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openHAB — Home Automation (Open Source)

openHAB is an open-source Home Automation solution from openHAB Foundation. Compare it against 4 other Home Automation tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is openHAB?

openHAB is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under Home Automation and published by openHAB Foundation. Buyers typically evaluate openHAB when they need a dependable Home Automation option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is openHAB free?
Yes. openHAB is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best openHAB alternatives?
Popular Home Automation alternatives to openHAB include Domoticz, FHEM, Gladys, ioBroker. See the full list of Home Automation on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is openHAB?
openHAB is an open-source Home Automation tool developed by openHAB Foundation.

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