Homey Pro Mini
Smart Home Automation, Local-First Smart Home Hub, Matter/Thread/Zigbee Controller, Home Automation, IoT Device Management
Overview
The Homey Pro Mini is a compact, local-first smart home hub that brings the core Homey experience into a smaller and more affordable package. It features built-in Matter v1.3, Thread Border Router, and Zigbee 3.0 support, enabling local automation that works even without internet. With the same Homey OS as the larger Homey Pro, it supports Advanced Flow, HomeyScript, Energy monitoring, and Insights. It can be expanded with a Homey Bridge to add Z-Wave, Bluetooth, 433 MHz, and Infrared support. Designed for privacy-focused users who want reliable local smart home control at a lower entry price ($249 vs $399 for the full Homey Pro).
Key Highlights
- Local-first smart home hub with Matter v1.3, Thread Border Router, and Zigbee 3.0 support built-in — no cloud required for core automation
- Powered by Homey OS with Advanced Flow, HomeyScript, Energy monitoring, Dashboards, and Insights for powerful local automation
- Expandable with Homey Bridge ($69 sold separately) to add Z-Wave, Bluetooth LE, 433 MHz, and Infrared device support
- Compact design with single RGB LED status indicator, Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, and USB-C power input (5.2V ⎓ 2A)
- Automatic cloud backups ($10/year) and local USB backups; supports SSH access, Local API Keys, and Port Forwarding for advanced users
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Homey (Athom) |
|---|---|
| Model | Homey Pro Mini |
| Processor (CPU) | 1.5 GHz Quad-Core ARMv8 processor |
| Memory (RAM) | 1 GB LPDDR4 RAM (sufficient for 20-25 apps) |
| Storage | 8 GB eMMC Flash |
| Wireless Protocols | Matter v1.3, Thread (Border Router), Zigbee 3.0, LAN |
| Extendable Protocols | Z-Wave, Bluetooth LE, 433 MHz, Infrared (via Homey Bridge, $69) |
| Compatibility | Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Philips Hue, Aqara, IKEA, Yale, Sonos, TP-Link, and thousands more via Homey App ecosystem |
| Automation Engine | Advanced Flow, HomeyScript, Flows, Insights, Energy, Dashboards |
| Max Apps | 20-25 apps comfortably |
| Power Input | USB-C, 5.2V ⎓ 2A |
| Dimensions | ~100 x 100 x 28 mm (approximate — compact mini form factor) |