Homey, the smart home hub maker, is raising prices on its Homey Pro and Homey Pro Mini starting June 1, 2026. The company points to rising costs for RAM and storage as the main reason for this change.
If you’ve been considering buying one of these devices, you’ve got about two weeks to grab them at the current price before the hike takes effect.
What’s Changing and Why
Homey announced the price increase in a message to its community. They highlighted the growing costs of RAM (the short-term memory chips that enable devices to multitask) and onboard storage for both the Homey Pro and the smaller Homey Pro Mini. The company sees this as a necessary adjustment rather than an attempt to boost profits.
This trend isn’t just happening with Homey. Prices for memory chips have been on the rise across the electronics market. Manufacturers, who rely on fast and reliable RAM, face tight margins. It’s like a restaurant having to increase menu prices when ingredient costs go up — the dish remains the same, but the cost to prepare it has increased.
The Homey Pro acts as a local smart home controller. It manages your connected devices, like lights, locks, and thermostats, directly from your home’s hardware. This setup is crucial for privacy-conscious users and those wanting their smart home to function even if the internet goes down.
The Homey Pro Lineup, Explained
Homey currently offers two versions of its Pro hub:
- Homey Pro — the larger version, designed for bigger homes and more complex automations
- Homey Pro Mini — a compact, budget-friendly option that still operates locally
Both devices support a variety of smart home protocols (the languages devices use to communicate), including Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, and Wi-Fi. This wide compatibility is a big reason many consumers prefer Homey over single-ecosystem hubs like Amazon Echo or Apple HomePod.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Price hike effective date | June 1, 2026 |
| Devices affected | Homey Pro, Homey Pro Mini |
| Reason given | Rising RAM and storage component costs |
| Hub type | Local smart home controller (no cloud required) |
| Supported protocols | Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
What This Means for You
If you already own a Homey Pro or Pro Mini, nothing will change. Your device will continue to function as it does now. The price increase only applies to new purchases made on or after June 1.
For anyone shopping for a smart home hub, timing is key. Buying before June 1 locks in the current price. Homey hasn’t disclosed exactly how much prices will rise, so check the official Homey website for current and expected post-hike pricing before making a decision.
This situation also highlights that the smart home hardware market isn’t immune to the supply chain issues affecting phones, laptops, and other electronics. As manufacturers face rising component costs, price increases for niche devices like smart hubs often fly under the radar compared to moves from larger companies like Apple or Samsung — but they’re just as real.
What the Community Is Saying
“Disappointing but not shocking. RAM prices have been rough for a while. At least they’re being transparent about the reason instead of just quietly updating the store page.”
“Ordered mine this morning after seeing this. The local processing is still the best reason to go Homey over the cloud-dependent alternatives. Just wish the timing wasn’t so tight.”
What To Watch
- June 1, 2026 — New pricing goes live on the Homey store. Check the official site to compare before-and-after prices once the change is confirmed.
- Competitor pricing — Keep an eye on whether other local smart home hub makers (like Home Assistant’s Green or Yellow hardware) implement their own price increases, since the same component cost pressures apply industrywide.
- Homey app updates — Alongside pricing changes, Homey has been rolling out software improvements to its platform. Often, a hardware price bump coincides with renewed software focus to justify the cost for new buyers.
Maya Torres
Maya Torres is the Consumer Tech Editor at Explosion.com with 7 years covering product launches for major technology publications. She has reviewed over 300 devices across smartphones, laptops, wearables, and smart home products. Maya specializes in translating spec sheets into real-world buying advice and attends CES, MWC, and Apple keynotes as press. Her reviews focus on helping readers decide what to buy, not just what specs look good on paper.
