Genie Aladdin Connect
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
Aladdin Connect by Genie is a Wi-Fi retrofit kit that adds smartphone control to most garage door openers made after 1993, including Genie, Chamberlain, LiftMaster and Craftsman models. The 3-door kit lists for $69.99 and works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Samsung SmartThings; Apple HomeKit is not listed. Core features need no monthly subscription. Good for DIY installers wanting hub-free garage control.
Manufacturer-backed retrofit controller
Genie Aladdin Connect
Specs and price last verified September 27, 2026
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About
Genie retrofit Wi-Fi controller that adds remote open/close, real-time status, and scheduling to most existing garage door openers.
Setup and compatibility notes
Installation is DIY: mount the Door Control Hub within 30 feet of the garage door opener and within 5 feet of a power outlet, then attach the included door position sensor and pair everything through the Aladdin Connect app over home Wi-Fi. The existing garage opener must already have working safety sensors and be a supported brand made after 1993. No separate smart home hub or subscription is required for core remote and monitoring features.
Pros
- +Backed by a major opener brand
- +Supports multiple doors
- +Guest access
Cons
- −No Matter support
- −Dated app design
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genie Aladdin Connect | $69.99 | Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings | No | No | No |
| Chamberlain myQ Smart Garage Control | $29.98 | Alexa, Google Home | No | No | No |
| Refoss Smart Garage Door Opener | $25.99 | Alexa, Google Home | No | No | No |
| Tailwind iQ3 Smart Garage Controller | $89.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, SmartThings | No | No | Yes |
FAQ
- Does Aladdin Connect need a subscription?
- No, Genie states the app's core features carry no monthly fee.
- Does it work with Apple HomeKit?
- HomeKit is not listed among its supported platforms; it supports Alexa, Google Assistant and Samsung SmartThings.
- Does it need a separate hub?
- No, the kit connects directly to home Wi-Fi without a separate smart home hub.
- What garage openers does it work with?
- Genie, Chamberlain, LiftMaster, Craftsman, Overhead Door and several other opener brands made after 1993, per Genie's compatibility list.
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About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.