GLEDOPTO Zigbee Controller
Score: 82/100
Kasa Smart 3 Way Dimmer Switch
Score: 82/100Rankings
The GLEDOPTO Zigbee Controller RGBW RGBCCT is a compact 5-in-1 Zigbee 3.0 LED strip controller offering 16 million colors, full-range dimming and tunable white from 2200 K to 6500 K. Its main trade-offs are the lack of Wi-Fi/Thread, a low IP20 rating and the need for an external DC power supply. It is best suited for indoor Zigbee-centric smart-home setups where space is limited.
The Kasa Smart 3-Way Dimmer Switch Kit offers hub-free Wi-Fi control, Matter certification, and smooth fade-on/off for up to 150 W LED loads. It requires a neutral wire and is limited to single-pole installations, with a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only connection. Perfect for tech-savvy homeowners upgrading single-pole indoor lighting.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 100 %best | |
270 Wbest | 150 W | |
6 Abest | — | |
2 yearsbest | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 70 gbest | 190 g |
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Power & Electrical(2) | ||
Input Voltage (V) | 5-24 V | 100-120 V |
Maximum LED/CFL Load (W) | 270 W | 150 W |
Features(1) | ||
Hub Required | true | false |
Lighting Performance(1) | ||
Dimming Range (%) | 1-100 % | 100 % |
General(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | -20-45 °C | 0-40 °C |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (g) | 70 g | 190 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 23.5x48x89 mm | 84.6×45×128.6 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the Gledopto controller for its ultra-compact footprint and broad Zigbee compatibility, describing it as a versatile hub-centric solution that integrates smoothly with Hue, SmartThings and voice assistants. They also appreciate the RF backup for added reliability, but note the absence of Wi-Fi/Thread and the low IP20 rating as drawbacks for users needing outdoor or Wi-Fi-only setups.
Professional sources such as B&H and TP-Link documentation praise the Kasa dimmer for its easy installation, smooth fade functionality, and robust app and voice control features. The lack of a required hub and Matter certification are noted as strong points for integration into existing smart-home setups.
“customized scheduling and brightness control”
While direct user reviews are absent, the available information suggests consumers appreciate the convenience of app-driven scheduling, the gentle fade transitions, and the ability to control lights via voice assistants.
