# KEVIN 3.0 — Frequently Asked Questions

> Concise, fact-based answers to common questions about KEVIN 3.0 by Mitipi.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-17. Source of truth: https://mitipi.eu (pricing, features and about pages) and config/entity.json in the theme repository.

## What is KEVIN 3.0?

KEVIN 3.0 is a home-security presence simulator and burglar deterrent made by Mitipi, a Swiss company. It makes an empty home look and sound occupied by simulating a believable human presence with patented light and shadow effects and authentic pre-recorded household sound.

## How is Kevin different from a camera or alarm?

Cameras and alarms react *after* an intruder has already approached or entered. Kevin works the other way around: it focuses on **prevention**, deterring intruders **before** they approach by making the property appear lived-in.

## Does Kevin use cameras or microphones?

No. Kevin has **no camera and no microphone**. It does not listen, and it does not share data with third parties. All simulations are stored and played locally on the device.

## How does Kevin simulate someone being home?

It combines three things: patented **light** effects that mimic the changing light of an occupied room, moving **shadow** effects that suggest people moving inside, and authentic pre-recorded **household sounds**. These are drawn from a library of 70+ hours of alternating, non-repeating simulations stored on the device.

## What happens if my Wi-Fi is jammed?

Kevin keeps working. Because its simulations are stored and played **locally on the device**, it continues to simulate a presence even if the Wi-Fi is jammed — a tactic that can disable many internet-dependent cameras and alarms. Kevin supports both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

## How much power does Kevin use?

Kevin is mains powered through a 3 m cable and typically uses around **9 W**, which is a low level of power consumption for continuous operation.

## How big is Kevin?

Kevin measures approximately **21.2 × 10.2 × 9.2 cm**.

## Can I use Kevin when I'm home?

Yes. When you are home, Kevin doubles as a **Bluetooth speaker** and a **lamp**, so it stays useful as part of everyday life and not only while you are away.

## Is there a subscription?

No. Kevin is a **one-time purchase** of **€579.95** with **no monitoring subscription**. It also includes **lifetime software updates**. Optional colour front covers cost €29.95 each.

## How much storage does Kevin have?

**32 GB** on the device. Every scene plays from that local storage, which is why Kevin keeps working when the Wi-Fi is jammed.

## Can I return Kevin?

Yes, within **30 days**. Try it at home, step outside after dark and look at your own window.

## What's the warranty and delivery?

Kevin comes with a **3-year Swiss warranty** and **free delivery across Europe**.

## Who is Kevin for?

Kevin suits anyone who wants an unattended property to appear occupied — for example people living alone, families on holiday, frequent business travellers, expats, students moving to a new city for the first time, retirees, widows and elderly couples, single mothers, owners of second homes, cabins, boats and yachts, and offices, shops, and small businesses.

## Where can I learn more?

Visit https://mitipi.eu or email hello@mitipi.eu. An independent review of the third-generation Kevin has also been published by Galaxus (https://www.galaxus.ch).