5 features about the Gira G1 every integrator should know

The Gira G1 is a powerful wall-mounted control interface designed for modern Smart Home and building automation systems. With the second-generation update, it delivers improved performance, better usability, and a clearer product range that now includes the more compact Gira G1 XS.

For integrators, the key is understanding not just what it does, but how the two models differ in real project applications.

Here are 5 key features every installer should know.

1. Two devices, two project strategies

The biggest update is that the G1 is no longer a single solution.

• Gira G1: premium 7-inch control device for full-feature installations

• Gira G1 XS: compact 6-inch version designed for cost-optimised projects

Both devices serve the same purpose, but the XS focuses on essential smart home functionality, while the G1 supports more advanced system integration and expanded feature sets.
For integrators, this means you can now choose hardware based on budget and project complexity without changing the ecosystem.

2. Flexible system integration

Both devices support modern KNX-based smart home and building automation environments.
They function as intuitive control interfaces for:

• Lighting
• Shading
• HVAC
• Scenes
• Security functions

The key advantage for installers is consistency: once configured, both devices behave similarly from a user perspective, reducing commissioning complexity across different project types.

3. KNX Secure and future-ready communication

Both G1 and G1 XS support KNX Secure, ensuring encrypted communication within KNX installations.
This is increasingly important for:

• High-end residential projects
• Multi-unit developments
• Projects requiring secure commissioning standards

For integrators, this ensures the system remains compliant with evolving KNX security requirements.

4. Installation flexibility and fast commissioning

The G1 range is designed to reduce installation friction.

Key points:

• Supports PoE (G1 XS and G1) or 24V (G1 only)
• Fits standard 2-gang flush-mounted boxes
• Commissioning via Gira Project Assistant (GPA)
• ETS start-up supported on G1 XS for KNX projects

This gives installers flexibility depending on the project requirements and level of KNX integration.

5. Built-in control for real building functions

Both devices act as central control points for everyday building automation functions:

• Lighting control and scene management
• Shading based on time and sunlight
• Heating and HVAC control per room
• Door communication (Gira DCS and SIP integration)
• Multimedia control (e.g. Sonos integration)

The interface is designed to centralise functions that would normally require multiple devices, reducing wall clutter and improving user experience.

Final thoughts

The Gira G1 range now offers two clear options for integrators:

• The G1 for premium, feature-rich installations

• The G1 XS for compact, cost-efficient projects without losing core functionality

For installers, this means more flexibility in design, pricing, and system architecture while staying within a single ecosystem.