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Current best no neutral smart switches (startrek.website)

submitted 3 weeks ago by xyguy@startrek.website to c/homeassistant@lemmy.world

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Moved into my own house again recently. I would like to get a lot of stuff automated like I had in my previous house.

Unfortunately, theres a lot if old wiring here and most switches have no neutrals in the box.

What is the current best option for smart switches (ideally dimmers) that dont require a neutral wire?

I'd prefer a non-wifi solution that doesnt require a proprietary hub but it seems like there are limited options anyway and I am having trouble finding almost any good options that dont require a neutral.

Anybody using anything they really like?

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[–] mittyta@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

I have exactly same question, BUT I don't want to replace a light switch with one that have different look and won't fit in a frame anyway. And also don't want to install a bypass on a light bulb.

I my opinion a better option is to install the relay near the bulb. And battery-powered light switch in the box under the original mechanical light switch. That can read a change in mechanical switch and sends a signal to the hub/relay.

Do I have any option? May be even a pcb option, if there's ready firmware.