Updated December 2025
Data from Amazon and official Apollo Automation and Sonoff sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor is the safer pick. What pushes it ahead is price and integrations, and its broader overall balance keeps the advantage from looking narrow. The only strong reason to choose Apollo MSR-2 is if its specific feature mix is more important to you than the overall verdict. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor.
| Feature | Apollo MSR-2 | SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $35.69 | $26.99 | SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor |
| Integrations | Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT | SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor |
| Weather Resistance | NO | NO | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wifi | Zigbee | Tie |
| Sensors | Presence, Light | Presence, Light | Tie |
| Alerts | Presence Alerts | Presence Alerts | Tie |
| Multi-Person Detection | NO | NO | Tie |
$35.69
- - Price: $35.69 vs $26.99
- - Integrations: Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT
Winner
$26.99
- + Price: $26.99
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Which is better overall: Apollo MSR-2 or SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor?
- SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and integrations.
- What is the biggest difference between Apollo MSR-2 and SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor?
- Price is one of the clearest differences: Apollo MSR-2 lists $35.69, while SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor lists $26.99.
- Which one looks better on price?
- Apollo MSR-2 is listed at $35.69, while SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor is listed at $26.99. SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor (better spec).
- Who should buy Apollo MSR-2?
- Choose Apollo MSR-2 if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.
- Who should buy SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor?
- Choose SONOFF Zigbee Human Presence Sensor if your priority is price and integrations and that matters more than the competing advantages.
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