HomeGenie
6.4#23 in home automationAndroidAPILinuxmacOS
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HomeSeer HS4
7.8#4 in smart home appsFrom $39.95 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
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| Fact | HomeGenie | HomeSeer HS4 |
|---|---|---|
| Automation | The server includes customizable dashboards, an integrated code editor, virtual modules for prototyping, and historical sensor logs with charts and filters. | HS4 processes automations locally and continues controlling the home during internet outages or a MyHS web service outage. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Integrations | The server lists native support for ZigBee, Z-Wave, MQTT, KNX, and X10, plus GPIO, I2C, SPI, and PWM access on supported hardware. | 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 | HomeGenie describes itself as an open-source ecosystem for controlling smart homes and connected devices, built around local-first software and hardware. | HS4 is smart home automation software for building a Windows or Linux controller to remotely and automatically control home devices. |
| Support | The About page links to a Q&A discussion forum and says user and developer involvement is welcome. | HomeSeer offers product documentation, contact support, user forums and developer help for creating plugins. |
| Zigbee support | Yes | Yes |
| Z-Wave support | Yes | Yes |
HomeGenie 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 HomeGenie if…
HomeGenie suits users who want open-source, local control of smart-home devices across varied operating systems and hardware. It also fits people comfortable with scripting, DIY gateways, and self-hosted automation.
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.