About ESPHome
ESPHome is the ultimate tool for ESP8266 and ESP32 microcontrollers. Create complex smart home components (sensors, switches, displays) through simple YAML files. ESPHome handles compiling and wirelessly flashing the firmware and integrates perfectly with Home Assistant.
- ✓ YAML configuration
- ✓ Native Home Assistant integration
- ✓ OTA (over-the-air) updates
- ✓ Hundreds of sensor drivers
Why ESPHome?
See how ESPHome compares.
| ESPHome | Tasmota | Arduino IDE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swiss server | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Open Source | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Configuration | YAML (simple) | Web UI | C++ code |
| Integration | Native (HA API) | MQTT | Manual |
| Price per month | CHF 15 | Free | Free |
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Pricing for ESPHome
Starter
CHF 15/Mo
- ✓ 1st instance
- ✓ Unlimited devices
- ✓ Daily backups
- ✓ Email support
Business
CHF 39/Mo
- ✓ Dashboard for teams
- ✓ Advanced compile power
- ✓ Hourly backups
- ✓ Priority Support