Bosch Smart Home
6.8#12 in smart home appsFrom €49.99 a yearAndroidiOSmacOS
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HomeSeer HS4
7.8#4 in smart home appsFrom $39.95 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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| Fact | Bosch Smart Home | HomeSeer HS4 |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | The system can be controlled through voice assistants, automations, scenarios, preconfigured services and the app remotely. | HS4 processes automations locally and continues controlling the home during internet outages or a MyHS web service outage. |
| Camera integration | Yes | Yes |
| Company history | Bosch Smart Home GmbH was established in 2016 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH. | HomeSeer says it has provided smart home products for more than 25 years, and its product history lists HS1 software in 1999. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | Listed integrations include Matter, Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, BMW, Philips Hue, Osram LEDVANCE Smart+ and Home Connect. | The product page lists free integrations including Z-Wave, Zigbee, Philips Hue, Harmony Hub, Ecobee, Tuya, Wemo, Rachio, LIFX and Chromecast. |
| Local control | Yes | Yes |
| Matter support | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | Bosch Smart Home provides intelligent, connected and automated solutions intended to make everyday life easier and safer. | HS4 is smart home automation software for building a Windows or Linux controller to remotely and automatically control home devices. |
| Support | Bosch provides product help, application help, compatibility help, downloads, system requirements, software-update information and a contact form with initial AI-based assessment. | HomeSeer offers product documentation, contact support, user forums and developer help for creating plugins. |
| Voice assistant support | Yes | Yes |
| Zigbee support | Yes | Yes |
Bosch Smart Home plans
- Home+€4.99 a month
- Home+€49.99 a year
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 Bosch Smart Home if…
It suits people building a connected home with compatible Bosch and partner devices, especially those who want app, voice, or automated control. Check the app's operating-system requirements and the single-controller system limit first.
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.