This was an easy install following the directions and MyQ app. I elected to mount it on sidewall attached to the house for a better wi-fi signal, though it would have likely worked as a ceiling install as well. I’m a little leery of the double-sided tape sticking to the door, but only time will tell and if needed, I can readily replace it with a larger square for better adhesion. I have a three car garage and setting up the second sensor with the second opener was easy to complete following the MyQ app.
The MyQ app allows you to set up co-owner with their own ID and my wife was quickly added. If you’d like you can create guest-users as well. You can also use it with Amazon key if you’d like, we haven’t tested it and will likely only use it for expensive items.
You can set multiple schedules to close the garage door if you’d like it to automatically close at a preferred time. One feature that I think is missing from the app is a “time to close” so that the door automatically closes after a period of time has elapsed. To get around this limitation I set up a schedule that checks every 15 minutes from 7pm to 7am, if it finds the door open it will automatically close the door (this is a cludgy workaround but it appears to be working) I don’t have any home automation, but believe that there are ways to accomplish the “time to close” using IFTT or other. I’m hoping that it will be a feature that the manufacturer adds this feature to the MyQ app in the future.
The MyQ app gives you the option to touch the button for your garage door or “press and hold” to activate (possibly more secure). I just set it touch.
You can set up multiple authentication methods for the app, I believe that the default is always logged in. I prefer FaceID and elected that option instead.
The MyQ app also provides configurable notifications or email notifications when the door is opened or closed. I elected to only get notifications sent to me on the phone (not email). I turned off notifications on y wife’s phone.
So far, I’m pleased with this purchase and believe it will meet our needs.
| Manufacturer | Chamberlain |
|---|---|
| Part Number | MYQ-G0401-ES |
| Item Weight | 13.1 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 2.6 x 2.6 x 0.8 inches |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Item model number | MYQ-G0401-ES |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |
| Size | 2.6 |
| Color | White |
| Style | Smart Garage Control (New Version) |
| Shape | Square |
| Voltage | 100240 Volts |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Type of Bulb | LED |
| Special Features | Universal |
| Usage | Inside; Amateur |
| Included Components | Hub, Door Sensor |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Manganese Dioxide |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
