ESPHome vs Helium
ESPHomeIoT Platforms
FreePublished price
HeliumIoT Platforms
From $20 / moPublished price
ESPHome IoT Platforms Smart Home Made Simple | Helium IoT Platforms Connectivity, Rebuilt. | |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Category | IoT Platforms | IoT Platforms |
| What it is | System for controlling ESP32 and ESP8266 microcontrollers using YAML configuration for home automation. | Decentralized wireless network for IoT devices and 5G using blockchain-based Proof of Coverage. |
| Pricing | ||
| Published price | Free ESPHome is free, open-source software (MIT/GPL) maintained under the Open Home Foundation / Nabu Casa. There is no paid tier; it is a free tool, though users can optionally suppor… | From $20 / mo Helium Mobile offers a nationwide $20/mo unlimited talk/text/data plan (BYOD, T-Mobile MVNO; speeds may reduce after 30GB), plus $20/line group plans up to 8 lines. A free plan is… |
| Pricing model | Free | Flat rate |
| Free options | Free plan · Free trial | Free plan · No free trial |
| Deal on Cubbie | None right now | None right now |
| Company | ||
| Founded | 2018 | 2013 |
| Team size | 1-10 employees | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Remote | San Francisco, CA |