Installing a smart bulb is as simple as unscrewing the old bulb and screwing in the smart one. On the other hand, installing a smart switch requires you to remove the old switch from the wall and replace it with the new smart switch. One of the better use cases for smart switches is in situations where a light fixture requires multiple light bulbs. Rather than replace each bulb with a smart bulb, you can just install one smart switch.
For example, I have a light fixture above my bathroom vanity that requires 4 light bulbs. I could buy four smart bulbs or one smart switch. Therefore, a single smart switch makes the most sense. But what if you DO want color? But, the result can be stunning. I have a 3 bulb fixture above my dining room table. Each bulb can be set to its own color which can create some really cool effects. If you have Philips Hue bulbs, their app comes with a bunch of pre-made scenes that look great.
Two of my favorites are Tropical Twilight and Savanna Sunset. Some of you traditional folks probably scoff at the idea of color changing lights. Before I had a chance to try them, I was in the same boat. I thought they would be one of those things that would be fun the first few times you use it, but then become unnecessary after awhile. The color temperature of light in your home can have a big effect on your mood and health.
The body runs on cycles which are intended to be regulated by sunlight. Since we spend so much time indoors, those cycles can be disrupted. Smart bulbs can be programmed to display the correct color temperature depending on the time of day. The effect is greatest when you are first waking up or getting ready to go to bed. Therefore, use them in rooms where you spend a lot of time, especially in the evenings or mornings. Unlike smart plugs, smart bulbs work only with light fixtures, and those fixtures need to be turned on at all times.
They allow you to turn your lights on and off or to dim them, from a single switch or a smartphone app or by voice, if you have a smart speaker set up for that , but they also enable you to create lighting schedules. And you can install them without having to change your existing fixture or any bulbs. Smart switches are also great for homes with vaulted ceilings or areas with hard-to-reach lighting fixtures. When to use a smart plug.
Below you will find a list of our favorite smart switches. You can also check the link below if you have decided your best bet is to go with smart light bulbs. Also read: The best smart light bulbs you can buy. Just let the device measure room lighting and activity to let it pick when to turn the lights on or off. Advanced light switches can include physical dimming controls. This makes a great smart home product at a low price. Actions can be scheduled too. To make matters even better, the price is super accessible, making it both cheaper and more functional than some other options on this list!
The Wemo Dimmer Light Switch is another device with physical dimming controls. Like the older Wemo Light Switch, this product needs no hub, uses Wi-Fi, works with any one-way connection, and requires a neutral cable.
It also works with the most popular digital assistants. The price is also nearly half compared to the previous-generation Wemo Dimmer Switch, making it much more accessible. Here: 10 best smart lamps you can buy. If the idea of Alexa built into a switch sounds epic to you, we also highly recommend the Ecobee Switch Plus.
You get more for what you pay, though. This device comes with built-in motion and ambient light sensors, making it one of the best smart light switches.
Related: The best smart speakers available right now. The Lutron Caseta Wireless Smart Lighting Dimmer Switch is one of the most feature-rich devices on this list, and it was just refreshed last year in It includes a switch and a dimmer, which means you can control light intensity to your liking.
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