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Best smartthings extender
1. Samsung F-OUT-US-2 SmartThings Outlet, White
Feature
Control lights, Electronics and small appliances from your smartphoneTrigger lights to automatically turn on when you come home and turn off when you leave
Save energy by restricting power to Electronics or appliances or receive alerts If lights or Electronics were accidentally left on
Power things like coffee machines, Crock-Pots, a/C units, portable heaters and fans using your smartphone
Acts as a ZigBee repeater, extending the range of your ZigBee devices, when plugged into a wall outlet
Operating Requirements: Samsung SmartThings Hub and Selected Amazon Alexa Devices
Description
Add smartness to your home with a SmartThings outlet and set lights, Electronics, and small appliances to turn on and off at different times of the day, when doors are opened, when there's movement in your house, and much more.2. Enbrighten 55256 Z-Wave Plus Smart Receptacle, Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, Tamper-Resistant, 1 ZWave 1 Always On Outlet Hub Required, White
Feature
"ALEXA COMPATIBLE - REQUIRES AN ALEXA SUPPORTED HUB for voice control with Echo Products (Alexa device and hub sold separately). CANNOT connect directly with ECHO PLUS (Only ZigBee products can connect directly to Echo Plus).Requires a Z-Wave certified gateway. Compatible with the following Z-Wave certified Hubs: SmartThings, Wink, ADT Pulse, Trane, Vivint, Nexia, Honeywell, HomeSeer, Harmony Home Hub Extender, Vera, Connect and Iris. Works with Alexa for voice control (hub required; Alexa device and hub sold separately).
Wirelessly control lights or appliances by turning them on and off, schedule a timed event, or create a custom scene from anywhere in the world, at any time of the day. Works with all LED, CFL, Halogen, and Incandescent bulbs.
Features one always-on pass-through AC outlet and one Z-Wave enabled outlet with tamper resistant outlets.
Requires in-wall installation with hard-wired connections - Neutral wire is REQUIRED (wall plate not included).
Description
Transform any home into a smart home with the GE Z-Wave plus wireless smart lighting control Duplex receptacle. The GE Z-Wave Duplex receptacle enables wireless control of on/off functions from the Z-Wave controlled outlet, and is compatible with incandescent, LED, xenon, halogen, fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs. The receptacle replaces your current electrical outlet, uses your existing wiring and provides a Z-Wave enabled outlet for the lamp or appliance that you would like to control and a standard pass-through AC outlet for other electrical appliances. The receptacle requires in-wall installation with hardwired connections. Take control of your home lighting with GE Z-Wave plus wireless smart lighting controls3. GE Z-Wave Plus On/Off Plug-In Smart Switch, 1 Grounded Outlet, Control Lighting & Appliances, Built-in Repeater & Range Extender, Zwave Hub Required- Works with SmartThings Wink and Alexa, 28169
Feature
Wirelessly schedule and control any lamp or small appliance from anywhere, at any time with any mobile device.Up to 50% improved wireless range, 250% faster processor, 400% more memory and energy efficiency over Z-Wave Classic products.
Space-efficient design does not block second outlet or obstruct furniture placement.
Requires a Z-Wave certified gateway, providing remote access from any mobile device.
Compatible with the following Z-Wave certified Hubs: SmartThings, Pulse, Trane, Wink, Nexia, Honeywell, HomeSeer, Smart Security, Harmony, Vera, Connect and Iris.
Description
Transform any home into a smart home with the plug-in GE Z-Wave Plug-In Smart Switch 500S Single Plug. Featuring one wirelessly controlled grounded outlet, this provides ultimate flexibility for your home lighting by creating custom scenes and scheduling timed events when you're either home or away. Take control of your home lighting with smart lighting controls.4. Aeotec Range Extender 6, Z-Wave Plus repeater
Feature
Z-Wave Plus wireless signal repeater and range extender. Compatible with Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus.Amplifies and repeats weak signals boosting the range and reliability of weak Z-Wave devices.
Plug in to 110 volt wall socket. Small design so it does not block other outlets
Compatible with all Z-Wave gateways including Control4, Fibaro, SmartThings, and Vera.
Z-Wave Plus certified. Certification number: ZC10-16095239
Description
You use Z-Wave to manage your smart home. You use Range Extender 6 to keep Z-Wave reliable. Aeotec's Range Extender 6 works seamlessly to amplify and repeat weak Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus signals. Simply plug it into a power socket, connect it to your Z-Wave network, and it automatically starts improving any poor Z-Wave signals that are in range. As it's custom desgined as a wireless signal booster, Range Extender 6 performs better than other Z-Wave devices that offer simply repeating; it amplifies the signal too. Designed to use Z-Wave Plus, unlike previous editions Range Extender 6 can work with advanced Z-Wave features such as encryption and security devices such as door locks while remaining compatible with older versions of Z-Wave. It repeats signals 250% faster than other signal repeaters and can repeat Z-Wave signals up to 492 feet away when unobstructed. Range Extender 6 is compatible with all certified Z-Wave gateways including Samsung SmartThings, Fibaro, and Mios Vera.5. Samsung ET-WV525KWEGUS Mesh Router, White, 3 Count
Feature
All-in-One Solution: The only mesh router and smart-home hub in-one, allowing you to connect and control 100+ compatible smart cameras, lights, speakers, doorbells, and more with the SmartThings appExtendable Coverage: Enjoy seamless Wi-Fi coverage for up to 1,500 sq. feet with a single Wi-Fi router, and up to 4,500 sq. feet with a pack of 3. Add up to 32 routers if additional coverage is needed
Adaptive Home Wi-Fi: Powered by Plume, SmartThings Wi-Fi learns your environment and optimizes performance for a powerful, reliable home Wi-Fi experience
Seamless Channel Hopping: Adaptive routing technology automatically chooses the clearest channel & fastest path to avoid congestions
One App Controls it All: See what's connected, prioritize devices, create network access for guests, set up parental controls, set schedules, and more all from your smartphone.Extendable Coverage: Enjoy seamless WiFi coverage for up to 1,500 sq. feet with a single WiFi router, and up to 4,500 sq. feet with a pack of 3
Easy Setup: Download the SmartThings app, and follow the instructions to get your new home network running in minutes
Compatible with previous versions of SmartThings Sensors and Outlets
Description
Enjoy ultimate connectivity and smartness at your home with a powerful mesh Wi-Fi router that is also a SmartThings Hub.The SmartThings Wi-Fi uses Plumes Adaptive Home Wi-Fi technology to learn how you use your Wi-Fi and optimizes your network to fill every inch of your home with the strongest possible signal. It also operates as a SmartThings Hub connecting lights, cameras, locks, thermostats, sensors, and more. Automate your smart home, and control it from anywhere with the SmartThings app, Google Assistant, or Amazon Alexa.
Start with one SmartThings Wifi to cover homes up to 1,500 sq. feet in size and then simply add up to 32 hubs to expand your coverage. In contrast to traditional routers, the SmartThings Wifis mesh network can use combination of different channels and band for each data hop, taking your Wi-Fi through the fastest route and eliminating interference, congestion, and buffering.
SmartThings Wifi is simple to install and easy to use. Personalize who gets on your Wi-Fi network, for how long, and what they can do. Measure the speed of your network, create schedules for when devices can access the internet, and much more. Plus, youll never have to worry about updating firmware-SmartThings Wifi will update automatically.
Includes: DC Adapter(s), LAN cable(s), and QSG Leaflet
*Product not supported outside U.S.
*Not compatible with Samsung Connect Home models ET-WV520KWEGUS, ET-WV520BWEGUS, and ET-WV530BWEGUS.
6. Aeotec Range Extender 6, Zwave Extender, Z-Wave Plus Repeater, 2 Pack
Feature
Z-Wave Plus wireless signal repeater and range extender. Compatible with Z-Wave and Z-Wave Plus.Amplifies and repeats weak signals boosting the range and reliability of weak Z-Wave devices.
Plug in to 110 volt wall socket. Small design so it does not block other outlets
Compatible with all Z-Wave gateways including Control4, Fibaro, SmartThings, Vera and more.
Z-Wave Plus certified. Certification number: ZC10-16095239
7. Samsung Electronics ET-WV520K Smart Wi-Fi System Mimo (3 Pack), White
Feature
Corner to corner Wi-Fi coverage for homes up to 4,500 sq ft* and up to 866 Mbps@5 GHz + 400 [email protected] GHz (AC1300) *Actual coverage will vary based on home construction and layout. A smarter router with Smart Home hub functionality that easily connects compatible cameras, lights, voice assistants and more Set-Up in minutes, and keeps your Wi-Fi network safe and secure.Product not supported outside the U.S.Description
Take ultimate control of your space with Samsung Connect Home Smart WiFi System, a WiFi router and a SmartThings hub, all in one. Not only does it deliver an optimized WiFi signal to every corner of your home, it also works as a SmartThings Hub, connecting compatible cameras, lights, voice assistants, and more to create your smart home. Plus, youll never have to worry about updating firmwareSamsung Connect Home will update automatically. Unlike traditional routers that can cause dead zones and buffering, Samsung Connect Home Smart Wi-Fi System uses three units working seamlessly to create a mesh network that can cover homes up to 4,500 sq. ft. keep hundreds of your devices connected at the same time and control them from anywhere in your home using the user-friendly Connect App. Built-in Ethernet ports and powerful tri-band mesh make this system the perfect solution for work-from-home professionals, entertainment systems, and homes with Ethernet wiring.8. Honeywell UltraPro Z-Wave Plus Smart Light Switch, In-Wall White & Almond Paddles | Built-In Repeater Range Extender | ZWave Hub Required - Alexa and Google Assistant Compatible, 39348
Feature
WIRELESSLY CONTROL & SCHEDULE LIGHTS AND OTHER DEVICES- Wirelessly control switch from anywhere through your smartphone, tablet, PC or Z-Wave remote. Schedule timed events for connected devices and customize scenes for day or night, home or away - Switch can also be operated manuallyREQUIRES A Z-WAVE CERTIFIED HUB - Compatible with the following Z-Wave Hubs: Honeywell, SmartThings, Pulse, Trane, Wink, Nexia, Honeywell, HomeSeer, Harmony Home Hub Extender, Vera, Fibaro, Vivint and ADT.
ALEXA COMPATIBLE (HUB REQUIRED) - Requires an Alexa supported hub for voice control with Amazon Echo Products (Alexa device and hub are sold separately). CANNOT connect directly with ECHO PLUS or other Alexa products (Only ZigBee products can connect directly to Echo Plus).
IN-WALL INSTALLATION WITH HARD WIRED CONNECTIONS (NEUTRAL WIRE REQUIRED) - replace your existing switch in as little as 15 minutes. Works with all LED, CFL, halogen and incandescent bulbs, and other devices.
INCLUDES CHANGEABLE PADDLE COLORS - includes white and light almond paddles to match any home dcor. Features a blue LED indicator light to locate the switch in a dark room. Wall plate is NOT INCLUDED.
Description
Automate your life with the Honeywell Z-Wave Plus In-Wall Smart Switch. Smart switches allow you to manually or wirelessly, using a compatible hub, control your favorite devices.
- Program groups of lights for entertaining, events, or certain times of the day
- Use your voice as the switch, ask Amazon Alexa or Google Home to set scenes or to turn on/off your lights (compatible hub required)
- 3, 4 and 5 way capable by adding the Honeywell model 39350
Hub Compatibility List
- SmartThings
- Wink
- Iris
- HomeSeer
- Vera
- Nexia
- Pulse
- Trane
- And more!
Product Specifications
- Voltage: 120VAC/60Hz
- Maximum Load:
- 960W Incandescent
- HP Motor
- 1800W (15A) Resistive
- Wireless Range: 150 Feet Line Of Sight
- Operating Temperature: 32-104 Degrees Fahrenheit
- Neutral Wire Required
- Built in Z-Wave Range Extender
- Warranty: 2 Year Limited Warranty
Why Z-Wave Plus Products?
Z-Wave Plus is the latest chipset when it comes to Z-Wave certification. There are many added benefits when you switch to Z-Wave Plus.
- Improved wireless range.
- More memory, this allows us to add unique parameters for customers to customize their product
- Over the air updates. Like your phone or computer these products sometimes need updates. If needed, we can now make modifications and pass them to our customers.
One of the great things about Z-Wave is that it's universal, whether you purchased one of our Honeywell switches or if you purchased a competitors Z-Wave switch they can communicate with one another.
9. SmartThings Link for NVIDIA SHIELD
Feature
Turn your NVIDIA SHIELD into the brain of your smart homeConnect wirelessly with a wide range of smart devices and make them work together
Monitor and control connected devices in your home using a single SmartThings app for iPhone or Android
Receive alerts from connected devices when there's unexpected activity in your home
Automate connected devices in your home and set them to turn on or off when doors are opened, as people come and go, and much more
Description
SmartThings Link turns your NVIDIASHIELD into the brain of your smart home. Connect wirelessly with a wide range of smart devices and make them work together.10. Z-Wave Switch (On/Off) + Built-In Z-Wave Repeater (zwave plus) | In-Wall Light Switch (Paddle) works with Samsung SmartThings & Wink Hub | Easy 3 & 4-Way Solution (No Add-On Needed) | Inovelli
Feature
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ: Must have Neutral Wire for this to work -- please check your wiring prior to purchasing. DO NOT USE FOR: Ceiling or Exhaust fansOVERVIEW: Z-Wave Plus Switch with Manual or Remote On/Off with Instant Status Reporting
SIMPLE 3 & 4-WAY WIRING: No need for an auxiliary switch! Can be used with a regular ON/OFF (non-smart) switch (NOTE: "Non-Smart" switch has to be an On/Off 3-Way, not a Dimming 3-Way) | IMPORTANT: 4-Way Must have Line/Load in the Same Box | Feel free to reach out to our licensed electrician for help prior to purchase
ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: White & Almond Faceplates, White & Almond Paddles, White & Almond Screws (for Faceplate), a Neutral Jumper Wire, and our Step by Step Instructions for SmartThings, Wink & Vera
CERTIFICATIONS: Z-Wave Plus, UL Listed, FCC Certified
Description
Inovelli exists to make life simpler through Home Automation.
We started from an idea that people want their lives to be simpler. Our products are designed to be easy to install and work with over 1700 of other products and more than 450 different brands.
Tested Compatible HUB's and Appliances:
SmartThings, Wink, Vera (UI5 & UI7), Staples Connect, HomeSeer, Zipamini (Zipato), Amazon Alexa (Only works thru a compatible HUB - Please do not buy if you do not have an external HUB)
Non-compatible Hubs:
Samsung Connect, Alarm dot com, Frontpoint, Iris by Lowes, and Qolsys.
If, for some reason our switch does not work with your HUB, we will fully refund you.
About this Smart Switch
The product on this page is an In-Wall Z-Wave PLUS On/Off Smart Switch + Z-Wave Range Extender which gives you the ability to turn on/off your lights from anywhere in the world as well as grow your Z-Wave network with the built in repeater. Z-Wave Plus is the newest technology from Z-Wave, boasting a 67% increase in range, 250% more bandwidth, and more (and is fully compatible with older Z-Wave models)
Closing Words
We know that Home Automation can be tough for the beginner (we've been there), so every smart home electrical outlet we sell comes with a QR code and special link that directs to a step by step tutorial (video and written) on how to set up your new Home Automation switch. Simplifying lives, one smart home product at a time thats Inovelli.
