Homemanager for Homebridge
Manage your Homebridge systems
Free · In-App Purchases · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
Homemanager 5 is here! ++ Rebuilt from the ground up, both technically and conceptually. Optimized for a more modern and faster mobile experience.
Homemanager makes Homebridge and HOOBS simpler, more modern, and more mobile.
Manage your Homebridge or HOOBS systems directly from your iPhone or iPad, with guided flows, an intuitive interface, and powerful tools for setup, integrations, configuration, and maintenance.
For many Apple Home users, Homebridge is the easiest way to bring devices and services into Apple Home that would otherwise not be available there. Homemanager helps you get started with Homebridge step by step and set up your system.
Why Homemanager?
Since 2018, we have been developing Homemanager with the goal of making Homebridge and HOOBS management more accessible, more reliable, and better suited for everyday use. The app supports you from the initial setup all the way to ongoing system management. Whether you are looking for integrations, editing configurations, managing bridges, reviewing logs, or installing updates, everything is designed for a clear and mobile friendly experience.
For you in the app:
- Integration Store: Discover integrations, filter them, and understand them more easily
- Interactive Configuration: Comprehensive support for established community configuration standards, optimized for mobile use
- System Updates: Update Node and Homebridge directly in the app
- Temporary Changes: Prepare changes, review them, and apply them later when you are ready
- Logs and Terminal: Review logs and work directly on your server
- System Dashboard: Performance, updates, and status information at a glance
For advanced setups:
- Hybrid Editor: Edit JSON in a structured, visual way with search
- SmartDetect 2: Easily adopt example configurations and continue configuring them graphically
- Multi Server: Manage multiple servers centrally
- Pairing and Cache Management
Who is Homemanager for?
For anyone who wants to use Homebridge or HOOBS not just somehow, but manage it reliably and comfortably, from getting started to more advanced setups.
more Improved
- Improved restart behavior after updates. We detect which bridges are affected by the update and restart only those that really need it.
- Improved auto-restarts after configuration updates. We compare the config change with the last active state and perform selective restarts.
- Improved visibility for accessory services of type "InputSource".
Fixed
- Fixed critical bug that caused all bridge detail pages to stop loading if at least one child bridge of a disabled integration exists (Special thanks @Adriano)
- Fixed misleading "Leave flow" popup after the main interaction already finished
- Fixed missing auto-restart after uploading config changes
- Fixed missing localizations for some system types
- Fixed naming for HOOBS Pro boxes
5.1.3 17 Aug
Fixed
- Custom Configuration Views could not load on the latest versions of Homebridge UI due to newly introduced session cookies.
5.1.2 1 Aug
Improved
- Added support for system software info on HOOBS systems, including correct compatibility validations for Homebridge and NodeJS
- Further support for HOOBS PRO systems
- Further description for users with payment errors due to firewall limitations
Fixed
- Fixed endless loading on bridges due to invalid matter config states (=> if issue persists for you, please reach us out!)
- Fixed invalid link redirects if Safari is not installed
- Fixed crash on terminal and log, if invalid URLs have been copied
- Fixed line-breaks in links on terminal and log
- Fixed Bridge Settings formatting errors after saving changes
- Fixed range errors if plugins request invalid deletion of protected config elements
5.1.1 22 Jul
Added
- Added Matter Management and Pairing support (Homebridge v2.1.0+ and HB-UI v5.24.0+)
- Added support for disabling Apple Home pairings (Homebridge v2.1.0+ and HB-UI v5.24.0+)
- Added support for switching between software versions (Homebridge and Homebridge UI only)
- Added compatibility checks across the integration/plugin pages
- Added compatibility analysis before installing new integrations or switching between versions
- Added analysis before software updates to see which integrations might not support the latest core software updates (not available on HOOBS systems)
- Added Log widget for the Dashboard
- Added support for opening links in the Log and Terminal after selection
- Added App Log export for more details in case of issues
- Added the ability to leave ratings in the App Store :)
Improved
- Further improved 2FA import from Apple Passwords
- Improved Version Switcher with deprecation information, if provided by the integration author
Changed
- Removed the Homebridge v2 Info Card, as the compatibility check has been replaced by the new, generic, and more powerful one
- Changed the Terminal keyboard
Fixed
- Fixed the ability to exit integration flows if something went wrong
- Fixed inconsistent update states between the Dashboard and integration details
- Fixed date formatting for some countries
5.1.0 14 Jun
Added
- New translations (fr, it, nl, pl and zh-simplified)
Improved
- Platform connection screen is now accessible without waiting for connections
- Rename and deletion of servers is now directly available from within the menu
- Added domain verifications for improved 2FA-Autofill
Fixed
- Fixed version parsing issues, preventing updates for some users
5.0.6 11 May
Added
- Beta and alpha updates are now officially supported for integrations and system software
Improved
- Improved Integration Store performance
Fixed
- Fixed the node update command for macOS users. It now uses sudo, as required on macOS
- Fixed missing automatic restoration of legacy licenses, which caused incorrect pricing for some users
- Fixed an inconsistent update state between the dashboard and the integration details page
- Fixed startup issues for users in countries with strong restrictions on online services
5.0.5 22 Apr
Improved
- Improved handling of integrations with invalid or undetectable aliases
- Better support for null values in the plain JSON editor
- Support for deleting entire config entries from the plain JSON editor
Fixed
- Fixed errors related to invalid parsed integration versions that do not conform to RFC standards
- Fixed errors and loops caused by missing integration aliases
- Fixed pagination errors in the integration store
- Fixed errors in the Share menu
- Fixed errors during hub config menu actions when not in a loaded state
- Fixed incorrectly handled errors when starting or stopping bridges from within context menus
- Added support for special country codes on iOS
- Fixed missing payment error translations in certain special cases
- Fixed errors in the welcome flow when the integration store is unavailable
5.0.4 2 Apr
Homemanager 5 is here!
This version is not a traditional update, but a complete rebuild from the ground up. Since summer 2024, we have rebuilt Homemanager technically and conceptually from scratch and optimized it in many areas for a more modern, faster, and more mobile experience.
After a long alpha and public beta phase with nearly 1600 testers, we are very happy to finally make this update available to everyone.
The most important new features include:
- New app architecture: Completely rebuilt and reworked from the ground up
- HOOBS 5 support: Official support for HOOBS 5
- Integration Store: Dedicated community store with categories, filters, trends, and compatibility information
- Interactive Configuration: Comprehensive support for established community configuration standards, optimized for mobile use
- Hybrid Editor: Structured editing with a graphical JSON view and search
- System Updates: Node and Homebridge updates directly in the app
- Dashboard and platform overview: Important information, warnings, and updates at a glance
- Bridge Management: Manage child bridges and regular bridges in a more consistent and intuitive way
- Logs and Terminal: Improved log view and direct access to your server
- SmartDetect 2: Easily adopt example configurations and continue configuring them graphically
- Change Management: Collect configuration changes locally and upload them selectively later
- Pairing and Cache Management
A big thank you to everyone who supported Homemanager 5 with feedback, ideas, and testing. And a very special thank you to all of you who have stayed with us for years, many of you since 2018.
5.0.3 1 Apr
Homemanager 5 is here!
This version is not a traditional update, but a complete rebuild from the ground up. Since summer 2024, we have rebuilt Homemanager technically and conceptually from scratch and optimized it in many areas for a more modern, faster, and more mobile experience.
After a long alpha and public beta phase with nearly 1600 testers, we are very happy to finally make this update available to everyone.
The most important new features include:
- New app architecture: Completely rebuilt and reworked from the ground up
- HOOBS 5 support: Official support for HOOBS 5
- Integration Store: Dedicated community store with categories, filters, trends, and compatibility information
- Interactive Configuration: Comprehensive support for established community configuration standards, optimized for mobile use
- Hybrid Editor: Structured editing with a graphical JSON view and search
- System Updates: Node and Homebridge updates directly in the app
- Dashboard and platform overview: Important information, warnings, and updates at a glance
- Bridge Management: Manage child bridges and regular bridges in a more consistent and intuitive way
- Logs and Terminal: Improved log view and direct access to your server
- SmartDetect 2: Easily adopt example configurations and continue configuring them graphically
- Change Management: Collect configuration changes locally and upload them selectively later
- Pairing and Cache Management
A big thank you to everyone who supported Homemanager 5 with feedback, ideas, and testing. And a very special thank you to all of you who have stayed with us for years, many of you since 2018.
5.0.2 30 Mar
Resolved issues with Child Bridge Status Monitoring with Homebridge UI 4.69.0 and newer.
4.1.7 02/02/2025
- Added info for HOOBS 5 users
4.1.6 21/11/2024
Adjusted legal information
4.1.5 24/04/2024
## New functions ##
- Anonymous logins to Homebridge systems are now officially supported.
- Feedback option for the upcoming version 5 of Homemanager.
## Bug fixes ##
- New Homebridge systems can now be configured directly via the app again without the need to set up an initial user via the web interface.
- Socket connections are now automatically re-established if they were interrupted by a longer background period.
4.1.4 02/04/2024
Removed misleading HOOBS 4 beta info, as a previous Homemanager update already introduced full HOOBS 4 support.
4.1.1 31/10/2022
- Added iOS 16 support
- Several bug fixes and performance improvements
4.1.0 16/10/2022
Fixed an issue where deactivated plugins don't show up as update.
4.0.2 18/04/2022
All you loved in the past, now with more features and many improvements under the hood!
--2FA Support--
You can now add Homebridge systems which use 2FA for authentication. Learn more at: www.homemanager-app.de/post/using-2fa-with-homemanager
--Child Bridges Support--
Manage, monitor and control your Homebridge Child Bridges easily, directly in Homemanager.
--Plugins--
- Plugins can now be disabled and enabled (HB only)
- You can now donate to your favourite Plugin developers directly in the app (HB verified plugins only)
- Plugin Details now get cached for a faster navigation experience in the app
- Added checks for incompatible node versions before the installation
- Reboot only affected child bridges after plugin updates (HB only)
--HOOBS 4 Bridge Management--
- Remove existing bridges
- Create new bridges manually or automatically during plugin installation
- View bridge settings
--New Multi-Bridge navigation--
You can now switch faster than ever between servers or bridges, directly from a context menu at the top left. From now on you don't have to leave your current tab while switching to a different bridge.
--New Bridge Settings experience--
- Redesigned bridge settings page
- Added "mdns advertiser" setting
- Added option to reset the pairing with HomeKit
--General--
- Servers and bridges now get sorted alphabetically on the "Systems Overview"
- Added public beta link for frequent Homemanager users
- Swipe gestures on iPad now start directly next to the content, instead of the screen border
- "Instances" are now called "Bridges"
--Fixed--
- Homebridge and HBUI update informations now load faster and more stable on the dashboard
- Crashes occurred on the log page
- Crashes based on certification issues
- Failed requests for "Transferred Accessories"
4.0.1 03/04/2022
All you loved in the past, now with more features and many improvements under the hood!
--2FA Support--
You can now add Homebridge systems which use 2FA for authentication. Learn more at: www.homemanager-app.de/post/using-2fa-with-homemanager
--Child Bridges Support--
Manage, monitor and control your Homebridge Child Bridges easily, directly in Homemanager.
--Plugins--
- Plugins can now be disabled and enabled (HB only)
- You can now donate to your favourite Plugin developers directly in the app (HB verified plugins only)
- Plugin Details now get cached for a faster navigation experience in the app
- Added checks for incompatible node versions before the installation
- Reboot only affected child bridges after plugin updates (HB only)
--HOOBS 4 Bridge Management--
- Remove existing bridges
- Create new bridges manually or automatically during plugin installation
- View bridge settings
--New Multi-Bridge navigation--
You can now switch faster than ever between servers or bridges, directly from a context menu at the top left. From now on you don't have to leave your current tab while switching to a different bridge.
--New Bridge Settings experience--
- Redesigned bridge settings page
- Added "mdns advertiser" setting
- Added option to reset the pairing with HomeKit
--General--
- Servers and bridges now get sorted alphabetically on the "Systems Overview"
- Added public beta link for frequent Homemanager users
- Swipe gestures on iPad now start directly next to the content, instead of the screen border
- "Instances" are now called "Bridges"
--Fixed--
- Homebridge and HBUI update informations now load faster and more stable on the dashboard
- Crashes occurred on the log page
- Crashes based on certification issues
- Failed requests for "Transferred Accessories"
4.0.0 23/03/2022
- Fixed: Unable to search for plugins (HOOBS 4)
- Added: Thai Localisation
3.3.2 19/12/2021
- Added: Tab gesture to end editing mode on textfields
- Fixed: Missing localisation strings for several languages
Previously in 3.3.0
- Added: https support for HomebridgeUI instances
- Fixed: Issues that prevented users from creating HOOBS 3/4 accounts in the app
- Fixed: Some buttons may had incorrect labels in several situations
3.3.1 11/11/2021
- Added: https support for HomebridgeUI instances
- Fixed: Issues that prevented users from creating HOOBS 3/4 accounts in the app
- Fixed: Some buttons may had incorrect labels in several situations
3.3.0 10/11/2021
- Fixed: Issues during editing username, password and address data on the AppConnection page
- Fixed: LicensePage endless loop in special cases
- Fixed: HOOBS 4 bridges don't show directly after pairing
In 3.2.0
- Added: iOS 15 Support
- Added: New iOS 14 style system menus
- Added: "Controller for HomeKit" App Cooperation
- Added: Improved AutoScroll Behaviour on Log
- Added: Haptic Feedback improvements
- Added: New License Screen with improved payment flow
- Changed: Improved internal UI Code
- Fixed: HOOBS 4 bridges with non English characters are now supported correctly
- Fixed: HOOBS 4 pairing issues
3.2.1 09/10/2021
- Added: iOS 15 Support
- Added: New iOS 14 style system menus
- Added: "Controller for HomeKit" App Cooperation
- Added: Improved AutoScroll Behaviour on Log
- Added: Haptic Feedback improvements
- Added: New License Screen with improved payment flow
- Changed: Improved internal UI Code
- Fixed: HOOBS 4 bridges with non English characters are now supported correctly
- Fixed: HOOBS 4 pairing issues
3.2.0 07/10/2021
- Added: HOOBS 4 Log Support
- Added: Automatic Celsius/Fahrenheit formatting depending on iOS System Settings
- Added: ANSI Color Support for HOOBS 3 on Log Page
- Changed: Users with iOS 13 and older get a warning that we soon switch to iOS 14 and higher as a requirement
- Fixed: The app showed "unauthorized" in many situations (eg. After initial adding, after app start, ...)
- Fixed: The app showed "loading..." for UIX instances after a few seconds
- Fixed: The app showed a version warning for HOOBS 4, even if the installed version is higher than the requirement
- Updated: Complete Translations for English, German, Chinese, French, Greek, Italian, Polish, and Spanish (Thanks A. S.)
3.1.4 01/09/2021
- Improved translations
- Further improvements for instances
Stay tuned for more cool updates this summer!
Previously in 3.1.2:
- Hot fix: Some users faced still instance limitations with their basic license - FIXED
Previously in 3.1.1:
- Removed instances restrictions for HM BASIC users -> You can now have as many instances per server as you want
- Added Fahrenheit support for HOOBS 4 Systems
Previously in 3.1.0:
- HOOBS 4 Support for the most important features -> Support for missing features soon
- Integrated a fully new data structure which results into less crashes and faster connections
- Added token caching, the app now only authenticates again if the session is invalid
- Improvements for various translations
- Many other small adjustments and fixes under the hood
Previously in 3.0.0:
--Communication--
⁃ Switched entirely to API based connections, instead of SSH (Homebridge UI API and HOOBS Core API)
⁃ Significantly reduced loading times
⁃ More stable connections thanks to the close technical collaboration with the Homebridge UI developer.
--Configuration--
⁃ Improved visualization of multi-level config schemes, as well as "schema conditions" support
⁃ Find config entries even faster with the new sort and search functions.
⁃ Hybrid Config: navigate visually through the config and edit only the desired area in plain text
⁃ New Swipe gestures for sharing, plain text view, copying, duplicating and deleting config objects
⁃ The setup guide is now even more dynamic, simple and interactive.
⁃ Plain text config view now with syntax highlighting
⁃ Simpler menus for managing generic config objects
⁃ SmartDetect 3 now also allows sample configurations that contain small syntax errors
--Plugins--
⁃ Support for "Homebridge verified Plugins"
⁃ Installation and removal are now interactive and include additional background checks
⁃ Plugin versions can now easily be changed interactively and can also be defined during installation
⁃ Config objects are now directly accessible from the corresponding plugin page
⁃ HOOBS users receive plugin data now entirely from "plugins.hoobs.org"
--Instance Log--
⁃ Now finally natively available for all Homebridge and HOOBS users
⁃ With Homebridge, including colour visualisation
--Software Page--
⁃ View Homebridge, Homebridge UI and HOOBS Core Updates
⁃ Possibility to trigger the above updates
⁃ Option to change the temperature unit
--Setup--
⁃ Transparent and independent setup instructions for Homebridge and HOOBS
⁃ Add new instances quickly, with a new automatic instance detection (with Bonjour detection)
⁃ Useful tips and general additional information
⁃ Instances and servers can now be managed more clearly
--General--
⁃ New optimized layout, including various design changes (for example an improved dark mode)
⁃ More beginner-friendly and detailed descriptions
⁃ Intelligent assistance during various tasks
⁃ More precise error messages and optimized loading animations
⁃ Localization into new languages. In total: English, Chinese, Czech, Danish, French, German, Greek, Italian, Polish and Spanish
3.1.3 24/07/2021
Improved
- Improved restart behavior after updates. We detect which bridges are affected by the update and restart only those that really need it.
- Improved auto-restarts after configuration updates. We compare the config change with the last active state and perform selective restarts.
- Improved visibility for accessory services of type "InputSource".
Fixed
- Fixed critical bug that caused all bridge detail pages to stop loading if at least one child bridge of a disabled integration exists (Special thanks @Adriano)
- Fixed misleading "Leave flow" popup after the main interaction already finished
- Fixed missing auto-restart after uploading config changes
- Fixed missing localizations for some system types
- Fixed naming for HOOBS Pro boxes
more Version 5.1.3 17 Aug
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