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homebridge vs espectre
homebridge has 25,499 GitHub stars, 2,011 forks, 21 open issues and last shipped 23 days ago. espectre has 9,388 stars, 709 forks, 13 open issues and last shipped yesterday. homebridge leads on adoption by 172% (25,499 vs 9,388 stars). homebridge is written in TypeScript under Apache-2.0; espectre is written in Python under GPL-3.0. homebridge has attracted 8% as many forks as stars, espectre 8%. espectre was the more recently maintained of the two, and both are self-hostable with no licence fee.
Two open source projects, one decision. Both are free and self-hostable — the differences are community size, license terms, language stack and release pace.
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| homebridge | espectre | |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub stars | ★ 25K | ★ 9.4K |
| License | Apache-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Written in | TypeScript | Python |
| Last push | 2026-08-30 | 2026-09-21 |
| Forks | ⑂ 2.0K | ⑂ 709 |
| Self-hosting | Yes | Yes |
| Data ownership | Your server | Your server |
pick homebridge if
- You weight community size — 25K stars and counting
- You want the Apache-2.0 license terms
- Your stack matches TypeScript
- You value the larger contributor base for long-term maintenance
pick espectre if
- You want the espectre feature set and don't need the biggest community
- You prefer the GPL-3.0 license terms
- Your stack matches Python
- You evaluated both and espectre fits your workflow better
About homebridge
Homebridge is a lightweight, free and open source Node.js server that emulates the HomeKit Accessory Protocol (HAP) on a home network, so that smart home devices without native HomeKit support can be controlled through Apple's Home app and Siri.
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About espectre
ESPectre is an open source Wi Fi CSI motion sensing platform that turns a supported ESP32 board into a private, local motion sensor reporting movement in real time, and it is built for embedded developers, Home Assistant users, and DIY builders who want room level sensing without cameras, microphones, wearables, or dedicated radar hardware.
read the full espectre overview →
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Frequently asked questions
Is homebridge or espectre more popular?
homebridge has 25,499 GitHub stars and espectre has 9,388. homebridge has the larger community by that measure.
Are homebridge and espectre free?
Both are open source. homebridge is licensed under Apache-2.0 and espectre under GPL-3.0. Neither carries a licence fee.
What is the difference between homebridge and espectre?
homebridge is written in TypeScript and espectre in Python. The practical differences are community size, licence terms, language stack and release cadence — all compared in the table above.
Which should I choose, homebridge or espectre?
Choose homebridge if you want the larger community (25,499 stars) or its Apache-2.0 licence terms. Choose espectre if its feature set, stack or GPL-3.0 licence fits better. Both are self-hostable.