Shelly BLU Gateway | Bluetooth WiFi Gateway in a USB-A dongle | Home Automation | Compatible with Alexa & Google Home | iOS Android App | WiFi Range

The Shelly BLU Gateway is a Bluetooth WiFi gateway that comes in a USB-A dongle form. It is designed for home automation and is compatible with Alexa and Google Home, featuring an iOS and Android app for control. One user mentioned using the device to connect Bluetooth temperature sensors around their house and noted that it took a few attempts to set up the gateway onto their network. The user described the process of setting it up through their phone's setup Wi-Fi network and configuring it from there in a browser. Once set up, they were able to connect it with Home Assistant and observed improved readings for all devices. Another user, who integrated it with HA Integration, lauded its perfect compatibility and local applicability, giving it a 5-star rating. They did mention the current limitation of not being able to use a Webhook, but overall found the product to be a perfect fit for their needs. One reviewer, however, expressed dissatisfaction, stating that the device only works with programmed scripts and found it useless, resulting in a return of the product. Overall, the Shelly BLU Gateway received positive feedback for its compatibility with home automation systems, ease of integration with Home Assistant, and improved functionality in aggregating data from Bluetooth devices. However, there were some concerns regarding the initial setup process and the requirement for programming skills to use the device effectively. **