Hubs integration
Home Assistant YellowvsPhilips Hue Bridge
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Home Assistant Yellow
5/5
ecosystems (native)
Philips Hue Bridge
5/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Home Assistant Yellow | Philips Hue Bridge |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Matter | ✓ Matter | ✓ Matter |
Which should you buy?
Both devices have equal ecosystem compatibility (5/5 native). Your decision should come down to price, build quality, and which specific integrations matter most to your setup.
Home Assistant Yellow
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported