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Best Smart Home Apps in 2026

• 39 apps
• Research read 4 Oct 2026
• How the order is worked out

1. 1 A

   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 E

   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 B

   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 G

   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 H

   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 A

   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 A

   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 I

   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 J

   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 H

    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 O

    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 T

    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 S

    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 X

    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 E

    Eve App

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
16. 16 H

    Home Assistant Assist

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.2 Free plan Visit site
17. 17 N

    Nanoleaf

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

    Govee Home

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
19. 19 L

    LifeSmart

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
20. 20 H

    Honeywell Home (Resideo App)

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
21. 21 S

    SUPLA

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
22. 22 T

    TP-Link Tapo

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

    Legrand Home + Control

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
24. 24 L

    LIFX

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
25. 25 L

    Lutron Caséta

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.9 Free plan Visit site

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