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Best Smart Home Apps in 2026

Smart home apps help you monitor and control connected devices, set automation triggers, and use voice assistants or remote access. This list includes apps for iOS, Android, web, macOS, Windows, and self-hosted setups.

  1. 1

    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
  2. 2

    eWeLink

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    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.

    7.6 Free plan · paid from $9.90/yr Visit site
  3. 3

    Bosch Smart Home

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac

    Bosch Smart Home combines app-based control, automation, and a broad set of listed integrations, with data stored locally on its controller.

    7.5 Free plan · paid from €4.99/mo Visit site
  4. 4

    Google Home

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

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

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    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.

    7.5 From $149.95 · 30-day trial Visit site
  6. 6

    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
  7. 7

    Aqara Home

    Free plan AndroidiPhone

    Aqara Home provides device control, automations, scenes, and integrations through a free Android and iOS app. Check compatibility and hub requirements for specific devices and functions.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    ioBroker

    Free plan APILinuxMac+3

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

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  9. 9

    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.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    Homey

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

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

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $2.99/mo Visit site
  11. 11

    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.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    Tuya Smart

    by Tuya Smart
    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone

    Tuya combines a free mobile control app with a broader smart home solution and developer capabilities.

    6.8 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    SwitchBot

    Free plan AndroidiPhone

    Choose SwitchBot if you want a smart home app with scheduled, location-based, or device-triggered automation and scene controls.

    6.7 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    Xiaomi Home

    by Xiaomi Home
    Free plan AndroidiPhone

    Xiaomi Home brings device management, sharing, and automation together in a free mobile app. Check regional device availability and note that direct desktop use is not supported.

    6.6 Free plan Visit site
  15. 15

    Eve App

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  16. 16

    Home Assistant Assist

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  17. 17

    Nanoleaf

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
  18. 18

    Govee Home

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  19. 19

    LifeSmart

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  20. 20

    Honeywell Home (Resideo App)

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  21. 21

    SUPLA

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  22. 22

    TP-Link Tapo

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.0 Free plan · paid from $3.49/mo · 30-day trial Visit site
  23. 23

    Legrand Home + Control

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  24. 24

    LIFX

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  25. 25

    Lutron Caséta

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan 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 free plan, paid starting price, device protocols, voice assistant support, mobile platforms, automation options, and local versus remote control. If a trial or open-source licence matters, check its terms before choosing.

Questions

Are free plans available for smart home apps?

Yes. Apps such as Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Home Assistant Assist list free plans.

Which smart home apps have paid pricing listed?

Bosch Smart Home lists paid access from €4.99 per month, eWeLink from $9.90 per year, and HomeSeer HS4 from $149.95.

Is a free trial the same as a free plan?

No. A free plan can be ongoing, while a trial has a stated period. HomeSeer HS4 lists a 30-day trial.

Which platforms can these apps run on?

The listed platforms include iOS, Android, web, macOS, Windows, and self-hosted setups.

What features should I compare before choosing?

Compare free plan, paid starting price, voice assistants, device protocols, remote control, automation triggers, mobile platforms, and local control.

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