Athom Human Presence Sensor
Bottom line
Worth consideringUse the documentation and firmware configuration for the exact hardware revision you buy. Sensor placement, sensitivity, moving objects, and room layout can affect detection.
add presence input to a lighting routine; view room occupancy states in Home Assistant
The local-first grade is not a promise of hardware lifespan; review the evidence below.
Researched from manufacturer documentation and published integration guides. A grade describes local control, open integration, and cloud dependence; it is not a guarantee of lifespan. How we evaluate
Added Mar 3, 2026
Key trade-offs
Why it stands out
Use the documentation and firmware configuration for the exact hardware revision you buy. Sensor placement, sensitivity, moving objects, and room layout can affect detection.
What to weigh
Use the documentation and firmware configuration for the exact hardware revision you buy. Sensor placement, sensitivity, moving objects, and room layout can affect detection.
About
The Athom Human Presence Sensor combines presence sensing with ESPHome integration for local smart-home automations.
Compatibility and limitations
Use the documentation and firmware configuration for the exact hardware revision you buy. Sensor placement, sensitivity, moving objects, and room layout can affect detection. Try the occupied and empty room before relying on a lighting routine, and keep a manual control available. Presence detection should not be interpreted as a verified person count or used as the sole basis for unlocking or disarming a home.
Research basis
This is a documentation-based overview. We have not independently tested this product or established its service life.
Specifications
| Integration | ESPHome |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wi-Fi |
| Purpose | Room presence input for automations |
Frequently Asked Questions
- We have not established either capability. Treat its occupancy state as a sensor input that needs testing in the intended room.
