People may take light switches for granted. Because light switches are super boring (not for us though!). But Smart His Switch is more convenient, adds a touch of glamor, and lets you control your entire home’s lighting with an app or voice command, whether you’re in bed at night, at the office, or on vacation.
We tested all the best smart dimmers and switches and found one to meet all your lighting needs. Our top overall pick is the TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer KS220. It’s easy to use, affordable enough to have several around your home, and compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and IFTTT.
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This reliable, affordable dimmer switch uses Wi-Fi, so no hub is required, and it’s easy to use with both the switch and the app.
Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings
The TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer KS220 is similar to our previously selected TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer HS220 (also a good choice if you don’t want to use a dimmer) ) if you want to control your fans, or if you don’t need HomeKit support). The KS220 connects directly to your home Wi-Fi network, has three buttons (for dimming and on/off), and looks great on your wall. This app allows you to create automatic schedules and control groups of switches. You can also program the dimmer to react based on how you touch it. For example, a long press or double tap can instantly turn a switch on or off, tell it to fade from off, or tell it to turn off. Adjust to your preferred preset dimming level. KS220 adds new streamlined LEDs and support for Apple HomeKit. If you don’t need dimming capabilities, we also recommend the slightly cheaper TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch KS200.
runner-up
This traditional rocker dimmer (unlike a toggle switch, you don’t have to flip it up or down) is reliable and inexpensive. The companion app has some quirks, but the Switch works well over Wi-Fi and is compatible with several smart platforms.
Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri Shortcuts, Google Home
The Feit Electric Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer is a great alternative if you want something reliable and inexpensive, but don’t like the three-button layout of the Kasa Smart KS220 dimmer. Although we prefer the Kasa Smart app and some of the additional features it offers, this Feit dimmer is easy to operate and has the ability to schedule lights based on different conditions (even weather). Compatible with several smart apps. Home platform.
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This traditional rocker switch works with all Z-Wave smart home hubs including HomeSeer, Honeywell, Ring, SmartThings, Vivint, and Wink. It’s also the easiest to use of the Z-Wave models we tested.
Compatible with: Devices compatible with Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus hubs
If you already have a smart home that supports Z-Wave devices, choose the Enbrighten In-Wall Z-Wave Smart Dimmer. Requires the use of a Z-Wave smart home hub and is compatible with many of the most popular hub models including HomeSeer, Honeywell, Ring, SmartThings, Vivint, Wink, and more. Of the Z-Wave dimmers we tested, this model is the least expensive and easiest to use, with a remote control, customized scenes, and scheduled usage features to turn your lights on at set times of the day. can be turned on/off.
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In addition to connecting over a reliable network, this model works with many smart home devices, does not require a neutral wire for installation, and has a traditional rocker paddle that is easy to use.
Compatible with: Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, IFTTT, Samsung SmartThings
The Leviton Decora Smart Neutral Dimmer DN6HD is the least expensive smart dimmer switch we’ve tested that doesn’t require a connection to a neutral wire. It communicates wirelessly with the $20 plug-in Decora Smart Wi-Fi Bridge and lets you add and control up to 25 dimmers and switches using the My Leviton app. With the bridge and app, you can combine non-neutral wiring devices like this dimmer with other items in Leviton’s Decora series, such as switches and dimmers that use a neutral wire, as well as other dimmers. I like that I can use it. Wall outlet, smart plug. This Leviton smart dimmer is compatible with more smart home platforms than any of our other products and supports installation in a 3-way configuration (with an add-on switch or dimmer), making it even more user-friendly. Enables creative lighting control scenarios. Leviton’s companion app is very easy to use, allowing you to set up your switch, create schedules and scenes, and more. I especially like that I can control the light directly from the app dashboard without having to search for the light first like with other dimmers. The only downside is that the DN6HD requires a Wi-Fi bridge, but it can be purchased as part of a starter kit that includes both the bridge and his one dimmer, reducing the cost slightly.
