8 smart switches for home or office

1. Aqara H1

This switch will help you control the chandelier or other devices not only with buttons, but also with your voice and through a mobile application. The device can be integrated into the Aqara Home smart home system. For communication you will need central hub, which unites the brand's devices using the Zigbee wireless radio protocol. The two-channel switch is mounted in the wall instead of the usual one and is powered from a 220 V network.

The device works with the Aqara application and is compatible with Yandex voice assistant Alice. The switch keys can be used not only for lighting, but also for controlling other smart devices. Lamps can be activated automatically on a schedule. Aqara H1 is also capable of working in conjunction with a motion sensor. It will turn on the chandelier when the sensor detects activity in the room, then turn it off when no one is around.

For correct operation of the device, you must use

lamp with a power of at least 3 W, the maximum load should not exceed 2 kW. The switch is protected against overheating. The buttons have built-in LED indicators that make it easy to find the Aqara H1 at night.

Price: from 3,590 rubles.

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2. Geozon WS ‑ 02

The touch-sensitive two-channel switch can be used as a normal control element and as part of a smart system. The device interacts with the Geozon Home mobile application for iOS and Android, and is also compatible with Yandex and Mail.ru smart homes. Communication is supported via Wi-Fi.

With the help of Geozon WS-02, it will be possible to remotely switch lighting, set the lamp timer and set different scenarios in conjunction with other gadgets. The model is capable of performing voice commands through assistants Alice or Marusya.

The maximum power per switch channel should not exceed 400 W for incandescent lamps and 200 W for LED. The device is made of durable monochromatic plastic and will organically fit into any interior.

Price: 2 999 rubles.

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3. Rubetek RE ‑ 3317

This two-channel switch is designed for the smart home system from Rubetek. Additionally you will need to order Control blockworking over Wi-Fi. The device supports voice commands in the room and via the mobile application for Android and iOS remotely. It is compatible with Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant and Yandex Alice.

Rubetek RE ‑ 3317 is useful not only for dimming, but also for remote activation of other scenarios with electrical appliances. Lamps and other devices will turn on according to a schedule, at a specified time or depending on the signals of sensors. For this breaker, the maximum load is 2.4 kW per channel.

Price: 2 859 rubles.

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4. Geozon WS ‑ 05

The smart switch is compatible with voice assistants Alice and Marusya. It allows you to control lighting through a mobile app. Works over Wi-Fi in the Geozon Home system.

With the Geozon WS-05, it will be possible to control not only lamps, but also other electrical appliances. You can set various start and stop scenarios, which will depend, for example, on time or sensors smart home.

The two-channel switch is rated at 400 W for incandescent lamps and 200 W for LED lamps. The buttons have built-in LED indicators of operation, which are clearly visible in the dark.

Price: 2,440 rubles.

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5. Hiper T101G

The touch switch works within the Hiper IoT ecosystem. It will be possible to control it remotely through a mobile application, as well as with the help of Alice's voice assistants and Google Assistant. You can adjust the brightness and set the lighting timer. The device is installed in a standard round socket box without any special wiring preparation.

The Hiper T101G is made of plastic with toughened glass and, according to the manufacturer, is rated for 100,000 operations. There is a backlight in the touch button, it helps to find the switch in darkness. The total load should not exceed 600 W for incandescent lamps or 150 W for LED.

Price: 1 890 rubles.

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6. Xiaomi Aqara QBKG04LM

The smart switch works with the ZigBee protocol. You can connect it with other smart home devices through control hub. For wireless setup, you need to use the Xiaomi Mi Home or Aqara Home app. Assistant Alice is suitable for voice commands.

The device is made of strong plastic and can withstand up to 50 thousand repeated clicks. Aqara QBKG04LM mounted into the wall and connected to a 220 V network. The round socket box, which is standard for Russia, will have to be replaced with a square one. The total load level should not exceed 800 W.

Price: 1 999 rubles.

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7. Avatto ZTS02

Model with one, two, three or four touch buttons to choose from. The top of the device is protected from damage and moisture by a glass panel. The button backlight can be turned off if it bothers you at night. The maximum power for each channel should be no higher than 600 W.

To work in the smart home system, you need a central gateway Tuya Zigbee. Once connected, the breaker can be controlled via Tuya Smart App or Smart Life. The list of compatible voice assistants includes Amazon Alexa and Google assistant.

For the device, it will be possible to configure the schedule for turning on and off the lighting, as well as scenarios for actions in conjunction with the ecosystem devices. The socket needs a square one. The switch is available in two colors: white and black.

Price: from 1,435 rubles.

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8. eWelink

A device with touch buttons under a tempered glass panel. Through the mobile application, you can set an operation timer, a schedule for turning off and on lighting and electrical equipment. It also provides a response to voice commands via Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

You can order a device with one, two, three or four buttons. The switch works in the eWelink ecosystem and communicates with devices via Wi-Fi. The maximum load on each channel is up to 1 kW.

Price: from 890 rubles.

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Please note: prices are valid at the time of publication of the article. Stores can update the cost of goods throughout the day.