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Gladys Assistant vs Apple Home: catalog facts
Gladys Assistant	Apple Home
Free Free and open source.	Free Included free on Apple devices; a home hub device is needed for full functionality.
Web, Self-hosted	macOS, iOS
Runs locally with no mandatory cloud One Docker command to install	Simple accessory pairing by scanning a code Guest access with permissions for locks and alarms
Requires a machine running Docker Smaller integration catalogue than the largest home automation platforms	Only runs on Apple devices Full features need a HomePod or Apple TV as a home hub
Self-hosted	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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