Hubitat or Homey Pro: No Internet Test
Ever wonder what happens to your smart home when the internet goes out? This video pits two popular smart home hubs, Hubitat and Homey Pro, against each other in an offline challenge. We test various devices, including Wi-Fi, Zigbee, and Z-Wave, to see which hub maintains local control and functionality without an internet connection.
Discover the crucial differences in how Hubitat and Homey Pro handle internet outages. We demonstrate which devices remain controllable and accessible, both through PC interfaces and mobile apps. This in-depth comparison provides valuable insights for anyone looking to build a robust and reliable smart home system that isn't solely dependent on cloud services.
By the end of this video, you'll have a clear understanding of each hub's strengths and weaknesses when it comes to offline operation and local processing. Make an informed decision about which smart home hub best suits your needs for uninterrupted home automation, even when your internet connection is compromised.
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Chapters
00:00 - Introduction: Hubitat vs. Homey Pro Offline Test
00:07 - Initial Device Testing with Internet
00:16 - Testing Wi-Fi Devices (Kasa Light Strip)
00:27 - Homey Pro Wi-Fi Test with Internet
00:42 - Hubitat Wi-Fi Test with Internet
00:57 - Disconnecting the Internet
01:12 - Testing Wi-Fi Devices on Hubitat (Offline)
01:21 - Testing Wi-Fi Devices on Homey Pro (Offline)
01:29 - Other Wi-Fi Device Tests (Offline)
01:59 - Testing Zigbee Devices on Homey Pro App (Offline)
02:10 - Testing Wi-Fi Devices on Homey Pro App (Offline)
02:39 - Testing Zigbee Devices on Hubitat (Offline)
03:15 - Testing Z-Wave Devices on Homey Pro App (Offline)
03:38 - Testing Z-Wave Devices on Hubitat (Offline)
03:51 - Reconnecting the Internet
04:03 - Verifying Internet Restoration
04:09 - Post-Internet Recovery: Wi-Fi Devices
04:25 - Post-Internet Recovery: Hubitat App
04:45 - Conclusion: Local vs. Cloud Dependence