openHAB
openHAB: Flexible, local-first device integration for people comfortable self-hosting. Ranked #3 of 25 in Home Automation by our editors (9.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for self-hosters seeking open, cross-platform device integration.
At a glance
- Editor score9.0 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forSelf-hosters seeking open, cross-platform device integration
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Local controlYes
- Facts checked24 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Runs on user hardware without requiring a cloud service
- Bindings connect Matter, Zigbee, Z-Wave, cameras and energy monitors
- Rules support time- and event-based triggers, scripts and notifications
Where it doesn't
- Requires user hardware and self-hosting
- Device compatibility and setup depend on bindings and hardware
- Google Assistant and Alexa voice integrations use myopenHAB cloud
Our verdict on openHAB
openHAB is open-source home automation software for connecting supported devices, services and smart-home platforms. It suits people who want to run automation on their own hardware and are willing to select bindings and manage compatibility. Web and mobile apps provide ways to manage connected equipment, while rules let users automate actions using time- or event-based triggers, scripts and notifications.
Its breadth comes from installable bindings: the product lists 400 integrations and supports Matter discovery and control, Zigbee, Z-Wave, compatible IP cameras including ONVIF cameras, and compatible energy-monitor integrations. It can also expose items as Matter devices. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa provide optional voice control, and Apple HomeKit is listed among integrations. The combination can fit a mixed-device home, though actual setup depends on the selected bindings and hardware rather than a uniform plug-and-play experience.
openHAB is free and open source, with no cloud service required for operation. That local-control approach makes it a fit for self-hosters who want control over their installation and are comfortable handling hardware and configuration. The tradeoff is that it is not a hosted service that removes those responsibilities. Voice integrations with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa use the myopenHAB cloud service, so those features have a cloud dependency even though the core system can operate without one. Choose openHAB for flexible, locally run automation; consider another approach if you want a managed setup with less responsibility for device compatibility and hosting.
Questions about openHAB
What does openHAB run on? Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android. It runs self-hosted.
What does openHAB integrate with? 400+ integrations, including Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Matter and Zigbee.
Who is openHAB built for? Solo users, small businesses and mid-market companies (our editorial estimate).
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openHAB pricing
openHAB fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Local control | Yes |
| Matter support | Yes |
| Zigbee support | Yes |
| Z-Wave support | Yes |
| Voice assistant support | Yes |
| Camera integration | Yes |
| Energy monitoring | Yes |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Support | Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 400+ integrations: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Matter, Zigbee, Z-Wave See all → |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | openhab.org |
| Facts checked | 24 Sep 2026 |
openHAB integrations
openHAB lists 400+ integrations on its own site — the 6 named here are the ones its pages call out.
- Google Assistant
- Amazon Alexa
- Apple HomeKit
- Matter
- Zigbee
- Z-Wave
See all openHAB integrations →
Alternatives to openHAB
- Google HomeFree smart-home control with device organization, routines, Matter and Nest viewing.9.2
- HomeyFlexible cloud and hub options pair smart-home control with advanced automations.9.1
- ioBrokerA locally run automation hub with adapters, visual tools and code-based control.8.9
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