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OpenHAB Cloud vs Domoticz Plugin Hub

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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OP OpenHAB Cloud Companion cloud service for remote openHAB access VS DO Domoticz Plugin Hub Local home automation hub with broad device support
FeatureOpenHAB CloudDomoticz Plugin Hub
CategoryHome AutomationHome Automation
LicenseEPL-2.0GPL-2.0
LanguageTypeScriptCoffeeScript
Setup difficultyHardMedium
Min. RAM512 MB256 MB
Deploymentdocker, bare-metalbare-metal, source
GitHub stars★ 306★ 599
First released20142013
ReplacesSmartThingsSmartThings

Why pick each one

Choose OpenHAB Cloud if…

  • Keeps data under your control
  • Enables remote control
OpenHAB Cloud details

Choose Domoticz Plugin Hub if…

  • Lightweight
  • Simple rule system
Domoticz Plugin Hub details

Frequently asked questions

Is OpenHAB Cloud or Domoticz Plugin Hub better?

Domoticz Plugin Hub is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider OpenHAB Cloud if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are OpenHAB Cloud and Domoticz Plugin Hub free and open-source?

Yes. OpenHAB Cloud is licensed under EPL-2.0 and Domoticz Plugin Hub under GPL-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run OpenHAB Cloud and Domoticz Plugin Hub with Docker?

OpenHAB Cloud: yes. Domoticz Plugin Hub: check the project docs for container support.

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