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SONOFF iHost Smart Home Hub
Zigbee 3.0 · Wi-Fi · REST · about $80
local-onlyno cloud lock-in
Protocols
Zigbee 3.0Wi-Fi
3 W
Idle power
$80
List price
~200
Devices (est.)
Specifications
| Category | Niche / specialty |
|---|---|
| Protocols | Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi |
| Cloud dependency | no cloud lock-in |
| Local API | REST |
| Voice assistants | local (Whisper/Rhasspy) |
| Open source | partial / firmware open |
| Directly supported devices (est.) | ~200 |
| Idle power draw | ~3 W |
| Update outlook | actively maintained |
| List price (Amazon.com, Q2/2026) | about $80 |
Best for: Privacy-firstBest for: Tech enthusiast / tinkerer
Setup & gotchas
🧩 The open add-on system lets it run zigbee2mqtt or Home Assistant locally, turning it into a mini local server rather than a sealed appliance.
Editorial take
Our hands-on read — the specs above are the sourced facts.
Strengths
- + Fully local hub; automations and data stay on the device with no cloud dependency
- + Runs local add-ons and containers, including Home Assistant, on-box
- + Built-in Zigbee coordinator supports up to 128 sub-devices
Trade-offs
- − Local-first setup has a steeper learning curve than plug-and-play cloud hubs
- − Remote access must be arranged manually via VPN or reverse proxy
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Frequently asked questions
Does the SONOFF iHost Smart Home Hub require the cloud?
No. The SONOFF iHost Smart Home Hub runs local-only — REST, no vendor account is required for core automations.
Which protocols and voice assistants does the SONOFF iHost Smart Home Hub support?
Protocols: Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi. Voice: local (Whisper/Rhasspy). It directly supports an estimated 200 devices/brands.
How much does the SONOFF iHost Smart Home Hub cost and how much power does it use?
List price is about $80 (Amazon.com market observation, Q2/2026 — actual prices fluctuate). Idle power draw is roughly 3 W.
Source & last checked
- SONOFF official site (iHost): sonoff.tech/ ↗
- 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.