# Any Technical members? My Homey Pro Smoked up **URL:** \ **Category:** Questions & Help\ **Created:** [September 6, 2026, 4:00am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/any-technical-members-my-homey-pro-smoked-up/159225 "2026-09-06T04:00:45Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 4\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![AussieRob2001](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/aussierob2001/32/25812_2.png) [@AussieRob2001](https://community.homey.app/u/AussieRob2001)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 4:00am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/any-technical-members-my-homey-pro-smoked-up/159225/1 "2026-09-06T04:00:46Z")
Gday everyone from Sunny Sydney. I’m looking for help with repairing my older Homey Pro. I have an Earle 2018 model, version 4.2.0, which I purchased for a hefty sum (our exchange rate with the US is almost half). It worked perfectly until recently, when it started making strange noises. When I approached the unit, a small puff of smoke escaped from it—a very sad day indeed. It seems the power supply inside has failed and decided to retire. I spoke with our local dealer in Australia, but unfortunately, no parts are available for repairs. Buying a new unit is out of the question due to the cost; after a few years of waiting for prices to drop, I’ve realised that was wishful thinking. A new replacement would cost close to $1,000 here. So, does anyone have experience or knowledge about repairing the older Homey Pro? Thanks in advance … Rob ---
**Author:** ![Mike1233](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/mike1233/32/20991_2.png) [@Mike1233](https://community.homey.app/u/Mike1233)\ **Post date:** [September 6, 2026, 7:44am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/any-technical-members-my-homey-pro-smoked-up/159225/2 "2026-09-06T07:44:22Z")
Is a Homey Pro really that expensive in Australia. I did see one for 699 Australian dollar. That is about €35 more then in the Netherlands. But it is a lot om money. I did not read anything about repairing the old Homey Pro from 2018. That is also the version with 512 MB i believe. When installing a lot of apps today that memory is maybe not enough anymore. Maybe a Homey mini is enough, depends on what you were doing with it. [https://www.smarthome.com.au/product/homey-pro/?srsltid=AfmBOooOHet3yBlh4a5Nfi2p4-xlo89jy5KvVwhF\_xLGHxlCR28Q-6IR](https://www.smarthome.com.au/product/homey-pro/?srsltid=AfmBOooOHet3yBlh4a5Nfi2p4-xlo89jy5KvVwhF_xLGHxlCR28Q-6IR) ---
**Author:** ![AussieRob2001](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/aussierob2001/32/25812_2.png) [@AussieRob2001](https://community.homey.app/u/AussieRob2001)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2026, 4:06am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/any-technical-members-my-homey-pro-smoked-up/159225/3 "2026-09-10T04:06:38Z")
AustraliaSubject: Inquiry About Device Specifications Hello Mike, Thank you for your response. I built a house six years ago and installed several smart controllers for lights, blinds, and curtains, which run on Wi-Fi, Z-Wave, Somfy, and some RF. I’m wondering if the Mini has the same specifications as the old Pro, or if it’s better. It’s frustrating to consider replacing the Pro due to a $10 part that is either unavailable or I cannot identify the chip for. As someone who is older (68) and on the age pension, purchasing a new Pro is not a luxury I can afford. I might explore options for a used Pro at a reasonable price. Thank you again for your time and response. Kindest regards, Robert Spitz Australia ---
**Author:** ![Mike1233](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex025/user_avatar/community.homey.app/mike1233/32/20991_2.png) [@Mike1233](https://community.homey.app/u/Mike1233)\ **Post date:** [September 19, 2026, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/any-technical-members-my-homey-pro-smoked-up/159225/4 "2026-09-19T18:41:46Z")
The Homey mini can not as much as the old Homey. [https://support.homey.app/hc/en-us/articles/360015447093-Homey-Pro-models-compared](https://support.homey.app/hc/en-us/articles/360015447093-Homey-Pro-models-compared) The mini has no zwave, no wifi, no 433MHz. And the old Homey Pro 2019 is no longer for sale.