openHAB vs Scrypted
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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openHAB
Vendor-neutral open-source home automation
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Scrypted
High-performance smart home and camera platform
| Feature | openHAB | Scrypted |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Home Automation | Home Automation |
| License | EPL-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Java | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 1,024 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,134 | ★ 5,839 |
| First released | 2010 | 2021 |
| Replaces | SmartThings, Google Home | Google Home |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is openHAB or Scrypted better?
Scrypted is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider openHAB if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are openHAB and Scrypted free and open-source?
Yes. openHAB is licensed under EPL-2.0 and Scrypted under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run openHAB and Scrypted with Docker?
openHAB: yes. Scrypted: yes.