aqara Hub is required and sold separately.(NOTE:Hubs from alternative brands are not compatible.) Requires a secured 2.4 gigahertz Wi-Fi network connection for Hub M2/ M1S/ E1/M1S Gen2 and Camera Hub G2H Pro/ G2H, and 2.4/ 5 GHz Wi-Fi for Camera Hub G3.(Wired connection via Ethernet RJ45 for Hub M2 is also supported.) Please make sure the firmware for the Aqara Hub and the Aqara Home App have been updated to the latest version.
Compatiblility
The Aqara Curtain Motor E1 Rod Version supports most popular rods with uniform thickness and does not support rods with different thicknesses at the ends, such as telescopic or extendable rods. The package includes a "grommet kit". The supported diameter range for rod is 0.99 - 1.25 inches.) Please consult the images and A+ content for comprehensive installation instructions.
Automate Your Existing Curtain and Proximity
Effortlessly install the Curtain Motor E1 onto your current curtain track or rod without requiring extra tools. It seamlessly integrates behind the curtain without altering your decor. Besides, for a sturdy connection, ensure that the Aqara Curtain Motor E1 is within 400 inches of the Aqara Zigbee hub, and the hub is within the same range from the Wi-Fi router. Additionally, make sure the hub and the router are on the same local area network (LAN).
【Smart Home Automations】The Curtain Motor E1 offers automated control of your current curtains, allowing adjustments based on weather, time, lighting conditions, or other triggered Aqara devices. Customize a sleep-wake routine to align with your personal schedule using the timer feature. Automations via HomeKit, Alexa and IFTTT are supported.(Note: Please connect the Aqara Curtain Motor E1 to Aqara hub before connecting to Apple HomeKit or enabling skills in Alexa.
【Long Battery Life】Equipped with a substantial 6000 mAh rechargeable battery, offering up to a year of usage without needing a recharge. (The calculated battery life refers to opening and closing a curtain on a 5 ft track (i.e., 2 curtain drivers per window) once a day, and it also depends on friction, curtain weight and type.) Moreover, the device can be charged via the Type-A to Type-C cable using either a powerbank or a power supply (both not included).

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