Domoticz

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Country: Netherlands (NL)
Founded: 2012
Developer: Domoticz community (open-source project from Netherlands)
Pricing: Free (open-source)
Open source: Yes
Platforms: Linux, Windows, macOS, Raspberry Pi, Android, iOS

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Overview

Domoticz is a lightweight home automation system that monitors and configures devices such as lights, switches, sensors for temperature, rainfall, wind, UV radiation, electricity, gas, and water usage. It runs as a server application accessible via web interface and mobile apps, sending notifications to mobile devices. Intended for users setting up local smart home control on low-resource hardware like Raspberry Pi, it stands out for its minimal resource use and broad device compatibility.

Key Features

Device Monitoring - Monitors sensors/meters for temperature, rainfall, wind, UV, electricity, gas, and water.
Device Control - Controls lights, switches, fans, and utilities via web or mobile apps.
Notifications - Sends alerts to mobile devices for events or changes.
Web Interface - Accessible dashboard for configuration and control with mDNS support.
Mobile Apps - Android and iOS apps for remote control, logs, graphs, and historical data.
Location-Based Features - Sunset/sunrise timings using latitude/longitude for automation.
Updates - Web-based updates for stable or beta versions.
Email Notifications - Sends alerts, camera screenshots, and error notifications via email.

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Core Domoticz	Free	Full server software, web interface, device support, notifications.
Android Lite	Free	Basic device control, logs, graphs.
Android Premium	Paid upgrade	Geo-fencing, Android Wear, home screen widgets.
iOS Free Trial	Free to try	Basic control for Domoticz on iPhone/iPad/Apple Watch.
iOS Premium	Paid upgrade	Full experience beyond trial.

Platforms & Requirements

Domoticz server runs on Linux (including Raspberry Pi), Windows, and macOS with low resource requirements suitable for single-board computers. Android and iOS companion apps require standard mobile hardware; Android app supports Wear OS. Local network access uses HTTP/HTTPS; remote requires port forwarding and proper credentials.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Android app (nl.hnogames.domoticz)
iOS app (Domoticz & Jeedom by Pilot)
Domoticz Android (open-source GitHub client)
Various sensors/meters (temperature, wind, UV, electricity)
Cameras
Email notifications
HTTP/HTTPS API for custom apps
NFC/QR codes, Bluetooth, speech in mobile apps

Alternatives

App	Difference
Home Assistant	More feature-rich with broader integrations but higher resource use than Domoticz's lightweight design.
OpenHAB	Java-based with extensive rules engine, less minimal than Domoticz.
Jeedom	Commercial options and plugin market, compatible with same mobile apps as Domoticz.
Pimatic	Node.js based, focused on Raspberry Pi with plugin system similar to Domoticz.

Reputation

Domoticz is regarded as a reliable, lightweight option for home automation on Raspberry Pi, praised for low resource usage and wide sensor support. Users value its stability, web interface, and mobile app features like geo-fencing in premium versions. Criticisms include setup complexity for remote access requiring port forwarding and manual restarts after config changes.

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