Home Assistant
Local-first smart home control.
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What it is
Open-source home automation that connects thousands of devices and runs on your own hardware, with no cloud needed.
Good for
People who want one place to control their devices, with privacy.
The catch
It takes time to set up, and some devices need extra work. Plan for a small always-on computer such as a mini PC.
Facts checked on 12 October 2026. We have not yet run a hands-on test of this tool. When we do, it gets a "Tested" mark here. Approximate US list prices for an individual plan, from third-party price trackers checked on 12 Oct 2026. Monthly billing where it exists. Regions, taxes and promotions change them. Confirm at the vendor before you decide.
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