How to Add Any Honeywell Devices to Apple HomeKit

How to Add Any Honeywell Devices to Apple HomeKit

I have found the four methods to add Honeywell HomeKit integration! There are easy ways to show your Honeywell devices on your Apple Home App that don't require any technical knowledge. You Know! Honeywell Home is rebranding their products as Resideo. 

So, if you were wondering whether you can add your Honeywell devices to Apple HomeKit (Resideo Apple HomeKit), look no more because I have listed out and explained the best solution for you to control Honeywell with the Apple Home App. 

AddtoHomeKit [Recommended Solution]

AddtoHomeKit is a great solution to add your Honeywell devices to HomeKit. This solution allows you to just select what devices you want to add and then install the plugins for you. Which you can use to add your Honeywell Thermostat to Apple HomeKit. Not only Honeywell HomeKit Integration you can also add any devices to Apple Home Kit using AddtoHomeKit. 

Why did we choose AddToHomeKit?

  • Very simple and requires low effort and time
  • User-friendly
  • No coding required
  • Premium service
  • Has more than 2000 devices enabling them to plug in
  • Offers seamless integration

ATH Bridge [Affordable Solution]

AddToHomeKit Bridge is also a great way to create a Honeywell Apple Home. ATH Bridge is a device solution, it is pre-flashed and compiled server designed to seamlessly and effortlessly integrate Honeywell smart devices with Apple HomeKit. You just have to download the plugins and configure them. 

Benefits of ATH Bridge

  • A specially compiled and pre-flashed HomeBridge server.
  • User-friendly
  • No coding required
  • Premium service
  • Has more than 2000 devices enabling them to plug in
  • Offers seamless integration

HOOBS Solution

An excellent way to make a Honeywell HomeKit. HOOBS is basically an update of HomeBridge. HOOBS mean HomeBridge Out of the Box. Not much to say and explain, HOOBS was also a great solution to add any Honeywell smart device to Apple HomeKit

HomeBridge Solution

HomeBridge is an amazing tool that bridges the gap for devices that are not natively supported by HomeKit. It is an open-source platform that lets you control Honeywell Home bridge plugins through the Apple Home app.   

Step-By-Step Guide to add Honeywell Devices to HomeKit using AddToHomeKit

  1. Go to the AddToHomeKit website.
  2. Select the Honeywell ecosystem.
  3. Choose the preferred solution.
  4. Select the operating system.
  5. Install the HomeBridge plugins.
  6. Select the activation package.
  7. Follow on-screen instructions.

You can also integrate Wyze HomeKit and Vivint HomeKit.

Step-By-Step Guide to add Honeywell Devices to HomeKit using HOOBS

  1. Prepare your Network:
  2. Make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi network available, both your iOS device and HOOBs to the same wi-fi network.


  3. Visit the HOOBS website:
  4. You must flash the HOOBS image onto a microSD card using appropriate software (eg: BalenaEtcher or Raspberry Pi Image). Now, insert the microSD into the Raspberry Pi. Acquire and install HOOBS.


  5. Boot up HOOBS:
  6. After the installation of HOOBS. Connect your Raspberry Pi to power and wait for HOOBS to boot up. HOOBS will appear as a Wi-Fi network namely “hoobs.local”, connect your device to this network.


  7. Access HOOBS Dashboard:
  8. Visit http://hoobs.local. And follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup of HOOBS. You would most likely need to set up your admin account and connect HOOBS to your Wi-Fi network.


  9. Access HOOBS Configuration:
  10. After completing the setup, you will be directed to the HOOBS dashboard where you can manage plugins and configure devices.


  11. Install Honeywell Plugin:
  12. In the HOOBS dashboard, click on “Plugins” in the sidebar. Search for “Honeywell” in the Plugins Marketplace. Click “Install”.


  13. Configure the Honeywell Plugin.
  14. Add Honeywell Devices to HomeKit.

You can also add Any LifeSmart Devices to Apple HomeKit using HOOBS solution.

Step-By-Step Guide to add Honeywell Devices to HomeKit using HomeBridge

  1. Install HomeBridge:
  2. Set up HomeBridge on a Raspberry Pi, macOS or Windows machine.


  3. Install HomeBridge Honeywell Plugin:
  4. Add the HomeBridge-Honeywell-Protect or HomeBridge-Honeywell Access plugin to enable communication between HomeKit and Honeywell devices.


  5. Configure the Plugin:
  6. 
     
    {  
        "name": "Honeywell",  
        "username": "your-honeywell-email",  
        "password": "your-honeywell-password",  
        "platform": "Honeywell"  
    }  
     
    

  7. Restart HomeBridge:
  8. Pair with HomeKit:
  9. Open the Home App on your device. You would be able to locate the Honeywell devices you have configured with the HomeBridge plugin. Now you will be able to add any Honeywell device to the Apple HomeKit setup and control them through the home app or via Siri.

Not only Honeywell Home Kit, you can also add any devices to HomeKit using HomeBridge plugins.

Honeywell Thermostat to HomeKit – Compatible Devices

  • 2nd Generation Lyric Thermostat
  • T9 Smart Thermostat with Sensor
  • T10 Pro Smart Thermostat with RedLINK Room Sensor
  • Round Smart Thermostat
  • T6 Pro Smart Thermostat
  • Honeywell Lyric T5 Thermostat

Connect Honeywell Thermostat to HomeKit on Home App

  1. Click on the Menu icon at the bottom of the Thermostat screen.
  2. Select the Connect HomeKit option.
  3. Install the Apple Home App on your Apple Device.
  4. Open the Home App and click on the + icon.
  5. Tap on Add Accessory > Scan the QR Code appearing on your thermostat. (You can also scan the QR Code on the device or manual.)
  6. Add the Honeywell Thermostat to a location and rename it.
  7. Click Continue and Done buttons.
  8. Follow the onscreen prompts and complete it.

Troubleshooting of Honeywell Thermostat

  • Check the Model Number of the Thermostat to ensure it is HomeKit supported.
  • Take a look at the wiring -if it is in good condition (A C-Wire is a must).
  • Ensure a stable connection to WIFI.

Honeywell Home T9 Smart Thermostat

Honeywell Home T9 Smart Thermostat

The Honeywell Home T9 is Resideo’s first consumer thermostat to support remote temperature sensors. The Honeywell T9 Apple HomeKit Smart Thermostat doesn’t have an integrated smart speaker. It won’t automatically adapt to your comings and goings. Users can control their Honeywell Home T9 smart thermostat using Siri or with the Apple Home app.   

Included in the box

  • Honeywell T9 thermostat unit
  • Honeywell-branded power adapter kit
  • Honeywell room temperature sensor + two batteries for it
  • Backplate (mount this on the wall and hook the wires up to it)
  • Mounting hardware for the backplate
  • Instruction manual

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Responsive sensors
  • Easy to set up
  • Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and HomeKit
  • Extensive HVAC system compatibility
  • C-wire kit included
  • Priced significantly less than many competitors' models
  • Clean and simple design
  • Sensors can monitor humidity
  • Responsive touchscreen display

Cons

  • App could be more intuitive
  • No backplate included
  • No control over humidity
  • No energy reporting
  • No HomeKit support yet

Honeywell Matter Integration

Unfortunately, some brands still don't work with Matter. Honeywell! That still doesn't work with Matter. Honeywell maintains its own platform. As such, they have no official stance on matter integration. 

Editor's Pick

You can have an amazing experience with Honeywell iOS HomeKit integration. Here we have provided several methods to add your smart devices to Apple HomeKit easily.  

Among them, AddtoHomeKit is our recommended solution for integrating Honeywell Home Apple HomeKit. It is a desktop solution, so you don’t have to download any bulky apps and documents. However, you need to consider your needs and preferences before making the decision! We hope this article has given you a little insight and an idea of what is the best solution for you is!  

FAQs


Yes, Honeywell works with Apple HomeKit. To connect the Honeywell Thermostat to the Home Kit you must have a compatible device that supports the HomeKit. The Honeywell Thermostat works better with Apple Home than other products.

The Honeywell thermostat's average lifespan is around 10-20 years.

Yes, Honeywell has implemented the HomeKit Chip and updated the software, so Honeywell works with Apple HomeKit.

Evohome is not integrated with Apple HomeKit.

Yes, the T6 Resideo Honeywell Home Thermostats are compatible with Google Assistant.