SwitchBot Smart Relay Switch 1, Smart Relay Module with Built-in Hub, Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Switch Works with Alexa/Apple Homekit/Google Home, 2.4GHz, Home Automation, 16A

Great idea and so easy to set up and use.

Firstly, it’s designed to use with switchbot app/ switchbot hub. Which does work with homekit etc. It’s not a stand alone product as far as I can tell.I already have switchbot hub (I love their wall switches, presses my a/c and heating buttons on & off remotely for example) and I have several of their curtain rolling machines (can’t recall the name).So, if you have the hub, it works with homekit etc. I haven’t installed this yet, so can’t comment on any components being faulty, as I saw one reviewer mentioned. I have owned several of their products for years now, all working perfectly with daily use. So good quality in my experience.BUT I can say this is the most confusing product of theirs I have come across yet. Showed it to an electrician mate of mine, who explained that basically they give you multiple ways to connect for Voltages, so it’s a little more flexible, but a bit more confusing for complete beginners basically.Hope this helps. If it’s your first time working with something like this, give yourself some time to read the instructions fully & maybe get a sparky to set one up for you initially. But, a good brand, I love and use many of their products in the home and have done so for years. I have items over 4 years old still working perfectly, I’ve never had anything break or need replacing yet.Hope this is helpful to someone!

The instructions that come with this are almost impossible for me to read even with glasses on, I have to use a magnifying glass to read them and even then, I have difficulty. I don’t like how the instructions are presented in multiple languages at the same time, so you get lost trying to find the next instruction in English. The relay is simple to install if you are electrically proficient although for some install you may need extra wiring that does not come with it. Al in all a useful addition to help control lighting or other switches, and the video in the listing is better at explaining how to wire them. I downloaded the app and registered without difficulty.My reviews follow this star rating:1 Star; Very unsatisfactory product. I do not recommend buying it,2 Stars; Significant deficiencies, does not fulfil its expected functions,3 Stars; Average product. Complies with expectations,4 Stars; Very good and satisfying. I liked it and it's a quality product,5 Stars; Excellent, exceeds expectations.

The SwitchBot Smart Relay Switch is a fantastic addition to any home automation setup! It’s easy to install and works seamlessly with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, making it super convenient to control devices remotely. The built-in hub is a great touch, eliminating the need for extra gear, and the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth options provide reliable connectivity. It handles up to 16A, so it’s perfect for lights, fans, or other appliances. A smart, compact solution for modernizing your home!

This smart relay switch works great for controlling my hallway light through the Alexa for voice control. Setup was easier than expected but it does require a neutral wire, so make sure your wiring is compatible before purchasing. Once installed, it works reliably. It is priced at £19.99 at the time of review, and cheaper with a 30% voucher, which I think is reasonable considering the performance.

Super compatible relay this is, works with everything, HomeKit to Google Home to Home Assistant, it works with it all. Works over wifi so strong signal is needed for it to be consistent, but not sure there are many with smart homes without strong wifi these days.Build quality is really good, really high and makes me believe it will last a long while. The instructions it comes with aren't comprehensive but using the app gives much more detailed instructions that are very helpful. Doesn't let you see energy consumption, which is good for devices like this, but a more premium feature I have found.This is a basic relay essentially, but you can just control it remotely which is the smarts. It is very reliable, high quality, and it does the job very well! It lacks some smarts of other relays but it is more than enough for most users!Really impressive bit of kit! Easy to install as well, watch some tutorials on YouTube for extra piece of mind, but in practise super easy to install.

Good smart home relay with wifi (2.4Ghz only).Relatively easy to setup but you NEED a neutral cable in whatever you install this with so if you are putting it behind say a light switch in the UK, depending on when your house was built that may not be possible.Documentation somewhat lacking even officially from Switchbot but this type of device is targetted at the more savvy user that can wire their own equipment.Can be used in alternative option projects like traditional lamps if you can hide the relay inside the base or similar as well. Allows it to be used with traditional switch, or smart switch option which is great.Pretty small too to make it easier to hide away.

This 'switch' essentially adds smart functionality to your existing devices, by essentially controlling the power itself. It's basically powered on the whole time and acts as a remote switch for whatever you've wired into it.And since it connects to a multitude of different devices, i.e. Smart Things, Google Home, Alexa, etc, you can control it from pretty much whatever ecosystem you've subscribed to. The main functionality comes from those, adding routines, etc.The only real issue is that it doesn't come with *everything* you need for it to work in all scenarios; in some cases you'll need a bit of extra wiring, etc, that this isn't supplied with, so it's no a guaranteed easy-install for your old item.It also does not appear to work with my old two-wire lighting install, so it doesn't appear to be completely universal.