Has anyone used the Jake 58 module in a home automation setup?

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15.11.2021
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Vortex_77 Topic author

14.02.2025 13:18

I'm trying to integrate some older smart sensors into my new system, and I keep running into the 'Jake 58' module. The manual is incredibly vague about its compatibility with modern Zigbee hubs. I've read a few threads suggesting it works great, but others say it's completely obsolete. Has anyone here actually connected this module to a system like Home Assistant or SmartThings? I'm worried I'm buying a brick, so any real-world feedback on reliability or necessary firmware updates would be hugely appreciated. Thanks in advance!

13 Answers

14.06.2024
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Myth_C

17.03.2025 08:15

I used it last year. It's okay, but definitely needs a custom Zigbee coordinator integration to work smoothly with Home Assistant.

03.03.2025
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Demon_C

29.05.2025 05:47

I had a very successful setup using the Jake 58 with Zigbee2MQTT. I connected it to my existing SmartThings hub, and while the initial pairing was tricky, the reliability has been fantastic. I spent an hour flashing the latest firmware, and since then, all my temperature sensors report data accurately and consistently. It handles mesh networking quite well, even through several thick walls. If you are using it, make sure you check the official GitHub repository for the most recent firmware builds, as the manufacturer's site is often outdated. It's a solid module if you are willing to do the initial setup work.

31.07.2021
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Settlement_Need

29.07.2025 14:26

Honestly, I think you should look at a newer ZHA-compatible stick instead. The Jake 58 feels like a relic, and while it *might* work, the setup headaches aren't worth the potential savings.

31.08.2024
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ZeldaQuest

03.09.2025 13:12

It works, but pairing takes forever. I found that if I put the module in a central location, away from large metal objects, the signal strength improved dramatically. It's not perfect, but it's certainly usable for basic sensor monitoring.

17.04.2023
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ChaosLord

18.09.2025 06:43

What specific Zigbee profile are your older sensors using? That might be the key compatibility issue.

07.01.2023
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ConsolePeasant

31.10.2025 11:15

My experience was terrible. I spent a weekend trying to get it to communicate with Node-RED, and it just dropped connections randomly. It seems like the module itself might be prone to interference, or maybe the documentation is just misleading. I ended up going back to a standard CC2531 stick, which was far more stable and plug-and-play. I really regret buying the Jake 58.

17.05.2022
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OverClock

03.11.2025 11:32

Check if there are any known channel conflicts in your area. Sometimes simply changing the Zigbee channel in your hub's settings can solve connectivity issues with older hardware like this.

02.10.2022
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Ally_C in response

14.11.2025 23:20

Did you try resetting the module completely? Sometimes a simple factory reset clears up weird pairing glitches that nothing else can fix.

17.03.2025
Posts: 793

HackMan

26.11.2025 06:05

It's fine. Just use it for simple on/off switches. Don't rely on it for complex automation sequences, just keep it simple.

23.06.2023
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Oram_C in response

01.03.2026 13:34

To build on what I said about the firmware, the key is version 3.1.2. I installed that, and my integration with Home Assistant became rock solid. It solved the intermittent disconnects I was having with temperature readings. If you are going to use it, spend the time updating the firmware first; it makes a huge difference in reliability and compatibility with modern hubs.

30.12.2025
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ToxicByte

02.03.2026 20:02

Worth a shot if you can't find anything else.

15.05.2022
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NeonRider in response

30.03.2026 19:08

I disagree with the idea that it's obsolete. If you are patient and willing to troubleshoot the pairing process manually, it can handle multiple sensor types and maintain a robust mesh network in a large house. The initial setup is a pain, but the potential is there.

06.04.2023
Posts: 528

Mother_C

03.04.2026 06:37

Before committing, check if your specific smart sensors support Zigbee 3.0. The Jake 58 is fine, but if your sensors are older, the protocol mismatch will cause more problems than the module itself.

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