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Best Home Automation & Smart Home Software in 2026

Home automation and smart-home software helps you manage connected devices and routines. This page is for people comparing software that runs on Android, iOS, the web, Linux, self-hosted systems or macOS.

  1. 1

    OpenRemote

    Free plan Open source AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    OpenRemote brings asset management, automation, protocol connectivity, dashboards, and access controls together in a self-hostable platform.

    8.5 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    Amazon Alexa

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Choose Amazon Alexa if you want voice control for compatible home devices, music, and tasks through an app or Alexa-enabled device.

    7.6 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    FHEM

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5

    Choose FHEM if you want free local home automation and can provide a continuously available Perl server with compatible hardware.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  4. 4

    Apple Home

    Free plan iPhoneMac

    Apple Home brings accessory controls, camera viewing, guest permissions, and automations into one app. Its device requirements and need for a home hub for remote access are worth noting.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    Google Home

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Google Home combines device control, camera activity, and automation in its mobile app and web controls.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    Calaos

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    Calaos combines home automation, multiple control interfaces, and a wide listed set of hardware integrations.

    7.3 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    HomeSeer HS4

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3

    HS4 centers on local home automation, with device integrations, camera tools, and alerts. Consider the listed license cost and MyHS subscription requirement for selected voice and IFTTT integrations.

    7.3 From $149.95 · 30-day trial Visit site
  8. 8

    Homey

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Homey offers cloud and one-time-purchase hub options, with support for multiple smart-home standards and automation tools.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $2.99/mo Visit site
  9. 9

    ioBroker

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3

    ioBroker offers a free local hub with a broad adapter selection and several ways to build automations.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    HomeGenie

    Free plan AndroidAPILinux+3

    HomeGenie offers broad local automation, scripting, device connectivity, and open-source components.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  11. 11

    Jeedom

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    Jeedom offers local home automation with a broad plugin ecosystem, APIs, and mobile apps. Keep the mobile WebApp's editing limits and possible paid plugins or services in mind.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    openHAB

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+4

    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.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    Gladys Assistant

    by Gladys Project
    Free plan Linux
    6.2 Visit site
  14. 14

    Domoticz

    by Domoticz
    Free plan Web
    6.1 Visit site
  15. 15

    Home Assistant Assist

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  16. 16

    Hubitat Elevation

    by Hubitat Elevation
    Paid AndroidiPhone

    Hubitat Elevation centers on local processing, broad device compatibility, and automation that continues through internet disruptions.

    5.3 From $184.95 Visit site
  17. 17

    Samsung SmartThings

    by Samsung
    Free plan
    5.2 Visit site
  18. 18

    Homebridge

    by Homebridge
    Paid WindowsMacLinux
    4.5 Visit site
  19. 19

    Indigo

    by Perceptive Automation
    Paid
    3.9 Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare the available free plan, trial terms and pricing before you choose. If you need to read or change code, check the licence. Also confirm that the software supports your platform and home setup.

Questions

Are free home-automation plans available?

Yes. Tools listed with free plans include Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Calaos, FHEM, Google Home and Home Assistant Assist.

Which platforms do these tools support?

The listed platform options are Android, iOS, web, Linux, self-hosted systems and macOS. Check the individual tool entry for its platform details.

Is open-source home automation software included?

Yes. Open-source code is offered by tools in this category. Read the specific licence if you need to inspect or change the code.

Does any tool offer a free trial?

Yes. HomeSeer HS4 lists a 30-day trial. Review its trial terms and paid price before starting.

What does Homey cost?

Homey lists a free plan, with paid service from $2.99 per month.

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