Okay, let's craft a detailed review for the Kasa Smart Light Switch HS200-BL, assuming a positive experience for this example. Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 stars (based on the image and assumed positive experience) Headline: Effortless Smart Lighting Upgrade - Works Perfectly! What's most important to know? This Kasa Smart Light Switch is a fantastic way to easily upgrade your home lighting to be controllable from your phone, voice assistants, and schedules. Note: It requires a neutral wire connection. Make sure you check your wiring before purchasing. Add a photo or video: (Imagine a photo here showing the installed switch seamlessly blending with the existing wall plate. Maybe a shot of the phone app controlling the light, or a video demonstrating voice control via Alexa or Google Assistant.) Written Review: I recently decided to dive into smart home technology, and the Kasa Smart Light Switch HS200-BL was the perfect place to start. I was initially a bit intimidated by the installation, but it turned out to be surprisingly straightforward. What I liked: Easy Installation (with Neutral Wire): While the neutral wire requirement is crucial, assuming you have it, the installation was much simpler than I anticipated. The instructions were clear and easy to follow. I felt confident and safe doing it myself. Seamless App Integration: The Kasa app is intuitive and user-friendly. Setting up the switch and connecting it to my Wi-Fi network was a breeze. I love how easily I can control the light from anywhere. Voice Control Perfection: Integrating with my Amazon Alexa was incredibly simple. Now I can just say, "Alexa, turn on the living room light," and it works flawlessly. This is a game-changer for convenience. Scheduling and Automation: Being able to set schedules for the light is a huge plus. I have it set to turn on automatically at sunset and off when I leave for work. It adds a level of automation and security I really appreciate. Reliable Performance: The switch has been working flawlessly since I installed it. No connectivity issues, no glitches, just consistent and reliable performance. Affordable Price: Compared to some other smart lighting solutions, the Kasa Smart Switch offers excellent value for the price. What could be improved: Neutral Wire: While the description mentions the neutral wire, perhaps making this requirement even more prominent in the product title or bullet points would be helpful for those less familiar with electrical wiring. Also, it would be great if they made the same switch that deosnt require a neutral wire Physical Button Feel: The physical button on the switch feels a little different than a traditional toggle switch. It's a minor thing, but it takes a little getting used to.

Our townhouse has an attached garage. The garage has 2 exterior lights that can only be turned on from inside the garage but not from inside the house. Near the garage is our front door. Inside the house there is 1 switch for the single exterior light near the front door. I was searching for a way to turn on all 3 lights using just the 1 interior light switch by the front door. I bought (2) Kasa Smart Light Switches (HS200) which I then added to my new Home Assistant setup (not required) and it works great and was easy to install / setup. Installing these switches cost less than $30. You do need to be comfortable replacing and wiring a light switch. You need to have a “neutral” wire in the light switch box. If you have an older house this might not work for you. Our town home was built in 2001 so it’s not that new but not that old either and had the appropriate wires needed. You can install these switches and use the native app on a smart phone to program a variety of tasks. There is no need for a home automation system / hub. From the app I was able to set the switches so that if I turn on/off one switch it turns on/off the other switch. Essentially pairing them together. They still function as individual light switches (non-smart switch) if the wifi goes out - so the pairing feature only works with an Internet connection but they still function as single light switches if the Internet is down. This smart switch has a small circular indicator light on the bottom of the switch which I set to only turn on if the lights are on. So, if I forget that the outside lights are on - the indicator light on the wall switch will be on. I like the visual clue so I don't leave them on all night. I like being able to use the smart switch just like a regular non-smart switch by pressing the switch - mostly because my wife won't bother with voice or phone app controls so we need a physical switch. I think it's fun to be able to control the lights from my phone and also from Google Home / Assistant. I can ask Google (or Alexa or my Home Assistant) to turn the lights on or off with voice commands too. They can also be programmed to come on/off at particular times of the day but I haven't used this feature. Another cool thing is that I can turn the lights on or off remotely with an internet or data connected phone - if I'm not at home. I use this feature if friends or family are going to arrive at my place before I do and I want to have the lights on for them. These smart switches were just the thing I was looking for and it gave me a real sense of accomplishment since it took me a few years to get around to solving this issue. I can now turn on 3 lights using 1 switch without having to hire an electrician and without running new wires in the house. For under $30 this was an outstanding value and I'm very pleased with the results.

I really love this switch — Kasa products are always solid and this one’s no different. I installed it for my porch light so I could set it on a schedule using the Kasa app, and it works perfectly. I can also control it with Alexa via my Echo Dot, which is super convenient when I just want to turn the light on or off with voice commands. The little LED indicator is a nice bonus — it helps with setup, shows you when it’s connected (or not), and makes it easy to find the switch in the dark. One thing to note: the switch is a bit bulkier than a regular one. It comes with its own faceplate, which works great if you’re using it solo. But if you’re like me and installing it in a dual gang box with a shared plate, the fit isn’t perfectly flush (see photo). That said, it works exactly as advertised, feels durable, and is part of a smart ecosystem I trust. Highly recommend for anyone automating lights at home.

I don't often write product reviews, but I'm very impressed with the Kasa switch for the following reasons: 1 - The instructions were well written, clear, simple and had good pictures for installation and configuration 2 - The switch wiring is simple and installation doesn't require distinguishing the black lead wire from the black load wire 3 - The ends of the 4 wires aren't frayed - I think they're soldered so that they screw into the wire nuts easily 4 - They include all 4 wire nuts and two installation screws to put the switch in the box 5 - The app to control the switch is well done - simple and good features - Like Turn on/off at sunset/sunrise! 6 - The prices is very competitive - a lot less than similar switches 7 - They have a full product line: I also have 4 of their smart outlets and the app controls ALL devices

Fácil instalación, funciona muy bien manualmente, con la aplicación y con Alexa

he comprado ya 6 de estos enchufes.... la calidad de la marca es inigualable.. funciona siempre sin falla.... realmente lo recomiendo... la calidad de los materiales ... la mejor

Like the TP-Link Smart Plugs I already own this was simple to set up and works slick. TL;DR – Simple to use and rock solid performance, use the app anywhere, better than any timer from the hardware store. Look in the Apple and Google app stores for the “KASA” app. I’ve used both and they simply work without any tweaking. To use KASA you will need to create an account if you want to use the app remotely, no need if you only want to use it within your Wi-Fi range. You can do this right through the app. If your already using Amazons Alexa you’ll be happy to know that this device can be controlled through Alexa. A nice feature. When switched off there's a muted white LED that’s visible in the dark. The switch has three buttons, the big main light switch and two smaller buttons located directly beneath. To turn on the switch manually, depress and release the big switch which looks just like a standard light switch. It also fits into a standard single switch electrical box, it will also work in a dual or triple switch box as a standard modern cover plate made for the wide rocker type switches will fit perfectly over the portion around the main switch. I had looked at some of the non Wi-Fi options, the light switches that use a proprietary remote that's similar to what you would use with a TV but they all have limited range, maybe 30 meters if you’re lucky. The TP-Link system using the KASA app allows me to control these smart devices from around the house or when traveling through another province or country. Once you have connectivity to the internet it doesn't matter where you are, you can control these devices. One aspect that really appeals to me is the ability to set up schedules for the devices to turn on and off. If you already use timers to turn on lights while your away you'll appreciate that the app allows you to do that plus configure (this part isn't techy) the lights to come on randomly between certain hours which really makes it appear that someone is in the home. You can set up several schedules if you like. Any burglar with at least three grey cells knows to watch a home for a few days to see if there is a repeated sequence when lights come on. Once they discover the routine its actually the green light they need, they now know no one is at home since very few people always turn on the lights in certain rooms at the same time every night. This ability to set random schedules is a big bonus and really makes it appear that someone is in the home. There's one thing you should know here, this is not like the smart plugs when it comes to installation. Those you simply plug into the AC outlet and then plug in whatever it is you want to turn on remotely. This device completely replaces a wall switch which means you need to wire it correctly so I strongly suggest you hire an electrician or someone who has the skills to handle this if you aren’t qualified. Once the switch is installed the setup and connectivity portion is easy, it’s all done through the app and by pressing the little button to the left side (Reset) beneath the main switch. Again, this part is non-technical, simply follow the steps outlined in the very easy to follow instruction sheet which walks you through the 3 minute process. After that it’s easier to set up schedules and other features than entering a friends contact info in your phone. Comes with all the hardware needed to install in a standard electrical box including wire nuts Marretts).

Me gusta esta marca, siempre ha funcionado bien y dura bastante, tengo otros productos y los recomiendo mucho.

I bought one of these smart TP-Link light switches back in February when they were on sale, to compliment my two Amazon Echo devices. I have since bought another two. Each time, I waited until they were on sale ($29) before buying. Even though I like these switches, I would not pay the full prize to buy them. But at a little over half the normal price, they are totally worth it. Installing one of these switches is relatively easy, assuming that you know what to do and feel comfortable working with electrical wiring and making electrical connections. You do need the original switch that you are replacing to have a neutral (white) wire so bear that in mind if you are planning to replace a switch in an old house with old wiring that doesn’t have neutral. The switch is a little bigger than a regular switch but it in my case, all 3 switches fit in quite well after I installed them. I used the included snap-on decora faceplates with two of the switches and although it took some effort, they snapped on flash with the wall. In the kitchen, I replaced only one of the two light switches that sit side by side and it took some effort to screw back on the old dual switch decora faceplate. The smart switch stuck out a little more than the other switch and as a result the plate didn’t sit flash with the wall on one side, leaving a narrow gap between the plate and the wall. But I used some caulk and it doesn't look too bad ... I think. Actually, in my case the hardest part, was removing the faceplate from the smart switch. It comes attached to the switch out of the box and you have to snap it off it before you can install the switch. But with some effort I managed to get the faceplace off without breaking it or the switch. The TP-Link switch can work manually like any regular switch to turn the lights on and off but it permanently sits in a "switch-off" (or is it a “switch-on”?) position, unlike a regular switch which goes all the way in and out when depressed. Personally, it took me a couple of days to get used to that, especially the one in the kitchen which sits right next to the regular switch. But gotten used to it, I have. To use it as a smart switch, you need to download the free TP-Link Kasa application on your smart phone. You download the application and follow the simple instructions and prompts to get the switch added to your network. The first time I connected them to my network, it automatically found that they needed a firmware update and it downloaded and installed it automatically. Once on the network, you can use the phone application to turn the lights on or off.You can also create routines and schedules to run the lights at certain times during the day or night. You set the "on" time and the "off" time and the light connected to the switch comes on and go off per schedule. Recently when I went on a 3 week vacation to Europe, I created schedules to run the lights at certain times and was able to control the lights remotely at will turning them on and off to give the impression that the house was occupied. Very useful indeed for travelers. Lastly, if you own one, you can integrate the switch with the Amazon Echo or Google Home so that you can use voice commands to turn the lights on or off. I have two Echos and after enabling the free TP-Link Casa skill, I can now instruct Alexa to turn the lights on or off at will. I have also created a routine where at bed time I tell Alexa that I am going to bed and Alexa responds by first turning the living room light off, then turning the upstairs bedroom light on before it wishes me a Good night. :) So far, I have not had any issues with these switches and they have been functioning very well. I am very happy with them.