3 self-hosted SmartThings Hub alternatives

SmartThings Hub is a popular proprietary tool in the home automation space. These open-source apps let you replace SmartThings Hub with software you host and control yourself.

Best self-hosted SmartThings Hub alternatives

OpenMQTTGateway

Home Automation

Bridge for RF, IR, BLE, and sensors to MQTT

Replaces SmartThings Hub

★ 4.1k Medium setup GPL-3.0

Zigbee2MQTT Assistant

Home Automation

Web management UI for Zigbee2MQTT networks

Replaces SmartThings Hub

★ 448 Easy setup MIT

Theengs Gateway

Home Automation

BLE-to-MQTT gateway for hundreds of sensors

Replaces SmartThings Hub

★ 171 Easy setup GPL-3.0

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Switching from SmartThings Hub

Moving off SmartThings Hub means trading a managed subscription for a service you run yourself. The payoff is ownership: no per-seat pricing, no vendor lock-in, and full control of your data. Start with the option above that matches your setup-difficulty comfort level — every app links to a detailed specs page and head-to-head comparisons.