NEXhome Smart Technologies Co . , Ltd.

What NEXhome Smart Technologies Co . , Ltd. does

NEXhome Smart Technologies Co., Ltd. (operating as Star-Net NEXhome) is a Chinese provider of ICT + IoT smart space solutions and a wholly-owned subsidiary of STAR-NET Group (Shenzhen Stock Exchange: 002396). Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Fuzhou, Fujian, the company designs, manufactures, and sells smart home systems, SIP-based intercom, smart community, smart parking, and smart building automation. It serves top Chinese real estate developers (Greentown, Vanke, Country Garden, Sunac, Poly, China Overseas, China Jinmao, C&D, ITG, Rongqiao, Luneng, Xiangsheng) and is expanding into the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and North America, with reference deployments including the Hangzhou Asian Games 2022 Athlete Village and systems featured at Beijing/London Olympics, PyeongChang, and the Hangzhou G20 Summit. The company reports 20M+ IoT devices connected and 1M+ families served, with 15% of revenue reinvested in R&D and 50% of headcount in R&D.

The product portfolio centers on the EdgePad Series smart control panels (4" to 21.5"), Aura and Nebula smart switches, the SH4 ZigBee 3.0 hub, and a SIP intercom line (DH-H90, DH-M150, DH-G710S, DH-G510S, DH-E20, DH-K35) unified by the AIHome and AICom mobile apps. Underlying technology combines multi-protocol support (ZigBee 3.0, KNX, RS-485, SIP, OnVif, WiFi, Bluetooth, RF) with proprietary AI features: Nex-FR II face recognition (99.8% LFW accuracy, dual RGB+IR liveness), NIA voice assistant, 76-81 GHz mmWave presence and fall detection, and CNN/LSTM-based gesture recognition. A Developer Platform launched September 2024 provides open APIs and SDKs enabling third-party security firms and integrators to embed NEXhome intercom and access control in as little as two weeks.

Revenue is generated primarily through B2B hardware sales (smart home devices, SIP intercom systems) to enterprise customers — real estate developers and property managers — supplemented by professional services for large-scale smart building integration and a nascent subscription/usage-based layer via the Developer Platform. Go-to-market is multi-channel: direct enterprise field sales to top Chinese real estate developers, regional channel partners in the Middle East (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Yemen, Egypt) and Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore), event-driven demand generation at ISC West, ISC East, Light + Intelligent Building Middle East, and the China-ASEAN Expo, and an API-first developer channel. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed.

Name

NEXhome Smart Technologies Co . , Ltd.

Legal name

Star-Net NEXhome

Website

https://nexhome.ai

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NEXhome Smart Technologies, a subsidiary of STAR-NET Group (002396), provides ICT + IoT smart space solutions — smart home, SIP intercom, and smart building systems — for real estate developers and property managers across China, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and North America, with 20M+ IoT devices deployed and 1M+ families served.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Home and Building Automation

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro primary industry

Remote Unlock & Visitor Management (Mobile Credentials/Packages) (HSAHAIAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Physical Security, Access Control & Visitor Management (HSAPAPAD), Home Security & Access Control (Cameras, Alarms, Smart Locks) (HSAPAQAB), Multi-Family & Property Management Access Solutions (Common Area & Unit Access) (HSAHAEAE)

Keywords

• Smart home solutions
• SIP intercom systems
• IoT building automation
• Smart control panels
• Smart access control

Headquarters

HQ city

Fuzhou

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Smart Home Hardware Products: Sale of smart home devices including smart switches, control panels/hubs (EdgePad series), sensors, and accessories. Revenue from physical product sales to real estate developers and end consumers.
2. SIP Intercom Systems: Sale and installation of SIP-based door phones, indoor monitors, and access control systems for residential and commercial buildings.
3. Developer Platform Services: Open API and SDK platform enabling third-party developers and security companies to integrate NEXhome's smart hardware capabilities, with potential for usage-based API consumption.
4. Smart Building System Integration: Comprehensive smart community, smart building, and smart parking system solutions deployed for large-scale real estate projects and landmark developments.

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

NEXhome designs, manufactures, and sells ICT + IoT smart space solutions for residential and commercial buildings, centering on SIP intercom systems (door phones, indoor monitors, access control) and smart home products (EdgePad control panels, smart switches, SH4 hub, NEXVILLA outdoor controller). The portfolio is unified through the AIHome and AICom mobile apps and a Developer Platform with open APIs, enabling multi-protocol interoperability across ZigBee 3.0, KNX, RS-485, SIP, and OnVif for real estate developers, property managers, and system integrators.

Product overview

NEXhome offers a comprehensive smart space solutions portfolio consisting of SIP Intercom systems and Smart Home products. The SIP Intercom line includes door phones (DH-H90, DH-M150, DH-G710S, DH-G510S, DH-E20, DH-K35), indoor monitors, and the AICom cloud intercom app for mobile access management. The Smart Home portfolio centers on the EdgePad Series smart control panels (ranging from 4" to 21.5" displays) as the primary hub, complemented by Aura and Nebula smart switch series and the SH4 voice-controlled hub with built-in ZigBee 3.0 gateway. Supporting products include the VB01 Smart Outdoor Controller for villa yards and a Distributed KNX System for wired installations. The ecosystem is unified through the AIHome app for device control and the AICom app for intercom management. NEXhome also provides an open Developer Platform with standardized APIs for third-party integration, and TapConfig for rapid deployment configuration. The company integrates multiple protocols (ZigBee 3.0, KNX, RS-485, SIP, OnVif) and supports voice assistants (Alexa, Google Assistant) for comprehensive interoperability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AICom: Cloud Intercom APP for managing property access via smart devices, supporting contactless access, virtual keys, video calling, home security, entry logs, and elevator controls.
• AIHome
• NEXVILLA

Products and services

• EdgePad Series Smart Control Panel Flagship smart control panel series serving as the central hub for home control, available in multiple sizes (21.5", 15.6", 12.6", 11.6", 4") with touch LCD displays. Integrates AI voice, app control, touch interaction, and proximity sensing, supporting multi-protocol connectivity (ZigBee, KNX, RS-485, SIP) for comprehensive smart home integration. Designed for residential and commercial real estate projects.
• Aura Series Smart Switch Premium smart wall switch series crafted from aluminum with sleek high-gloss edges and fingerprint-resistant finish. Features laser-engraved backlit symbols, smooth dimmer dial (0-100%), and split design separating smart module from power base for easy installation. Designed for high-end residential developments.
• Nebula Series Smart Switch Modern smart switch with large square button design, frosted paintwork with laser engraving, and LED backlit icons. Features frameless multi-panel combination design and all-in-one control for electric curtains, central aircon, floor heating, and ventilation.
• SH4 Smart Home Hub Voice-controlled smart home hub with built-in Zigbee 3.0 gateway and precision sensors for seamless home automation and climate monitoring. Features AI-powered NIA voice assistant for natural language control, whole-home intercom, and smart climate control for traditional ACs and heating systems.
• EdgePad HP11 Smart Control Panel Portable smart control panel with strong magnetic docks for wall and desk mounting. Features smart sound tracking with motorized screen that auto-swivels toward users, voice-crafted scenes, 24/7 AI companion, whisper mode, and crystal clear intercom. Supports multilingual operation.
• DH-K35 Ultra-Slim Access Control Terminal Ultra-slim access control terminal at only 26mm thin and 50mm wide. Features 5-way unlock (facial recognition, PIN, Bluetooth, NFC, QR code), smart energy saving with instant wake-on-touch, and all-metal build with tempered glass. Designed for narrow door frames and minimalist walls.
• DH-H90 Series Smart Door Phone Smart door phone with 2MP camera featuring smart light compensation for low-light clarity and two-way audio. IP65-rated for all-weather defense (-30C to +70C), IK07 vandal-proof with tempered glass and aerospace-grade aluminum. Supports IC/ID cards, NFC, mobile app, PIN codes, and flexible Wiegand/RS485/Bluetooth integration.
• AICom Cloud Intercom App Cloud intercom mobile application that works with NEXhome SIP intercom system. Enables residents to manage property access via contactless soundwave, QR code, or Bluetooth unlock; virtual keys for family and visitors; video calling; home security alarm monitoring; entry logs with time and photo; and elevator control.
• AIHome Smart Home App Smart home mobile application for controlling and monitoring connected devices. Features space-based management with room organization, sliding interaction design, device linkage and automation, real-time weather and air quality information, and one-tap lighting control.
• NEXVILLA Smart Yard Solution (VB01 Smart Outdoor Controller) Smart yard solution for high-end villa market featuring the VB01 Smart Outdoor Controller that integrates garage door control, landscape lighting, automated irrigation, perimeter security, and entrance access into a plug-and-play standardized hub.
• NEXhome Developer Platform Open platform for developers providing standardized APIs and SDKs for integrating NEXhome smart hardware. Enables rapid development of customized solutions for smart intercom, access control, and cloud-based features with application-based authentication, multi-environment isolation, and comprehensive documentation.
• DH-M150 Door Phone World's largest door phone featuring 15.6-inch high-brightness wide-temperature screen with full lamination technology. Designed for high-end smart buildings with excellent performance in extreme temperature conditions, vibration-resistant, and immune to electromagnetic interference.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.8% face recognition accuracy (LFW dataset test)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability11 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, growth and flagship.

• Middle East Regional PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 13 January 2026Strategic partnerships with regional partners in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Yemen, and Egypt established through the 2026 Middle East Partner Summit in Dubai for market expansion and localized smart living solutions deployment.
• Security Company Integration PartnergrowthTechnology or Integration · 10 October 2024Leading security company utilized NEXhome Developer Platform to integrate smart door phones and access control features, achieving cloud intercom functionality and remote unlocking in just two weeks through robust APIs.
• MyCaigou.comcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 December 2022Strategic partnership for 7 consecutive years, where MyCaigou.com leverages its extensive channel influence and service capabilities in the real estate industry while NEXhome provides smart home and intercom solutions for real estate supply chain digital transformation.
• STAR-NET GroupflagshipOthers · 17 April 2022NEXhome is a subsidiary of STAR-NET Group (Stock Code: 002396), leveraging the parent company's manufacturing capabilities with world-advanced SMT production lines and experience serving major international events including Beijing Olympics, London Olympics, PyeongChang Winter Olympics, and Hangzhou G20 Summit.
• KNX International OrganizationcoreTechnology or Integration · 17 December 2021As a Chinese manufacturer member of KNX international organization, NEXhome developed the first distributed KNX system architecture in China, achieving innovation in wired smart home systems with seamless connectivity to smart devices of major international manufacturers.
• Greentown China Holdings LimitedflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 June 2020NEXhome became the smart home system partner for the Hangzhou Asian Games Village 2022 athlete village project developed by Greentown China, providing comprehensive smart living solutions for the 'Internet business card' of Hangzhou Asian Games.
• ZigBee AlliancecoreTechnology or Integration · 9 April 2019NEXhome as a senior member of ZigBee Alliance has been committed to R&D and application promotion of ZigBee technology, obtaining ZigBee 3.0 certification enabling interoperability with devices from Huawei, Midea, GE, Honeywell, Schneider, Philips, Bosch, Siemens, Panasonic, and Sony.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• ABB: Global leader in KNX building automation and electrical products, directly competing with NEXhome's distributed KNX smart home offerings in wired residential and commercial projects.
• Schneider Electric: Major KNX ecosystem player and smart home/building automation provider; NEXhome highlights Schneider interoperability, and both compete for premium developer specifications.
• Bosch (Smart Home / Building Technologies): European smart home and building security provider; NEXhome lists Bosch interoperability and competes in adjacent categories of access control and home automation.
• Legrand: Global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructure, including smart switches, intercoms and KNX-compatible controls — overlapping directly with NEXhome's Aura/Nebula switches and intercom portfolio.
• Honeywell: Global incumbent in building automation, security, and intercom systems with overlapping target customers in real estate developers and property managers.

Direct peers

• Control4: Premium smart home automation platform (now part of Snap One/SnapAV) targeting residential developers and integrators with centralized control panels and multi-protocol hubs — directly analogous to NEXhome's EdgePad-led offering.
• Crestron Electronics: High-end residential and commercial automation provider with touch panels, intercoms, and integrated controls — closely comparable to NEXhome's premium EdgePad panels and SIP intercom systems.
• Tuya: Cloud-based IoT platform powering thousands of smart home brands; competes on developer/ecosystem layer (analogous to NEXhome Developer Platform) and offers competing white-label hardware.
• Aqara: Leading Chinese smart home IoT brand with hubs, sensors, and ZigBee devices targeting both consumer and property developer channels; closest Chinese-headquartered direct peer to NEXhome.
• Hikvision: Chinese leader in video surveillance, intercom, and access control systems — directly overlaps with NEXhome's SIP intercom, access control terminals, and AICom visitor management offerings for property developers.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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