Lutron Caseta Original White
Score: 86/100
Kasa Smart 3 Way Dimmer Switch
Score: 81/100Rankings
The Lutron Caseta Original Smart Dimmer Switch offers reliable LED dimming without a neutral wire and integrates with major voice assistants via the Caseta hub. Its need for a separate hub and lack of a built-in locator light are trade-offs. Ideal for retrofits and users invested in the Lutron ecosystem.
The Kasa 3-Way Dimmer Kit adds Matter-enabled, hub-free Wi-Fi control and true 3-way capability to standard switches. It still needs a neutral wire and uses only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Suited for homes that need multi-location control without a hub.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
150 Wbest | 150 Wbest | |
600 Wbest | 300 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.009 kgbest | 0.19 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 15 minbest | — |
119 mmbest | 45 mm |
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Power(1) | ||
Maximum Incandescent Load (W) | 600 W | 300 W |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Hub Required | true | false |
Smart Home Compatibility | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings, Wink | Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, Matter |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | cUL, NOM, FCC, IFTEL, NEMA | RoHS, FCC, IC, UL, ETL |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.009 kg | 0.19 kg |
Height (mm) | 119 mm | 45 mm |
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Professional reviewers and trade installers emphasize the Caseta dimmer's ease of installation, reliable LED dimming, and the robustness of the hub-based Caseta ecosystem, positioning it as a go-to solution for retrofits where a neutral wire is absent.
Everyday users consistently praise the quick installation and smooth LED dimming, while recurring frustrations center on the extra cost of the required Smart Hub, load-derating constraints, and the absence of a built-in locator light.
“customized scheduling and brightness control”
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.
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. Common concerns revolve around the need for a neutral wire, single-pole limitation, and compatibility with certain bulbs.
