Just ordered the Meross MSG200HK Garage door opener system - allegedly as CarPlay integration

[JackFlash]

Odd you mention Apple router. I just upgraded to Ubiquiti from Orbi. Apple came before that about 10 years back. I just found it in the back of a closet and it went to the wasteland in the sky.

I hear you. I've got ORBI throughout the house - I've got a detached garage so I lit it up with the Airport in bridge mode to extend that network (via hardwired / ethernet between).

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[reddog21]

I've got a no-longer-used AppleTV. Guess it's found a new purpose

Home kit only works with appletv 4th gen or newer.

 

[JackFlash]

I've got an old iPad I no longer use - may try that as a PoC and then buy better hardware if it seems like the right approach:

To use Apple HomeKit, you'll need an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running the latest iOS, along with at least one HomeKit-enabled device. For controlling devices when away from home, you'll also need an Apple TV, iPad, HomePod, or HomePod mini as a Home Hub.

 

[reddog21]

I've got an old iPad I no longer use - may try that as a PoC and then buy better hardware if it seems like the right approach:

To use Apple HomeKit, you'll need an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running the latest iOS, along with at least one HomeKit-enabled device. For controlling devices when away from home, you'll also need an Apple TV, iPad, HomePod, or HomePod mini as a Home Hub.

Apple removed the functionality to use Ipad as a homekit hub. You have to go with either appletv or homepod. Apple only indicated that they changed there architecture but didn't indicate what actually changed(shocking I know).

If you have an older IOS on yout ipad you may still get some functionality. If you are having issues I would only assume that its using the ipad as homkit not meross.

 

[lightningflash24]

I have this meross device for two of my garage doors. The install was more work than my previous myQ, but well worth it!
The meross works way better for me than the myQ did.

I had the myQ integrated into HomeKit through home bridge and it was very slow, then myQ made API changes, and I was forced to get a new system to maintain CarPlay functionality.

Like others have said, you need to have at least one HomeKit hub. Multiple garage doors aren’t a problem for me because I have them named separately. I normally use the Siri suggestion that pops up in CarPlay to open the garage door, or if something is goofy, just long hold the voice command button on your steering wheel and says Open [insert garage door name.]

 

[MrH42]

I have 3 of the Meross ‎MSG100HK added through HomeKit. I have 3 single garage doors. I just named them 1, 2, and 3, and can use voice control on anyone of them. Echo what others said here, which they all popped up on CarPlay, but seems to be the last used one, so it's always a crapshoot.

Just saying "open garage 1" or "close garage 2" has worked for me. I still use the Homelink in the visor primarily though. It's faster to just hit a hard button than voice control.

 

[myke]

https://refoss.net/en-ca/products/smart-garage-opener-rsg100hk

"East Garage" and "West Garage" for me.

 

[derplz]

The original statement could benefit from some clarification. When it says, "MyQ does not integrate with CarPlay," this might create some confusion. If your main goal is to get your garage opener working with HomeKit, consider using a third-party bridge like Homebridge or hardware such as Hoobs. Many devices that are compatible with Google Home can also be integrated into HomeKit with the right plugin.

If you were referring to CarPlay, it's understandable, but I think you meant to talk about HomeKit, as they are part of a similar suite of tools. If you're not entirely comfortable with technical steps or don’t have a technical background, I recommend selecting only smart devices that explicitly state they are HomeKit compatible.

Don't hesitate to reach out if you have more questions about using HomeKit bridges.

Good luck!

 

[JackFlash]

Update (long overdue) on my Meross w/Homekit install.

One item that was not clear to me was this: Assuming you have an iPhone - If you install the non-homekit version of the Meross - it will work with Siri (even from your steering wheel press) IF you are connected to the same WIFI network as the Meross.

With the Homekit version and a Homekit hub (I used an old AppleTV for this) you can open the garage door(s) from anywhere using SIRI.

I configured with the latter and really like it. With the former I had to be pretty close to my garage door to get it to open - or fumble around with my phone until it joined my home WIFI network (which is wirelessly bridged to my garage). All in all - the homekit version made this a lot more seamless to me - and made it "Spouse friendly".

 

[myke]

When I approach home, one of the Carplay screens pops up a section to open the last-used door (frustratingly not both)

 

[JackFlash]

When I approach home, one of the Carplay screens pops up a section to open the last-used door (frustratingly not both)

Honestly - I have not even tried to configure Meross with Carplay - I'm just pressing the steering wheel Siri button and giving the voice command "Open Garage Door x". I have a triple door garage so I'm guessing the carplay integration as you describe it would be frustrating to me also!

 

[Jim Lewis]

I have a Meross garage door opener. I set it up as an Alexa skill with a pin code. I don't bother with Siri and the Apple Home system as it's all too cumbersome and too expensive. If the truck Alexa fails me for some reason, I just use the Meross app on my iPhone, which sits in a ProClip phone mount on my dash. (having to delete my vehicle from FordPass and re-establish PAAK after the 10.3.0 Powertrain update trashed my truck's Alexa connectivity, for example).

I have Echo devices throughout the house and discovered early on that I could walk by the kitchen window and shout at the house, "Alexa, OPEN THE GARAGE DOOR." And she did. So, I decide a pin code was a good idea.

 

[K_S]

As another option, I installed a ratgdo with homeassistant for homekit/carplay integration and it has been flawless.

 

[Vulnox]

I went with Tailwind. It works with a lot of openers. In our case it is a Chamberlain with MyQ.

https://gotailwind.com/

It took about 30 minutes from start to finish to install. It integrates with your existing opener and you can stop using MyQ entirely.

The garage option shows up in CarPlay, and I bought the Bluetooth pucks for each car so when we get near our home it automatically opens the garage door and can auto close it when we leave, like what you can do with Teslas.

You can get that functionality through them without pucks if using Android Auto as they don’t have the same security checks Apple does.

Definitely recommend checking them out. It’s been a couple months and it’s worked great.

 

[daczone]

I have the MyQ which does not integrate with CarPlay - so I was looking for a better option:

Amazon Link

• You can control your devices hands free, just give voice commands to turn on/off the connected devices. Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Siri, Amazon Alexa and CarPlay. Please scroll down and check in the "Product guides and documents - User Manual" for more product information.

Apparently this integrates directly with Apple HomeKit and allows CarPlay integration - including voice commands from CarPlay "Siri, open my garage door".

Anyone tried? Mine is enroute - bought directly from Meross ($50) along with a 3rd door opener option (+$16) w/free shipping:

Meross MSG200HK

The "HK" is important in the model number - as that indicates Apple "HomeKit" compatibility.

You can do the same thing for $6 if you buy a eWELINK relay. The app is great and even supports a camera (You know so you can open a GATE where you can't see it). I have a dozen or so of these great cheap devices. It also works with Alexa, So "Alexa let the Ford Lightning Out" Opens my garage door.

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