Leviton Decora Smart Dimmer White
Score: 75/100
Brilliant Smart Dimmer Switch
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Brilliant Smart Dimmer Switch replaces a standard wall switch and offers touch, app, voice, and motion-based control with support for up to 500 W incandescent and 200 W LED loads. Its main limitation is the mandatory Brilliant Control panel and the need for neutral wiring, which adds installation complexity. Ideal for users already invested in the Brilliant ecosystem seeking advanced automation.
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi 600W Universal Dimmer (DW6HD-1BZ) provides hub-free Wi-Fi and Bluetooth control for a wide range of LED, CFL, and incandescent loads up to 600 W. It requires a neutral wire and 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, and 3-way setups need extra companions. Suited for homeowners upgrading lighting with versatile load support.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
300 Wbest | 200 W | |
600 Wbest | 500 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.159 kg | 0.045 kgbest |
104.1 mmbest | 101.6 mm | |
99best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power(2) | ||
Maximum LED Load (W) | 300 W | 200 W |
Maximum Incandescent Load (W) | 600 W | 500 W |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Hub Required | false | true |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | BLE Mesh |
Smart Home Compatibility | Alexa, Google, Siri | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Hue, LIFX, SmartThings, TP-Link, Wemo |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | UL 1472, CSA C22.2 No. 184-15, CSA Listed, NOM, Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED, FCC Part 15 Class B | UL listed, FCC certified |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.1588 kg | 0.0454 kg |
Height (mm) | 104.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
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Professional reviewers and editors were not found in the source material; the available information consists mainly of manufacturer claims that emphasize best‑in‑class dimming performance, easy installation, and reliable hub‑free Wi‑Fi control.
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“Easy app-guided install, smooth voice/motion control, and reliable dimming for LEDs/incandescents”
Professional reviewers commend the Brilliant Smart Dimmer for its premium industrial design, responsive touch interface, and deep integration with major voice assistants and smart ecosystems. They appreciate the built-in motion sensor and Sonos control, but caution that the product's reliance on a Brilliant Control panel, neutral wiring, and all-Brilliant multi-way configurations adds installation complexity and limits standalone use.
Everyday users generally praise the dimmer's straightforward app-guided setup, reliable voice and motion control, and effective dimming across LED and incandescent fixtures. Common complaints revolve around the need for neutral wiring, the mandatory Brilliant panel, occasional motion-sensor tuning, and the extra cost for Decora plates and all-Brilliant multi-way switches.
