WiZ Smart Outdoor Wall Light Classic, 16 Million Colors, Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, Bluetooth Compatible, No Hub Required

For those who don’t know, Wiz is the lower end product line from the same folks who own Phillips Hue. No hub required, prices reasonably and works both indoors and outdoors. The addition of Matter brings these kits to Apple HomeKit, a type that was sorely lacking in the HomeKit world (the pricey Hue was the only one available).Adding was easy, add to the Wiz app first, update firmware, enable Matter on the device and add to HomeKit. Works like any other light in HomeKit (no adaptive lighting) and the colors are nice with lots of choices and some nifty presets (presets only accessible from the Wiz app).

I recently upgraded to this outdoor smart light, and it's a significant improvement over the previous light that was 12+ years old. The wiring was straightforward, and pairing with the app was quick, taking only a couple of minutes. While the installation instructions included helpful pictures, they lacked any accompanying text. Written instructions alongside the visuals would be beneficial. Additionally, more detailed information about app pairing would be useful, as it's only briefly mentioned on the box and not in the instructions. It would also be helpful to specify the optimal Wi-Fi network (2.4 GHz vs. 5 GHz), as many smart devices perform better on 2.4 GHz. I've paired many smart devices previously so I'm aware of this but omitting this could lead to unnecessary complaints related to network compatibility. Addressing these documentation gaps would easily elevate this to a 5-star product.

I recently swapped out my old porch lantern for the WiZ Smart Outdoor Wall Light Classic, and right off the bat I was impressed by how straightforward the install was—no hub, just hardwired in place of my previous light, and I was up and running within ten minutes. The WiZ app guided me through the Bluetooth commissioning and onto my home Wi-Fi, and before I knew it I was experimenting with a full 16-million-color palette alongside crisp tunable whites (2700–6500 K) that flood my entryway with 950 lumens of brightness. I set up custom scenes like “Sunrise Welcome” for mornings and “Campfire Glow” for evening BBQs, and linking it to Alexa meant I could tell it to “set the porch to ocean blue” right from my couch.Over the past few weeks, it’s held up beautifully against spring rain and overnight temperature dips, thanks to its die-cast aluminum housing and IP44 rating. I love that I can automate it to switch on at dusk and off at dawn—or tweak the schedule when I’m away on vacation—for added security without any extra hardware. The dynamic modes (Forest, Party, Relax) are fun for get togethers. At about $75, it’s pricier than a basic outdoor fixture, but the combination of vibrant color control, reliable weatherproofing, and seamless voice integration makes it feel worth every penny.

This is almost as easy as "plug and play". Once it was hooked up to the electricity, all we needed to do was download the app by using the QR code included in the directions. We added it to the front entrance which there had been no light in the past. There are so many color options that make it perfect for changing colors depending on the season/holiday. The light is bright and yet does not blind you with a direct blasting of light in your eyes. The fact that it was easily added to our smart house control makes it even more fun and easy to do what we intended with the light. All we do is say "Ziggy, front entrance *color* " And the light's color changes. It is as easy as that. The brightness is fully adjustable making it functional as well as practical. You get so much for the price of this product. Many outdoor lights we looked at that are similar in style/look were far more expensive and did not have nearly the functionality as this light.

Overall, this is not a bad product. When installed, it's very bright and looks awesome. It's not too hard to install but it also requires additional materials--you will need outdoor caulk/sealant and wire nuts (the ones included are wayyyy too small for 120v electrical wire). This doesn't seem to be noted anywhere. Beyond that, it isn't complicated to physically install.My first problem: connecting it to your network is a chore. You need very specific wifi conditions for this thing to work, and those are not specified anywhere. If you want to use it with the WiZ app and Alexa, you will need to set it up in the app first, then on Alexa through Matter--this process is ALSO not detailed in a straightforward way.My other problem: my unit very obviously arrived with the bags torn open and one of the screws on the actual luminaire itself has been removed and replaced. So the condition was not the quality I expect of a new product.

I added this to the back of my house to match the other WiZ lights I’ve already set up, and it fits in perfectly. It paired easily, and the color options really add something extra. Even though I added some silicone around the connection, I do wish it came with a rubber gasket or seal for outdoor mounting, though. And, like clockwork, I dropped the tiny finish nut during install and spent 10 minutes crawling around in the grass to find it. Once that was handled, everything else went smoothly.One feature I really like about WiZ lights for certain members of the household, is how you can set different lighting modes just by flipping the switch a certain number of times. One flip gives you your normal everyday setting, two flips could be dim movie lighting, three flips maybe a fun color mode, four gives you another option entirely. It’s a smart feature that doesn’t require yelling at Alexa or digging out your phone every time.

This WiZ smart outdoor wall light adds a vibrant touch to any outdoor space. The range of colors is impressive, and setup was straightforward with no hub needed. It works seamlessly with Alexa and Google Assistant, and the app gives great control over brightness and schedules. A stylish, smart upgrade for outdoor lighting.