Ranked list · 2026

The 11 Best Home Automation in 2026

Ranked by a blend of community upvotes and verified user-review ratings — the top home automation our community recommends.

1
Home Assistant
Open source home automation with local control and privacy
Free
Best for: Tech-savvy DIY smart home enthusiasts
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2
Chamberlain myQ
App for remotely controlling and monitoring smart garage doors, locks, and cameras.
Freemium
Best for: Homeowners with a Chamberlain, LiftMaster, or Craftsman garage door who want remote control and guest access.
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3
Homey
Smart home hub that unifies 750+ device brands under one automation app.
Freemium
Best for: Homeowners with devices from many different smart home brands who want one unified automation app.
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4
domoticz
Open‑source home automation hub for Linux, Windows and Raspberry Pi
Free
Best for: DIY hobbyists who enjoy tinkering with Linux/Raspberry Pi
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5
Tasmota
Open-source firmware for ESP8266/ESP32 devices with local MQTT control
Free
Best for: DIY smart‑home hobbyists who want local, cloud‑free ESP8266/ESP32 control
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6
Vivint Smart Home
Secure, automate and control your home from any device
Paid (Subscription)
Best for: Homeowners seeking all‑in‑one professional monitoring and voice‑assistant integration
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7
Google Nest
Smart home control hub for thermostats, cameras, and doorbells
Freemium
Best for: Homeowners who want Google‑centric smart‑home control and AI energy savings
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8
Google Home
Control and automate your home with voice‑powered simplicity
Free
Best for: Homeowners who use Google services and want voice‑controlled automation
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9
RuView
Real‑time spatial intelligence from ordinary WiFi signals
Free
Best for: WiFi-enabled space researchers
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10
Hubitat
Local, reliable home automation without the cloud
Paid (One-time)
Best for: Homeowners who want smart home automations to keep working offline and off the cloud.
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11
Resideo (Honeywell Home) App
Control your entire smart home from a single mobile hub
Free
Best for: Honeywell/Resideo device owners who want free centralized control
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