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Apple Home vs eWeLink
Both stand on smart home apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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.
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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.
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| Apple Home | eWeLink | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | iPhone, Mac | Android, API, iPhone, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Advanced: $9.90 a year |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | apple.com | ewelink.cc |
| On smart home apps | #6 of 39 | #2 of 39 |
Apple Home: what it does well
- Free to use
- Shows status by accessory category
- Displays up to four cameras at once
- Supports time-limited guest access
- Offers remote access through a home hub
What to know first
- Requires Apple devices and compatible accessories
- Accessories cannot be added using a Mac
- Remote access and automation require a home hub
eWeLink: 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.
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