The Best openHAB AlternativesTop Home Automation Tools and other similar apps like openHAB

openHAB is described as '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' and is a very popular Home Automation tool in the bitcoin & cryptocurrency category. There are more than 50 alternatives to openHAB for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Android, Mac, Windows and iPhone apps. The best openHAB alternative is Home Assistant, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like openHAB are ioBroker, Homebridge, Domoticz and SmartThings.

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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
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    hundvd7
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    Infinitely customizable, but NOT for beginners. The documentation is utter garbage for anything beyond the absolute basics, which is heightened even more by the even worse quality controlled community addons, which you will definitely need to use.

    Guest
    Positive
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    Much easier to get started, and way more flexible once you get the hang of it.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    No Java, much more performant, more modern, robust

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks Home Assistant is a great openHAB alternative.

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

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

    • Home Assistant is Free and Open SourceopenHAB is also Free and Open Source
    • Home Assistant is Lightweight and CustomizableopenHAB is not according to our users
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    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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    It is written in JavaScript and very flexible and robust.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    hendrikschulze1
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    Easy to use, endless possibilities.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • Almost everyone thinks ioBroker is a great openHAB alternative.

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

    • ioBroker is Free and Open SourceopenHAB is also Free and Open Source
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    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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    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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  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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Android Auto
    • Google Chrome
    • Android Wear
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    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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  10. osysHome icon

    osysHome

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    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

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Python
    • Docker
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    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 openHAB.

    • AWS IoT is the most popular commercial alternative to openHAB.

    • AWS IoT is Paid and ProprietaryopenHAB is Free and Open Source
  12. 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

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  13. 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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  14. Nest Mobile icon

    Nest Mobile

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    Control your home's temperature from your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with the Nest Mobile app. Last-minute trip? Change the temperature from the ski slopes. Coming home early to a cold house? Turn up the heat on your way.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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