Jeedom vs Gladys Assistant
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted home automation options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Jeedom
Flexible open-source home automation platform
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Gladys Assistant
Privacy-first home automation platform for everyone
| Feature | Jeedom | Gladys Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Home Automation | Home Automation |
| License | GPL-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 413 | ★ 3,098 |
| First released | 2013 | 2017 |
| Replaces | SmartThings, Hubitat | SmartThings, Google Home |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Jeedom or Gladys Assistant better?
Gladys Assistant is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Jeedom if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Jeedom and Gladys Assistant free and open-source?
Yes. Jeedom is licensed under GPL-2.0 and Gladys Assistant under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Jeedom and Gladys Assistant with Docker?
Jeedom: yes. Gladys Assistant: yes.