Description
Everything Presence One is a Home Assistant‑ready presence sensor that combines 24 GHz mmWave and PIR detection with onboard environmental sensors, built around an ESP32 and ESPHome for local control.
Overview
Features
- 24 GHz mmWave presence sensing with long‑range coverage
- PIR motion detection for fast initial triggers
- ESP32 + ESPHome firmware for local Home Assistant control
- On‑board temperature, humidity, and light sensors
- Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth 5.0 (can act as a BT proxy)
- USB‑C powered, with expansion GPIO pins
Specifications
| Price | £47 (listed on product page) |
|---|---|
| Protocol | Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz + Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Hub Required | No (integrates via ESPHome) |
| Power | USB‑C 5V 500mA |
| Cloud Dependency | Local (ESPHome) |
| HA Integration | ESPHome |
| Voice Control | None (device itself) |
| Dimensions | 65 × 49 × 50 mm |
| Warranty | Not specified |
Home Assistant Integration
Integration Method: ESPHome integration
- Requirements: ESPHome add‑on/integration; device auto‑discovered via mDNS or added by IP
- Entities: Presence, motion, temperature, humidity, light, Bluetooth proxy (if enabled)
- Setup: Settings → Devices & Services → Add Integration → ESPHome → enter device IP if not auto‑discovered
- Notes: Ships with ESPHome firmware; USB‑C and onboard USB‑serial allow updates and re‑flashing.
Practical Considerations
- Power: Use only one power source at a time (USB‑C or header).
- Placement: mmWave works best when aimed into open areas without reflective clutter.
- Coverage: Combine mmWave + PIR for reliable presence and fast motion response.
- Updates: Firmware updates are handled via ESPHome tools.
Scores
| Category | Score | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Features | ★★★★★ | Best‑in‑class sensor stack for presence |
| Interoperability | ★★★★★ | Native ESPHome → Home Assistant |
| Setup Ease | ★★★★☆ | Easy if ESPHome is already used |
| Cloud Dependency | ★★★★★ | Local control |
| Vendor Trust | ★★★★☆ | Specialist vendor with strong HA focus |
| Overall | ★★★★★ | Excellent presence sensor for HA builds |
References
| Official | Everything Presence One product page |
|---|---|
| Home Assistant | Connecting to Home Assistant · ESPHome integration |
| Developer | Updating & flashing guide |
| Buy | Everything Presence One store |
My Implementation
In my setup, this sensor is integrated via ESPHome in Home Assistant to drive presence‑based lighting and occupancy automations without using cameras.
Device Score Summary
| Category | Score | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Features | ★★★★★ | Best‑in‑class sensor stack for presence |
| Interoperability | ★★★★★ | Native ESPHome → Home Assistant |
| Setup Ease | ★★★★☆ | Easy if ESPHome is already used |
| Cloud Dependency | ★★★★★ | Local control |
| Vendor Trust | ★★★★☆ | Specialist vendor with strong HA focus |
| Overall | ★★★★★ | Excellent presence sensor for HA builds |
★★★★★ Exceptional | ★★★★☆ Very Good | ★★★☆☆ Good Enough | ★★☆☆☆ Frustrating | ★☆☆☆☆ Avoid