What switch do you suggest?

[user921]

Hallo to all,
I buyed HE from 1 month and i wish to buy some switch to joint with my new hub. Until now i used some wi-fi switch with Tuya, but now i want be more serious… please can you help me for the choice
Thanks in advance

[jtp10181]

I think it will be very helpful if we know what region/country you are in. From browsing this forum the availability of brands is different in each country, also Zigbee Z-Wave devices use different frequencies based on the region as well.

[ogiewon]

@jtp10181

also Zigbee devices use different frequencies based on the region as well.

I think you mean “Z-wave” devices use different frequencies based on geographic regions.

Zigbee is the same around the globe for typical home automation devices.

[erktrek]

The terrible answer is "the switch that works best for your use-case and environment/region".

Here in the US I've used Zooz, Inovelli and newer model GE/Jasco Z-Wave+ switches. For me these all have been working great. If you search the forums some others have not had as much luck as I have so while I recommend them, others might not.

There are a bunch of factors involved including where the switches will live (metal boxes can be problematic), power requirements and type of load (zooz has a lower max limit for example and is not recommended for fans), what is the strength of your mesh - even the "best" switches will be unreliable in the face of a poor mesh, are you going to use the switch(es) in a 3-way/4-way setup etc.

[jnosa899]

Don't discount the in box options such as Sonoff mini. That way you can keep your existing switch. Usually a lot less expensive as well

[erktrek]

@jnosa899

Don't discount the in box options such as Sonoff mini. That way you can keep your existing switch. Usually a lot less expensive as well

100% - they work well and are nice and hidden. In the past I used Aeotec and Fibaro relays but ended up going with proper smart switches as they are a lot easier to install and don't crowd the box as much. Plus had I had issues with the dual relays being slow. Again everyone's experience is different.

I admit to being a little wary of the the ultra cheap stuff from China. I do have some Sonoff motion sensors that work well OTOH I had some RGBW bulbs die on me within months of operation. You do tend to get what you pay for.. For Zigbee I now look for Zigbee3 devices. For Z-Wave - either 500 (S2 capable) or 700 series.

[user921]

Thanks for so much answer so soon…
I’m Italian and live in Italy

[user921]

I need 1 or 2 gang

[jtmpush18]

Using in wall relays can be a very economical choice (especially if you get the dual relay - it can be less than the cost of 2 switches).
I've used a number of these in wall relays, and here in North America size is a major factor:

Sizes of In-wall Relays (FYI)

FYI. I was recently contracted by a client who wanted smart control of his switches, but wanted his existing switches to remain. The solution, is to use "in wall relays". However, given, that the house is relatively older, the internal junction boxes ("gangs"), are relatively small. Here I present the actual sizes of the three smallest dual channel devices that I could find. (Note: There are significant differences between these, but if size is your key parameter, this should help you decide.…

The newest one on the list, the one from Zooz is rapidly becoming my favourite because it's so small, and because it's inexpensive.