Bosch Smart Home
What Bosch Smart Home is
Bosch Smart Home connects compatible Bosch and partner devices through the Smart Home Controller II and Bosch Smart Home app. The controller is the required basis of a system, and Bosch says each system can use exactly one controller. Manage devices remotely through the app, voice assistants, automations, scenarios, and preconfigured services. Listed integrations include Matter, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, BMW, Philips Hue, Osram LEDVANCE Smart+, and Home Connect. The latter supports Bosch, Siemens, and Gaggenau washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, and coffee machines. Bosch says personal data is stored locally on the controller rather than external servers; remote-access data is encrypted during transfer to a phone or tablet. The app requires Android 8.0 or later or iOS 15.5 or later, and beta operating-system versions are unsupported. Bosch Smart Home is freemium, with a free plan and Home+ at €4.99 per month. Home+ includes up to three systems, 400 camera clips per camera, 30-day cloud storage, and clips up to 60 seconds.
Who it suits
It suits people building a connected home with Bosch and partner devices who want app, voice-assistant, or automated control. Check device compatibility and the app's operating-system requirements before choosing it.
What it does well
- Matter, Zigbee, and voice assistant support.
- Local data storage on the controller.
- Remote access through the app.
- Integrates with Home Connect appliances.
- Free plan available.
What to know first
- Requires exactly one controller per system.
- App requires Android 8.0 or iOS 15.5 or later.
- Home+ has no free trial.
- Home+ costs €4.99 per month.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Home+ | €4.99 per month · up to 3 Bosch Smart Home systems · up to 400 clips per camera · 30-day cloud storage · clips up to 60 seconds | €4.99 a month |
| Home+ | €49.99 per year · up to 3 Bosch Smart Home systems · up to 400 clips per camera · 30-day cloud storage · clips up to 60 seconds | €49.99 a year |
As bosch-smarthome.com lists them, read 28 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit the Bosch Smart Home website.
- Get a Smart Home Controller II; the system requires exactly one controller.
- Install the Bosch Smart Home app on Android 8.0 or higher or iOS 15.5 or higher.
- Connect Bosch and partner devices through the controller and app.
- Choose the free plan or Home+ at €4.99 per month if you need its listed cloud clip features.
Verdict
Bosch Smart Home combines app-based control, automation, and a broad set of listed integrations, with data stored locally on its controller. Its one-controller requirement and mobile operating-system minimums are important compatibility considerations.
Questions
Is Bosch Smart Home free?
Bosch Smart Home is listed as freemium, with a free plan and Home+ at €4.99 per month.
What does Home+ include?
Home+ includes up to three Bosch Smart Home systems, up to 400 clips per camera, 30-day cloud storage, and clips up to 60 seconds.
Is there a Home+ free trial?
No. Bosch states that Home+ has no free trial period.
Which platforms does the Bosch Smart Home app support?
The listed platforms are Android, iOS, and macOS. The app requires Android 8.0 or higher or iOS 15.5 or higher; beta versions are unsupported.
Which systems and products does Bosch Smart Home integrate with?
Listed integrations include Matter, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, BMW, Philips Hue, Osram LEDVANCE Smart+, and Home Connect. Home Connect supports Bosch, Siemens, and Gaggenau appliances.
How many controllers does a Smart Home system need?
Bosch says exactly one controller is required, and multiple controllers cannot operate in one Smart Home system.
Facts from Bosch Smart Home's own pages
- Automation
- The system can be controlled through voice assistants, automations, scenarios, preconfigured services and the app remotely. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Camera integration
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Company history
- Bosch Smart Home GmbH was established in 2016 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Controller role
- The Smart Home Controller II connects Bosch and partner devices with the Bosch Smart Home app and is the basis for using the system. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Customer focus
- Bosch says its products are designed to be easy to install, easy to operate and versatile, and that it offers consultancy, installation and direct contact services. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Encrypted access
- When remote access is used, Bosch says data is encrypted and securely transferred to the smartphone or tablet. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Energy monitoring
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Home Connect
- Home Connect integration supports Bosch, Siemens and Gaggenau appliances including washing machines, dryers, dishwashers and coffee machines. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Home+ trial
- Bosch states that Home+ has no free trial period. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations
- Listed integrations include Matter, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, BMW, Philips Hue, Osram LEDVANCE Smart+ and Home Connect. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Local control
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Local data storage
- Bosch states that personal data is stored securely and locally on the Smart Home Controller rather than on external servers. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Matter
- The Smart Home Controller II is ready for the Matter wireless standard, and Bosch [+M] products can integrate directly into Matter systems. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Matter support
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Mobile requirements
- The Bosch Smart Home app requires Android 8.0 or higher and iOS 15.5 or higher; beta versions are not supported. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Purpose
- Bosch Smart Home provides intelligent, connected and automated solutions intended to make everyday life easier and safer. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Support
- Bosch provides product help, application help, compatibility help, downloads, system requirements, software-update information and a contact form with initial AI-based assessment. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- System limit
- Bosch states that it is technically not possible to operate multiple controllers in one Smart Home system and exactly one controller is required. · bosch-smarthome.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Voice assistant support
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
- Zigbee support
- Yes · bosch-smarthome.com, 24 Sept 2026
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