Ezlo Innovation · Commercial local hubs
Ezlo Secure
Z-Wave · Zigbee 3.0 · Wi-Fi · REST · about $100
cloud optionalcloud optional
Protocols
Z-WaveZigbee 3.0Wi-Fi
2.5 W
Idle power
$100
List price
~1500
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Commercial local hubs |
|---|---|
| Protocols | Z-Wave, Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi |
| Cloud dependency | cloud optional |
| Local API | REST |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google |
| Open source | closed-source |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~1500 |
| Idle power draw | ~2.5 W |
| Update outlook | long-term support 5y+ |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $100 |
Best for: Privacy-firstBest for: Tech enthusiast / tinkerer
Setup & gotchas
🛡️ Aimed at users who want alarm-style sensors alongside general home automation on one local hub.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Z-Wave and Zigbee hub with an added focus on security devices
- + Local automation engine with a documented API
Trade-offs
- − Smaller community than mainstream ecosystems
- − Security features may need compatible sensors to shine
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Ezlo Secure require the cloud?
Not for core control. The Ezlo Secure works locally (REST); the cloud is optional and mainly adds remote access and extra features.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the Ezlo Secure support?
Protocols: Z-Wave, Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi. Voice: Alexa, Google. It directly supports an estimated 1500 devices/brands.
How much does the Ezlo Secure cost and how much power does it use?
List price is about $100 (Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026 — actual prices fluctuate). Idle power draw is roughly 2.5 W. The hardware and firmware are closed-source.
Source & last checked
- Ezlo official site: ezlo.com/ ↗
- Sources last checked: 2026-07-20 · Prices: Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026
- Idle-power and device-count figures are vendor-claimed or community-measured estimates. Prices fluctuate. Details without warranty — check the current manufacturer spec sheet before buying.