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Does the BroadLink RM4 mini work with HomeKit, Alexa, and Google Home?

The BroadLink RM4 mini is an infrared-only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi hub with a typical range of 8 m. Home Assistant supports it. It suits Home Assistant users through an integration (local Wi-Fi control).

At a glance: works withHow this is decided: cited platform facts only
HomeKit
Unknown
Unknown
Google Home
Unknown
Unknown
Alexa
Unknown
Unknown
SmartThings
Unknown
Unknown
Home Assistant
Yes[1]
Wi-Fi local, via Broadlink

Key facts

BroadLink RM4 mini facts

How facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
FactValue
StatusCurrent[2]
TypeIR universal remote hub[2]
InfraredYes, 38 kHz, 8 m typical range[2]
RFunknown
RadioWi-Fi 2.4 GHz[2]
Power5V 1A[2]
Size48 x 48 x 43.2 mm[2]

Integration paths

How the BroadLink RM4 mini connects

2 pathsHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PathRequiresiLocaliFeatures lostPlatformsi
Wi-Fi localHome Assistant Broadlink integration[1]Yes[1]unknown
Wi-Fi cloudPhone app (iOS 11 or Android 5.1 and above)[2]unknownunknownunknown
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Requires
Hardware the path needs beyond the device and a controller.
Local
Yes when control on this path keeps working with the internet down.
Platforms
The platforms that work with the device on this path: Native (out of the box), Via integration (needs an add-on) or Not supported.

Home Assistant and Homey

Ways to add the BroadLink RM4 mini

2 routesHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PlatformLeveliIntegrationDetailsEvidenceLimitations
Home AssistantNative (local)[1]broadlinkWi-Fi local
  • Quality: No score[1]
  • IoT class: Local Polling[1]
  • Works with Home Assistant: Not certified[1]
Model namedLimited: The manufacturer app is required to connect new devices to the network[1]
HomeyCommunity app[3]com.broadlinkWi-Fi local
  • App: Community[3]
  • Runs on: Homey Pro[3]
Model namedNone stated
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Level
How the device gets into the platform on this route. The headline is the best route: local before cloud, direct before bridged, core before community. The methodology page lists every level.

Cite this page

BroadLink RM4 mini. Smart Home Canon. https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/broadlink-rm4-mini. Last checked 2026-10-20.

Sources

  1. [1]
    DOChome-assistant.io / Broadlink - Home Assistant
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  2. [2]
    MFRibroadlink.com / IR Universal Remote RM4 mini - BroadLink
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  3. [3]
    DOChomey.app / Homey App Store: Broadlink
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