Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A smart home hub that is easy to use AND extremely powerful? Could it be true? The Homey Pro checks all the boxes and then some...as long as you have the right devices. See how the Homey Pro makes home automation a joy and see how it stacks up to Hubitat Elevation, SmartThings and Home Assistant.
🏅Amazon Affiliate Product Links
Homey Pro Hub: tbiu.io/kh5dRPaO
Hubitat Elevation C-8 Home Automation Hub : tbiu.io/AmSViTyx
🎞️ Useful Videos
Hubitat Dashboard Drag and Drop : tbiu.io/Q2IbBqIB
How to Install User-Created Apps on your Hubitat Elevation hub [Hubitat Official] : tbiu.io/kGFj4b12
Hubitat Elevation C-8 Review - Smart Home Automation Hub [2023] : tbiu.io/55OuZYfV
Yale Assure Lock SL YRD256 WiFi Smart Lock Review : tbiu.io/ekP4GpWU
❤️ HUBITAT PACKAGE MANAGER - Install and Tutorial ❤️ : youtu.be/eaLKsfHJTkY
== DIY Smart Home Guy Websites ==
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DIY Smart Home Guy creates how-to videos for smart home automation centered around Z-Wave and Zigbee devices. Review videos are generally centered around Hubitat Elevation, SmartThings and Vera. I personally run Hubitat as my primary smart hub, however I do test products on the hubs mentioned. I understand that a home automation hub is not a path for everyone. I chose this path because I am a firm believer is advanced automation and local control.
#DIYSmartHomeGuy #SmartHome #HomeAutomation
A smart home hub that is easy to use AND extremely powerful? Could it be true? The Homey Pro checks all the boxes and then some...as long as you have the right devices. See how the Homey Pro makes home automation a joy and see how it stacks up to Hubitat Elevation, SmartThings and Home Assistant.
🏅Amazon Affiliate Product Links
Homey Pro Hub: tbiu.io/kh5dRPaO
Hubitat Elevation C-8 Home Automation Hub : tbiu.io/AmSViTyx
🎞️ Useful Videos
Hubitat Dashboard Drag and Drop : tbiu.io/Q2IbBqIB
How to Install User-Created Apps on your Hubitat Elevation hub [Hubitat Official] : tbiu.io/kGFj4b12
Hubitat Elevation C-8 Review - Smart Home Automation Hub [2023] : tbiu.io/55OuZYfV
Yale Assure Lock SL YRD256 WiFi Smart Lock Review : tbiu.io/ekP4GpWU
❤️ HUBITAT PACKAGE MANAGER - Install and Tutorial ❤️ : youtu.be/eaLKsfHJTkY
== DIY Smart Home Guy Websites ==
Our How-To Website : tbiu.io/mgXuyoSN
Support This Channel : Consider leaving a 'Thanks' donation to support the making of this and other videos.
DIY Smart Home Guy Featured Products : tbiu.io/j0srj4um
Facebook : tbiu.io/Kj3kMyqD
Twitter : tbiu.io/VeMwOGI3
DIY Smart Home Guy creates how-to videos for smart home automation centered around Z-Wave and Zigbee devices. Review videos are generally centered around Hubitat Elevation, SmartThings and Vera. I personally run Hubitat as my primary smart hub, however I do test products on the hubs mentioned. I understand that a home automation hub is not a path for everyone. I chose this path because I am a firm believer is advanced automation and local control.
#DIYSmartHomeGuy #SmartHome #HomeAutomation








![A Facial Recognition Lock for Half the Price?
SwitchBot Lock Ultra Review – Is It Finally Good? (Facial Recognition Keypad Test)
Last time I tested a SwitchBot lock, it won the prestigious Ugliest Lock award in my 16-lock showdown… by a landslide. So when they sent me their brand new SwitchBot Lock Ultra with the Vision Keypad (yes, facial recognition!), I wasn’t expecting much.
But this one? Kinda surprised me.
In this video, I install and test the new SwitchBot Lock Ultra and Keypad Vision to see how it stacks up against my all-time favorite smart lock—the Lockly Visage. From facial recognition accuracy, design improvements, and smart home compatibility to installation tips and low-light performance, I cover everything you need to know.
🔒 Is it perfect? No.
😮 Is it way better than the last one? Definitely.
💸 Is it worth it at half the price of the Lockly? Watch and decide.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
How the Lock Ultra compares to the Lockly Visage
Whether facial recognition actually works
Why this might be the best retrofit smart lock right now
What you need (and don’t need) from SwitchBot’s hubs
Honest pros and cons (with jokes included, obviously)
🛠️ Products Mentioned:
SwitchBot Lock Ultra: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F841YB1P/ref=nosim?tag=onamzazhb-20
SwitchBot Keypad Touch with Vision: [link]
Lockly Visage: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DRXF5NKL/ref=nosim?tag=onamzazhb-20
SwitchBot Hub 3 & Hub Mini Matter: [link] A Facial Recognition Lock for Half the Price?](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zKbLFLrkkjQ/mqdefault.jpg)
