Android Things AlternativesHome Automation Tools and other similar apps like Android Things

Android Things is described as 'Formerly known as Project Brillo, Android Things is Google's IoT (Internet of Things) platform to build connected devices for a wide variety of consumer, retail, and industrial applications' and is a Home Automation tool in the bitcoin & cryptocurrency category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Android Things for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Android, iPhone, Linux and Windows apps. The best Android Things alternative is openHAB, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Android Things are ioBroker, Google Home, Domoticz and SmartThings.

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  1. openHAB icon

    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, Windows, Android & Mac alternative to Android Things.

    • openHAB is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Android Things.

    • openHAB is Free and Open SourceAndroid Things is Free and Proprietary
    • openHAB is Privacy focusedAndroid Things is not according to our users
  2. 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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  4. 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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    • Google Home is Free and ProprietaryAndroid Things is also Free and Proprietary
  5. 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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  6. SmartThings icon

    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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  7. 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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  9. AWS IoT icon

    AWS IoT

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    AWS IoT is a managed cloud platform that lets connected devices easily and securely interact with cloud applications and other devices. AWS IoT can support billions of devices and trillions of messages, and can process and route those messages to AWS endpoints and to other...

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Amazon Web Services
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    • AWS IoT is the most popular SaaS alternative to Android Things.

    • AWS IoT is the most popular commercial alternative to Android Things.

    • AWS IoT is Paid and ProprietaryAndroid Things is Free and Proprietary
  10. 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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  11. Jeedom icon

    Jeedom

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

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Raspbian
    • Raspberry Pi
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  12. 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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    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
     
  14. Control-Freak icon

    Control-Freak

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    General purpose tool to manage, program and automate machines, services and apps.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    Designing devices and user-interfaces for a theater.
     
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