# \[APP\] Tuya - Connect any Tuya device with Homey (by Tuya Inc. / Athom) **URL:** \ **Category:** Apps\ **Tags:** app\ **Created:** [March 21, 2024, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779 "2024-03-21T15:55:42Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 56
**Author:** ![smarthomesven](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/smarthomesven/32/79712_2.png) [@smarthomesven](https://community.homey.app/u/smarthomesven)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2025, 11:13am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1142 "2025-12-16T11:13:23Z")
I also had to repair them when I restarted the app. It looks like whenever the app is restarted, the devices need to be repaired ---
**Author:** ![Mariomark1541](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/mariomark1541/32/178160_2.png) [@Mariomark1541](https://community.homey.app/u/Mariomark1541)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2025, 11:28am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1143 "2025-12-16T11:28:23Z")
Have the same issue ---
**Author:** ![Andy\_Henderson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/andy_henderson/32/80642_2.png) [@Andy\_Henderson](https://community.homey.app/u/Andy_Henderson)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2025, 11:47am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1144 "2025-12-16T11:47:05Z")
> [@smarthomesven](#): > > I also had to repair them when I restarted the app. It looks like whenever the app is restarted, the devices need to be repaired That’s not my experience. I just restarted Homey and all my devices came back. That’s the second time I’ve done that. I’m wondering whether there’s some kind of time during which authentication still works but after that time a restart will trigger the issue. Andy ---
**Author:** ![Rudi\_Hendrix](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/rudi_hendrix/32/31931_2.png) [@Rudi\_Hendrix](https://community.homey.app/u/Rudi_Hendrix)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2025, 4:05pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1145 "2025-12-17T16:05:22Z")
Some work can still be done here I think. I currently have Tuya Cloud and Tuya (the one from Drenso) installed. All my Tuya WiFi devices are now in Homey twice which is actually nice… Yet it seems that for example the power metering of the Tuya Cloud instance is updated more often than the power metering of the (Homey Drenso) Tuya app. And of course: I had to repair a few times now. Something that I never had to do with the Tuya Cloud app. Apart from that this seems to be a very good initiative! And the color changing of lights seems better. Will continue to test! ---
**Author:** ![SamB](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/samb/32/16535_2.png) [@SamB](https://community.homey.app/u/SamB)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2025, 8:30am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1146 "2025-12-18T08:30:50Z")
I am a bit stuck here too. I understand I can control the device using a flow but can’ t I tie that flow to the press of the button that’s created with the device? ---
**Author:** ![SunBeech](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/sunbeech/32/111391_2.png) [@SunBeech](https://community.homey.app/u/SunBeech)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2025, 10:44am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1147 "2025-12-18T10:44:47Z")
I think the only option for ‘Other devices’ is to create an additional virtual device that contains the controls (like buttons) and capability read-outs/sensors (like temperature, humidity) that you want. The Advanced Virtual Device from the [Device Capabilities](https://homey.app/en-nl/app/nl.qluster-it.DeviceCapabilities/Device-Capabilities/) app allows you to to this. You can use the buttons to trigger a flow that commands your device, and flows that update the sensors in the virtual device. Basically you are building your own device, so it requires some work. Check this forum topic on the Advanced Virtual Device: [[APP][Pro] Advanced Virtual Device (Device Capabilities App) with Unique Text Status Indicator](https://community.homey.app/t/app-pro-advanced-virtual-device-device-capabilities-app-with-unique-text-status-indicator/68198) ---
**Author:** ![SamB](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/samb/32/16535_2.png) [@SamB](https://community.homey.app/u/SamB)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2025, 1:51pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1148 "2025-12-18T13:51:22Z")
Ah perfect I have tried this and managed to so far get the temperature working so I can set the temperature and also turn the kettle on/off with the virtual device! thanks @SunBeech ---
**Author:** ![Andy\_Henderson](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/andy_henderson/32/80642_2.png) [@Andy\_Henderson](https://community.homey.app/u/Andy_Henderson)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2025, 1:54pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1149 "2025-12-18T13:54:48Z")
> [@SamB](#): > > I am a bit stuck here too. I understand I can control the device using a flow but can’ t I tie that flow to the press of the button that’s created with the device? For supported button devices you will see a When card that activates when you press the button. For unsupported devices, go to the Devices page in the [Homey developer tools](https://tools.developer.homey.app/tools/devices) and look under Capabilities. If you see a capability that reacts to your button (the tools react in real time) make a note of the capability name and type. Tthen delete and re-add your device as ‘Other’. You will then be able to use a When card like ‘Status xxx gets a new yyy value’ where xxx is the capability name and yyy is its type. You can also use the Then cards for ‘Other’ devices to change the value of capabilities allowing you to do anything the device supports. ---
**Author:** ![vegarnaess](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/vegarnaess/32/77162_2.png) [@vegarnaess](https://community.homey.app/u/vegarnaess)\ **Post date:** [December 18, 2025, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1150 "2025-12-18T19:37:12Z")
Is there any support for the Temperatur and Humidity/Climate sensor with external probe? I have added it in the Tuya app but it won’t be added in Homey. I can find it as an “other” device but then I can’t see any data from it. ---
**Author:** ![Philip\_E](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/philip_e/32/50429_2.png) [@Philip\_E](https://community.homey.app/u/Philip_E)\ **Post date:** [January 15, 2026, 7:19am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1151 "2026-01-15T07:19:02Z")
same here - included, but no sensor data ---
**Author:** ![Rudi\_Hendrix](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/rudi_hendrix/32/31931_2.png) [@Rudi\_Hendrix](https://community.homey.app/u/Rudi_Hendrix)\ **Post date:** [January 31, 2026, 12:53pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1152 "2026-01-31T12:53:32Z")
Old one… while I am still somewhat disappointed with the lack of functionality to use the feed and show it on TVs, Google Home Hub etc using my Eufy doorbell camera, I was wondering if this is possible with the current version of the Homey Tuya app. So, can I buy an Action camera and use the feed? ---
**Author:** ![Rudi\_Hendrix](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/rudi_hendrix/32/31931_2.png) [@Rudi\_Hendrix](https://community.homey.app/u/Rudi_Hendrix)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1153 "2026-02-03T14:34:33Z")
No experience with this whatsoever? ---
**Author:** ![Tore\_Th](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/tore_th/32/120986_2.png) [@Tore\_Th](https://community.homey.app/u/Tore_Th)\ **Post date:** [February 5, 2026, 9:16am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1154 "2026-02-05T09:16:10Z")
It’s extremely annoying that CTRL+F doesn’t work properly on this forum - so maybe it’s been stated without me being able to find it. Does anyone have a working link for where to request device support? I’ve added a flood sensor as “other”. ---
**Author:** ![smarthomesven](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/smarthomesven/32/79712_2.png) [@smarthomesven](https://community.homey.app/u/smarthomesven)\ **Post date:** [February 5, 2026, 9:52am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1155 "2026-02-05T09:52:55Z")
You can request device support here: > **[Tuya | Homey](https://homey.app/en-us/app/com.tuya2/Tuya/)** > > Smart Life. Smart Living. Click the Support link in this App Store page ---
**Author:** ![Rudi\_Hendrix](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/rudi_hendrix/32/31931_2.png) [@Rudi\_Hendrix](https://community.homey.app/u/Rudi_Hendrix)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1156 "2026-07-20T18:13:53Z")
It’s broken in my case. Someone complained in the Tuya Cloud topic. However that one is still working. All devices connected mention to be unavailable ---
**Author:** ![Doekse](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/doekse/32/109415_2.png) [@Doekse](https://community.homey.app/u/Doekse)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 6:21pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1157 "2026-07-20T18:21:13Z")
You mean the official Tuya App by Drenso? ---
**Author:** ![smarthomesven](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/smarthomesven/32/79712_2.png) [@smarthomesven](https://community.homey.app/u/smarthomesven)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1158 "2026-07-20T18:26:35Z")
Still works fine here. Official Tuya app by Drenso. Have you tried restarting the app? ---
**Author:** ![Rudi\_Hendrix](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/rudi_hendrix/32/31931_2.png) [@Rudi\_Hendrix](https://community.homey.app/u/Rudi_Hendrix)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1159 "2026-07-20T18:28:28Z")
Yes and I just got home, “repaired” it and connected to my account again. Everything is fine. It just happens to happen on the same day that Jurgen Heine did an update on the Tuya Cloud app. And I have all my Tuya devices still added as part of the Tuya Cloud app and this Tuya Official app. Thanks for the quick response, @Doekse ! ---
**Author:** ![SunBeech](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/sunbeech/32/111391_2.png) [@SunBeech](https://community.homey.app/u/SunBeech)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1160 "2026-07-20T18:32:45Z")
> [@Rudi\_Hendrix](#): > > It just happens to happen on the same day that Jurgen Heine did an update on the Tuya Cloud app. Are you sure? Jurgen’s Tuya Cloud app was last updated on Aug 18, 2025: ![IMG_2802](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/uploads/athom/original/3X/b/4/b4642fd2d5735a4f8603fe0328f34ef7aac31c3a.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![Doekse](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/doekse/32/109415_2.png) [@Doekse](https://community.homey.app/u/Doekse)\ **Post date:** [July 20, 2026, 7:03pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779/1161 "2026-07-20T19:03:16Z")
I would suggest creating a diagnostic report and reaching out to Drenso if a restart doesn’t work, like @smarthomesven suggested. [Previous page](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779.md?page=55) [Next page](https://community.homey.app/t/app-tuya-connect-any-tuya-device-with-homey-by-tuya-inc-athom/106779.md?page=57)