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Samsung to Introduce Paid Tiers for SmartThings API Access Starting October 2026
Samsung will begin charging for access to its SmartThings API starting October 2026, including a $4.99 monthly plan for non-commercial individual developers. The Verge reported that some advanced users and third-party tools may also face charges under the new structure.
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Samsung will roll out new paid tiers for access to its SmartThings API beginning in October 2026, The Verge reported. One tier offers a $4.99 monthly plan for non-commercial individual developers. The Verge reported that some advanced smart home users who directly access the SmartThings API or rely on third-party tools may also fall under the new pricing.
Paulus Schoutsen, founder of Home Assistant, stated that use of the Home Assistant integration will be affected and will fall under Samsung's new personal plans. Samsung stated that the new pricing will allow it to invest heavily in enterprise-grade features, including stability improvements, new integrations, and a refresh of its Developer Center hub.
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