HomeSeer · Commercial local hubs
HomeSeer HomeTroller Pro
Z-Wave · Zigbee 3.0 · REST · about $1500
local-onlyno cloud lock-in
Protocols
Z-WaveZigbee 3.0
8 W
Idle power
$1500
List price
~1500
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Commercial local hubs |
|---|---|
| Protocols | Z-Wave, Zigbee 3.0 |
| Cloud dependency | no cloud lock-in |
| Local API | REST |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google |
| Open source | closed-source |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~1500 |
| Idle power draw | ~8 W |
| Update outlook | actively maintained |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $1500 |
Best for: Tech enthusiast / tinkererBest for: Privacy-first
Setup & gotchas
🛠️ Radios come via plug-ins and Z-NET or SmartStick dongles, so budget for those on top of the base unit.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Full local automation server built for large, demanding installs
- + Extensive plug-in system adds Z-Wave, Zigbee and third-party gear
- + Documented local JSON API for custom integrations
Trade-offs
- − High price aimed at professionals and power users
- − Configuration is complex and not beginner friendly
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Frequently asked questions
Does the HomeSeer HomeTroller Pro require the cloud?
No. The HomeSeer HomeTroller Pro runs local-only — REST, no vendor account is required for core automations.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the HomeSeer HomeTroller Pro support?
Protocols: Z-Wave, Zigbee 3.0. Voice: Alexa, Google. It directly supports an estimated 1500 devices/brands.
How much does the HomeSeer HomeTroller Pro cost and how much power does it use?
List price is about $1500 (Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026 — actual prices fluctuate). Idle power draw is roughly 8 W. The hardware and firmware are closed-source.
Source & last checked
- HomeSeer official site: homeseer.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.