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HomeSeer HS4 vs Jeedom

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.

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.

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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.

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The facts

HomeSeer HS4Jeedom
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web, WindowsAndroid, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Web
Lowest paid planMyHS Plus: $39.95 a yearFree or on request
Plans published51
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitehomeseer.comjeedom.com
On smart home apps#5 of 39#9 of 39

HomeSeer HS4: what it does well

  • Automations run locally during internet outages.
  • Supports Matter, Zigbee, and Z-Wave.
  • Includes camera viewing and recording.
  • Provides spoken, email, and text alerts.

What to know first

  • Software license is listed at $149.95 a month.
  • Alexa, Google speaker, and IFTTT need MyHS subscription.
  • Only Ubuntu Linux and Raspberry Pi are tested.

Jeedom: what it does well

  • Runs locally without a cloud connection
  • More than 400 plugins available
  • Supports Zigbee and Z-Wave
  • iOS and Android apps support remote control
  • Free open-source software with no subscription

What to know first

  • Some plugins may be paid
  • Some services use Jeedom servers
  • Mobile WebApp cannot edit scenarios or equipment

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