Frigate vs OpenHASP
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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Frigate
Local NVR with real-time AI object detection
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OpenHASP
Open hardware and software for touchscreen controls
| Feature | Frigate | OpenHASP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Home Automation | Home Automation |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | TypeScript | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 16 MB |
| Deployment | docker | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 34,903 | ★ 1,010 |
| First released | 2020 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Home | Nextion HMI |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Frigate or OpenHASP better?
Neither is universally better. Frigate has the larger community, while OpenHASP is simpler to set up (medium difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Frigate and OpenHASP free and open-source?
Yes. Frigate is licensed under MIT and OpenHASP under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Frigate and OpenHASP with Docker?
Frigate: yes. OpenHASP: check the project docs for container support.