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Home AssistantSmartThings
Freemium

The software is free and open source. Home Assistant Cloud (Nabu Casa) is an optional paid…

 Free

The app is free; compatible devices are bought separately.

Self-hosted, Android, iOS, Web Android, iOS
  • Local control, so many devices keep working with the internet down
  • Integrations for thousands of device types across competing brands
  • Works with hundreds of device brands
  • Controls and automates devices from one app
  • It is a server you have to install, update and back up yourself
  • Integration quality varies; some depend on undocumented vendor APIs
  • Closed source and tied to Samsung's ecosystem
  • Only useful with compatible smart home devices
Self-hosted Downloadable app
Open source Closed source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Not stated if an account is needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 21, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

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