Lutron Caseta Original White
Score: 86/100
Leviton Decora Smart Plug-in Dimmer White
Score: 73/100Rankings
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.
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 | |
150 Wbest | 100 W | |
600 Wbest | 300 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.009 kgbest | 0.136 kg |
| ↓ lower better | 15 minbest | — |
119 mmbest | 76 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Power(2) | ||
Maximum LED Load (W) | 150 W | 100 W |
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, Siri, Matter |
General(1) | ||
Certifications | cUL, NOM, FCC, IFTEL, NEMA | UL 917, CSA C22.2 No. 177-13, CSA Listed, NOM, Wi‑Fi CERTIFIED™, FCC Part 15 Class B |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.009 kg | 0.136 kg |
Height (mm) | 119 mm | 76 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.
