Replaces
SmartThings
Save
4.99 €/mo
59.88 €/year saved
What is Home Assistant?
Home Assistant is the world's largest open-source home automation platform. It integrates with over 2,000 smart home devices and services, letting you create powerful automations, custom dashboards, and voice controls - all running locally without cloud dependencies.
Key Features
2000+ integrations
Powerful automation engine
Voice assistants
Energy management
Custom dashboards
100% local control
Why Self-Host Home Assistant?
Home automation should work without the internet. Home Assistant runs locally, so your smart home doesn't depend on company servers that can go offline or be discontinued. Your automations run faster, more reliably, and with complete privacy.
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One click. Zero config. Your server, your home assistant.
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Home Assistant vs SmartThings
| Feature | Home Assistant (Self-hosted) | SmartThings |
|---|---|---|
| Annual cost | €20/yr (Seed.box Premium) | 59.88 €/year |
| Data ownership | 100% yours | Their servers |
| Privacy | Complete privacy | Data collection |
| Vendor lock-in | None - export anytime | Difficult migration |
| Storage limit | Your server capacity | Plan-dependent |
SmartThings limitations:
- Cloud-dependent
- Limited automation rules
- Samsung ecosystem lock-in
- Privacy concerns with cloud data
