{"product_id":"sonoff-smart-home-hub-ihost","title":"Sonoff Smart Home Hub (iHost)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe local Smart Home Hub for Privacy and Performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing the \u003cstrong\u003eSonoff iHost Smart Home Hub\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ultimate private local server for your connected home. Designed with privacy, reliability, and flexibility in mind, this hub seamlessly integrates your Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and LAN devices into one intelligent system – no cloud dependency required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding: 0.5em; border: 2px solid green;\"\u003eIt's also now possible to \u003cstrong\u003einstall Home Assistant on iHost\u003c\/strong\u003e, making a convenient, all-in-one smart home gateway running open source software and with built in Zigbee support. You'll need a \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/microsd-card-with-raspberry-pi-os\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emicro SD card\u003c\/a\u003e to install Home Assistant - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sonoff.tech\/product-review\/tutorial\/how-to-run-home-assistant-over-sonoff-ihost\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethese instructions\u003c\/a\u003e will walk you through setting it all up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for privacy-conscious users and smart home enthusiasts, the \u003cstrong\u003eSonoff iHost\u003c\/strong\u003e puts you in control of your data and your home. Build your smart life your way, with security, reliability, and flexibility at its core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate and Local Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep your data safe and secure with local storage for scenes, operations, and security logs – no cloud involved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports Wi-Fi LAN devices and Zigbee devices using standard protocols, managing up to 128 sub-devices with ease. Extend your Zigbee network with router devices for full-house coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Offline Functionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Even if your internet goes down, your devices and automations keep running smoothly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Security:\u003c\/strong\u003e Customise security settings for different scenes, giving you peace of mind for your home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen API \u0026amp; Add-Ons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Take control with open API support and Docker containerisation. Install or develop add-ons to expand functionality and tailor your smart home experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Platform Smart Home Gateway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with Sonoff's iHost software pre-installed and ready to go. It now also supports \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-assistant.io\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/a\u003e - open-source smart home software that's compatible with lots of different ecosystems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour smarter, safer, and more private home starts here. 🏠✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIn The Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eiHost Smart Home Hub \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthernet network cable (1m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB-A to USB-C cable (1m) (Note that if you want to plug it into a wall socket you'll need a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-eu\/products\/raspberry-pi-official-usb-c-power-supply\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUSB-C power supply\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReset pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCPU:\u003c\/strong\u003e RV1109 (Dual-Core 1.5GHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNPU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2 TOPS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMemory:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2GB DDR4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C (5V - 2A max)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8GB eMMC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e: microSD card (max 256GB) (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zigbee 3.0, Wi-Fi 802.11 b\/g\/n 2.4GHz, Ethernet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e -10°C to 60°C (5 to 95% relative humidity)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 135×120×41 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eResources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCheck out the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/help.sonoff.tech\/docs\/ihost\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSonoff knowledge centre\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for technical details, compatibility, troubleshooting and setup tips.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/appcms.coolkit.cn\/uncategorized\/16355.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eList of supported third party Zigbee devices\u003c\/a\u003e (to enable pairing with third party devices you'll need to enable the Zigbee2CUBE option in the iHost software)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sonoff.tech\/product-review\/tutorial\/how-to-run-home-assistant-over-sonoff-ihost\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow to install Home Assistant on iHost\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/iHost-Open-Source-Project\/ha-operating-system\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHome Assistant over iHost Github repo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Zigbee?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZigbee\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wireless standard \u003cstrong\u003eenabling low-power, secure connections between smart devices\u003c\/strong\u003e. Widely used in home automation for devices such as thermostats, sensors, and locks, its energy efficiency allows some devices to operate for years on a single coin cell battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key advantage of Zigbee is its local nature – \u003cstrong\u003eno need for cloud subscriptions or even an internet connection\u003c\/strong\u003e. Everything can remain within your home, ensuring both high security and resilience against internet outages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTop brands like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIKEA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilips Hue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuya\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSonoff\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offer Zigbee-supported devices. This allows you to combine products from various manufacturers into one smart home setup, ensuring \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eyou’re not locked into a single vendor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – brilliant!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an \u003cstrong\u003eindoor range of 10–100 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e and extended outdoor coverage, Zigbee’s mesh networking ensures reliable communication, even if some devices go offline. Its robust security features, including \u003cstrong\u003eencryption and key protection\u003c\/strong\u003e, safeguard your smart home and keep it under your control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about Zigbee on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/csa-iot.org\/all-solutions\/zigbee\/\"\u003eofficial Zigbee website\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonoff","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54923404378491,"sku":"AIBridge","price":74.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/files\/77fba4adda83f03feaf78b58e61a495f.png?v=1735928243","url":"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/en-eu\/products\/sonoff-smart-home-hub-ihost","provider":"Pimoroni Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}