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DuloNode
DuloNode
cloud Freemium 8 devices
VS
Amazon Echo
Amazon Echo
local Free 2 devices

Node-RED Alexa integration comparison · 645 combined weekly downloads

Feature Comparison

Feature DuloNode Amazon Echo
Deployment cloud local
Pricing Freemium Free
Setup Difficulty easy easy
Alexa Skill Required Yes No
Device Types 8 2
Weekly Downloads 487 158
License SEE LICENSE IN LICENSE.md MIT
Last Updated 2026-02-15 2026-01-13

Supported Devices

light
✓ DuloNode ✓ Amazon Echo
switch
✓ DuloNode ✓ Amazon Echo
thermostat
✓ DuloNode ✕ Amazon Echo
lock
✓ DuloNode ✕ Amazon Echo
blind
✓ DuloNode ✕ Amazon Echo
fan
✓ DuloNode ✕ Amazon Echo
tv
✓ DuloNode ✕ Amazon Echo
garage door
✓ DuloNode ✕ Amazon Echo

DuloNode

node-red-contrib-dulonode

Alexa integration with Node-RED. Voice-control lights, blinds, locks, thermostats, TVs, and more using Node-RED.

PricingFreemium
Setupeasy
Weekly downloads487
Last updated2026-02-15
LicenseSEE LICENSE IN LICENSE.md
Deploymentcloud
Alexa SkillYes
Supported Devices:
light switch thermostat lock blind fan tv garage door

Pros

  • Most device types supported (8+)
  • Full Alexa Smart Home API coverage
  • Easy setup with guided configuration
  • Active development and frequent updates

Cons

  • Newer project, smaller community
  • Paid plans required for more devices
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Amazon Echo

node-red-contrib-amazon-echo

Alexa-controlled Node-RED nodes for the latest Amazon Echo devices.

PricingFree
Setupeasy
Weekly downloads158
Last updated2026-01-13
LicenseMIT
Deploymentlocal
Alexa SkillNo
Supported Devices:
light switch

Pros

  • Fully local - no cloud dependency
  • Free and open source
  • Easy setup, no Alexa skill needed
  • Zero latency (local network)

Cons

  • Limited to on/off and brightness
  • Only 2 device types
  • Emulates Philips Hue bridge (may conflict with real Hue)
  • Less actively maintained
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npm GitHub

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