Updated April 2026
Data from Amazon and official Fibaro and Nabu Casa sites.
2026 verdict
Home Assistant Green wins the 2026 matchup against Fibaro Home Center Lite, mainly on rating, protocols, and integrations. Its strongest advantages show up in rating, protocols, and integrations, with its broader overall balance helping widen the gap. Choose Fibaro Home Center Lite only if price and connectivity matter more to you than the broader advantage from Home Assistant Green. That is why the final call still favors Home Assistant Green.
| Feature | Fibaro Home Center Lite | Home Assistant Green | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.00 | $219.00 | Fibaro Home Center Lite |
| Rating | 3.4 | 4.4 | Home Assistant Green |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet | Ethernet | Fibaro Home Center Lite |
| Protocols | Z-Wave | Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge | Home Assistant Green |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant | Home Assistant Green |
$149.00
- + Price: $149.00
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
- - Rating: 3.4 vs 4.4
- - Protocols: Z-Wave vs Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
Winner
$219.00
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Protocols: Zigbee Coordinator, Thread Border Router, Matter Bridge
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant
- - Price: $219.00 vs $149.00
- - Connectivity: Ethernet vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Ethernet
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Fibaro Home Center Lite or Home Assistant Green?
Home Assistant Green has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, protocols, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Fibaro Home Center Lite and Home Assistant Green?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Fibaro Home Center Lite lists $149.00, while Home Assistant Green lists $219.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Fibaro Home Center Lite is listed at $149.00, while Home Assistant Green is listed at $219.00. Fibaro Home Center Lite (better spec).
Who should buy Fibaro Home Center Lite?
Choose Fibaro Home Center Lite if your priority is price and connectivity and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Home Assistant Green?
Choose Home Assistant Green if your priority is rating and protocols and that matters more than price.
