Insteon · Niche / specialty
Insteon Hub 2 (2245-222)
proprietary · Wi-Fi · no local API · about $100
cloud requiredcloud required
Protocols
proprietaryWi-Fi
2 W
Idle power
$100
List price
~200
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Niche / specialty |
|---|---|
| Protocols | proprietary, Wi-Fi |
| Cloud dependency | cloud required |
| Local API | no local API |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google |
| Open source | closed-source |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~200 |
| Idle power draw | ~2 W |
| Update outlook | long-term support 5y+ |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $100 |
Best for: Tech enthusiast / tinkererBest for: Family / casual
Setup & gotchas
⚠️ The cloud was pulled offline once in 2022; the revived service works, but weigh the subscription-dependent lock-in before committing.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Central controller for Insteon's dual-band powerline plus RF devices
- + Scenes, schedules, and Alexa and Google voice control
- + Service revived after the 2022 shutdown
Trade-offs
- − Remote access now depends on a paid Insteon Connected Home subscription
- − Proprietary ecosystem with a history of instability raises longevity risk
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Insteon Hub 2 (2245-222) require the cloud?
Yes. The Insteon Hub 2 (2245-222) is cloud-required — a vendor account and an internet connection are needed, and routines run through the vendor cloud (no local API).
Which protocols and voice assistants does the Insteon Hub 2 (2245-222) support?
Protocols: proprietary, Wi-Fi. Voice: Alexa, Google. It directly supports an estimated 200 devices/brands.
How much does the Insteon Hub 2 (2245-222) 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 W. The hardware and firmware are closed-source.
Source & last checked
- Insteon official site (Hub 2): insteon.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.