HomeGuru

HomeGuru

by zenwheel

3 ratings
11 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 16, 2009
  • September 2, 2025

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Control your home's lights and appliances with this app designed for SmartLinc INSTEON controllers. View and manage configured scenes, sending on, off, or fade commands directly from your device. It offers a faster and more user-friendly experience than web interfaces.

Control lights and appliances
View and manage scenes
Send on, off, and fade commands
Automatic device support
User-friendly interface
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What's New in HomeGuru

4.2.0

September 2, 2025

Updated for newer devices.

User reviews

Awesome Insteon Controller

Worth every penny. Great app for controlling your insteon home from anywhere in the world. Works really well. Developer is super-responsive to any questions or issues.

Fast Control of Insteon switches

My Insteon switches respond almost immediately with this app, unlike MobiLinc. I wish I could control my Insteon thermostat. The blue indicator when a dimmer is off makes it appear like its turned on. Would like to see gray for off and blue or red for on.

Developer is responsive - but app still lacks features

It's one of the better Insteon drivers out there. Could be so much more as people start getting more and more iOS devices in their homes.

For me - it needs the ability to hide devices/scenes - or specify favorites… I don't want the same view to show on all of my iOS devices. That's something that wants to be configured client-side… not from the server/controller interface.
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I wish I bought this sooner, but...

... having unfortunately paid for and tried most of the other Insteon- compatible remote controllers, I wish I had stumbled upon this one first. Most of the apps out there are simple enough, but getting them to work is such a pain... and when they do, they are slow to refresh the on/off status of a device, or simply time-out while doing so. Initially I had much better luck with HomeGuru, but over the past few months it's also had some failures to refresh and device time-outs. I also agree with some of the other reviewers that the graphic interface could use some improvement, but I think it's still one of the best available.
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You will like this

Just what I wanted. Presents just what you need, efficiently. Once I understood how to format my addresses, it was smooth and effortless. Takes the drudgery out of getting to your device to operate it. Response is immediate. Forget Mobilinc. Also, support from Scott is right there, just ask.

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FAQ

What devices does HomeGuru support?

HomeGuru specifically supports SmartLinc INSTEON controllers (part #2412N). It automatically recognizes all devices configured within your SmartLinc, requiring no additional setup.

What firmware versions are compatible with HomeGuru?

HomeGuru supports SmartLinc firmware version 3.0 and iPhone firmware version 2.0. It is also known to work with firmware version 2.8, though device status may not be available.

How does HomeGuru compare to the web interface?

HomeGuru offers a significantly quicker and more user-friendly experience for controlling your home's lights and appliances compared to using the device's web interface, especially when authentication is involved.

Is HomeGuru free to use?

Yes, HomeGuru is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its use.

Does HomeGuru have ads?

No, HomeGuru does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.

What platforms is HomeGuru available on?

HomeGuru is available for iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to run on these Apple platforms.

How often is HomeGuru updated?

The latest version of HomeGuru is 4.2.0, released on September 2, 2025. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support.

What is the user rating for HomeGuru?

HomeGuru has an average rating of 3.7 stars, based on 3 user reviews. This suggests a generally positive but mixed user reception.