However, if you are only planning to add Smarts to one part of your home or a specific task, it may be better to use a "proprietary" system.
On the face of it, "standard" systems give you the most flexibility. However, if you are only planning to add Smarts to one part of your home or a specific task, it may be better to use a "proprietary" system. Some proprietary systems excel at the task they were designed to do - so sometimes choosing the best system for the job is the better way to go.