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Add To HomeKit Bridge: Add any smart home Devices to Apple HomeKit

Oliver H

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Add To HomeKit Bridge: Add any smart home Devices to Apple HomeKit

If you're eager to control your non-HomeKit devices via the Apple Home App and Siri, you've probably explored various ways to integrate your smart home devices with Apple HomeKit. But what's the Best and most affordable way? Let’s Find.

But here's the catch – not all smart home devices come with a HomeKit passport. Some are outside the HomeKit compatibility circle. That's where the Athom Bridge steps in – a bridge that connects the gaps and makes your non-HomeKit devices work with HomeKit.

What is Add To HomeKit Bridge?

Athom Bridge is a small, plug-and-play device that allows you to add non-HomeKit devices to HomeKit. It is a pre-flashed Homebridge server and a convenient solution for integrating non-native HomeKit devices.

Simply, Athom Bridge is a bridge between your non-HomeKit-compatible smart home devices and HomeKit.

Home Assistant is also very similar to Athom Bridge as it is a hub that allows you to have a great home automation!

There are two different types of ATH Bridges

  1. ATM HomeKit HomeBridge server
  2. ATM HomeKit HomeBridge Zigbee server – Especially for ZigBee device users

The HomeKit Homebridge Server is great option for adding non-HomeKit devices to Apple HomeKit.

HomeKit HomeBridge Server

The Homebridge Server is a more affordable option, but it does not support Zigbee devices.

Let’s find out more about HomeKIt Bridge HomeBridge server

HomeKit HomeBridge Zigbee server

The Homebridge Zigbee Server is more expensive, but it does support Zigbee devices. Ultimately, the best option for you will depend on your needs and budget.

Key Features of ATH Bridge

  • Simple Setup: You can easily set up your system with a quick and hassle-free installation process.
  • Enhanced Security: Safeguard your devices and data with a secure option that ensures privacy.
  • Local Network Control: Seamlessly connect and manage your devices within your home network.
  • Plugin Compatibility: Integrate seamlessly with a variety of plugins for extended functionality.
  • Compact Design: The tiny footprint saves space while delivering powerful performance.
  • Wide Accessory Support: Connect over 2,000 accessories, expanding your smart device compatibility.
  • Budget-Friendly Solution: Achieve affordable integration of your smart devices without compromising quality.

Benefits of using ATH Bridges

There are several benefits of using ATH Bridges to add non-HomeKit devices to HomeKit. These include:

  • Ease of use: ATH Bridges are easy to set up and use. They are also compatible with a wide range of devices.
  • Security: ATH Bridges are secure. It runs locally on your network. They use industry-standard security protocols to protect your data.
  • Privacy: ATH Bridges respect your privacy. They don't collect any personal data about you or your devices.

If you are looking for a way to add non-HomeKit devices to HomeKit, an ATH Bridge is a great option. They are easy to set up, secure, and respect your privacy.

The goal of matter technology is to connect many smart home systems. ATH Bridge is one of my favourite products to augment HomeKit usage outside of Matter. Athom Bridge also helped me add any Alexa device to Apple HomeKit. It even helped me create Shelly HomeKit!

ATH HomeKit Homebridge Server

It is a small device that is used to add any smart home device to Apple HomeKit. It acts as a bridge between your smart home device and HomeKit.

  • Wide Range of Supported Plugins

Nest, Ring, Lifx, TP-Link Kasa, Ikea, Aqara, Philips Hue, Sonos, Logitech, Eero Arlo, Wemo, Schlage, ESPHome, Hikvision, ADT and many more...

Pros

  • Easy to set up
  • Compatible with a wide range of devices
  • Affordable

Cons

  • Does not support Zigbee devices

ATH HomeKit Homebridge Zigbee Server

It is a tiny device that is used to add any smart home device to HomeKit. It also supports to your ZigBee devices. It acts as a bridge between your non-HomeKit compatible smart home device and Apple Hom eKit.

  • Supported Zigbee Brands and Devices

Aurora, Belkin, Bitron, Bosch, Heiman, Hive, Innr, Lutron, Osram, Tuya/Smart Life, Ikea, SmartThings, Philips and many more...

  • Thousands Of HomeBridge Plugins

Nest/Nest Camera, Ring, LIFX, Ecobee, Lokitron, TP-Link Kasa, Ikea, Philips Hue, Sonos, Blink Camera, Logitech, D-Link, Arlo, Wemo, Nuki, Reolink, Yale, Abode, UniFi, Smartwings, Eufy and many more...

Pros

  • Easy to set up
  • Compatible with a wide range of devices
  • Supports Zigbee devices

Cons

  • Bit expensive than the Athom HomeKit Homebridge Server

Why choose Add to HomeKit Bridge?

Here are some additional tips for choosing a Homebridge server:

  • Consider the devices you want to add to HomeKit. If you have Zigbee devices, you will need a Homebridge server that supports Zigbee.
  • Consider your budget. The Athom Homebridge Server is a more affordable option, but the Athom Homebridge Zigbee Server is more expensive.
  • Consider your technical skills. The Athom Homebridge Server is easier to set up than the Athom Homebridge Zigbee Server.
  • HomeKit HomeBridge servers provide a convenient solution for integrating non-native smart home devices into the Apple HomeKit ecosystem. Two popular options in this category are the Athom Bridge and Athom Zigbee Bridge.

If you're interested in the ATH Bridge Alternatives, you can check our article about the Enomek, HOOBS and Homebridge solutions here.

How to set up the ATH Bridge? [Step by Step Guide]

  1. Remove the pre-flashed SD card.
  2. Insert the SD card into the server.
  3. Connect the server to your router using the provided Ethernet cable.
  4. Activate the server.
  5. Find the server's IP address through your router's interface.
  6. Access the server's interface using your browser's IP and port 8581 (e.g., http://192.168.4.12:8581).
  7. Log in using standard credentials (admin/admin).
  8. Select and download the required plugins for your smart home devices.

FAQs


The ATH HomeBridge HomeKit server (ATH Bridge) is a small, compact and powerful tool that bridges HomeKit incompatible devices with Apple HomeKit. It acts as a bridge between different smart home ecosystems. Therefore, allowing you to control your devices (lights, thermostats and sensors through Apple Home app and Siri. It simplifies your smart home experience by bringing together various device protocols.
You can buy ATH Bridge from the Matter Hubs Store.
ATH Bridge is very secure as it runs locally on your network. Also, it provides a worry-free experience for all users.
  1. Connect the ATH Bridge to your network (with Ethernet/ Wi-Fi).
  2. Download the HomeBridge app, this will provide a step-by-step guide.
  3. The added smart devices will automatically appear in the Apple Home app.
  4. Lastly, follow the prompts shown on the screen to pair your device with HomeKit.

It supports multiple protocols such as:

  • ZigBee
  • Z-Wave
  • Wi-Fi

The ATH Bridge can create integrations between HomeKit incompatible devices such as cameras, motion detectors, light, etc. (Use the plugin and the configuration options in the HomeBridge app to easily connect the devices to the Apple ecosystem.

It supports multiple protocols such as:

  1. Download the HomeBridge App.
  2. Select the appropriate plugins.
  3. Follow the instruction given in the app (pairing the device, entering network details/ scanning QR code.)
If the devices are already paired with the ATH Bridge, you must configure them with the Apple Home app. Create “Triggers” and “Schedules” to your liking.
In short, yes! The ATH Bridge gives remote access through the Apple Home app as you it is used to integrate devices with HomeKit. However, you will need a HomeKit Hub like Apple TV, HomePod or an iPad to enable this feature.
Yes! The ATH Bridge is customizable. It supported a wide variety of custom plugins that can be used to connect to non-HomeKit devices.
These plugins can be installed to the HomeBridge app and configured accordingly based on the specific requirements of the devices.

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