eWeLink
8.0#2 in smart home appsFrom $9.90 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisiteWeLink vs WebThings Gateway
WebThings Gateway
6.6#20 in home automationFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | eWeLink | WebThings Gateway |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | Smart scenes can be triggered by time, device state, or NFC tags. | Its rules engine lets users create “if this then that” automations with a drag and drop interface. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Integrations | The official site lists Amazon Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, IFTTT, Philips Hue, Home Assistant, Yandex Alice, and Olisto as integrations or supported platforms. | Adapter add-ons add compatibility with devices and protocols, and the add-ons system also supports notification and interface extensions. |
| Local control | Yes | Yes |
| Support | The official contact page lists [email protected] for support and feedback. | The project directs users to its forum, Matrix channel, or GitHub issues for support. |
| Zigbee support | Yes | Yes |
eWeLink plans
- Advanced$9.90 a year
- Prime$19.90 a year
- BasicFree
- Camera Plan$19.99 a year
WebThings Gateway plans
- WebThings GatewayFree
Pick eWeLink if…
eWeLink suits people who want to manage smart-home devices from multiple brands, automate scenes, and use voice or local control. Its CUBE option is for users who want a self-hosted Matter bridge.
Pick WebThings Gateway if…
WebThings Gateway suits users who want local, self-hosted smart home control with Zigbee, Z-Wave and customizable add-ons. It also fits people comfortable with Docker or other installation methods.