
The Espressif HomeKit SDK API has been designed such that it provides the HomeKit functionality independent of the transport (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LE/Ethernet). The sample accessory implementations provide a good starting point for developing HomeKit accessories with standard as well as custom features.

Apple's HomeKit Protocol offers an end-to-end encryption and authentication between all HomeKit-enabled accessories and iOS devices. The Espressif HomeKit SDK ensures this desired security for the solution by means of hardware and software features of the Espressif platform.

The Espressif HomeKit SDK is supported on Espressif's flagship chip ESP32. The high performance and low power consumption of the ESP32 target a variety of devices within Apple's smart home platform.

Apple HomeKit technology provides an easy, secure way to control your home’s lights, doors, thermostats, and more from your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. The Espressif HomeKit SDK offers a complete solution for OEMs to build products that comply with this. It is fully certifiable against the new HomeKit specifications.