Habapp vs Home 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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Habapp
Python rules engine for openHAB and MQTT
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Home Assistant
Open-source home automation that puts privacy first
| Feature | Habapp | Home Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Home Automation | Home Automation |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Python | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal, one-click |
| GitHub stars | ★ 56 | ★ 89,795 |
| First released | 2019 | 2013 |
| Replaces | IFTTT | SmartThings, Google Home |
Why pick each one
Choose Habapp if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 128 MB RAM
Choose Home Assistant if…
- Huge device support
- Local control and privacy
- Very active community
Frequently asked questions
Is Habapp or Home Assistant better?
Neither is universally better. Home Assistant has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Habapp and Home Assistant free and open-source?
Yes. Habapp is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Home Assistant under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Habapp and Home Assistant with Docker?
Habapp: yes. Home Assistant: yes.