Homebridge Airly 2

Why revive the project? Homebridge Airly 2 was born out of the need to monitor air quality inside HomeKit without buying extra hardware. After a couple of quiet years I refreshed the codebase, updated dependencies, removed known vulnerabilities and aligned the integration with the current Airly API. The plugin is reliable again and ready for modern Homebridge setups. What changed in the latest update? support for current Homebridge and Node.js releases, Complete rewrite of the HTTP backend, removing all third-party libraries for enhanced security and performance. cleaner logs with more helpful error messages, explicit log entry when no Airly sensor is available nearby. Key features Zero Dependencies: For your security and peace of mind, the plugin has zero external production dependencies, eliminating risks from third-party libraries. Reads the CAQI air quality index and main pollutants such as PM2.5 and PM10, exposes the readings as native HomeKit accessories (air quality sensor), handles multiple locations simultaneously, caches responses and keeps API calls within Airly rate limits. Getting started Create an API key in the Airly developer portal or inside your Airly account. Install the package: npm install -g homebridge-airly2 or ...

November 18, 2025 · 2 min · Tomasz Wyderka

Homebridge Airly 2 is back

After a couple of years I finally shipped an update to Homebridge Airly 2. The plugin once again works smoothly with the Airly API and the latest Homebridge and Node.js releases. The rewrite also removed third-party libraries that were frequently reported as vulnerable, so the dependency tree is now much cleaner. If you rely on HomeKit automations, you can keep tracking air quality without installing extra sensors. A Deeper Look: Zero Dependencies and Enhanced Security Let’s dive into what “removed third-party libraries” means for you. The previous version of the plugin relied on request, a popular but now-deprecated library. It’s no longer actively maintained, which in the software world can lead to unpatched security vulnerabilities and stability issues down the road. ...

November 18, 2025 · 2 min · Tomasz Wyderka