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Homey vs SmartThings: catalog facts
HomeySmartThings
Freemium

Homey Cloud can be started for free; hubs, add-ons and subscriptions are paid.

Free

The app is free; compatible devices are bought separately.

Android, iOS, Web, Self-hosted Android, iOS
  • Supports more than 70,000 devices from thousands of brands
  • Simple Flow rules and visual Advanced Flow automations
  • Works with hundreds of device brands
  • Controls and automates devices from one app
  • Fully local operation needs a Homey hub or the self-hosted server
  • Some features and hardware are paid
  • Closed source and tied to Samsung's ecosystem
  • Only useful with compatible smart home devices
Downloadable app, Web application, Self-hosted, Hosted service Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked September 24, 2026

Catalog facts only. Anything “not stated” is unconfirmed. Check full listings for details.