# Abode Security Hub

*Abode*

> The Abode Security Hub is the hub in the Abode Security Kit. It has a 93 dB siren, connects by Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, and does not work with HomeKit, Z-Wave or Zigbee. It suits Google Home and Alexa users, with native support through the maker's hub. Home Assistant users reach it through an integration (the maker's hub). It does not support HomeKit.

- Canonical page: https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-security-hub
- Last checked: 2026-10-20

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | [Abode](https://smarthomecanon.com/brands/abode) |
| Category | Hub |
| Status | Current[^1] |
| Connection | Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi[^1] |
| Siren | 93 dB siren[^1] |
| Z-Wave and Zigbee | No Z-Wave or Zigbee[^2] |
| Backup | 4G cellular backup with a compatible plan; battery backup up to 12 hours[^1][^2] |
| Power | 110-240V adapter (12V/2A); 7.2V Ni-MH battery pack[^1] |
| Size | 5.75 x 5.75 x 1.65 in, 15.5 oz[^1] |

## Integration paths

**How the Abode Security Hub connects**

| Path | Requires | Local | Features lost |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Proprietary + hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/proprietary-gateway) | self[^1] | unknown | unknown |

**Platform support for the Abode Security Hub**

| Path | Platform | Support | Integration |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Proprietary + hub | [Amazon Alexa](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/alexa) | Native[^1] |  |
| Proprietary + hub | [Google Home](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/google-home) | Native[^1] |  |
| Proprietary + hub | [HomeKit](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/homekit) | Not supported[^2] |  |
| Proprietary + hub | [Home Assistant](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/home-assistant) | withheld |  |

## Roles in a smart home

**Infrastructure roles**

| Role | Acts as one |
| --- | --- |
| Zigbee coordinator | No[^2] |

## Releases

**Abode Security Hub release events**

| Date | Event | Detail |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2023-05-25[^3] | Released |  |

## Related pages

- [Abode hubs](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/abode-hubs) (line)
- [Abode](https://smarthomecanon.com/brands/abode) (brand)
- [Proprietary radio with a hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/proprietary-gateway) (protocol)
- [Amazon Alexa](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/alexa) (platform)
- [Google Home](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/google-home) (platform)
- [HomeKit](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/homekit) (platform)
- [Home Assistant](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/home-assistant) (platform)

## Sources

[^1]: Abode Security Kit - Abode. https://goabode.com/product/abode-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^2]: Security Kit FAQ (updated May 21, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8849690-security-kit-faq (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^3]: Meet the new Abode Security Kit (May 25, 2023). https://goabode.com/blog/meet-the-new-abode-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)