Domoticz

Requires manual setup, security configuration (per the SECURITY SETUP documentation), and ongoing updates, which can be complex for non-technical users compared to cloud-based alternatives.

Relies on a forum for help with GitHub issues not for end-user support, potentially leading to slower resolution times and less direct developer assistance.

Lacks dedicated mobile apps, depending solely on a web frontend that may not match the convenience or performance of native applications for notifications and control.

As an open-source, self-hosted system, users bear full responsibility for securing their deployment, including vulnerabilities and updates, increasing operational overhead.