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OpenRemoteioBroker
Free

Free and open source; the company also offers paid services.

 Free

Free and open source.

Web, Self-hosted Web, Self-hosted
  • Several rule engines, from when-then to Groovy scripts
  • MQTT, HTTP/REST and WebSocket connectivity
  • Hundreds of adapters for devices, protocols and online services
  • Covers both smart home and building automation
  • Broad platform with a learning curve for small home setups
  • Default setup uses a self-signed certificate
  • Configuring many adapters takes time
  • You run and maintain the server yourself
Self-hosted Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License: AGPL-3.0 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 23, 2026

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