Home Assistant 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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Home Assistant
Open-source home automation that puts privacy first
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Gladys Assistant
Privacy-first home automation platform for everyone
| Feature | Home Assistant | Gladys Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Home Automation | Home Automation |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Python | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal, one-click | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 89,795 | ★ 3,098 |
| First released | 2013 | 2017 |
| Replaces | SmartThings, Google Home | SmartThings, Google Home |
Why pick each one
Choose Home Assistant if…
- Huge device support
- Local control and privacy
- Very active community
Frequently asked questions
Is Home Assistant or Gladys Assistant better?
Neither is universally better. Home Assistant has the larger community, while Gladys Assistant is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Home Assistant and Gladys Assistant free and open-source?
Yes. Home Assistant is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Gladys Assistant under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Home Assistant and Gladys Assistant with Docker?
Home Assistant: yes. Gladys Assistant: yes.
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