10 reasons Pilot is the best Domoticz app for iPhone
Full device support
Pilot supports every standard Domoticz device type out of the box: on/off switches, dimmers, RGB and RGBW lights, blinds and shutters, thermostats, scenes, groups, security panels, and every sensor type including temperature, humidity, power, UV, wind, rain, and custom sensors.
Real-time WebSocket updates
Device states sync instantly via a persistent WebSocket connection. When someone toggles a light in another room, you see the change immediately in the app without pulling to refresh or waiting for a polling cycle.
Local-first privacy
Pilot connects directly to your Domoticz server on your local network. There is no mandatory cloud relay, no third-party account required, and no data leaves your network unless you explicitly configure remote access.
Apple Watch companion
Control your most important devices and scenes directly from your wrist with Pilot's dedicated Apple Watch app. Quickly toggle lights, check sensor readings, and activate scenes without reaching for your phone.
Widgets and Control Center (iOS 18+)
Add WidgetKit-based widgets to your home screen and lock screen for one-tap device control. On iOS 18 and later, Pilot also supports Control Center toggles, putting your Domoticz devices right alongside system settings.
Siri Shortcuts
Create voice commands and Shortcuts automations for any Domoticz device or scene. Say "Hey Siri, good night" to trigger your bedtime scene, or build complex multi-step automations in the Shortcuts app.
Geofencing automations
Set up location-based triggers that fire automatically when you arrive home or leave. Turn on lights as you approach, arm the security panel when you depart, or adjust the thermostat based on your proximity.
Push notifications
Receive instant push notifications for Domoticz events. Get alerted when a door sensor opens, a motion detector triggers, a temperature threshold is exceeded, or any device changes state unexpectedly.
Multi-server support
Manage multiple Domoticz servers from a single app. Whether you have a main home server and a holiday home, or separate servers for different buildings, Pilot lets you switch between them seamlessly.
iCloud sync
Your server configurations, room layouts, favorites, and preferences sync automatically across all your Apple devices via iCloud. Set up on your iPhone and everything is ready on your iPad instantly.