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Domoticz vs openHAB
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| Fact | Domoticz | openHAB |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | Java |
| Licence | GPL-3.0 | EPL-2.0 |
| Stars | 3.8k | 1.1k |
| Latest | 2026.4 | 5.2.1 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 65 days between releases | too few releases |
| Active contributors | 20 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 23 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace SmartThings. Alternatives to SmartThings →
PartialDomoticzLocal hub for Z-Wave, Zigbee, 433 MHz and MQTT devices, with scripting and a web dashboard.
Full replacementopenHABVendor-neutral home automation with rules and local control.
Domoticz
✓ signed The latest release, 2026.4, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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openHAB
unsigned The latest release, 5.2.1, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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