HomeBot for Shortcuts

HomeBot for Shortcuts

Shortcuts Actions for HomeKit

18 ratings
20 reviews
$5.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • February 24, 2021
  • February 12, 2026

Features

HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #1 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #2 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #3 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #4 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #5 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #6 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #7 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #8 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #9 for iPhone
HomeBot for Shortcuts screenshot #10 for iPhone
iphone
ipad
🖼️Get Icon
Icons↘︎

About

This app enhances your smart home automation by providing powerful new actions for your HomeKit setup. It allows for bulk control of scenes, devices, and properties, as well as detailed information retrieval from your connected devices and sensors.

Bulk HomeKit action execution
Detailed HomeKit item listing and filtering
Trigger scenes and switch device status
Change device properties like brightness and temperature
Set primary home for default Siri use
Supports a wide range of smart home devices and sensors
Show original description

What's New in HomeBot for Shortcuts

2.1.1

February 12, 2026

• Added support for scene deactivation. • Bug fixes and stability improvements.

User reviews

No support

There is no support on the developer’s web site for this app.
It’s very difficult to understand how these shortcuts work, except for the most basic ones.
Not useful.

API issues and not approved for HomeKit

Bit of a scam to sell an app that isn’t able to communicate to HomeKit just throws API errors…

Pretty much useless

I can't work out how to use this. I don't consider myself stupid, but "Import an example shortcut to begin learning how to use HomBot actions" is not enough documentation for me to work it out. No matter what I try I just get errors. I'll be asking for a refund.

Concept Stage

I like the concept as it adds two nice features to Apple’ Shortcuts for getting and changing HomeKit data. The major downside is the almost total lack of documentation (except for a few limited examples.

The issue is that though there are only two new Shortcut items, each has lots of sub-values which can be entered…. Manually debugging with the sample screen coming up each run is annoying . How do I turn that off?

A little polishing is needed
Show more

Frustrating! Could be 5*

On the one hand I am really glad this app exists as it allows me to interact effectively with my Philips Hue devices but on the other hand it's so annoying that it doesn't exist in the menu bar. Therefore every time you run a shortcut on the Mac this app then appears in a window and is annoying and distracting. Please, please, please update so this is discreetly hidden away in the background as a menu bar UI - there is now need for this to be a foreground app window. An update will surely put this firmly in the 5* position.
Show more

Developer apps

FAQ

What is HomeBot for Shortcuts?

HomeBot for Shortcuts is a utility app that provides advanced actions for Apple's HomeKit platform. It allows users to automate their smart home devices and scenes in more powerful ways than native Shortcuts actions.

How much does HomeBot for Shortcuts cost?

HomeBot for Shortcuts is a paid app, priced at $5.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features for automating your HomeKit setup.

What devices is HomeBot for Shortcuts compatible with?

HomeBot for Shortcuts is available for macOS, iOS, and iPadOS. You can use it on your Mac, iPhone, and iPad to manage your smart home.

What types of HomeKit devices does HomeBot for Shortcuts support?

HomeBot for Shortcuts supports a wide array of devices including outlets, lightbulbs, thermostats, fans, and locks, as well as sensors for temperature, humidity, and air quality. It can also control device groups.

Can HomeBot for Shortcuts control multiple devices at once?

Yes, HomeBot for Shortcuts excels at bulk actions. You can trigger multiple scenes, switch the status of several devices or groups, and change properties like light brightness or thermostat temperature for many devices simultaneously.

How often is HomeBot for Shortcuts updated?

The app was last updated on February 12, 2026, indicating ongoing development and support. Users can expect regular updates to improve functionality and compatibility.

What is the age rating for HomeBot for Shortcuts?

HomeBot for Shortcuts has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content concerns.

Does HomeBot for Shortcuts offer a free trial?

As a paid application, HomeBot for Shortcuts does not typically offer a free trial. The purchase price of $5.99 provides full access to its advanced HomeKit automation features.