Leviton Decora Smart Plug-in Dimmer White
Score: 73/100
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 Mini Plug-In Dimmer (DW3HL-1BW) adds wireless dimming to lamps via a compact outlet-plug design, supporting voice assistants and Matter after a firmware update. Its low load limits and need for optional companions for multi-location control restrict high-power applications. Best for renters or temporary lamp setups.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
100 W | 200 Wbest | |
300 W | 500 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.136 kg | 0.045 kgbest |
76 mm | 101.6 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power(2) | ||
Maximum LED Load (W) | 100 W | 200 W |
Maximum Incandescent Load (W) | 300 W | 500 W |
Connectivity(3) | ||
Hub Required | false | true |
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | BLE Mesh |
Smart Home Compatibility | Alexa, Google, Siri, Matter | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Hue, LIFX, SmartThings, TP-Link, Wemo |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | UL 917, CSA C22.2 No. 177-13, CSA Listed, NOM, Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED™, FCC Part 15 Class B | UL listed, FCC certified |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.136 kg | 0.0454 kg |
Height (mm) | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
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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.
“Easy app-guided install, smooth voice/motion control, and reliable dimming for LEDs/incandescents”
