Internet garage door opener

brettule on 12/09/2019 - 15:37
Last edited 12/09/2019 - 15:52

I'm looking for a garage door opener that will wire up to my roller door motor (I've identified the pins I need to wire up to). Requirements are:

  • IP/internet enabled and has an Android app that I can tap to toggle open or closing the door just like having the remote.
  • Obviously it needs to be secure being internet facing.
  • I don't want Bluetooth because the range isn't enough for my situation.
  • I don't need any other fancy features like email alerts, door sensors or auto opening based on my GPS position but happy if they are there.
  • No ongoing subscription, just a one off purchase.

Does anyone have any recommendations?

Automotive

Comments

  • boomramada on 12/09/2019 - 15:53

    If you have z wave automation, plug this into your controller.
    https://www.smartliving.com.au/zconnect-z-wave-garage-door-o… or something similar.
    Can program it to open the door when you approaching house. :)

  • raytriplej on 12/09/2019 - 16:14

    I use the SONOFF Pro R2 hardware with the eWelink software. I find it works well.

    • noone on 13/09/2019 - 09:30

      I used the SONOFF inching module but I see that it has a new version without micro USB power, which is a shame.

      The inching module is perfect for my application. The app eWelink can also linked to Google Home

  • [Deactivated] on 12/09/2019 - 16:29
    +1

    GoGoGate 2.

    My Winter 2020 project.

    If you're going with this option and have it installed, let me know. Most interested in checking open/close status when I'm travelling and IFTTT to CCTV (Ubiqiti G3 to be exact).

    • tumsum on 12/09/2019 - 21:09

      the gogogate2 is now obsolete - the new one is called ismartgate. works the same

  • coxjon on 12/09/2019 - 17:22

    I use OpenGarage, a bit fiddly to set up but I found it the cheapest when i was looking a few years ago.

  • nubzy on 12/09/2019 - 18:29

    This is what you need: https://www.ja-gps.com.au/ismartgate/ismartgate-lite-garage/

  • Gronk on 12/09/2019 - 18:40

    You can make your own in about 30 mins with a raspberry pi and a relay.

    • brettule on 12/09/2019 - 21:06

      I did, but it kept blowing, also I wanted it a bit more fancy with an app.

  • gavincato on 12/09/2019 - 18:58

    I use "garadget" - it's really fantastic. Does everything you listed.

  • PinzVidz on 12/09/2019 - 23:06

    Have a look at this thread on Whingepool.

  • No Username on 13/09/2019 - 08:09

    Get a cheap $4 ESP8266, wire it up and your good to go.

    • bhunter101 on 13/09/2019 - 20:22

      Hang on there. What how? More info please.

      • No Username on 14/09/2019 - 10:35

        Create an app that sends a signal to the ESP that triggers the assigned pin. Depending on the garage opener, you can wire it directly or use a relay attached to the ESP.

        • bhunter101 on 16/09/2019 - 10:47

          Any chance you can point me to a guide or tutorial video?

  • boomramada on 13/09/2019 - 09:41

    Deal for you https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/483199 lol

    • brettule on 13/09/2019 - 10:11

      It's been unpublished. What was the deal?

      • boomramada on 13/09/2019 - 10:59

        Some automated garage controller selling in amazon.

  • FindMeADeal on 16/09/2019 - 09:28
    +1

    This can help you wifi Garage Door

    • bhunter101 on 16/09/2019 - 10:46

      How do you configure this? Any chance someone can point me to a video or a guide?

      • FindMeADeal on 16/09/2019 - 11:42
        +1

        There is a youtube video am sure. I watched it a few days ago. Will try to find it.

        But its quite simple.. you already have done the hard part identifying the pins you need to wire up… solder the wire on those pins and insert the wires into this unit.

        I think you need to press one of the two buttons (i think the inside one) for 4-5 seconds to get the led blinking and then you can connect the system to your internet through the eWelink app.

        Edit: Found it —> https://youtu.be/J_zAhXF_i7I

        • bhunter101 on 16/09/2019 - 12:39

          Amazing. Thank you very much for that

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