Amazon Alexa
7.5#5 in smart home appsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWeb
VisitAmazon Alexa vs HomeSeer HS4
HomeSeer HS4
7.8#4 in smart home appsFrom $39.95 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Amazon Alexa | HomeSeer HS4 |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | Alexa+ works with services including Philips Hue, Roborock, OpenTable, Vagaro, Amazon Music, Spotify, Apple Music, iHeartRadio, Grubhub, Uber Eats, and Ticketmaster. | The product page lists free integrations including Z-Wave, Zigbee, Philips Hue, Harmony Hub, Ecobee, Tuya, Wemo, Rachio, LIFX and Chromecast. |
Amazon Alexa plans
- Alexa+ subscription (without Prime)—
- Alexa+ for Prime—
- AlexaFree
- Alexa+ chatFree
- Alexa+ for Prime membersFree
- Alexa+ subscription$19.99 a month
HomeSeer HS4 plans
- MyHS LiteFree
- MyHS Plus$39.95 a year
- MyHS PRO$59.95 a year
- MyHS Business$99.95 a year
- HS4 Smart Home Software$149.95, paid once
Pick Amazon Alexa if…
Alexa suits people who want voice assistance and control of compatible smart-home devices through an app, supported devices, or the web. Alexa+ may suit users seeking conversational help with tasks such as planning, shopping, or reservations.
Pick HomeSeer HS4 if…
HS4 may suit DIY hub builders, from hobbyists starting a home system to developers creating complex automation workflows. It is intended for people who want local automation and control.