Hi everyone, I’ve just started diving into the world of smart home devices and I’m absolutely thrilled with what I’ve managed to set up so far. My current setup includes a Philips Hue bridge kit with six lights, a Ring Doorbell, two Nest 3rd Gen thermostats, a smart plug, and a Google Home. While I’ve heard great things about the SmartThings Hub, I’m not quite convinced I need it yet. However, I’d love to find a way to control all these devices from a single control panel or app without relying on SmartThings.
I’ve been experimenting with IFTTT and Stringify, but I’m curious if there’s an iOS or Android app—or even a web app—that can help me achieve this level of control. I have an old iPad and an Android tablet that I could potentially use for this purpose. If anyone has any suggestions or recommendations, I’d be incredibly grateful!
For those of you who are more experienced with smart home setups, I’d love to hear about your favorite apps or tools for device control. Have you found a way to streamline your setup without a hub? I’m all ears for any tips or tricks you might have. Thanks in advance for your help and insights!