Device to automate my existing curtain/rails

ted1 wrote: »

Finally got around to measuring the tube of my IKEA blinds, 25mm

So I’ve ordered one of these , if it’s good I’ll double down and get a a full set up.

€ 43,18 54％ Off | Zemismart Tuya WiFi Roller Shade Motor for 17mm 25mm Tube Built-in Battery Smart Life Blind Engine Alexa Google Home Alice Work
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mKBDuTF

My 9 year daughter is looking forward to doing a YouTube video of the kit, install and review.
Will update in 18-26 days. (Delivery is 17-25)

i bought one and tried it out. not great yet, but have a few more steps to do before rejecting it.

like:

1) installation was easy

2) they have a detailed manual to attempt supporting many types of curtains/rods/rails.

challenge:

1) not as fast, quiet, or powerful as one would imagine.

2) reviews etc. say doesn't work well for telescopic rods. although they have a accessory to make it easier to work on telescopic rods and i think this accessory was not used by most online reviewers since switchbot has been improving their kit gradually.

3) need a hub otherwise very limited capabilities.

more possibilities:

1) i have it on a wrought iron curtain rod. so maybe that causes a lot of friction. I am replacing some other rods, so will see whether I can try out on that.

2) if that doesn't work, then they have some clips given to use for eyelet curtains. need to try that and see if that helps.

if neither help, then i'll return it.

i took a video too