Hardkernel · Open-source Linux hubs
ODROID-N2+ with Home Assistant OS
· REST · about $110
local-onlyno cloud lock-in
Protocols
3 W
Idle power
$110
List price
~2000
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Open-source Linux hubs |
|---|---|
| Protocols | |
| Cloud dependency | no cloud lock-in |
| Local API | REST |
| Voice assistants | local (Whisper/Rhasspy) |
| 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 $110 |
Best for: Privacy-firstBest for: Tech enthusiast / tinkerer
Setup & gotchas
⚡ The N2+ headroom really shows with many automations and add-ons where a Pi starts to lag.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Faster and more responsive than a Raspberry Pi for larger HA setups
- + eMMC storage is far more reliable than SD cards
- + Officially supported HAOS target with clear install docs
Trade-offs
- − No onboard Wi-Fi, Zigbee, or Z-Wave, everything runs over Ethernet plus USB radios
- − Pricier than a Pi once storage and case are added
- − Availability depends on Hardkernel and its regional resellers
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Frequently asked questions
Does the ODROID-N2+ with Home Assistant OS require the cloud?
No. The ODROID-N2+ with Home Assistant OS runs local-only — REST, no vendor account is required for core automations.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the ODROID-N2+ with Home Assistant OS support?
Protocols: . Voice: local (Whisper/Rhasspy). It directly supports an estimated 2000 devices/brands.
How much does the ODROID-N2+ with Home Assistant OS cost and how much power does it use?
List price is about $110 (Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026 — actual prices fluctuate). Idle power draw is roughly 3 W.
Source & last checked
- Hardkernel official site (ODROID-N2+): hardkernel.com/ ↗
- Home Assistant OS ODROID install docs: home-assistant.io/installation/odroid/ ↗
- 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.