We are pleased to announce the new smart home gateway — Zemismart M1 Pro, designed to simplify device integration in mixed smart home environments, especially for platforms such as Home Assistant.
The M1 Pro is a multi-protocol smart home hub with a focus on flexible deployment and integration of both smart and traditional devices.
It combines:
Infrared (IR) Controller
Matter Bridge
Zigbee Gateway
Open Thread Board Router
Flexible Deployment: Wired + Wireless
One of the key design priorities of the M1 Pro is deployment flexibility:
Supports Ethernet connection for stable, always-on setups
Supports Wi-Fi 2.4GHz for wireless environments
Note：The gateway must be added via a wired connection first to activate Matter capabilities. Afterwards, configure the Wi-Fi backup network in the App; the device will automatically switch to Wi-Fi operation after the Ethernet cable is disconnected.
This allows the hub to be installed in a wider range of scenarios, whether in structured network setups or locations where wiring is not convenient.
Built-in IR Control
The M1 Pro includes an integrated IR transmitter, enabling control of traditional infrared-based appliances:
TVs
Air conditioners
Other IR remote-controlled devices
This allows these devices to be incorporated into Home Assistant automations without requiring a separate IR hub.
Integrates Matter Bridge, OTBR and Controller functions simultaneously.
Supports Zigbee device access and bridges them to mainstream platforms including Home Assistant, Apple Home and Google Home.
Equipped with Thread border routing capability, allowing the addition of Matter over Thread devices.
Note: If you use an iPhone or iPad with iOS system and receive a prompt indicating no available border router when adding Thread devices in the Smart Life App, this is caused by Apple’s ongoing restrictions on Thread networks. You may first add the Thread device to Apple speakers, then share it to the M1Pro gateway; alternatively, complete the pairing operation with an Android device.Enables unified control across ecosystems such as Home Assistant.
Local Automation
Automation runs locally on the hub
Continues functioning without internet connectivity
Improves response speed and system reliability
Use Case for Home Assistant
In a Home Assistant setup, the M1 Pro can be used to:
Integrate Zigbee devices via Matter
Integrate Thread devices via Matter
Add IR-controlled appliances into automation workflows
Reduce the need for multiple dedicated hubs
Enable more flexible installation (wired or wireless)
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Tester & Reviewer Invitation
Zemismart is currently looking for:
Home Assistant advanced users
Smart home enthusiasts
Professional reviewers and content creators
Feedback is especially welcome regarding:
Home Assistant integration
IR control performance
Real-world automation scenarios
Interested users are welcome to comment or get in touch.
I have a large Zigbee smart home setup with almost the maximum permitted devices. I bought the M1 Pro in March and to benefit from the local operation (the latency of the response to operations is sometimes 20 seconds or more at night) and waited until May to receive it because it was “out of stock”
I followed the included instructions to trying add the thing to my Apple home environment. I tries 20 times before I contacted Zemismart for support, as it refuses to connect. I notice that the printed instructions do not match the behaviour of the M1 Pro. In the table “LED Indicator Description” it is the right LED that flashes during “system start” and “Reset Hub” actions, not the left LED as stated in the instructions.
I have asked if there is a built in web portal that I can use for configuration over the ethernet port, but having read the various posts here on the M1, I conclude that it (M1 Pro) too suffers from flakey software and will now request a return and refund.
whether or not it goes into pairing mode is impossible to ascertain because according to the (incorrect) instructions this mode shares LED combination with two other states. This should be changed to be a unique combination.
hi, i am updating the indicator light state:
When the M1 Pro is plugged in, both lights flash. After a few seconds, the left light goes out, the right light flashes 1-2 times, then the left light stays on. The right light keeps flashing. Then both lights stay on. Press and hold for 5-10 seconds to reset; the right light flashes, then stays on. After pairing, the right light goes out, and the left light stays on. When adding a sub-device, the right light flashes.
Still I’m not sure how this helps me with the shipped and dysfunctional hub
We apologize for the inconvenience.
We would be happy to send you a new gateway for testing, and we will cover the shipping costs. Please send us the faulty gateway so our engineers can troubleshoot it.
If you no longer need the gateway, I will process a refund as soon as possible.
You can reply to my message on the website.
thanks,
have a nice day.
I finally got this to pair by ignoring the instructions and connecting to ethernet on my mesh network. This caused network issues to be reported by the HomePod speaker that was used as the boundary router for Matter - it continued to play but became sluggish in responding to inputs. As soon as I unpaired, the issues vanished.
The M1 Pro also did not show in the Home App in any way that would allow me to add Zigbee sub devices - the whole rationale for buying it in the first place.
I am going to wait for the replacement unit - which apparently needs some software improvements - but I am far from optimistic!
Well the replacement hub arrived and using the experience gained in finally pairing the hub with my home I encountered two major issues.
The network issue reported by the Apple Home App reappeared. This time the network failed completely and stopped responding at all. I tried to update, but could only restore the network by deleting the Hub from my Home setup completely
I added the hub to the Tuya Smart Home App from the supplier of my Zigbee hub, MiBoxer. This added the Zemismart M1 Pro to my home immediately but seconds later it reported that the device was not supported. I have the latest version of the App. I don't want to switch Apps and reprogram 115 Zigbee devices in a new setup, suspecting that I will have renewed compatibility issues that I experienced in the past.
I can only conclude that this product needs more software development work to operate in an Apple HomePod environment, and more time for the Tuya world to catch up on interoperability issues. I will now return both hubs for the kindly offered full refund.
Note：The gateway must be added via a wired connection first to activate Matter capabilities. Afterwards, configure the Wi-Fi backup network in the App; the device will automatically switch to Wi-Fi operation after the Ethernet cable is disconnected.
