Ultimate Smart Light Switch Comparison

Can you test Elegrp Smart Light switches?

Would you be able to provide some ideas when the smart switches don't quite fit the switch housing? Issues include things like housing box has a metal tab for screws mid way, blocking the switch from going all the way back. What would you do? What are the options ?

2023 version

Test the new Insteon stuff and their dial

Great review. I’m currently upgrading to Kasa Single pole from the standard switches. Just buying a couple at a time so my wife doesn’t blow a gasket 😂

Great video as always. I was just wondering if any of these would work on 240 volts supply (probably not). I was not able to find any smart switches that supported 240 volts, would appreciate greatly it if you can find some. Thanks!

Ur murican switches look like they are from 19th century. Seeing outdated technology and design and hearing words “smart” give me hilarious bumps. 😂

Do you know of any smart switches that control wall receptacles and won’t fry when I accidentally turn them on with a 1150 W vacuum cleaner plugged in?

Is anyone bothered by the drywall damage visible outside the faceplate?

which switch is compatible with alexa. lets say i tell my alexa ecodot to turn off the light, which switch would do that?

Will inovelli blue work with Lifx?

I would very much appreciate it if you could recommend a dimmer switch that functions like this: single tap on off, but if light is off and I long press upper button it should start at lowest brightness and keep raising light level until I release button. If someone sleeps in the room I want to start at lowest level of brightness, regardless of the last brightness level before switching it off.

When Lutron is recommended, some mention should be made of their prices. $45-50 for a light switch is absurd.

Very nice, +1 for doing an update video!

I was interested in a comparison with the LeGrand brand which they sell at menards.

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Did any of these smart switches have a rocker feel that imitate the switch that was replaced?

most people don't really have a choice if they don't have neutral.

Zooz the best !!

Wifi6? This is not the comparison chart for me.

Does the relay on the Zooz dimmer switch work to control automations in Home Assistant using the Zooz Z-wave stick?

I may have missed it but which ones don't require the neutral wire?

Where'd you find the 2 gang cover that fits Kasa switches?

Update on the Kasa switches. You can know turn off the led on the switches and plugs.

Wyze?

Hey Reed, any chance that you could do a comparison measuring the idle wattage usage from each of these? I have multiple smart lights controlled by dumb switches, and would like to be a little more energy conscious by replacing them with smart switches.

Are these voice activated with Alexa, Siri….

So... cheap ones use WiFi, high end use WiFi, but mid-range use a hub for more reliability? Hmm.
I'm doing Kasa. I like local control with no cloud in the way.

Thanks for all of your content. I've been thinking back on this video for the past year or so. Just wondering if you have any updates for new stuff now that this is over 2 years old. I'm recalling specifically something you described as a dimmer memory where the switch goes back to the the last setting it was on when it is turned on again. I have many new applications that I need to do around our new house and want to choose the best options. Thanks! -Fan from Southern Ohio

Thanks you are amazing

I'd be interested to see you compare the Enbrighten (GE/Jasco) ZigBee Dimmer which is supposed to be near the same as the Enbrighten (GE/Jasco) Z-Wave dimmer you compared. There are significant flickering issues with this dimmer when more than 4 LEDs attached to the circuit when still under the 300W capacity. Jasco refuses to address this issue.

There is also Cync by GE smart switches, of which I have several. But I am thinking of upgrading them to the Brilliant switches. I love the idea of having mini control panels, but not the idea of the pricing...

Excellent work, sir. It's been my pleasure being a longtime subscriber.

Why would a new product like Oro, designed as black? To stand out… yes, but it’s not a good look

Hi, what wattage are you LED bulbs approximately? I'm seeing Comments on Kasa switch saying LEDs need to be a minimum wattage to work properly

I have a kasa smart switch can I add a motion sensor to turn the outside lights for my dog

I have both smart switches and smart dimmers. I did not find the problems he described. I have gosund and use them with multiple cans. Good app and easy programming. No bleed thru either

Howdy! Im am constantly scrolling through all your videos while getting new ideas for my smart home. Now I'm trying to update my switch situation and I have a question for you:
So my kitchen has a 4 way switch for the main lights. Meaning I have 3 switches that can toggle the lights. I can't find any switches that specifically say they can function under that scenario.

My current situation is this: I have 2 switches that I try to leave alone and one switch has a third reality switch that covers the toggle to make the lights "smart." The problem is that when someone hits any of the other 2 switches the third reality switch will now have to be told the opposite command to get the desired results until a toggle can be flipped again. It's super annoying, and the spouse hates it. Sooo...my question then is, will multiple of (example) kasa switches be able to function together to prevent my current situation? Or would that be a problem solvers with a home assistant other than just an echo + the switches?

Are you using led bulbs? What brand? Thanks for the video.

I have lots of Philips hue touch switches and love them .. most of what you have reviewed requires an electrician to install in Australia and would cost a fortune.

I am really needing a master switch and a couple of companion switches that run through my home WiFi or emits good enough internal network to shoot from a back water heater closet upstairs to the far end of the big house on first floor. Any suggestions 🙏?

I’m having trouble dimming my smart bulbs with the Kasa dimmer… they always flicker instead of dimming. I’m using ecosmart smart bulbs with them. Any solution??

CAN YOU REVIEW INTERMATIC STW700W?
I bought 4 (approx $75 each) and couldn't connect to Alexa as advertised.
I called their tech support and after four days, they couldn't figure out how to either...WTH!!!

I have viewed videos about smart switch comparisons over and over and over again. I have come to the conclusion that the Lutron Caseta is best for me EXCEPT this bridge thingy. What's up with that? I have Alexa all over the house. Bridge? Hub? I don't get it. What if I sell my home. Will the next owners have a problem with the lights? Help before I make my "first" smart switch purchase! Thank you.

Thanks for the video. I’ve had a lot of problems with the GE Z-Way switches during power outages. getting the Peter Pan click clicking going to replace them with something better.

Thanks. I have been using the RR2 products from Lutron. Then the customer can use as little or as move as they want.. the switches interface with everyone & are reliable. I use the pico remotes & motion sensors. Makes for a better job, with fewer problems. The new Pro switch seems to be the one that I carry on my truck for most applications. Check them out & compare to other products from the same company.