Homey vs Pop

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.

What people use each for

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

Where each one falls short

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Homey or Pop better?

Neither clearly leads. Homey starts at On request and Pop at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Homey or Pop?

Pop has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Homey and Free for Pop.

Does Homey or Pop run on more platforms?

Homey runs on IOS, Android, Web. Pop runs on Web, Chrome extension, Desktop.

Can I use Pop for free?

Yes. Pop has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Homey starts at On request.

What is Homey best used for?

Homey is most often used for bringing zigbee, z-wave, wi-fi and bluetooth devices from different brands into one app, building home automations visually with flow, charting device and sensor history through insights. Of those, bringing zigbee, z-wave, wi-fi and bluetooth devices from different brands into one app and building home automations visually with flow are not what Pop is typically brought in for.

What can Homey do that Pop cannot?

Homey covers Multi-protocol support, Advanced flows, Voice control, Energy insights. Pop covers Screen sharing, Recording, Instant links, Minimal interface. Both handle Web support.