# Abode Smart Security Hub

*Abode*

> The Smart Security Hub is the Abode hub with Z-Wave and Zigbee controllers, HomeKit support and a 93 dB siren. It connects by Ethernet only. It suits HomeKit, 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).

- Canonical page: https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-smart-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 only[^2] |
| Siren | 93 dB siren[^3] |
| Z-Wave and Zigbee | Z-Wave and Zigbee[^4] |
| HomeKit | Yes[^5] |
| Backup | 4G cellular backup with a Pro plan SIM; battery backup up to 5 hours[^3] |
| Power | 110-240V adapter (12V/2A); Ni-MH battery pack[^3] |
| Size | 7.7 x 5.7 x 1.7 in, 1.7 lb[^3] |

## Integration paths

**How the Abode Smart Security Hub connects**

| Path | Requires | Local | Features lost |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Zigbee](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/zigbee) | self[^4] | unknown | unknown |
| [Z-Wave](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/zwave) | self[^4] | unknown | unknown |
| [Proprietary + hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/proprietary-gateway) | self[^1] | unknown | unknown |

**Platform support for the Abode Smart Security Hub**

| Path | Platform | Support | Integration |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Proprietary + hub | [Amazon Alexa](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/alexa) | Native[^2][^6] |  |
| Proprietary + hub | [Google Home](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/google-home) | Native[^2][^6] |  |
| Proprietary + hub | [HomeKit](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/homekit) | Native[^5][^6] |  |
| Proprietary + hub | [Home Assistant](https://smarthomecanon.com/platforms/home-assistant) | withheld |  |

## Roles in a smart home

**Infrastructure roles**

| Role | Acts as one |
| --- | --- |
| Zigbee coordinator | Yes[^4] |

## Related pages

- [Abode hubs](https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/abode-hubs) (line)
- [Abode](https://smarthomecanon.com/brands/abode) (brand)
- [Zigbee](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/zigbee) (protocol)
- [Z-Wave](https://smarthomecanon.com/protocols/zwave) (protocol)
- [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]: Smart Security Hub - Abode. https://goabode.com/product/smart-security-hub/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^2]: Smart Security Kit FAQ (updated September 10, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8849300-smart-security-kit-faq (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^3]: Smart Security Kit - Abode. https://goabode.com/product/smart-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^4]: Z-Wave/Zigbee Devices Guide (updated August 12, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8984193-z-wave-zigbee-devices-guide (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^5]: Apple HomeKit Guide (updated May 25, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8984158-apple-homekit-guide (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^6]: Smart Security Kit Overview (updated May 21, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/9125767-smart-security-kit-overview (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)