# Abode hubs

*Abode / 3 models / 2023*

> Abode sells three hubs: the Security Hub, the Smart Security Hub and the Iota Hub. Only the Smart Security Hub and the Iota Hub work with HomeKit, and they are also the two with Z-Wave and Zigbee. The Security Hub works with Alexa and Google Assistant, connects by Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, and has no Z-Wave, Zigbee or HomeKit. The Smart Security Hub connects by Ethernet only. The Iota Hub adds a built-in 1080p camera, motion sensor and two-way voice.

- Canonical page: https://smarthomecanon.com/lines/abode-hubs
- Last checked: 2026-10-20

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | [Abode](https://smarthomecanon.com/brands/abode) |
| Models | 3 |
| Current | 3 |
| Releases | 2023 |

## Currently sold

**Abode hubs: models on sale now**

| Model | Series | Released |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [Abode Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-security-hub) | Abode Security Hub | 2023-05-25[^1] |
| [Abode Smart Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-smart-security-hub) | Smart Security Hub | unknown |
| [Abode Iota Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-iota-hub) | Iota Hub | unknown |

## Lineup

**Abode hubs: every model**

| Model | Model numbers | Connection | Siren | Z-Wave and Zigbee | HomeKit | Backup | Status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Abode Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-security-hub) |  | Ethernet or 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi[^2] | 93 dB siren[^2] | No Z-Wave or Zigbee[^3] | No[^3][^4] | 4G cellular backup with a compatible plan; battery backup up to 12 hours[^2][^3] | Current[^2] |
| [Abode Smart Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-smart-security-hub) |  | Ethernet only[^5] | 93 dB siren[^6] | Z-Wave and Zigbee[^7] | Yes[^4] | 4G cellular backup with a Pro plan SIM; battery backup up to 5 hours[^6] | Current[^8] |
| [Abode Iota Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-iota-hub) |  | Ethernet, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi and 4G cellular[^9][^10][^11] | 93 dB siren[^10] | Z-Wave and Zigbee[^7] | Yes[^4] | 4G cellular backup with a compatible plan; Ni-MH battery backup[^10][^9] | Current[^9] |

## Timeline

**Abode hubs: dated events**

| Date | Model | Event | Detail |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2023-05-25[^1] | [Abode Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-security-hub) | Released |  |

## Related pages

- [Abode](https://smarthomecanon.com/brands/abode) (brand)
- [Abode Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-security-hub) (device)
- [Abode Smart Security Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-smart-security-hub) (device)
- [Abode Iota Hub](https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/abode-iota-hub) (device)

## Sources

[^1]: Meet the new Abode Security Kit (May 25, 2023). https://goabode.com/blog/meet-the-new-abode-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^2]: Abode Security Kit - Abode. https://goabode.com/product/abode-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^3]: Security Kit FAQ (updated May 21, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8849690-security-kit-faq (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^4]: Apple HomeKit Guide (updated May 25, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8984158-apple-homekit-guide (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^5]: Smart Security Kit FAQ (updated September 10, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8849300-smart-security-kit-faq (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^6]: Smart Security Kit - Abode. https://goabode.com/product/smart-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^7]: 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)
[^8]: Smart Security Hub - Abode. https://goabode.com/product/smart-security-hub/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^9]: Iota All-In-One Security Kit | Abode. https://goabode.com/product/iota-all-in-one-security-kit/ (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^10]: Iota Kit Overview (updated May 21, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/9125765-iota-kit-overview (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)
[^11]: Iota Kit FAQ (updated May 21, 2026). https://help.goabode.com/en/articles/8819590-iota-kit-faq (manufacturer, checked 2026-10-20)