Kasa Matter Smart Light Switch: Voice Control w/Siri, Alexa & Google Assistant, UL Certified, Timer & Schedule, Easy Guided Install, Neutral Wire Required, Single Pole, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, 3-Pack

Easy to install - connects to WiFi without issue. Beats the two generations of non WiFi - most recently from Honeywell - in terms of ease of use. Controlling the schedule via smartphone is superior. And it cost half as much as a new non WiFi timer switch. Warning: you must have a neutral wire in the box.

I bought one, installed it in a box that has three switches, two of which are 3-way, so there were many wires. I had to 'dig' to find the neutral, but found it (four wires in one wire nut) and added the Kasa Matter neutral without any problem. Once installed, I proceeded to connect it to Alexa. I was able to scan the code with my i-Phone and after getting the Kasa App, everything went along easily. Then I ordered two more Kasa switches. The second and third ones were easier to install as they were in boxes with just two switches, so not as many wires. I could not scan the codes for the last two, so I simply entered the numeric code (11 numbers) that is under the code and these worked fine. I really like how they work and being able to turn lights on and off without having to go to the actual switch. BTW, the third one is connected to a ceiling fan and it work just fine also. Very happy.

I've been watching smart switch technology for years. It was worth the wait. Easy to install. Easy to use software. If I had to say there was one minor letdown, it was the wall plates. I found that unless the electrical box / switch was installed perfectly it was tough to get a good flush to the wall fit. I replaced the Kasa covers with some from ENERLITES. Perfect color match. Excellent design and flush fit. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D25HT1FJ In two separate orders I purchased 2 packs of 3. On the second pack the box was not plastic wrapped, was dirty, and only had a clear bit of tape holding the box closed. Everything inside looked fine / new. After installing it turns out the Matter switches (HS205) had been swapped out with the non-Matter version of the switches. I confirmed the order and Amazon was the seller and not another 3rd party. Not sure how that happened. Check the model numbers before installing and save yourself some time. Kudos to amazon for the quick shipping and returns. Replacements were here the next day (already installed) and the wrong switches are being returned.

we bought 5 of them. the quality is good and they all work properly.

I've purchased a few of these over the years. The install is pretty straight forward. Anyone with knowledge of replacing an electrical switch will be able to install this with no problems. The wifi setup is also pretty straight forward. You need the KASA app to control them and set schedules if you'd like that. I use mine to turn on/off exterior lights at dusk and dawn and it helps with interior lights so it looks like someone is home when you're away. The only issue I've had with the KASA switches is the 3 way switches. Basically they work for manual on and off but scheduling on/off times doesn't work. The lights stay on when they're supposed to turn off. I contacted tech support a year or two ago and they eventually gave up. Apparently it's a known problem with their 3 way switches and scheduling. Too bad otherwise they work great. Its best to try and stick with one brand so you're not flipping back and forth between different apps all the time.

Easy to wire and set up. Works great.

The last time I worked with electricity was in the 6th grade when we learned about circuits with a lightbulb and a 9-volt battery. I watched a couple YouTube videos, read the simple instructions in the box, and dove in. The line and load wires were easy to join with wire nuts. It doesn't matter which wire goes to which on the switch so long as you keep the two line and loads for each switch straight from each other. This wasn't a worry for me since I removed and then installed one switch at a time. Also, one of the switches I removed was a dimmer. I chose to install this single pole switch and lose the dimming because The KS225 Matter dimming switch is slightly deeper than the KS205 single pole and I was worried my wall plate wouldn't be flush. My old switches had a raw copper wire for the ground. You know it's the ground because a) it has no rubber coating (at least in my case) and b) it's not really "connected" to anything, just attached to some metal part of the switch. The smart switches use green for their grounds. Use the supplied wire nuts to join them. For the neutral wire, you should be fine so long as your house was built in 1985 or later. Dumb switches don't use them, but this smart switch requires them. I was a bit perplexed when I opened my 2-gang light plate to see three white wires with one wire nut on them. Two switches, three wires. When I Googled, I found out that multi-gang switches are often on a single circuit. I knew this was true for me, because one breaker switch turned off both of the lights these go to. All three wires have to stay together. Since I was installing two smart switches, I paired my neutral wires with the three (which were tightly twisted together under the wire nut), then screwed the wire nut back on. Gave them a few tugs to make sure they were tight, and I was good to go. Getting all my spaghetti wires put back in the junction box was a task, but I managed. Then I used the new screws to attach the switches to the junction box. Make sure you're using the wide holes for this, otherwise they aren't going to match when you go to do the second one. The wide holes also allow you to slide them side to side as you adjust the spacing for the wall plate to line up. For the wall plate, I bought this one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K8Z6K2P?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title They aren't completely "screwless". There's a plate that you screw to the switches, which was pretty easy to do and lets you get those switches spaced and lined up just right. Once you have them where you want them, there's an access hole to the actual screws that attach the switches to the junction box, so now you can tighten those up. Then you pop on the pretty part of the cover! I gotta say, when we flipped the breaker back on, I did take several steps back just in case, and stayed far away the first time I turned them on after the easy-peasy setup with my Google Home app. No sparks, no fires, just glorious light! If you're confused about the whole "requires a hub for Matter", I'm not really sure what they mean by that. I'm all Google/Android in my house and this makes 4 TP-Link Matter smart devices I've set up now and I don't have a hub of any kind. I don't even install the Kasa or Tapo app, I just scan the QR codes in my Google Home app. 🤷‍♀️ Pro tip: the extra stickers that come with the switches... make sure you don't mix them up if you are installing more than one at a time. The Matter code is also on the front of the switch, but that gets covered up by the screw on part of the wall plate I used. If you use the supplied wall plate, there's no extra screw on step, it just pops on and off and you can see the code. For now, I wrote on the back of the sticker which one goes with which switch, but I think I'll pop the gold cover off and just stick them directly to the plate that I screwed in. For someone that isn't usually a DIY-er and has some fine motor movement issues due to a disability, I'd rank this a 2 out of 5 for difficulty. Now that I've done it once, the next ones will be even easier. I'm very happy with my purchase and very happy with myself for accomplishing this!

I replaced six light switches in my house so I could have the dusk to dawn feature. So far it has worked horribly the lights just come on whenever they feel like it and they go off whenever they feel like it. At least my front area in total darkness I absolutely hate these lights. Now I have to get someone to uninstall them and get something else do not buy!

Great switch with Matter. Affordable price for 3 Matter switches. Installation is easy, reliability and responsiveness either in HomeKit or Kasa app are great too. Two things that could be improved: 1) In HomeKit device can only be displayed as a light. Other brands let you choose between, fan, light, outlet or switch. 2) In the Kasa app there is only the following option; The LED on the switch only turns On when switch is Off and turns Off when switch is On. Other brands have also the option to turn On the LED when its ON and turn Off when its Off. Pretty sure that these two things can be improved in a future firmware update. Other than that great switch.

Excellent interrupteurs, facile d’installation et compatible HomeKit en 30 secondes.

The Kasa Matter Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch by TP-Link is a game-changer in home automation. This smart switch has transformed the way I interact with my home, making it more convenient and energy-efficient. The installation process was straightforward, and the switch seamlessly integrated with my existing home network. The Wi-Fi connectivity is robust, ensuring reliable performance without any lag or disconnection issues. One of the standout features of this switch is its compatibility with the Matter smart home standard. This ensures that the switch can work with a wide range of smart devices, making it a versatile addition to any smart home ecosystem. The Kasa app is user-friendly and allows for easy control and customization of the light switch. Whether it’s setting schedules, adjusting brightness, or even controlling the switch remotely, the app handles it all with ease. In terms of design, the switch sports a sleek and modern look that blends well with different interior styles. The build quality is excellent, promising durability and longevity. In conclusion, the Kasa Matter Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch by TP-Link is a fantastic investment for those looking to upgrade their home automation. It offers great functionality, ease of use, and compatibility, all of which contribute to a superior user experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to make their home smarter!

These switches work well, they’re responsive, they’re easy to setup and being matter devices, they work with almost every ecosystem. (there are some minor compatibility issues with Google home and Amazon Alexa but it’s more to do with how these platforms poorly handle matter support) I only have two minor issues with these switches. 1. They don’t feel that great. When you press them, the button feels super mushy and there are definitely going to be times where you think you’ve pressed it, but it doesn’t recognize it. 2. Their Wi-Fi connection isn’t that great, if there are more than a few rooms away from your router, or you have thicker walls, they’re going to constantly disconnect.

Easy to install works great