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  • With the Busch-free@home® Next app you can control your Busch-free@home® system with your smartphone or tablet.

Busch-free@home® is our smart home control system.
Busch-free@home® was developed for future-proof, secure, and comfortable residential buildings. The system integrates lighting, shading, indoor climate control, energy management, and other functions into a single intelligent solution—easy to use, reliable in everyday life, and designed with the future in mind.
Whether it’s a new build or a renovation—Busch-free@home® adapts to your individual needs. In new construction, Busch-free@home® wired is permanently integrated into the electrical installation and is part of the smart home planning from the very beginning. For existing buildings, Busch-free@home® wireless enables easy retrofitting without extensive renovation work.
Control is handled as usual via switches, a smart home panel, or conveniently via an app on your smartphone or tablet. And thanks to the integration of voice assistants, your home even listens to your every word.
Discover here the numerous features and benefits of Busch-free@home® and how your home can be even more closely connected thanks to our partnerships.

Type of building

Apartment, house

Control options

Light switch, panel, multisensor, voice control, smartphone, tablet, web interface

Installation possibilities

Wireless, wired

Type of property

Existing property, renovation, reconstruction, new construction

Number of possible devices

150

Features at a glance

  • Astrofunction
  • Presence simulation
  • Everything-off function
  • Window monitoring
  • Geofencing
  • Individual scenes
  • Integration of household appliances
  • Air conditioning & heating
  • Panic feature
  • Integration of warning detectors
  • Sound
  • Door Communication
  • Weather data integration
  • Remote access

What can I control with my Busch-free@home® system?

You can control various functions in your Busch-free@home® system - such as the lights or the blinds. You can not only switch the individual functions on and off, but also add them to scenes.

  • Light control

    With Busch-free@home® you can control the lighting in your home. This allows you not only to switch lights on and off, but also to dim them, change the light color or add them to your own scenes. The lighting can be controlled by switch, app or panel, or can be switched automatically by movement or presence detectors.

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  • Blind control

    With Busch-free@home® you can control shutters, blinds and curtains individually or in groups. It also features window monitoring and allows, thanks to the integration of the weather station, shading control depending on weather conditions. With Busch-free@home®, blind control can easily be automated depending on external factors, e.g. the weather or with a fixed time schedule. For example, thanks to the timer or the astro function, the blinds automatically regulate themselves according to sunrise and sunset.

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  • Eine Person schaut auf ein Smartphone, während ein Heizkörper mit einem Thermostat im Hintergrund zu sehen ist.

    Heating and cooling

    Set up your ultimate comfortable temperature. With Busch-free@home® you can fully automate the room temperature depending on daily routines as well as according to your needs - for example, depending on the time of day. In ECO mode, the temperature is automatically lowered at night or during absence. And with the integration of a window detector, your heating is automatically switched off when the window is open.

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  • Zwei ältere Personen stehen an einer Eingangstür und betrachten ein Haustelefon oder eine Gegensprechanlage.

    Door communication

    With Busch-free@home®, the Busch-Welcome® door communication system can also be integrated. This way, your door intercom and smart home system can be used together. And thanks to the integration of Busch-Welcome® in the Next app, you can access your entire home from your smartphone or tablet at any time.

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  • Home appliances

    All smart home capable devices from Miele and Home Connect can be integrated in Busch-free@home® without any difficulty, creating scenes to combine their functions such as "everything-off". The washing machine and the drier immediately signal on the panel and the Busch-free@home® Next app when they are finished. Practical and time-saving.

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  • Ein Paar tanzt lachend Rücken an Rücken in einer Küche.

    Sound system

    Never has the enjoyment of music been so comfortable in all rooms. Because the sonoro and also Sonos wireless home sound system harmonizes perfectly with Busch-free@home®. Your loudspeakers can be easily integrated and can be operated via Busch-free@home® wall sensors, the touch panel or via the Busch-free@home® Next app. The replay of music, the selection of your favourites or the volume control are simplicity itself.

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How can I control Busch-free@home®?

The Busch-free@home® functions can be controlled as usual by switch or even more conveniently via the app with your smartphone or tablet. A panel provides you with a central point of contact for controlling your Smarter Home. And if you don't have a hand free, the system can also be controlled by voice command.

  • Control via app

    The operating concept provides the highest flexibility and mobility because everyone has the choice to control the functions also mobile via the smartphone or tablet. And thanks to the Busch-free@home® Next app, also with the tip of the finger while travelling.
    The app is available for both iOS and Android.

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  • Spreken in telefoon

    Voice control

    With the voice control function, your Busch-free@home® system listens to your word. With this option you can control the lamps in your Smarter Home, call up scenes or play your favorite music.
    The voice control works with Alexa as well as with Google Assistant.

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    Smarter Home Panel

    With one of our Smarter Home Panels you have a central point in your Smarter Home to control your Busch-free@home® system. This allows you to centrally control the entire house or individual rooms and thus, for example, switch off the lights in your home as soon as you leave the house or activate your personal welcome scene at the touch of a finger when you come home.
    Our Smarter Home Panels are available in different colors and sizes, and the user interface of the devices can be individually adapted to your needs.

  • Mann öffnet eine Tür und erreicht einen Lichtschalter neben ihm.

    Light switch

    Of course, the individual functions in your Busch-free@home® system can also be triggered classically by a light switch on the wall. This allows you to switch lights on and off and dim them, but also to raise and lower your blinds and trigger individual saved scenes. You can choose the light switch design individually from our wide range of designs and assign different functions to the rockers.

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  • Ein Wandbedienfeld mit mehreren Tasten und einem digitalen Display, das zur Steuerung von Smart-Home-Geräten dient.

    Sensors

    Our sensors like Busch-Tenton® are not only a central control element, they also provides automation and control of heating and cooling systems as well as room automation, such as lights and blinds control.

Energy management

ABB Smart EMS and Busch-free@home®
Busch-free@home® makes saving energy easy. Together with ABB Smart EMS, the system reduces energy consumption and helps ensure that electricity is used efficiently at all times. To achieve this, it connects the PV system, storage units, grid power, and major loads, coordinating generation, storage, and consumption in everyday life. Electricity is used strategically when it is available and economically viable. The result: measurably lower costs and reduced environmental impact.

How does Busch-free@home® work?

Diagramm eines Smart-Home-Systems mit einem Tablet, Smartphone, Steuergerät und Schalter.

Only a few components are required for the installation of Busch-free@home®. To switch on the light directly, the entire system only needs a bus cable, the sensor/actuator unit as well as a power supply and a System Access Point for programming.The System Access Point allows up to 150 connections, in any combination of all wired, all wireless or a mix of both.

System Access Point
The heart of the Busch-free@home® system is the System Access Point. It communicates with the components of the system, whether wired or wireless, and is the interface to the home network. Using 2-wire bus technology, the System Access Point is connected to various sensors and actuators throughout the home.The wireless communication is encrypted by the AES 128 standard, making home automation not only easy, but secure.

Sensors and actuators
Actuators for switching, dimming and controlling are available for Busch-free@home®. Conventional sensors, such as window contacts, can also be integrated into the system through flush-mounted binary inputs. Push-buttons, room temperature controllers as well as movement and presence detectors are available as sensors.

Wired

The wired version is suitable for new builds and major refurbishments. Installation is carried out via a bus cable. Both centralised and decentralised installation concepts are possible here.

In a centralised installation, modular units in the distribution panel handle the control. Typical applications include new-build single-family and multi-family homes, larger residential complexes and smaller commercial properties.

In a decentralised installation, sensor and actuator units are installed directly in the room and handle both operation and control of the loads. Typical applications include residential units with limited space for distribution boards, multi-storey solutions, and projects with clearly defined functional areas.

Smart-Home-Bedienpanel mit verschiedenen Steueroptionen und Temperaturanzeige für die Raumkontrolle.
Ein transparentes Gerät mit einem runden Gehäuse, vermutlich Teil eines elektrischen Systems oder einer Maschine.

Wireless

The wireless version is designed for renovation and modernisation projects. Smart home functions can be added without the need to lay new cables. The system is controlled via wireless sensor and actuator units.

Self-amplifying wireless devices ensure flawless communication.

Doppelschalter mit zwei Lichtsymbolen und grünem Indikator.
Ein transparentes Gerät mit einem runden Gehäuse, vermutlich Teil eines elektrischen Systems oder einer Maschine.
Smartphone-Bildschirm mit der Benutzeroberfläche für die Steuerung von Smart-Home-Geräten und Anzeige der Temperatur.
Wired + Wireless - Hybrid

A hybrid installation combining wired and wireless solutions is ideal for buildings where different areas are modernised at different times, for example during partial refurbishments or extensions. Wired components are used where distribution systems are being replaced anyway. Wireless solutions are used to cover areas where no bus cable is available. This creates a consistent, scalable system architecture that can be integrated in a structured manner.

Integration possibilities

Even more possibilities for your Smarter Home

To make your Smart Home experience even smarter and we work with many strong partners - all for a holistic Smarter Home solution.
Discover the different integration possibilities - from lighting to music systems to home appliances.

Eve

Eve Systems was founded in 1999 and is known for the user-friendliness and high quality of its smart home products. Its extensive range includes components for home automation, energy management, security, and device control. 

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Product overview

Discover the entire product range of Busch-free@home®.

Touchpanels (3)

Busch-SmartTouch® 10"

Colors (8)

Switch: black

Compatible with: Busch-Welcome®, Busch-free@home®, KNX Building systems technology

Haptically and in terms of operation, our Busch-SmartTouch® 10" plays in a new league. The 10-inch, high-resolution IPS display made of glass allows a viewing angle of 75° in all directions. It reacts highly sensitively to your touches and swipes. You can customize the user interface and assign different functions. The setup is intuitive and as simple as possible.

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IP touch

Colors (2)

Switch: black

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®, Busch-Welcome® IP, KNX Building systems technology

The IP touch offers you a uniform solution for your Busch-free@home®, KNX and Busch-Welcome® IP system. With the intuitive user interface you can control the various functions in your building as well as the door communication at a central location in your building. The panel is available as a 7" as well as a 10" version.

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Panel 7"

Colors (2)

Switch: black

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®, Busch-Welcome®

The panel offers you a 7" touch display for the central control of your Busch-free@home® system. You can freely configure the user interface with the displayed functions. Thus, you can freely configure up to 16 functions - from light and blind control to scene control and the control of your room climate. The panel also serves as an interface to the Busch-Welcome® door communication system.

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Control elements & sensors (5)

Busch-Trevion® Display

Colors (5)

Switch: black

Frame: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®, KNX Building systems technology

Busch-Trevion® is the new sensor technology in the size of our switch ranges. The sensors are optionally available with a 2.4" touch display or a capacitive user interface with LED light guides. The sensors are suitable for conventional control, but also for integration into your Smarter Home system. Visually, the sensors fit into the variety of our switch designs.

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Blind control element, Busch-free@home®

Colors (5)

Switch: Aluminium silver

Frame: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

With the operating elements for blind control, you can control blinds or roller blinds with your Busch-free@home® system as usual using a switch on the wall. In addition, you can use the rocker to access the blind positions you have defined.

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Lighting control element, Busch-free@home®

Colors (5)

Switch: Aluminium silver

Frame: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

Thanks to the operating elements for light control, you can control the lighting in your Busch-free@home® system via a switch on the wall. You can also access your individually set brightness values directly via the rocker.

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Smart Switch wireless

Colors (1)

Switch: Alpinweiß

Frame: Alpinweiß

Compatible with: Busch-flexTronics® wireless, Busch-free@home®

The Smart Switch wireless enables smarter home applications such as controlling blinds or dimming lights wirelessly. All it needs is a wireless counterpart, such as a flush-mounted actuator wireless or a Busch-flexTronics® wireless device.

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Busch-Tenton®

Colors (8)

Switch: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: KNX Building systems technology, Busch-free@home®

With Busch-Tenton® you can conveniently control various functions in your Busch-free@home® or KNX system at a central point in the room - including the room temperature. The display shows you both the actual and the target temperature in your room. You can assign the different buttons individually and depending on your needs with functions such as switching, dimming or even scenes. You can also select the icons on the buttons individually.

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Heating & climate control (4)

Room temperature controller, Busch-free@home®

Colors (1)

Switch:

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

With the room temperature controller for your Busch-free@home® system you can easily realize the ideal room temperature in your home at any time of the day or night. You can set your temperature via the rockers. The display visualizes the SET temperature.

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Busch-Tenton®

Colors (8)

Switch: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: KNX Building systems technology, Busch-free@home®

With Busch-Tenton® you can conveniently control various functions in your Busch-free@home® or KNX system at a central point in the room - including the room temperature. The display shows you both the actual and the target temperature in your room. You can assign the different buttons individually and depending on your needs with functions such as switching, dimming or even scenes. You can also select the icons on the buttons individually.

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Window sensor

Colors (5)

Switch:

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

The window sensor determines whether the handle of your window is in the correct position and your window or patio door is locked. The detector is simply mounted between the handle and the window frame and thus reliably performs its service. Special advantage: your window handles do not have to be replaced, but can still be used.

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Busch-Trevion® Display

Colors (5)

Switch: black

Frame: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®, KNX Building systems technology

Busch-Trevion® is the new sensor technology in the size of our switch ranges. The sensors are optionally available with a 2.4" touch display or a capacitive user interface with LED light guides. The sensors are suitable for conventional control, but also for integration into your Smarter Home system. Visually, the sensors fit into the variety of our switch designs.

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Warning detectors (1)

Busch-Smoke Alarm Detector

Colors (1)

Switch: Studio white

Frame: Studio white

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

The Busch-Smoke Alarm Detector is a detector that watches over you and your loved ones. It reliably wakes up everyone in the house around the clock at the slightest sign of smoke - loudly and in time. It is a true helper in prevention, because often it burns at night when you sleep and then fires in private homes can become a deadly danger - because in sleep we humans smell nothing. Just like a dog, by the way.

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System components & accessories (4)

Thread USB-Stick

Colors (1)

Switch:

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

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System Access Point 3.0

Colors (1)

Switch:

Compatible with: Busch-flexTronics® wireless, Busch-free@home®

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System Access Point 2.0

Colors (1)

Switch: White

Compatible with: Busch-flexTronics® wireless, Busch-free@home®

The System Access Point 2.0 is the heart of every Busch-free@home® system. With the System Access Point you can put your system into operation and have the possibility to control your Smarter Home remotely. Regardless of whether wired or wireless, up to 150 devices can be connected to the System Access Point.

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Weather station, Busch-free@home®

Colors (1)

Switch: Grey

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

By integrating a weather station into your Busch-free@home® system, your Smarter Home can react to the current weather situation at any time. Our weather station records temperature, wind speed and rain. As soon as it storms, your blinds are raised automatically and broken slats are a thing of the past.

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Movement & presence detector (3)

Movement detector, Busch-free@home®

Colors (5)

Switch: Aluminium silver

Frame: Aluminium silver

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®

With the Busch-Wächter® 180 flex we offer you a flush-mounted movement detector for the Busch-free@home® system. Due to the detection angle of 180 degrees and three different lenses, you can meet the most diverse requirements and, for example, switch the light depending on movement.

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Busch-Wächter® PRO

Colors (5)

Switch: Anthracite

Compatible with: Busch-flexTronics® wireless, Busch-free@home®, KNX Building systems technology

The Busch-Wächter® PRO presents itself with a variable design in shape and colour that can be harmoniously integrated into numerous installation situations. Thanks to the three integrated joints, the detection range can be precisely adjusted, ideal for seamless integration into your smart home and smart building.

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High-frequency presence detector

Colors (2)

Switch: Studio white, matt

Compatible with: Busch-free@home®, KNX Building systems technology

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Busch-free@home® is VDE-certified

Intelligent home automation has never been so easy – and safe

Both the cabled and the wireless components of Busch-free@home®, the Busch-free@home® app of the iOS and Android version, and the remote access via myBUSCH-JAEGER have been tested by the VDE with regard to the security of information and have passed it as being secure. This enables users to enjoy the entire diversity of the Smart Home functions – even when travelling. Busch-free@home® is manufactured in accordance with the international standards IEC EN 60669 and IEC EN 50428. All devices are manufactured in an ecologically compatible manner - in accordance with the RoHS Directive.