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Home Assistant vs Zigbee2MQTT

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Home Assistant vs Zigbee2MQTT
FactHome AssistantZigbee2MQTT
LanguagePythonTypeScript
LicenceApache-2.0GPL-3.0
Stars91k16k
Latest2026.9.42.14.2
Last push2026-10-062026-10-06
Release cadencetoo few releasesabout 30 days between releases
Active contributors133+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days18 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days
Flagsnonenone
  • Both replace SmartThings. Alternatives to SmartThings →

    Full replacementHome AssistantLocal control of thousands of device integrations, with automations and dashboards.

    PartialZigbee2MQTTControls Zigbee devices locally without a vendor hub; automations come from Home Assistant or another controller.