Calaos
6.5#22 in home automationAndroidiOSWebLinux
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HomeSeer HS4
7.8#4 in smart home appsFrom $39.95 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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| Fact | Calaos | HomeSeer HS4 |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | Calaos can automate connected items by time, ambience, or mood. | HS4 processes automations locally and continues controlling the home during internet outages or a MyHS web service outage. |
| Camera integration | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | The current hardware list includes Wago PLC, KNX, MQTT, Zigbee via zigbee2mqtt, DMX via OLA, 1-Wire, Web API devices, receivers, cameras, Squeezebox, GPIO, Enphase, and Philips Hue via MQTT. | 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 |
| Purpose | Calaos is a home automation system that connects hardware to user interfaces for controlling a home. | HS4 is smart home automation software for building a Windows or Linux controller to remotely and automatically control home devices. |
| Support | The maker points users to its community wiki, forum, Discord server, and team email for help. | HomeSeer offers product documentation, contact support, user forums and developer help for creating plugins. |
| Zigbee support | Yes | Yes |
Calaos plans
No prices published.
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 Calaos if…
Calaos suits people building self-hosted, locally controlled home automation with compatible hardware. It is also relevant to users wanting mobile, touchscreen, and web interfaces plus rollback and backup options.
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.