openHAB
openHAB is free, open-source home automation software that runs on your own hardware and can work without a cloud service. It connects more than 400 technologies and systems, with over 3,000 supported things available through add-ons. Its automation engine supports rules, time and event triggers, scripts, actions, notifications, and voice control. Servers can run on Linux, macOS, Windows, Raspberry Pi, Docker, and Synology, with access through web, Android, iOS, and other apps. Integrations include Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Apple HomeKit. The project says data stays privately at home and local devices are contacted directly when possible. The myopenhab.org cloud service is free when used with the openHAB Cloud connector. For Raspberry Pi, the openHABian image supplies setup with pre-configured settings and software. The project describes itself as vendor-neutral and says it avoids lock-in; community members share examples and tutorials and help users.
Who it is for
openHAB suits people who want home automation running on hardware they control and who need connections across varied devices and systems. Raspberry Pi users can use the openHABian image for a pre-configured setup.
What is good
- Free and open-source software.
- Can operate without a cloud service.
- Supports more than 400 technologies and systems.
- Automation includes rules, triggers, scripts, and notifications.
- Free cloud service available through the connector.
What to know first
- Runs on the user's own hardware.
- No team-sharing or administrator features are stated.
- No trial or refund policy is stated.
Verdict
openHAB combines local operation with broad technology support and a configurable automation engine. It is a fit for people prepared to run the software on their own hardware.
openHAB plans and pricing
All plansCompared on home automation platforms
- Free plan
- Yes
- Local control
- Yes
- Matter support
- Yes
- Zigbee support
- Yes
- Z-Wave support
- Yes
- Voice assistant support
- Yes
- Camera integration
- Yes
- Energy monitoring
- Yes
