ioBroker (open source) · Open-source Linux hubs
ioBroker on Raspberry Pi
Wi-Fi · Bluetooth LE · REST · about $85
local-onlyno cloud lock-in
Protocols
Wi-FiBluetooth LE
3.5 W
Idle power
$85
List price
~500
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Open-source Linux hubs |
|---|---|
| Protocols | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE |
| Cloud dependency | no cloud lock-in |
| Local API | REST |
| Voice assistants | Alexa |
| Open source | fully open-source |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~500 |
| Idle power draw | ~3.5 W |
| Update outlook | actively maintained |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $85 |
Best for: Tech enthusiast / tinkererBest for: Privacy-first
Setup & gotchas
📊 ioBroker shines when you want deep history and dashboards, its scripting is more flexible than most GUI-only hubs.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Highly modular adapter system connecting a huge range of systems
- + Strong at data logging, visualization, and complex scripting
- + Runs locally on a Pi with an active, largely European community
Trade-offs
- − Steeper learning curve and more manual setup than turnkey hubs
- − Adapter quality and documentation are uneven
- − Voice and cloud features rely on extra adapters
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Frequently asked questions
Does the ioBroker on Raspberry Pi require the cloud?
No. The ioBroker on Raspberry Pi runs local-only — REST, no vendor account is required for core automations.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the ioBroker on Raspberry Pi support?
Protocols: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE. Voice: Alexa. It directly supports an estimated 500 devices/brands.
How much does the ioBroker 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 3.5 W.
Source & last checked
- ioBroker official site: iobroker.net/ ↗
- 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.