DEVICE COMPATIBILITY
What Works With Somni Labs
We build on open standards and local control. Here's what that means for your devices.
Local Control
Devices that work without cloud
Open Standards
Zigbee, Z-Wave, MQTT
No Lock-In
Your devices, your choice
Compatibility Levels
Full Support
Tested and recommended. These are our go-to devices for new installations.
Compatible
Works with Somni, but not our primary recommendation. May have limitations.
Not Supported
Cloud-only devices that cannot be integrated into local-first systems.
Smart Locks
Secure access control with local operation. We recommend Z-Wave or Zigbee models for reliability without cloud dependency.
Yale
✓Z-Wave / Zigbee models
- - Assure Lock series
- - YRD256 / YRD226
- - Matter-ready models
Full Support
Schlage
✓Z-Wave / Zigbee models
- - Encode Plus
- - Connect series
- - Z-Wave deadbolts
Full Support
August
✓WiFi models with local API
- - Smart Lock Pro
- - WiFi Smart Lock
- - Z-Wave module
Full Support
Kwikset
✓Z-Wave / Zigbee models
- - SmartCode 916
- - Premis series
- - Z-Wave deadbolts
Full Support
Thermostats
Climate control with local integration. We prefer devices with local APIs or open protocols.
Ecobee
✓HomeKit + Local API
- - Ecobee Smart Thermostat
- - Premium / Enhanced
- - Room sensors included
Full Support
Honeywell
✓Z-Wave / Local models
- - T6 Pro Z-Wave
- - Home series
- - Commercial models
Full Support
Nest
⚠Google Cloud dependency
- - Nest Learning
- - Nest E / Thermostat
- - Requires Google account
Compatible (with caveats)
Generic Z-Wave
✓Any Z-Wave thermostat
- - GoControl
- - 2GIG
- - Radio Thermostat
Full Support
Note on Nest: Nest thermostats work with Somni through Google's cloud API, but this means they require internet connectivity and a Google account. We can integrate them, but for new installations we recommend Ecobee or Z-Wave options for fully local control.
Lighting
Smart lighting with local control. Mix and match brands based on your needs - all integrate seamlessly.
Lutron Caseta
✓Professional-grade dimmers
- - In-wall dimmers & switches
- - Pico remotes
- - Lamp dimmers
- - Fan controls
Full Support - Recommended
Philips Hue
✓Color & ambiance bulbs
- - Color bulbs & strips
- - White ambiance
- - Outdoor lighting
- - Local API via Hue Bridge
Full Support - Recommended
Shelly
✓WiFi relays & dimmers
- - Shelly 1 / 1PM relays
- - Shelly Dimmer 2
- - RGBW2 controllers
- - 100% local control
Full Support
Inovelli
✓Z-Wave / Zigbee switches
- - Red series dimmers
- - Blue series (Zigbee)
- - LED notification bar
- - Scene control
Full Support
Generic Zigbee
✓Standard Zigbee bulbs
- - IKEA Tradfri
- - Sengled
- - Innr
- - Any Zigbee 3.0 device
Full Support
Generic Z-Wave
✓Z-Wave dimmers & switches
- - GE/Jasco
- - Zooz
- - Leviton
- - Any Z-Wave Plus device
Full Support
Sensors
Motion, door/window, leak, and environmental sensors. The foundation of intelligent automation.
Aqara
✓Zigbee sensors
- - Motion sensors (P1, FP2)
- - Door/window sensors
- - Water leak sensors
- - Temperature/humidity
Full Support
Zooz
✓Z-Wave sensors
- - ZSE40 4-in-1 sensor
- - Motion sensors
- - Door/window sensors
- - Tilt sensors
Full Support
Ecolink
✓Z-Wave sensors
- - Motion detectors
- - Door/window sensors
- - Water/flood sensors
- - Garage door tilts
Full Support
Apollo
✓ESPHome / mmWave
- - MSR-1 multi-sensor
- - MTR-1 presence sensor
- - Temperature/humidity
- - CO2/VOC air quality
Full Support - Preferred
Apollo Automations: Our Preferred Sensor Partner
Apollo sensors are 100% local, open-source, and built for professionals. Their mmWave presence detection goes beyond simple motion sensing - detecting stationary people for truly intelligent automation. All sensors run ESPHome firmware you can audit and customize.
Cameras
Security cameras with local recording. We require RTSP support for integration with Frigate NVR.
UniFi Protect
✓Local NVR recording
- - G4/G5 series cameras
- - AI person/vehicle detection
- - Native Home Assistant integration
- - No cloud subscription required
Full Support - Recommended
Reolink
✓RTSP local streaming
- - 4K cameras
- - PoE and WiFi models
- - Local SD card recording
- - RTSP for Frigate integration
Full Support
Amcrest
✓RTSP local streaming
- - IP cameras with RTSP
- - PoE doorbell cameras
- - Local NVR compatible
- - No cloud required
Full Support
Not Compatible: Ring, Nest Cam, Arlo, Blink, and other cloud-only cameras cannot be integrated. These devices require cloud connectivity and do not support local RTSP streaming.
Network Equipment
A solid network foundation is essential for reliable smart home operation.
UniFi (Ubiquiti)
✓Professional-grade networking
- - Dream Machine / Dream Router
- - UniFi switches (PoE)
- - WiFi 6/7 access points
- - IoT network isolation
- - Traffic analytics & monitoring
Full Support - Strongly Recommended
Other Prosumer Routers
⚠Advanced consumer equipment
- - ASUS routers with Merlin
- - pfSense / OPNsense
- - MikroTik
- - TP-Link Omada
- - Must support VLANs
Compatible - Varies by model
Why We Recommend UniFi
Ubiquiti's UniFi ecosystem provides the reliability and features needed for professional smart home deployments: proper network segmentation, PoE for cameras and access points, and integrated management. Every Somni installation starts with UniFi networking as the foundation.
Bring Your Own Devices
Already have smart devices? Here's what can be integrated into your Somni system.
Zigbee & Z-Wave Devices
Existing Zigbee and Z-Wave devices can almost always be integrated. These open protocols are the foundation of local-first smart home systems.
- - Unpair from old hub
- - Pair to Somni coordinator
- - Full local control retained
WiFi Devices
Some WiFi devices work if they support local control protocols like MQTT, local HTTP APIs, or can be flashed with open firmware.
- - Shelly devices (native local)
- - Tasmota-compatible devices
- - ESPHome-flashable hardware
- - Devices with local APIs
Cloud-Only Devices
Devices that require cloud connectivity cannot be integrated into a local-first system. This is by design - these devices pose privacy and reliability risks.
- - Ring doorbells & cameras
- - Most Alexa-enabled devices
- - Wyze cameras
- - Cloud-only smart plugs
Not Sure If Your Device Is Compatible?
During your consultation, we'll review your existing devices and let you know what can be integrated. In many cases, existing Zigbee/Z-Wave devices work perfectly - you just need to unpair them from your old hub.
Questions About Compatibility?
Not sure if your devices will work? Have questions about specific equipment? We're happy to help.