ioBroker AlternativesHome Automation Tools and other similar apps like ioBroker

ioBroker is described as 'Integration platform for the Internet of Things, focused on Smart home, Building Automation, Smart Metering, Ambient Assisted Living, Process Automation, Visualization and Data Logging. It aims to be a possible replacement or extension for software like f.e' and is a Home Automation tool in the home & family category. There are more than 25 alternatives to ioBroker for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Mac, Windows, Android and iPhone apps. The best ioBroker alternative is Home Assistant, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like ioBroker are IFTTT, openHAB, Node-RED and Domoticz.

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  1. Home Assistant icon

    Home Assistant

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    Open-source and privacy-first home automation with an emphasis on local control and backed by a worldwide community. Runs on Raspberry Pi or local server.

    43 Home Assistant alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Python
    • F-Droid
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Kodi
    • Cloudron
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    • Home Assistant is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to ioBroker.

    • Home Assistant is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to ioBroker.

    • Home Assistant is Free and Open SourceioBroker is also Free and Open Source
    • Home Assistant is Privacy focused, Lightweight and CustomizableioBroker is not according to our users
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    IFTTT

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    IFTTT automates over 1000 apps, devices, and services with no coding needed, supports 27 million users, partners with 900+ brands, and offers powerful automation features like filter codes, queries, multiple actions, connections, habit tracking, and location-triggered events.

    129 IFTTT alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Wear
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    • IFTTT is the most popular Web-based alternative to ioBroker.

    • IFTTT is Freemium and ProprietaryioBroker is Free and Open Source
    • IFTTT is LightweightioBroker is not according to our users
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    openHAB

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    openHAB is a Java-based open-source home automation platform that integrates and combines a vast range of different smart home systems and technologies into one single solution.

    51 openHAB alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apple Watch
    • F-Droid
    • Kodi
    • Cloudron
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  5. Node-RED icon

    Node-RED

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    Node-RED provides a browser-based flow editor that makes it easy to wire together flows using the wide range nodes in the palette. Flows can be then deployed to the runtime in a single-click.

    30 Node-RED alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS
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    Domoticz

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    Domoticz is a home automation system that lets you monitor and configure various devices like lights, switches, various sensors/meters like temperature, rain, wind, UV, electricity, gas, water and much more. Notifications/alerts can be sent to any mobile device.

    39 Domoticz alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  7. Google Home icon

    Google Home

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    Set up and manage Chromecast, Chromecast Audio, and Google Home with ease. Adjust volume, customize TV visuals, sync speakers, control smart lights, thermostats, and discover new content. Ideal for home automation and media streaming enthusiasts seeking comprehensive device control.

    46 Google Home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
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  9. Homebridge icon

    Homebridge

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    Homebridge is a lightweight NodeJS server you can run on your network that emulates the iOS HomeKit API. It supports Plugins,community-contributed modules, that provide a basic bridge from HomeKit to various 3rd-party APIs of "smart home" devices.

    17 Homebridge alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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    SmartThings

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    Effortlessly manage smart home devices with voice control via Bixby, Alexa, or Google Assistant. Create routines, monitor devices remotely, and track energy using SmartThings Energy. The app integrates smart devices from various brands, providing shared control and security features.

    36 SmartThings alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Windows
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    Jeedom

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    Jeedom is a complete home-automation software. With Jeedom, you can do many things, such as :

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    • Linux
    • Raspbian
    • Raspberry Pi
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    Gladys Assistant

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    Gladys is an open-source program which runs on your Raspberry Pi or Docker. She integrates into your life, seamlessly communicating across your entire home network and your devices while checking your calendar. Based on NodeJS.

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    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Docker
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  13. Home icon

    Home

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    With the new Home app, you can securely control all your Homekit accessories from your favorite iOS device. Have your iPhone turn off the lights. See who’s at the front door from your iPad. And even control things remotely with the help of Apple TV.

    31 Home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  14. Freedomotic icon

    Freedomotic

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    Freedomotic is an open source, flexible, secure Internet of Things (IoT) development framework, useful to build and manage modern smart spaces.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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