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The Best Zigbee Curtain Motors

Zigbee curtain robots and motorized tracks, ranked.

We pulled the Zigbee curtain motors on Amazon and scored them on rating, review volume, and features.

Updated · Amazon prices checked

Our picks

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#Curtain motorPriceRatingReviewsWorks withTypeHubPowerScore
1Aqara Curtain Motor E1 (Track)$89.994.0205Track robotAqara Zigbee 3.0 hub6,400 mAh rechargeable, about a year77
2Aqara Curtain Motor E1 (Rod)$99.994.233Rod robotAqara hub only6,000 mAh rechargeable, about a year63
3DILANG Zigbee Curtain Robot$55.993.011Track robotZigbee hub, Zigbee2MQTT supported3 AA batteries53

Works with: hover or tap an icon for the system name. A system is shown when it supports the product directly or through the hub the listing requires. Aqara's E1 motors need an Aqara hub, which brings them to Apple Home, Google Home, and Alexa.

The full ranking

Scored out of 100: 45% customer rating, 30% review volume, 25% features. How we rank

#1
Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 Track Version, 1 Pack
Best Overall
Aqara

Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 Track Version, 1 Pack

4.0 205 reviews
Score 77/100

Mounts on your existing track in minutes and runs a year per charge.

Type
Track robot
Hub
Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub
Power
6,400 mAh rechargeable, about a year
Extras
Up to 26.4 lb load, Siri, Alexa, Google

Pros

  • About a year per charge
  • 26.4 lb load
  • 205 reviews

Cons

  • Aqara hub sold separately
  • 4.0 stars
  • $89.99
#2
Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 Rod Version 1Pack, Support HomeKit Alexa IFTTT
Aqara

Aqara Smart Curtain Motor E1 Rod Version 1Pack, Support HomeKit Alexa IFTTT

4.2 33 reviews
Score 63/100

The rod version of the E1.

Type
Rod robot
Hub
Aqara hub only
Power
6,000 mAh rechargeable, about a year
Extras
Uniform-thickness rods only

Pros

  • About a year per charge
  • HomeKit through the Aqara hub
  • 4.2 stars

Cons

  • No telescopic rods
  • Aqara hub required, other brands won't work
  • Only 33 reviews
#3
Smart Automatic Curtain Opener and Closer, Zigbee Curtain Robot with App, Voice, Remote Control for U/T Rails Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Tuya, Smart Life APP
Best for Zigbee2MQTT
DILANG

Smart Automatic Curtain Opener and Closer, Zigbee Curtain Robot with App, Voice, Remote Control for U/T Rails Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Tuya, Smart Life APP

3.0 11 reviews
Score 53/100

A cheap Zigbee robot that Home Assistant users can run through Zigbee2MQTT.

Type
Track robot
Hub
Zigbee hub, Zigbee2MQTT supported
Power
3 AA batteries
Extras
Pull to start, one- or two-way setups

Pros

  • Zigbee2MQTT support
  • $55.99
  • Pull-to-start

Cons

  • 3.0 stars
  • Doesn't work with Hubitat
  • Runs on AA batteries

Buyer's guide

Curtain robot or curtain motor?

Curtain robots clip onto your existing rod or track and push the curtain along, no tools needed. Motorized tracks replace the rod and are quieter and stronger, but take more work to install.

Will it work with my rod?

Check the rod type and diameter. Most robots list compatible U-rails, I-rails, and round rods by size.

Do they need a hub?

Bluetooth robots need the maker's hub for voice control and away-from-home control. Wi-Fi motors connect straight to your router; Zigbee motors need a Zigbee hub.

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