Homebridge (open source) · Open-source Linux hubs
Homebridge on Raspberry Pi
HomeKit · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth LE · REST · about $85
local-onlyno cloud lock-in
Protocols
HomeKitWi-FiBluetooth LE
3 W
Idle power
$85
List price
~2000
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Open-source Linux hubs |
|---|---|
| Protocols | HomeKit, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE |
| Cloud dependency | no cloud lock-in |
| Local API | REST |
| Voice assistants | Siri (HomeKit) |
| Open source | fully open-source |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~2000 |
| Idle power draw | ~3 W |
| Update outlook | actively maintained |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $85 |
Best for: Apple ecosystemBest for: Privacy-firstBest for: Tech enthusiast / tinkerer
Setup & gotchas
🍎 Pair Homebridge with a HomePod or Apple TV as a Home hub so automations still run when your phone is away.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Bridges thousands of non-HomeKit devices into Apple Home via plugins
- + Runs locally on cheap Pi hardware with a clean web UI
- + Large plugin ecosystem and active community
Trade-offs
- − Only exposes devices to HomeKit, it is not a full automation platform
- − Plugin quality varies and some break with vendor API changes
- − Needs an Apple Home setup to be useful
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Homebridge on Raspberry Pi require the cloud?
No. The Homebridge on Raspberry Pi runs local-only — REST, no vendor account is required for core automations.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the Homebridge on Raspberry Pi support?
Protocols: HomeKit, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE. Voice: Siri (HomeKit). It directly supports an estimated 2000 devices/brands.
How much does the Homebridge on Raspberry Pi cost and how much power does it use?
List price is about $85 (Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026 — actual prices fluctuate). Idle power draw is roughly 3 W.
Source & last checked
- Homebridge official site: homebridge.io/ ↗
- 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.