I started out with zwave switches (mostly GE/Jasco). I also have some zooz and inovelli (inovelli ceiling fan solution is unique, as is the GE/Jasco switch/dimmer with built in motion sensor).
After 3 plus years of usage this has all been solid. Around 2 years ago I also installed the Lutron Pro Bridge, and added Lutron Picos and some switches. If I could do it all over again, I would install Lutron right from the beginning.
To answer your question (or address your dilemma), I believe it boils down to what are you trying to accomplish. If this is a hobby for you, and you would like to automate a few devices and you don't see your current home as a long-term asset, then go with Kasa devices, they are typically the cheapest and integrate well with HE, I have a few Kasa devices and they work. If you don't like Kasa then go with Inovelli, Zooz, GE/Jasco. If instead you would like to install a smarthome that is on par with professional installations, then go with Lutron, you will not regret yet. Nobody ever regrets spending a little extra money for quality and performance.
A few caveats:
- I love my GE/Jasco switches/dimmers with integrated motion sensors, I don't know anybody else with this solution.
- Inovelli makes a ceiling fan/light solution that is unique and works when you only have a single wire from the switch location to the fan/light. I don't know anybody else with this solution.
Some users have done the following with zooz switches due to how they perform with no load on them:Aeotec Bypass Dimmer - Alternative - #17 by steve.maddigan
Examples like this is why I will go mostly Lutron with all my switch/button needs going forward.
