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Homey vs SwitchBot

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Homey

Smart Home

Connect all your smart home devices in one app

From
On request
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
SwitchBot logo

SwitchBot

Smart Home

Simple automation for any device

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Homey homey Cloud without a subscription connects at most 5 devices; SwitchBot switchBot Lock Ultra is priced at 139.99 USD standalone, rising to 299.99 USD bundled with the Touch Doorbell combo
  • They diverge on capability: Homey covers Multi-protocol support, SwitchBot covers Button automation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Homey and SwitchBot actually diverge.

Attributes where Homey and SwitchBot differ
AttributeHomeySwitchBot
Pricing modelsubscriptionone-time
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebIOS, Android
Founded20142015

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Smart Home).

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 Homey

  • Multi-protocol support
  • Advanced flows
  • Energy insights
  • Timeline
  • Zones
  • 1000+ apps
  • Web support

Only in SwitchBot

  • Button automation
  • IR control
  • Schedules
  • Sensors
  • Scene automation
  • SmartThings

Both cover

  • Voice control
  • Google Assistant
  • Amazon Alexa
  • Apple HomeKit
  • IFTTT
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Homey

  • Bringing Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth devices from different brands into one appnot SwitchBot
  • Building home automations visually with Flownot SwitchBot
  • Charting device and sensor history through Insightsnot SwitchBot

SwitchBot

  • Retrofit automationnot Homey
  • Curtain controlnot Homey
  • AC controlnot Homey
  • Simple automationnot Homey

Where each one falls short

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

Homey

  • Homey Cloud without a subscription connects at most 5 devices
  • Unlimited devices require the Homey Premium subscription at $2.99 per month
  • Advanced Flow, Insights, and Logic and Variables are locked behind Homey Premium
  • The free month of Premium is only offered to new subscribers signing up through iOS or Android

SwitchBot

  • SwitchBot Lock Ultra is priced at 139.99 USD standalone, rising to 299.99 USD bundled with the Touch Doorbell combo

Pricing, plan by plan

Homey

On request
  • Homey Pro$399/month
    • Local processing
    • 1000+ apps
    • Advanced flows
  • Homey Bridge$69/month
    • Cloud processing
    • 500+ apps
    • Basic flows

SwitchBot

On request
  • Bot$29/month
    • Button pusher
    • Schedule
    • Voice control
  • Curtain$89/month
    • Solar powered option
    • Light sensor
    • Schedule
  • Hub Mini$39/month
    • IR control
    • Cloud access
    • Voice assistants

Which should you pick?

Choose Homey if

  • You need multi-protocol support.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want advanced flows.
Homey review

Choose SwitchBot if

  • You need button automation.
  • You work on IOS, Android.
  • You also want ir control.
SwitchBot review

Questions people ask

Is Homey or SwitchBot better?
Neither clearly leads. Homey starts at On request and SwitchBot at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Homey or SwitchBot?
Homey starts at On request and SwitchBot at On request.
Does Homey or SwitchBot run on more platforms?
Homey runs on IOS, Android, Web. SwitchBot runs on IOS, Android.
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 SwitchBot is typically brought in for.
What can Homey do that SwitchBot cannot?
Homey covers Multi-protocol support, Advanced flows, Energy insights, Timeline. SwitchBot covers Button automation, IR control, Schedules, Sensors. Both handle Voice control, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Homey: Is there a monthly subscription for Homey Pro or just a one-time payment?

Homey Pro costs 449 euros as a one-time purchase with no recurring monthly fees. The only optional recurring cost is 10 euros per year for cloud backups.

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SwitchBot: What is the price range for SwitchBot products?

SwitchBot hardware products vary in price. Examples include the Roller Shade at $199.99, Lock Ultra Vision Pro Combo at $279.99, K11+ robotic vacuum at $399.99, and Standing Circulator Fan at $129.99.

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Homey: What are the limits for Homey Cloud's free tier?

The free tier of Homey Cloud supports up to 5 connected devices. To add more devices, you need to upgrade to the paid subscription at 2.99 euros per month.

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SwitchBot: Do SwitchBot products require a subscription or ongoing fees?

The product pages do not mention recurring subscription costs associated with SwitchBot hardware products. They appear to be sold as one-time purchases.

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Homey: What's the cost difference between Homey Cloud and Homey Pro over a year?

Homey Cloud costs 35.88 euros per year (2.99 euros per month). Homey Pro costs 449 euros upfront with no monthly fees, but includes all features and is a one-time purchase.

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SwitchBot: What is SwitchBot's warranty policy?

While the website references a warranty policy, the specific warranty terms and duration are not detailed in the publicly visible page content. Users should consult the dedicated warranty policy page or contact support for details.

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Homey: How long will Homey Pro receive software updates?

Homey Pro will receive software updates until at least June 2031, ensuring continued improvements and security patches.

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SwitchBot: Can I use SwitchBot products in a commercial or business setting?

The website does not explicitly address commercial use restrictions or permissions. The focus appears to be on consumer smart home solutions, but commercial applicability should be verified with SwitchBot support.

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