Home Assistant AlternativesTop Home Automation Tools and other similar apps like Home Assistant

One of the most popular alternatives to Home Assistant is openHAB, which is free and open source. Other popular alternatives are ioBroker, Homebridge, Google Home and Domika. There's no shortage of Home Automation Tools like Home Assistant, with more than 25 alternatives for Linux, Mac, Android, Windows and iPhone.

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  1. openHAB icon
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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.

    54 openHAB alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Apple Watch
    • F-Droid
    • Kodi
    • Cloudron
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  2. ioBroker icon
     46 likes

    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.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Node.JS
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  3. Homebridge icon
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    Homebridge is a lightweight NodeJS server you can run on your home network that emulates the iOS HomeKit API. It supports Plugins, which are community-contributed modules that provide a basic bridge from HomeKit to various 3rd-party APIs provided by manufacturers of "smart...

    19 Homebridge alternatives

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    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Docker
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  4. Google Home icon
     33 likes

    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.

    48 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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  5. Domika icon
     8 likes

    The only fully native iOS app for Home Assistant. Domika supports home screen widgets, lock screen buttons, control center buttons, and sleek, compact dashboards.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  6. SmartThings icon
     8 likes

    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.

    38 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. Gladys Assistant is a free, open-source home automation platform that runs on your own hardware, so your smart home stays private and keeps working even without an internet connection. It is designed to be simple: a clean, fast interface for everyday use, no terminal required...

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    • Self-Hosted
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Docker
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  8. Domoticz icon
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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.

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    • Mac
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    • Linux
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  9. Home icon
     12 likes

    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.

    33 Home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  10. Jeedom icon
     13 likes

    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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  11. osysHome icon
     3 likes

    osysHome is a Python-based smart home automation system that provides flexible and powerful tools to automate and manage your living space. The system is built on object-oriented programming principles, ensuring modularity, ease of use, and simple functionality expansion.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Python
    • Docker
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  12. Scrypted icon
     4 likes

    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.

    48 Scrypted alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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