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

     194 likes

    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.

    46 Home Assistant alternatives

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    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
    • Cloudron
    • Kodi
    • Apple Car Play
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    Home Assistant vs openHAB Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    hundvd7
    0

    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
    1

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

    Guest
    Positive
    0

    No Java, much more performant, more modern, robust

    3 of 6 comments
    • Home Assistant is Free and Open SourceopenHAB is also Free and Open Source
    • Home Assistant is Customizable and LightweightopenHAB is not according to our users
  2. ioBroker icon

    ioBroker

     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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    ioBroker vs openHAB Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It is written in JavaScript and very flexible and robust.

    hendrikschulze1
    Positive
    0

    Easy to use, endless possibilities.

    • ioBroker is Free and Open SourceopenHAB is also Free and Open Source
  4. Homebridge icon

    Homebridge

     14 likes

    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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    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Docker
    Homebridge screenshot 1
     
  5. Domoticz icon

    Domoticz

     18 likes

    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.

    42 Domoticz alternatives

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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  7. SmartThings icon

    SmartThings

     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.

    39 SmartThings alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Android Auto
    • Android Wear
    • Windows
    SmartThings screenshot 1
     
  8. Mi Home icon

    Mi Home

     Like

    A professional app to help you manage your intelligent devices.

    38 Mi Home alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  9. Google Home icon

    Google Home

     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.

    49 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
     
  10. AWS IoT icon

    AWS IoT

     2 likes

    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

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Amazon Web Services
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  11. EVA ICS icon

    EVA ICS

     2 likes

    EVA ICS is a platform for automated control and monitoring systems development, for any needs, from home/office to industrial setups. It is completely free for non-commercial use as well as for commercial, on condition that enterprise integrates it on its own.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Self-Hosted
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  12. Nest Mobile icon

    Nest Mobile

     4 likes

    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
    Nest Mobile screenshot 1
     
  13. FHEM icon

    FHEM

     5 likes

    FHEM (TM) is a GPL'd perl server for house automation. It is used to automate some common tasks in the household like switching lamps / shutters / heating / etc. and to log events like temperature / humidity / power consumption.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
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    FHEM vs openHAB Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    Very stable, supported by a great community, very modest resource requirements, well documented.

    • FHEM is Free and Open SourceopenHAB is also Free and Open Source
  14. osysHome icon

    osysHome

     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
    osysBoard
     
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