I have an old wired alarm system (NX-8e) with no ability to get the master code, so it is basically bricked. I just started learning about Konnected boards and then ESPHome. I’m also building out a Home Assistant install after using HomeKit for several years. I’m an Apple ecosystem guy so want to ensure I maintain future compatibility where possible, although I don’t mind building something out with HA to fill all the gaps currently in HomeKit. I am assuming that future-proofing involves Matter.
After doing some research, I think the ESP32 chipset is ‘potentially’ Matter compatible, but the ESP8266 is not. Is that correct? I also understand that the Konnected Pro board uses the ESP32 chips; whereas, their standard board uses the ESP8266. Is this all correct? If so, should I go with the Konnected Pro board? Anything I am missing?