Why Use Home Assistant Instead of the Cloud?

Thinking about going local with your smart home setup? Here's why we recommend pairing your devices with Home Assistant instead of relying entirely on cloud-based platforms like Alexa or Google Home.

The Case for Local Control

Local automation means your smart home runs inside your home — not in someone else's data center.

Here’s what you gain:

• 🔒 Privacy – Your data stays on your network and out of third-party servers.
• ⚡ Speed – Automations trigger instantly, with zero cloud delay.
• 🔧 Flexibility – You can integrate more devices and customize everything.

But Isn’t the Cloud More Convenient?

Cloud systems like Alexa are simple and voice-friendly, but they rely on constant internet access. If your connection drops, so does your control. Home Assistant, on the other hand, works offline and plays nicely with cloud systems if you still want voice commands