ioBroker
An integration platform for the Internet of Things.
Overview
ioBroker is a free and open-source IoT platform that serves as a central server for smart home automation. It is written in JavaScript and runs on Node.js, making it cross-platform. ioBroker uses a modular structure with 'adapters' to integrate a vast number of devices and services from different manufacturers. It offers a web-based admin interface for configuration and can be extended with visual programming tools like Blockly and Node-RED.
✨ Key Features
- Modular architecture with a large number of adapters
- Cross-platform (runs on Linux, Windows, macOS, Raspberry Pi)
- Web-based administration interface
- Support for visual programming (Blockly, Node-RED)
- Active and helpful community
🎯 Key Differentiators
- JavaScript-based platform (Node.js)
- Extensive library of adapters for device integration
- Flexible scripting and visual programming options
Unique Value: A highly flexible and extensible platform for integrating and automating a wide variety of IoT devices and services.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Connecting and automating devices from various ecosystems that do not natively interoperate.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users who are not comfortable with a more technical setup and configuration process.
🏆 Alternatives
Its JavaScript-based architecture may be more appealing to web developers compared to other open-source platforms.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: The software is completely free and open-source. Optional cloud services for remote access and voice assistant integration are available with a subscription.
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