Smart lighting is fast becoming a staple feature for the 21st century home worldwide. Billed by its manufacturer as “the most compatible no-neutral smart relay switch” on the market, the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch is also said to be the easiest device of its kind to install.
According to Evvr, its In-Wall Relay Switch opens the door to intelligent smart lighting control for all types of homes, irrespective of age or existing wiring configuration. Importantly, this is one of the only devices of its kind currently available that doesn’t rely on a neutral wire.
The question is – how does the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch perform in practice, and is it really the simplest smart lighting controller the market has seen to date?
Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch: The Basics
Combining a smart relay with a smart switch, the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch effectively converts any single-bulb or multiple-bulb setup into a fully-functional smart lighting system. Once installed, the system can be used to interact with your existing lights via your current switch panels, the Evvr App or with voice commands via Siri.
Apple HomeKit enabled, no additional bridge or hub is required to connect Evvr’s smart lighting system with your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch or Apple TV. Based on your current setup or preferred hubs, there is also the option of controlling your lights with Amazon Alexa, SmartThings or Google Assistant.
Quick and Easy Installation
The simplicity with which the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch can be installed is second to none. It has been engineered to operate independently of a neutral wire – an extremely important point as not all homes have a neutral wire installed. With no neutral wire needed, the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch is as easy to fit as any conventional light switch.
From start to finish, the entire installation process can be completed in a manner of minutes.
Simplicity and Sophistication, Perfectly Paired
Put to the test, the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch brings simplicity to smart lighting in a way that’s genuinely impressive. The switch can be connected directly with your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Apple Watch, and remote access is possible by using your HomePod, HomePod mini or Apple TV as a home hub.
All lights connected to the system can be controlled collectively or independently, making it easy to make pinpoint adjustments to their brightness and intensity. You can also set your own preferred themes, setting the perfect ambience for a family movie, a romantic dinner or an evening with friends at the touch of a button.
Extensive Compatibility
Aside from its simplicity, perhaps the biggest point of appeal with the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch is its versatility. Evvr has engineered its IRS for quick and easy integration with a wide range of Zigbee 3.0 and Z-Wave hubs and Apple devices.
The Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch therefore paves the way for total smart home automation, courtesy of a device that can be installed in minutes with no neutral wire needed.
Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch – The Pros:
- Easy to install with no-neutral wire needed
- Direct Apple HomeKit connection, no extra hub required
- Intuitive voice control via Apple Siri, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings or Google Assistant
- Suitable for use with most conventional bulbs and fittings
Huge compatibility with smart home hubs that support Zigbee 3.0, Z-Wave and also HomeKit
- Works with all types of switch panels – no need to change light switches
- Always active and connected, even when turned off
- Supports hardwired 3-Way or 4-Way system
Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch – The Cons:
The 2-part design that brings extensive compatibility also brings 2-part installation.
Final Verdict – 4.5 Out of 5
Currently retailing for just $42.00, it is hard to pick fault with Evvr’s IRS for this kind of price. In terms of simplicity and user-friendliness, it’s head and shoulders above the competition. Particularly given how it does not rely on a neutral wire, making it suitable for pretty much any home of any age.
As the core of a sophisticated yet simple smart home Automation System, the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch comes highly recommended.
For more information, please visit evvr.io or the In-Wall Relay Switch product page.
