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What eWeLink is

eWeLink is a smart home platform for controlling, automating, and monitoring devices from more than 1,000 brands. It supports Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth, and Matter devices, with remote control for functions such as lights, brightness, and temperature. Smart scenes can be triggered by time, device state, or NFC tags. Hands-free control works through Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri Shortcuts; listed integrations include Google Home, SmartThings, IFTTT, Philips Hue, Home Assistant, Yandex Alice, and Olisto. LAN mode allows local control without internet access. The free, self-hosted eWeLink CUBE bridges eWeLink Wi-Fi and multi-brand Zigbee devices into Matter, allowing them to appear in platforms such as Apple Home, Google Home, and Home Assistant. CUBE can run on Raspberry Pi, Windows, macOS, Docker, NAS devices, or virtual machines. The service offers free access and a free trial. Advanced costs $9.90 a year, Prime costs $19.90 a year, and the Camera Plan costs $19.99 a year for one camera with 30-day cloud video storage; continuous video is not stored.

Who it suits

eWeLink suits people managing smart home devices across supported protocols and brands. CUBE may suit those seeking a self-hosted bridge into Matter.

What it does well

  • Supports Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth, and Matter.
  • Scenes can respond to time, device state, or NFC tags.
  • LAN mode enables control without internet access.
  • Free self-hosted CUBE bridges devices into Matter.
  • Advanced is listed at $9.90 a year.

What to know first

  • Camera Plan covers one camera only.
  • Camera Plan does not store continuous video.
  • Camera Plan annual price is 19.99 USD.

Plans

PlanBilled and limitsPrice
Advancedyearly · CarPlay/Android Auto Integration · eWeLink WEB · eWeLink CAST · IFTTT · Webhooks · Camera App · Keyboard Shortcuts · CamSync · expanded capacities · up to 5 Virtual Devices · up to 10 Thermostat Plugins$9.90 a year
Primeyearly · Everything in Advanced · Wear OS Android Watch · SONOFF Official Store Coupons · Floor Plan · eWeLink MCP Server · up to 200 sharing limit per device · up to 10 Virtual Devices · up to 15 Thermostat Plugins$19.90 a year
BasicAll basic features are available for freeFree
Camera Planannual plan gives 13 months of plan benefits · single camera · 30-day cloud video storage · SONOFF CAM Slim GEN 2, CAM-PT2, or CAM-B1P$19.99 a year

As ewelink.cc lists them, read 28 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Getting started

  1. Visit https://ewelink.cc/.
  2. Choose a listed platform: Android, iOS, macOS, web, or Windows.
  3. Start with the free plan or review the paid plans.
  4. Use eWeLink CUBE as a free self-hosted option on a supported system.
  5. For camera cloud storage, choose the Camera Plan for one camera.

Verdict

eWeLink combines remote device control, automation, voice support, and local control. Compare the listed plan features and the Camera Plan's storage limits with your needs.

Questions

Does eWeLink have a free plan?

Yes. eWeLink has a free plan with basic smart-home features. The separate eWeLink CUBE self-hosted system is also free.

How much do the paid plans cost?

Advanced costs $9.90 a year, billed yearly. Prime costs $19.90 a year, billed yearly, and the Camera Plan costs $19.99 a year.

Which platforms does eWeLink support?

The listed platforms are Android, API, iOS, macOS, self-hosted, web, and Windows.

Which smart home protocols does it support?

eWeLink supports Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth, and Matter. It also supports local control through LAN mode.

What does the Camera Plan include?

The annual Camera Plan costs 19.99 USD and provides benefits for one camera, including 30-day cloud video storage. It does not store continuous video.

Can I try Prime for free?

Eligible Prime subscribers can get a 3-day free trial on the monthly plan or a 30-day free trial on the annual plan. Each user can receive one trial.

Facts from eWeLink's own pages

Automation
Smart scenes can be triggered by time, device state, or NFC tags. · ewelink.org, 28 Sept 2026
Camera integration
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026
Camera limits
The Camera Plan is locked to one camera, stores recorded videos for 30 days, and does not store continuous video. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
CUBE ecosystems
CUBE can make bridged devices appear simultaneously in Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, and other Matter-enabled platforms. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
CUBE hardware
CUBE can run on Raspberry Pi, Windows, macOS, Docker, Synology or Ugreen NAS, and virtual machines such as Proxmox or VMware. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Data residency
The privacy policy states that eWeLink currently has data centers in Beijing and Singapore. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Energy monitoring
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026
Free plan
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026
Integrations
The official site lists Amazon Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, IFTTT, Philips Hue, Home Assistant, Yandex Alice, and Olisto as integrations or supported platforms. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
LAN mode
LAN mode enables local device control without internet and is described as providing faster response and uninterrupted control when the network is down. · ewelink.org, 28 Sept 2026
Local control
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026
Matter support
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026
Prime trial
Eligible Prime subscribers can receive a 3-day free trial on the monthly plan or a 30-day free trial on the annual plan, with one trial per user. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Protocols
eWeLink supports Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Bluetooth, and Matter devices. · ewelink.org, 28 Sept 2026
Remote control
The app lets users control smart home devices from anywhere in the world, including lights, brightness, and temperature. · ewelink.org, 28 Sept 2026
Security controls
The privacy policy states that device-server data exchange is encrypted with SSL and users can enable two-step verification. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Security scope
eWeLink's security response scope covers the latest app from the app store, cloud-service open APIs, and firmware in supported devices, with listed exclusions for several announced unmaintained firmwares. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Self-hosted option
eWeLink CUBE is a free self-hosted local system that bridges eWeLink Wi-Fi and multi-brand Zigbee devices into the Matter network. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Support
The official contact page lists [email protected] for support and feedback. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
User footprint
The official home page states that eWeLink has over 30,000,000 users from 172+ countries and regions. · ewelink.cc, 28 Sept 2026
Voice assistant support
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026
Voice control
The app supports hands-free control through Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri Shortcuts. · ewelink.org, 28 Sept 2026
What it does
eWeLink App is an all-in-one smart home platform for controlling, automating, and monitoring devices from 1000+ brands. · ewelink.org, 28 Sept 2026
Zigbee support
Yes · vip.ewelink.cc, 24 Sept 2026

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