Control4 AlternativesHome Automation Tools and other similar apps like Control4

Control4 is described as 'Manufactures a complete line of affordable wired and wireless smart home systems and home automation software products to enable lighting control, temperature control, whole home audio distribution, security and energy management for homes' and is a Home Automation tool in the bitcoin & cryptocurrency category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Control4 for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Android, Mac, Windows and iPhone apps. The best Control4 alternative is Home Assistant, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Control4 are openHAB, Homebridge, ioBroker and Google Home.

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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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • 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 Control4.

    • Home Assistant is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Control4.

    • Home Assistant is Free and Open SourceControl4 is Free and Proprietary
    • Home Assistant is Privacy focused, Lightweight and CustomizableControl4 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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apple Watch
    • F-Droid
    • Kodi
    • Cloudron
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    • openHAB is the most popular Web-based alternative to Control4.

    • openHAB is Free and Open SourceControl4 is Free and Proprietary
    • openHAB is Privacy focusedControl4 is not according to our users
  4. 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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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  5. ioBroker icon

    ioBroker

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    ioBroker is an 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.

    48 ioBroker alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS
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  6. 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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
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  7. 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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  9. Domoticz icon

    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

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Windows
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  11. Scrypted icon

    Scrypted

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    Scrypted integrates with the three major home hubs. Control your things with via voice or your preferred app, whether it is Google Home, Apple HomeKit, or Amazon Alexa.

    45 Scrypted alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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  12. Mi Home icon

    Mi Home

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    A professional app to help you manage your intelligent devices.

    36 Mi Home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  13. Lazy icon

    Lazy

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    Context switching is poison for productivity. When you get that brilliant idea or see something inspiring, you should be able to take smart notes without switching app or tabs. That’s Lazy. One ? shortcut to capture anywhere.

    30 Lazy alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Mac
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  14. emteria.OS icon

    emteria.OS

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    Industrial Android™ with emteria.OS Building, extending, customizing and maintaining embedded Android platform for reliable industrial applications and products.

    53 emteria.OS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
     

    • emteria.OS is the most popular commercial alternative to Control4.

    • emteria.OS is Paid and Open SourceControl4 is Free and Proprietary
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