--- product_id: 186453880 title: "Recessed Door Sensor 7" brand: "aeotec" price: "€ 79.56" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Aeotec" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/186453880-recessed-door-sensor-7 store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Z-Wave Plus V2 SmartStart setup 3+ year battery life Z-Wave S2 advanced security Recessed Door Sensor 7 **Brand:** aeotec **Price:** € 79.56 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔐 Secure smarter, live freer — the future of door sensors is here! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Recessed Door Sensor 7 by aeotec - **How much does it cost?** € 79.56 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/186453880-recessed-door-sensor-7) ## Best For - aeotec enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted aeotec brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Military-Grade Security:** Protect your home with Z-Wave S2 encryption, the gold standard in smart device safety. - • **Ultra-Long Battery Life:** Forget frequent replacements with over 3 years of reliable power on a single battery. - • **Discreet Recessed Design:** Invisible protection that blends into your doorframe—security without the bulk. - • **Seamless Hub Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with SmartThings, Fibaro, Hubitat, and more for total home control. - • **Effortless SmartStart Setup:** Plug & play your smart home with a simple QR scan—no tech headaches. ## Overview The Aeotec Recessed Door Sensor 7 leverages Z-Wave Plus V2 technology with SmartStart for ultra-simple setup and enhanced security via the S2 framework. Battery-powered with a 3+ year lifespan, it offers reliable, wireless door/window monitoring compatible with leading smart home hubs like SmartThings and Hubitat. Its sleek recessed design ensures discreet installation while delivering precise open/close detection to safeguard your home or office. ## Description Buy Zwave Door Sensor Aeotec Recessed Door Sensor 7, Z-Wave Plus Enabled Smart Door Sensor Battery Powered, SmartStart S2, Zwave Hub Required SmartThings Fibaro Home Centre 3 Hubitat: Sensors - desertcart.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Will work with Smarthings after one critical step - Works great with Smartthings V3 but you need to pair the sensor in a specific way as of 12/14/20. If you follow the instructions in the package or use Steven’s review it will not work correctly and the sensor will show closed when the door is open. To pair, first remove the lid and take the microchip/battery out of the plastic tube by squeezing the tube and pulling out the chip. Remove the plastic battery tab and then pull the battery completely out. Replace the battery and you will see the red light flash, which will eventually turn off. If there is no red light, twist the battery in place as this may clear any debri that was preventing the battery contact to the chip. Keep the chip out of the tube for now. Next step is to load the new Smartthings app and then hit the + button on the top right. Hit Device, then Aeotec brand, then Open/Closed Sensor, then Door/Window 7 Sensor, then Start, then Next in the hub/room screen. Hit the button several times until the red light starts flashing and the pairing hits 100%. The next window will ask you to scan a QR Code BUT HIT THE X ON THE TOP RIGHT TO EXIT THIS SCREEN!! Do not scan the QR Code or enter a code or your sensor will NOT work correctly. After hitting the X you will get a Exiting Secure Set-Up Message. Then you will get a warning that you are not using the highest security but ignore this warning by hitting OK and then rename the device and hit Done. Now the final step is to immediately remove the battery, wait 10 seconds and then replace it. Wait for the red light to turn off. Move the magnet piece over the top of the chip and you should see a successful open/closed indication on Smarthings. If it doesn’t work, take the battery out again, wait 10 sec and then replace it. Eventually it will start to work perfectly and you won’t have to touch it again. Place the chip back in the tube, replace the lid and install in your door/window. I just installed 8 sensors in most of our doors and windows and all of them work great after following this method. For some reason this sensor only works with the lower Smartthings security, but as an open/closed sensor this was not an issue for me. If Aeotec or Smartthings updates their software and this method no longer works, I will update my review. I hope this helps! Review: Watch your battery life - I purchased two of these in May 2021. They are solid performers. Quick and reliable open/close detection to date, and battery life had been very good. The factory-installed battery in one unit lasted nearly 2 years while the other lasted only 10 months. Turns out it was starting to fail, with each battery needing to be replaces in about half the time of its predecessor. Finally the unit failed this week (Nov 2023), draining the battery in a matter of hours. An IR camera reveals a failed surface mount element overheating. The other unit still shows 100% battery level three months after its first battery replacement, so these things can and do last a while. ## Features - Zwave Door Sensor: Built in the Aeotec 700 series, Z-Wave Plus V2, which will deliver a significantly improved your experience by mandating the inclusion of SmartStart, a setup feature that will truly bring plug and play to the your smart home. Comprised of two parts: the main z-wave door sensor and the magnetic door contact sensor - Smart z-wave door sensor: Removing the complexity of installation, with a quick app scan of its QR code, drastically shortening and simplifying the product setup process for you. Smart door open sensor - Safer than the previous z-wave recessed sensor. Come with z wave security 2 (S2) framework which is the most advanced security for smart home zwave devices and controllers, z-wave gateway and zwave hub in the market today, it’s better to protect your family - Anytime and anywhere, it’s great wireless door sensors for security. Smart hubs compatible with z-wave hub Samsung SmartThings, Wink, HomeSeer HS3, Hubitat, ISY994i, Open Z-Wave, Domoticz and more. Frequency: 908.40 MHz, 916.00 MHz - Take your home under zwave controller. Open close sensor zwave Optimized to use up to 66% less battery power to communicate than previous generations. 3 year+ battery life powered by 1 x 1/2 AA battery. Battery included. Never worry about missing any important moment or running out of battery ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B082PT71MM | | Best Sellers Rank | #96,237 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #34 in Garage Door Sensors | | Brand | AEOTEC | | Brand Name | AEOTEC | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 353 Reviews | | Manufacturer | Aeotec | | Mounting Type | Door | | Output Type | Digital | | Part Number | ZW187-A | | Specific Uses For Product | door and window detection, smart home automation, home and office environments | | Style | Modern | | Style Name | Modern | | UPC | 810667025267 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AEOTEC - **Manufacturer:** Aeotec - **Mounting Type:** Door - **Smart Home Compatibility:** Smart Home Compatible - **UPC:** 810667025267 ## Images ![Recessed Door Sensor 7 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lYKQ9CNsL.jpg) ![Recessed Door Sensor 7 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71fK93rtpYL.jpg) ![Recessed Door Sensor 7 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Cnoz6Ma4L.jpg) ![Recessed Door Sensor 7 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/616PAMMLJBL.jpg) ![Recessed Door Sensor 7 - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71R9da-0BDL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is it compatible with SimpliSafe alarm system?** A: Simplisafe is unfortunately not listed as one of our compatible hubs to this product so we won't be able to give you a direct answer here. For this case, it would be best to reach out to Simplisafe to request a list of product compatibility of Z-Wave devices based on how they have integrated Z-Wave devices to get a better understanding of which products may or may not work. **Q: Gen 6 of this was supported by abode alarms but gen7 doesn’t show up as a door sensor. it only shows up as motion sensor. is there a fix for that?** A: Unfortunately, this may indicate that Abode Alarm has not added this product as a compatible device. You'll need to contact Abode Alarms to see if they can add this device as a compatible device to their system. **Q: Will this sensor work with the deco m9 plus integrated lo t hub?** A: The Deco M9 Plus is a purely WiFi hub, this product uses Z-Wave which will not work directly with the hub listed. **Q: Is this compatible with a Ring alarm system?** A: Hi, Thanks for the question.  Aeotec Recessed Door Sensor 7 will not work with Ring alarm system I’m afraid. We keep a list of Aeotec products and the hubs and software they work with; you can see that at https://aeotec.com/z-wave-gateways if you’d like to find out which systems Aeotec zwave door sensor works with. Please let us know if there are any further questions. Thanks, the team at Aeotec. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Will work with Smarthings after one critical step *by C***S on December 15, 2020* Works great with Smartthings V3 but you need to pair the sensor in a specific way as of 12/14/20. If you follow the instructions in the package or use Steven’s review it will not work correctly and the sensor will show closed when the door is open. To pair, first remove the lid and take the microchip/battery out of the plastic tube by squeezing the tube and pulling out the chip. Remove the plastic battery tab and then pull the battery completely out. Replace the battery and you will see the red light flash, which will eventually turn off. If there is no red light, twist the battery in place as this may clear any debri that was preventing the battery contact to the chip. Keep the chip out of the tube for now. Next step is to load the new Smartthings app and then hit the + button on the top right. Hit Device, then Aeotec brand, then Open/Closed Sensor, then Door/Window 7 Sensor, then Start, then Next in the hub/room screen. Hit the button several times until the red light starts flashing and the pairing hits 100%. The next window will ask you to scan a QR Code BUT HIT THE X ON THE TOP RIGHT TO EXIT THIS SCREEN!! Do not scan the QR Code or enter a code or your sensor will NOT work correctly. After hitting the X you will get a Exiting Secure Set-Up Message. Then you will get a warning that you are not using the highest security but ignore this warning by hitting OK and then rename the device and hit Done. Now the final step is to immediately remove the battery, wait 10 seconds and then replace it. Wait for the red light to turn off. Move the magnet piece over the top of the chip and you should see a successful open/closed indication on Smarthings. If it doesn’t work, take the battery out again, wait 10 sec and then replace it. Eventually it will start to work perfectly and you won’t have to touch it again. Place the chip back in the tube, replace the lid and install in your door/window. I just installed 8 sensors in most of our doors and windows and all of them work great after following this method. For some reason this sensor only works with the lower Smartthings security, but as an open/closed sensor this was not an issue for me. If Aeotec or Smartthings updates their software and this method no longer works, I will update my review. I hope this helps! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Watch your battery life *by M***. on November 7, 2023* I purchased two of these in May 2021. They are solid performers. Quick and reliable open/close detection to date, and battery life had been very good. The factory-installed battery in one unit lasted nearly 2 years while the other lasted only 10 months. Turns out it was starting to fail, with each battery needing to be replaces in about half the time of its predecessor. Finally the unit failed this week (Nov 2023), draining the battery in a matter of hours. An IR camera reveals a failed surface mount element overheating. The other unit still shows 100% battery level three months after its first battery replacement, so these things can and do last a while. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to install, works with Home Assisstant, amost invisible when door is closed *by R***E on January 18, 2025* The two parts of the device were easy to install in a wooden door with modern weatherstrip. You'll need a 3/4" (US) drill bit and possibly a 1/16" as well-- the instructions don't mention it, but making (tiny) pilot holes for the screws on the sensor will make the job easier. The magnet part is more permanently secured with "white PVA glue" according to the manual. I had no idea what that was and googled it -- it's just good-old Elmer's School Glue. ;) The sensor is held in by the tiny screws to allow battery replacement. it's almost invisible when the door is closed which nicer (IMO) than having a little plastic goiter on your door and door frame with most other door sensors. Caveats: I'd agree with the installation instructions and doubt that it would work as well in a metal door, since the wireless transceiver is buried inside the door when installed. Also, if you have old-fashioned springy metal weatherstrip, you'll probably need to replace that with the newer felt/foam type -- otherwise you'd be drilling a hole thru the metal strip into the door frame to mount the magnet which doesn't sound like a great idea. Including it in the z-wave network with Home Assistant was simple by scanning the code on the box and the software did it's thing and the sensor appeared ready for use a few minutes later. Once it's included, you can do whatever automations you like or just watch the status on the HA overview page. (My system is a Raspberry Pi 3+ running Home Assistant and a Zooz ZST39 LR USB Z-wave controller.) I don't see any reason it wouldn't work with the other Z-wave compatible home controller systems. I haven't been using the device long enough to comment on the life of the replaceable but not rechargeable lithium cell. Overall, this is a nice door sensor for use when you'd prefer not to have to see it all the time. ## Frequently Bought Together - Zwave Door Sensor Aeotec Recessed Door Sensor 7, Z-Wave Plus Enabled Smart Door Sensor Battery Powered, SmartStart S2, Zwave Hub Required SmartThings Fibaro Home Centre 3 Hubitat - Zooz 800 Series Z-Wave Long Range S2 USB Stick ZST39 LR, Great for DIY Smart Home (Use with Home Assistant or HomeSeer Software) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/186453880-recessed-door-sensor-7](https://www.desertcart.be/products/186453880-recessed-door-sensor-7) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-08-05*