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Apple HomeKit vs Integromat

Apple HomeKit logo

Apple HomeKit

Smart Home

Apple's secure smart home platform integrated with Siri

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Integromat logo

Integromat

Automation Integration

Automate your workflow

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Apple HomeKit requires Apple device for setup and remote access; limited interoperability with non-Apple devices; Integromat the free plan enforces a 15 minute minimum interval between runs, so nothing near real time is possible without paying
  • They diverge on capability: Apple HomeKit covers Siri Integration, Integromat covers Visual workflow builder.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Apple HomeKit and Integromat actually diverge.

Attributes where Apple HomeKit and Integromat differ
AttributeApple HomeKitIntegromat
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsiOS, iPadOS, macOS, Apple TV, HomePod, Web (via iCloud.com)Web, Api
CategorySmart HomeAutomation Integration
Founded20142013

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Apple HomeKit

  • Siri Integration
  • End-to-End Encryption
  • Automation Scenes
  • Remote Access
  • HomePod
  • Apple TV
  • Apple Watch
  • Third-party accessories

Only in Integromat

  • Visual workflow builder
  • Webhooks
  • Data transformation
  • Error handling
  • Conditional logic
  • Scheduling
  • Team collaboration
  • 1000+ apps

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Apple HomeKit

  • Unified control of multi-vendor smart accessoriesnot Integromat
  • Time, location, and sensor-triggered automationsnot Integromat
  • Siri voice control of accessoriesnot Integromat
  • Remote access via a Home Hubnot Integromat
  • Grouping accessories into scenesnot Integromat

Integromat

  • workflow automationnot Apple HomeKit
  • integration between appsnot Apple HomeKit
  • task automationnot Apple HomeKit

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Apple HomeKit

  • Requires Apple device for setup and remote access; limited interoperability with non-Apple devices
  • HomeKit devices require manufacturer certification, limiting product selection compared to alternatives
  • Automations are more limited compared to open platforms like Home Assistant or professional systems

Integromat

  • The free plan enforces a 15 minute minimum interval between runs, so nothing near real time is possible without paying
  • Free is limited to 2 active scenarios, a 5 MB file size and 7 days of execution logs
  • Billing is per credit where each module action counts as one, so a scenario with many steps consumes credits far faster than its run count suggests
  • Make API access requires a paid plan
  • Priority execution and full text log search are Pro features
  • Overage protection is Enterprise only, so cheaper plans can run up charges

Pricing, plan by plan

Apple HomeKit

Free
  • HomeKit (free)Free
    • Local control of HomeKit devices
    • Siri voice control
    • Device automations
  • Home hub (requires device purchase)$undefined/mo
    • Remote access
    • HomeKit Secure Video (free with iCloud+ 2TB)
    • HomeKit automations
  • iCloud+ 2TB (required for Secure Video)$9.99/month
    • HomeKit Secure Video 4K (in iOS 27)
    • 2TB iCloud storage
    • Private email relay

Integromat

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1000 credits monthly
    • basic workflow builder
    • access to 3000+ apps
  • Core$9/month
    • 10k credits
    • unlimited active scenarios
    • scheduled scenarios down to the minute
  • Pro$16/month
    • 10k credits
    • priority execution
    • custom variables
  • Teams$29/month
    • 10k credits
    • team collaboration
    • team roles

Which should you pick?

Choose Apple HomeKit if

  • You need siri integration.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Apple TV, HomePod, Web (via iCloud.com).
  • You also want end-to-end encryption.
Apple HomeKit review

Choose Integromat if

  • You need visual workflow builder.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Api.
  • You also want webhooks.
Integromat review

Questions people ask

Is Apple HomeKit or Integromat better?
Neither clearly leads. Apple HomeKit starts at Free and Integromat at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Apple HomeKit or Integromat?
Apple HomeKit starts at Free and Integromat at Free.
Does Apple HomeKit or Integromat run on more platforms?
Apple HomeKit runs on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, Apple TV, HomePod, Web (via iCloud.com). Integromat runs on Web, Api.
Can I use Apple HomeKit for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Apple HomeKit best used for?
Apple HomeKit is most often used for unified control of multi-vendor smart accessories, time, location, and sensor-triggered automations, siri voice control of accessories, remote access via a home hub. Of those, unified control of multi-vendor smart accessories and time, location, and sensor-triggered automations are not what Integromat is typically brought in for.
What can Apple HomeKit do that Integromat cannot?
Apple HomeKit covers Siri Integration, End-to-End Encryption, Automation Scenes, Remote Access. Integromat covers Visual workflow builder, Webhooks, Data transformation, Error handling.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Apple HomeKit: Does Apple HomeKit require a home hub?

A home hub is required for remote access and automations. Apple TV 4K, HomePod (2nd gen), or HomePod mini can serve as hubs.

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Integromat: What is the free tier for Make?

Make's free tier provides 1,000 credits monthly, access to 3,000+ apps, a basic no-code workflow builder, and a 15-minute minimum interval between scenario runs.

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Apple HomeKit: Is HomeKit data encrypted?

Yes. HomeKit uses end-to-end encryption for all data and communications with HomeKit devices, keeping all home data secure.

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Integromat: Can I save money with annual billing on Make?

Yes, Make offers 15% or more savings when paying annually instead of monthly billing.

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Apple HomeKit: Does HomeKit support Thread?

Yes. Thread-enabled accessories require a Thread-enabled home hub such as Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini, or iPhone running iOS 18. Thread provides improved reliability and responsiveness for HomeKit devices.

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Integromat: How does Make's credit system work?

Each module action in Make consumes credits, with most basic actions using one credit per execution. Credits expire monthly for monthly plans or annually for yearly subscriptions.

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Apple HomeKit: What devices are compatible with HomeKit?

HomeKit supports thousands of certified devices including lights, locks, thermostats, cameras, and plugs from manufacturers like Philips Hue, Yale, Ecobee, and Logitech.

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Apple HomeKit: Does HomeKit support Matter?

Yes. HomeKit supports Matter, enabling HomeKit devices to work with other ecosystems like Amazon Alexa and Google Home on the same Matter protocol.

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