Kasa Smart Dimmer Switch HS220-BL, Single Pole, Needs Neutral Wire

I have many of these switches. I have also most of the brands, but these are now my go-to switches. There are two versions of this light almond switch, one is a dimmer and the other is an on/off switch. These products are rare since they are actually available in light almond (not sure why anyone uses white). If you order, make sure LA is in the product number. But not only are they light almond, they are excellent units with many features and <$20. This product is somewhat unique in that it is light almond, a dimmier not a sw, known mfg, it works, and <$20. I don't know another product with all those features, all I need all those features. A couple of issues however. First, you have to use the TPlink app to set it up, not the KASA or Tapo apps. Not a big deal, if you know about it. There is a trick, which they do not mention, is that they use a combination of wifi and bluetooth. Using both, makes them quicker to connect and easier. Once setup-ed, they use wifi like all the other smart switches. If it cannot connect via wifi/bluetooth automatically, there is a manual setup where you use a self generated wifi signal. This is tricker should not be necessary as long as you have bluetooth on your phone. I would note that Tapo and TPlink switches are like this and I don't know why they are sold under three names since they are really the same (I have all versions) but even so, you have to use the matching app. I would also note that not all versions use this bluetooth/wifi connect, so look at the box and, by the number, the instructions tell you if it does and then how to proceed. You want the bluetooth/wifi setup versions (which these do). As mentioned, these two switches have a great number of features and options, more than I can list. However, my favorite one, one that I depend on, is the ability to group them together. Doing this, you can simulate three or four way switches (they sell 3 way versions, but not four way). This is not mentioned in the literature but easy to do, once you know about. The switches are also very attractive with the two up/down dimmer buttons and led level indicators.Like some devices, if you want to connect it to wifi, you have to use the wifi signal it generates itself. I found this method very unreliable, most of the time (and I have of experience with wifi devices). However, unlike others that do this, you can set it up on your local wifi by using Bluebooth where in it connects immediately. Then you can deal with using the TPLink app for set up using your normal wifi. The dimmer itself is very nice with a lot of features like up and down buttons. The light almond color is very nice (white appears awful if you become used to light almond, but once you have light almond you have to stick with it. The main downside is that sometimes light almond color is a little hard to find and the exact color of light almond can vary a little between manufactures, but this is ok).

Bought this to do two things; 1) control brightness on my kitchen LED lights, and 2)connect the lights to my google home setup for maximum control. The switch came in the color I needed, a dark brown, and has worked as desired. I can now control it through voice and adjust the intensity by voice. The Kasa brand pairs well and easily with Google Home and allows for maximum control through voice command or phone control.

Installed and up and running in about 7 minutes. I already have Kasa switches set up so it worked with alexa immediately. Nice operation smooth dimming and fade off and on. I have it hooked up to GU10 led bulbs but this switch should work with any lighting EXCEPT HALOGEN. Cover plate that comes with the switch is acrylic and gets completely scratched as soon as you touch it so if you get the black switch you will see this if its in a noticeable spot. It is huge anyway so I will just get a new black decora plate.

I've had several of these for about two months or so. I have nothing to say but good things about these smart switches. I also have 4 of the non dimmer versions. I use these smart swithes on all my outdoor LED flood lights. The cellphone app is easy and love the way it is displayed on the screen. It is great to be anywhere in my home or away from home and be able to control these. No more running up and down the stairs because someone forgot to turn off the outside lights. Or for security purposes, no need to find the wall switch or leave the safety of your vehicle when you can control your lighting with the cellphone app. More impressive is the AFFORDABILITY of these switches compared to brands in big box stores!! I highly recommend these switches for interior lighting, outdoor lighting or anything that you need to control remotely that is plugged into or wired into a 120v AC electrical system. Hookup was easy (electrical experience or electrician is required). Timer features for automatic on and off and much more!! Great job Kasa for not being greedy on the price, user friendly app and so far, quality product.

Works with the kasa app, google home and alexa. had to integrate it with home assistant to get it to work with homekit. I'm not sure why the white version gets the homekit option built in, but the black one doesn't but oh well.

It is almond color which is what I wanted plus it is a single pole wifi switch and these were the other things I wanted. I ordered two. One was defective out of the box. Not a pleasant experience for the defective one but the other worked well and was an easy install. Two things. This must use a neutral so look for your white wires which may be capped together (older dimmer switches sometimes did not use a neutral because houses built before 1985 did not require a neutral for a switch) and thought the line wire is the hot wire...curiously enough the neutral wire keeps electric at the other side of the switch to keep it connected to wifi when the light switch is at the off position. It looks nice, it works, and it works well with Alexa. Setup was easy in the app.

I am extremely happy with the Kasa Dimmer. I have put 4 of them in my house so far. The Kasa Dimmer is the best I have found. The setup is easy and the control is super easy with my Google Home. Every room that has dimmable lights uses this switch!

Worked great for what I needed. I'll be buying another one in the near future when I convert the space to dual zone lighting

Easy installation, I've had 0 issues with the app or functionality over the last 10 months. Makes controlling the lights in my theater and office easy peasy. The faceplate might not be everyone's favourite as it's a gloss black fingerprint magnet.

Perfect dimmer switch, the app is also very fast and responsive. I love that it has a faint white ring light up when the lights are turned off, making it easy to locate on the wall. It also looks modern and premium over alternative dimmers. Takes up a good amount of space in the outlet box but doesn’t mean you can’t make it fit. Would buy again.

works well and installed quickly (by my electrician) Also easy set up on app. A little expensive because it was black.

I am a big fan of Kasa series, I have 15+ of them throughout the house. For this one I had to pay a premium price because of the black color option. And it came scratched. The gloss black shows it very well. I returned it.

It works great.