Wall Switch, YoLink 1/4 Mile Super Long Range Smart Light Switch Single Pole 10A in-Wall Switch Compatible with Alexa Google Assistant Home IFTTT, ETL Listed, Neutral Wire Needed, YoLink Hub Required
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Neiman Alvarez
Greater than one weekI decided to give the YoLink light switches a try after purchasing a Yolink hub and flood sensors a few months earlier. I needed to replace some much older motion sensor/light switch combos that only worked with incandescent bulbs. Of all the options I looked at, these were by far the best value and I liked the wide range of products that work together with the same hub and app. Initially I was looking at Zwave or Zigbee products but decided on YoLink after comparing prices and doing the math. Most of the YoLink devices can be paired together directly in addition to pairing with the hub, such that simple automations will still work if the Internet connection is down (e.g. activating a switch with a motion sensor or door sensor). On the downside, YoLinks communication protocol is proprietary and not compatible with APIs like OpenHAB. But so far the apps built-in automation features have been enough for my needs. The only other thing I would nitpick is that you cant configure the LED behavior on the switch itself, which some competing products allow. Alexa integration works great. The YoLink app keeps full history of switch state and allows configuring the switchs power-on state (recovery after power failure), which can be on, off, or last state. Device firmware upgrades are easy, though I would not recommend kicking off more than one or two at a time, as they all need to download from the hub. Overall Im pretty happy with this purchase as well as other products in YoLinks ecosystem.
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Walnut
> 3 dayThis switches were easy to installed and work as advertised, I had used a lot of wireless devices similar to this one and this easily has the longest transmission range from my house and I like how the phone app works. I did have to put a larger electrical box to accommodate stiff 12 gauge wire.
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mhnstr
> 3 dayI have a few sensors from YoLink and everything works and connects well. Be sure to scan the QR code on the switch before installing it or you need to pull the switch back out. My main problem with the switch is that it just feels cheap. The rocker panel is soft and sloppy. When the switch is on, there is a big, red wifi symbol lit up on the switch. The plastic behind the cover is far larger than necessary. And the switch comes with screws that dont fit an electrical box. So you need to get your own 6/32 screws. The quality just isnt there.
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paul salva
> 3 dayEasy set up
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Zimbo
> 3 dayWorks great with the YoLink hub and even better when paired with a YoLink motion sensor. You can connect the sensor directly with the switch and lights turn on instantly. You will need to pigtail a neutral wire which is not included. And unfortunately no three-way control. Overall a great product though. Good customer support as well.
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JJ
> 3 dayI had a Lutron Caseta switch that was working fine but way outside the 30ft range it is specified for. With the 1000ft range on the Yolink, I thought this would be a more reliable solution. Once installed, the switch shows a Good signal in the app but the switch is responsive about 50% of the time. The light gets left on all night after an off command is sent, or it doesnt come on frequently when on commands are sent. Putting the Lutron back and returning this.
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J. Muhammad
> 3 daySorry about pic showing debris on switch :( I usually dont write reviews on products I just started using...but going on short internet hiatus so... Yaays: The YoLink wall switch + app + LoRa connectivity makes for nice control setup (SW not very polished but the HW is nice). In my garage I have motion switch to turn on ceiling light, and I replaced toggle switch with YoLink wall switch. I bought $1.50 2-gang switch plate and used #6 screws (Ill paint white later). The YoLink switch sends power to 100W LED Barn Light (with Dusk to Dawn photocell) mounted atop the garage . I used to physically go to garage if I wanted to turn on/off. Now I can: > Disable the barn light from coming on (switch=OFF); > Enable the barn light to turn on (switch=ON) when sky is dark and off when sky is light (means it will light during daytime eclipses, super dark storm clouds, etc., not just dusk/dawn). > Manually turn on/off using button, using a remote, using YoLink app, using Alexa app or Siri-to-Alexa Shortcut). It works very nicely (when it works). Awws: A bit expensive (I think $20 is a better price point); The LED is a little cartoonish looking (but could add a overlay); It creaks so feels like thinnest plastics they could get away with. For garage or basement, OK. Dont want to put in my nice rooms. I did once get no connection to hub from phone but on retry it recovered (hopefully not a frequent occurance). Overall: Nice upgrade. There is possibility to use D2D and have light come on when triggered by some other switch.
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YD
> 3 dayThe switch was easy to install and works well with the YoLink app and Google home. Two screws that do not match a standard US wall boxes were included not sure for what. The switch itself is made from very cheap plastic and feels flimsy when pressed. It replaced Lutron switch that have much higher build quality.
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Gregory Acosta
> 3 dayYolink switch + Yolink Humidity sensor = no more damaged mirrors in the bathroom due to water condensation.
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skiordie007
16-12-2024I just like Yolink products. Every one I have just works. They are easy to install and do what they are supposed to do. I started with their leak sensors and the hub. They work great. Then I got the smart plug. Love the functions and it works great. Now I have the switch and it works great. It was easy to install. Turned off the breaker and took out the old switch and this one just went right in even easier than the conventional switch I replaced. It integrated easily and perfectly into the hub and the app. Came right up. No connection issues. Nothing. It just works. I love the timer functions which make it a set and forget device for me now. I will be looking into getting more of their products and I will be buying more of these switches.