Amazon Alexa vs Hubitat Elevation
Amazon Alexa
amazon.comHubitat Elevation
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| Figure | Amazon Alexa | Hubitat Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 6 | 1 |
| Spec score · Smart Home Apps | 8.6 (#6) | 8.3 (#12) |
| Spec score · Home Automation & Smart Home Software | 8.6 (#3) | 8.0 (#12) |
| Spec score · Home Automation | 8.6 (#6) | 8.2 (#14) |
| Spec score · Home automation platforms | 7.9 (#18) | 8.4 (#10) |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
Plans
Amazon Alexa
- Alexa+ subscription (without Prime)Price not published
- Alexa+ for PrimePrice not published
- AlexaFree
- Alexa+ chatFree
- Alexa+ for Prime membersFree
- Alexa+ subscription$19.99 a month
Hubitat Elevation
- Hubitat Elevation Model C-8 Pro North America Version$184.95, paid once
In their own words
Amazon Alexa
Amazon Alexa has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
Hubitat Elevation
Hubitat Elevation is a paid home automation hub centered on local control. The C-8 Pro North America Version costs $184.95, paid once, and ongoing use does not require subscriptions. Automations and functions run on the hub, while device data is stored locally. Lights, locks, thermostats, and security rules continue working during internet disruptions. The hub supports Matter, Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, LAN connections, Ring integrations, cameras, and energy monitoring. It works with more than 1,000 devices across more than 100 brands. A free iOS and Android app provides remote device access; optional subscription remote administration is also listed. Voice integrations include Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa. Dashboards can be customized by room and user. The Groovy development environment allows custom apps or drivers. Hubitat is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, and was founded in 2016.