Homebridge AlternativesHome Automation Tools and other similar apps like Homebridge

Homebridge is described as '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' and is a Home Automation tool in the home & family category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Homebridge for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Linux, Web-based and Mac apps. The best Homebridge alternative is Home Assistant, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Homebridge are openHAB, Domika, 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

    Application type

    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
    Home Assistant screenshot 1
     

    • Home Assistant is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Homebridge.

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

    • Home Assistant is Free and Open SourceHomebridge is also Free and Open Source
    • Home Assistant is Privacy focused, Lightweight and CustomizableHomebridge is not according to our users
  2. 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
    openHAB 2.0 Basic UI showing a simple demo setup
     

    • openHAB is the most popular Web-based alternative to Homebridge.

    • openHAB is Free and Open SourceHomebridge is also Free and Open Source
    • openHAB is Privacy focusedHomebridge is not according to our users
  4. Domika icon

    Domika

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    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

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    • Domika is the most popular commercial alternative to Homebridge.

    • Domika is Paid and ProprietaryHomebridge is Free and Open Source
    • Domika is Privacy focusedHomebridge is not according to our users
  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
    Google Home screenshot 1
     
  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
    Home screenshot 1
     
  9. 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
    Scrypted screenshot 1
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  10. Homeway icon

    Homeway

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    Level up your Home Assistant with free, secure, and private remote access with Homeway. Voice control your home with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant seamlessly integrated with Home Assistant via Homeway.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Homegear

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    Connect Homematic and other smart home devices to your smarthome system (openHAB, NodeRED, etc.).

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
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  12. Homify icon

    Homify

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    Homify is an open-source smart-home platform running on PHP using the Laravel framework. The entire application is built using a modular approach so support for other devices or actions can be implemented easily.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Raspberry Pi
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  13. Nim Home Assistant (NimHA) icon

    Nim Home Assistant (NimHA)

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    Nim Home Assistant is an open-source home automation platform running on Nim. Track and control devices at home and automate control. Installation in less than a minute. NimHA is developed to run on small devices, e.g. a Raspberry Pi.

    25 Nim Home Assistant (NimHA) alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
     
  14. Homey – A better smart home icon

    Homey – A better smart home

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    Control, automate and monitor your entire smart home with Homey. Access Homey from anywhere in the world and manage all your devices from one central place.

    11 Homey – A better smart home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once or Subscription)
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    Homey – A better smart home screenshot 1
     

    • Homey – A better smart home is the most popular SaaS alternative to Homebridge.

    • Homey – A better smart home is Freemium and ProprietaryHomebridge is Free and Open Source
    • Homey – A better smart home is Privacy focusedHomebridge is not according to our users
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