Leviton Decora Smart Switch, Wi-Fi 2nd Gen, Neutral Wire Required, Works with Matter, My Leviton, Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple Home/Siri & Wired or Wire-Free 3-Way, D215S-2RW, White

Used for nearly every switch in my house. I have some version of these switches controlling nearly everything in my house. I started replacing my switches a few years ago with the Gen1 switches and just recently finished out with the Gen2. The only switches that aren’t these are my bathroom exhaust fans. I’ve written quite a lot here so congrats if you make it through to the end.The switches I have in use now are:DW6HD (Gen1 600W Dimmer)DW1KD (1000W Dimmer, Gen1 but still uses leads instead of screws)DW15S (Gen1 Switch)DW4SF (Gen1 4 Speed Fan Controller, also uses leads over screws)D26HD (Gen2 600W Dimmer)D215S (Gen2 Switch)DAWDC (Gen2 wireless dimmer companion)DAWSC (Gen2 wireless switch companion)Overall I am very happy with my switches. I have not had issues with constant dropping as some have said here. The app works well and I really like the Away feature in it though the same can be accomplished through Alexa. Integration with Alexa works fine. Alexa usually picks up a new switch and let’s me know it’s connected before I can finish entering the name I want for the device. That’s not an issue as it updates automatically once I enter the name I like. They also integrate well with Samsung SmartThings. I use that as I was accidentally sent some ZWave Leviton switches when I ordered WiFi ones so I put them to use rather than throwing them away as Amazon suggested. I also really like that for anyone visiting they work just as you’d expect a normal switch to vs using something like smart bulbs where if the power gets cut things can go a bit funny. My OCD also likes that these don’t stick out/lean one way or the other when switched on/off. They’re very unassuming looking which to me is good.My house is only a few years old, none of the switch boxes are metal and just about everywhere has a neutral wire already in the box. The only places I had issues were in some of the 3-way switches where whoever wired the house seemed to cut some corners and didn’t run all the wiring these require, along with not keeping things in their standard place (e.g. red wire hot, black wire traveler, etc.) so for a while some of my 3-way switches weren’t 3-way. The Gen2 wireless switch companions remedied this though.Like many others, in general I prefer the screw terminals. However, there were a couple of instances where having the leads was handy. For the neutral wire I did like using the lead as it is more flexible than cutting a piece of 14/2 and using that. In my kitchen dual gang box, which was very crowded even before I changed the switches, it did actually save me some space as I could get rid of the extra rigid wiring and use the existing wire nut already in the box on the house neutrals so I wasn’t adding anything. The other instance I preferred the leads was in a bedroom. Whoever wired the boxes liked to strip a portion of the hot wire, loop that around the hot terminal on the switch and then terminate the hot wire on the second switch in the box rather than using a wire nut with two leads coming off of it. Both switches were connected on a continuous hot wire. I was able to cut the wire down to the stripped part and then just nut both switch hot/black wires to the house hot wire. The looping method they used is a pain with the screw terminals on the Gen1, but I’ve made it work before. The leads made that easier however, overall I would prefer the screw terminals.The wireless switch/dimmer companions are awesome. They solved my 3-way wiring issue and are super easy to setup. I was afraid there may be some delay after pushing the rocker, but it’s an instant response. If you’re using Gen2 switches and wish you had a 3-way light somewhere you don’t these make a really easy fix for that especially since you can stick them to a bare wall with the included adhesive pads. Hopefully the battery life lives up to the stated 5 years, but I won’t hold my breath.I also really like the fan controllers. I have pull chain ceiling fans without remotes in all bedrooms and the living room and these make it really to control the fan speed either with the switch itself, voice, or an app. Much better than my short wife trying to stand on something to pull the chain.Gen1 vs Gen2As stated above, overall I like the screw terminals better than the leads on the Gen 2.Updating the switch firmware is easier on Gen2. In the My Leviton app you can choose to Update All Gen2 switches at once. For Gen1 switches you have to do them individually still. Gets old fast when you have a lot of them. The addition of the wireless switch companions for Gen2 is great. I don’t use Apple Homekit so I can’t speak to how Gen2 works there.ISSUESMost of the issues I’ve encountered have been more the fault of the house wiring or some other external factor rather than an issue with any of the switches themselves, but they’re not without fault.– Some LED bulbs just don’t play nice with the dimmers. Maybe this is my fault for trying the less expensive bulbs, but I’ve noticed the EcoSmart from Home Depot don’t always dim very well. Other brands work better, but I have yet to find an LED bulb/switch combo that gives 1) the dimming range or 2) dimming smoothness and 3) no flicker on dimmer settings than 100% of an incandescent bulb. You can get one or two, but not all 3.– I have had some disconnects. I haven’t had enough that I’d call it unusable or a deal breaker, but it happens. Most things with wifi will sometimes drop. This is much easier to deal with on the dimmer switches since you can pull out the bottom dimmer rocker and it cuts power to the switch effectively letting you reset its connection. I wish the plain switches had something similar where I could cut their power without having to flip a breaker. Honestly, when a non-dimmer isn’t connected I don’t do anything. It’ll eventually reconnect but sometimes it’s a day and sometimes it’s a few days. If there was an easily accessible reset button on the plain switch that would make things so much easier.– I have had 1 switch (out of 26) just up and die on me… so far any way. It was in my super crowded kitchen dual gang box which I think contributed to its death. However, and this is a plus, Leviton support was great. They walked me through some steps (which I had already tried, but I understand they need to check their boxes) and then they sent me a new switch. It was all handled very well, no run around or anything. Also, since it was a Gen1 switch that has been discontinued they replaced it with a Gen2 equivalent.Overall I am very pleased with the switches and how they operate day to day. If the one hadn’t died and they could address the resets on the plain switches I’d give them 5 stars all day. I’m not sure who to blame for the dimming, if it’s Leviton or LED bulbs in general so for the moment I won’t hold that against them. Thank you for coming to my Ted Talk.

Easy to set up and provide flawless automation. I have spent hours fussing with smart plugs (looking at you wemo with thread plug) that would disconnect from my smart home, or wouldn’t automate despite the schedule I set for them, or not respond despite being connected to my home network.These Leviton outlets are a revelation by comparison: they are very easy to set up, they follow automation/schedules flawlessly, and I absolutely love that they don’t require an additional “box” on top of a plug like other smart plugs because they ARE the plug!My use case is to save money on my electric bill and because I have a time-based plan (for EV charging) I need to turn off unwanted leechers of power during peak hours. My biggest issue was charging devices: phones, tablets, and watches–each which would get plugged in before going to sleep but my plan provides the cheapest rates after midnight and I go to bed before that. The devices then start charging during peak pricing because they don’t wait to charge. Enter these smart outlets! Now I can plug in my devices while the smart outlet is off and once the outlet turns on after midnight the devices charge on the cheapest rate and are ready for the next day!Other examples include turning off devices like TVs, streaming boxes like AppleTVs and Roku boxes, and smart speakers in rooms overnight where they aren’t gonna be used so that they don’t leech power. Again, you can do all this with other smart plugs but these work so well that they aren’t as much of a hassle and are less bulky than over-the-plug style smart plugs.

Easy peezy. I was surprised by how easy it was to install this switch and how well it integrated with my 20+-year-old Hunter ceiling fan. The most time-consuming part of the process was figuring out which circuit breaker to turn off. I love being able to turn the fan on when I’m away to even out the temperature before arrival in my high-ceilinged house (or to turn it off if I forget). Works with Google home to automate a variety of systems with a single instruction (e.g., coming home, leaving home). My only complaint (too minor to remove a star) is that the on/off switch is so huge, while the speed control is a tiny, unintuitive slide switch on the side.

Works as advertised. Product originally got hung up with some Amazon nightmare where it wasn’t shipped yet but I couldn’t cancel it either, sat like that for about 2 weeks. I eventually bought another one which arrive the next day (really?!). The original one finally showed up the day after the second one arrived. What a pain Amazon. Anyways, the product was in mint condition and packaged well. The dimmer switch had clear and easy to use instructions compared to the competition (great job there, as tech items usually seem to fail in this department). The installation was easy and when it came to linking it up with Apple HomeKit, it was a breeze. Happened right away when I restored power to the switch. Had it for about a week now and never lost connection or have any issues with it directly. Now, that being said, the dimmer switch is great, but like many smart dimmer switches they have glitches with your existing lighting. Like flickering and jumpy step dimming. I have both problems and I want to add, since I have experience with many types of these switches, it’s not really the switches fault. Years ago I found out if you buy cheap LED lights (even though you think you didn’t…you have) you will have some glitches. Now, I have some led lights that I spent almost twice the price as the majority of other lights in my house, they did not have any glitches, they worked smoothly and flawlessly. So maybe keep that in mind. I personally don’t mind the glitches, because I’m saving a fortune using cheaper led lights, I really don’t mind, because when you have over 50-100 led lights in your house, expensive led lights can break the bank fast.I also want to add, that I’ve been using this companies products for a few years now and I really like them compared to the rest. I like the controlled dimming ability and the integration with Apple HomeKit.I recommend this product to my family, friends and all who read this review. Happy shopping!!

Upgrade Your Home’s Lighting Control with Leviton Decora Smart Switch, Wi-Fi 2nd Gen. Transform your home into a smarter, more energy-efficient space with the Leviton Decora Smart Switch, Wi-Fi 2nd Gen. This cutting-edge smart switch combines sleek design with advanced functionality, allowing you to control your lights from anywhere using your smartphone or voice commands. With its easy installation, robust features, and seamless integration with popular smart home platforms, the Leviton Decora Smart Switch is the perfect choice for modernizing your home’s lighting control.Convenient Remote Control: The standout feature of the Leviton Decora Smart Switch is its ability to provide convenient remote control of your lights from anywhere. Using the free My Leviton app on your smartphone or tablet, you can turn your lights on or off, adjust brightness levels, and create customized lighting schedules with just a few taps. Whether you’re at home, at work, or on vacation, you’ll have complete control over your home’s lighting at your fingertips.Voice Control Compatibility: With support for popular voice assistants like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, the Leviton Decora Smart Switch allows for effortless hands-free control of your lights using simple voice commands. Just say the word, and your lights will respond accordingly, adding convenience and functionality to your everyday life.Easy Installation: Installing the Leviton Decora Smart Switch is quick and easy, thanks to its simple wiring and intuitive setup process. As a Wi-Fi-enabled switch, it requires a neutral wire for operation, ensuring compatibility with most modern electrical systems. The included instructions guide you through the installation process step by step, allowing even novice users to set up their smart switch in minutes.Robust Features: Despite its compact design, the Leviton Decora Smart Switch is packed with robust features to enhance your lighting control experience. From adjustable fade rates and customizable dimming levels to multi-way control and away mode functionality, this smart switch offers a wide range of options to suit your preferences and lifestyle.Seamless Integration: The Leviton Decora Smart Switch seamlessly integrates with popular smart home platforms like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and more, allowing you to create a fully connected and cohesive smart home ecosystem. Whether you prefer to use the My Leviton app, your voice assistant, or third-party automation platforms, you’ll enjoy seamless integration and interoperability across all your devices and systems.Energy Efficiency: In addition to offering convenient control and automation options, the Leviton Decora Smart Switch helps you save energy and reduce utility costs by allowing you to schedule your lights to turn on and off automatically based on your preferences and routines. With its energy monitoring capabilities, you can track your energy usage and make informed decisions to optimize efficiency and minimize waste.In conclusion, the Leviton Decora Smart Switch, Wi-Fi 2nd Gen, is a versatile and feature-rich solution for modernizing your home’s lighting control. With its convenient remote control, voice control compatibility, easy installation, robust features, seamless integration, and energy efficiency benefits, this smart switch offers everything you need to enhance your home’s ambiance, convenience, and efficiency. Upgrade to the Leviton Decora Smart Switch today and experience the convenience and flexibility of smart lighting control in your home.

It’s a perfect switch to operate on Wifi from anywhere. Works fine, easy 5- min installation and there it goes…. Will definitely buy more.

Perfect. We bought these and installed them and had them working in minutes. They pair flawlessly and work perfectly. Love the MyLeviton app and functionality. SO glad we went with the name brand. Well made, perfect performance, good value. Skip the cheap versions and go with the proven performer.

Perfect, easy to use outdoor light timer. For quite a few years I’ve dealt with rather balky timers for my outdoor Christmas lights. I saw an ad for this Leviton smart outdoor plug and decided to try one and couldn’t be happier. Downloaded the app which is very straightforward and simple to use. It allows me to easily adjust the schedule from my iPad (e.g. change the turn on time as sunset gets later). In addition, while I was hanging the lights, there is a button on the plug which allowed me to quickly turn the power on/off. Has worked flawlessly for a couple of weeks now. I liked it so much, I purchased one of their indoor plugs for the lights on the Christmas tree which is also allows me to turn them on/off from the app. After the holidays, I plan on using it to set up a schedule and replace another balky timer which controls some lights in my great room.

Excellent Quality and Features. Reviewing “Dimmer”: Replacing old WiFi dimmer in Master Bedroom. My critical feature was that it would dim low. My previous WiFi dimmer would dim until the bulbs (all dimmable LEDs) would cut out. Newer dimmers don’t seem to do that – even when adjusted to their maximum range. I bought two new ones previous to this; one dimmed to maybe 30%, the next to maybe 20%, this one I would say went to 10%. I decided that was the best I was going to get and was acceptable. Besides that aspect, this is a great dimmer – definitely the best of all I tried. I like that it is a push top to turn on, bottom to turn off switch (dimmer adjustment is on the right). I really like that the locator light when the switch is turned off is very dim (some are just too bright for a bedroom). The instructions and software are top par, very high quality, and the software allows for a lot of adjustment and customization. The only issue I had was with Matter. I did the software update and got it hooked up, but it kept disconnecting from Alexa. I didn’t pursue a fix to this and instead opted to hook it up to Alexa through the app – which worked fine and no disconnecting issues since. If you’re looking for something basic and/or if being able to dim very low is not important to you, you’ll find other products on Amazon that will do the job decently for less money. If you are hard set on Matter, read a different review, but if not and you want top of the line and are willing to pay for it, this is a definite buy.

Easy install. App and HomeKit work on first try. Bought this based on the good reviews despite the extra cost of other dimmers. Easy to replace my old dimmer. Just have to confirm neutral wire is in your outlet box. Unit is not too bulky so it’s easy to fit into the box.I used the Leviton app first. App detected the dimmer via Bluetooth and I added it to the app without issue. The app has a few additional controls like max/min bulb intensity. Then I added the dimmer to Apple HomeKit on the first try. I can control dimmer intensity through HomeKit in addition to on/off. Satisfied with purchase.