Smart home automation is, by its nature, supposed to make life simpler. So why is it that so many smart lighting systems are anything but? From complex installation to convoluted control systems, adopting smart technology at home can be a headache.
All of the above inspired Evvr to come up with its own signature In-Wall Relay Switch. Engineered to reverse the problems associated with traditional smart lighting technology, the Evvr IRS is billed as the simplest device of its kind currently available.
But what is it about the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch that makes it such a unique door-opener to simplified smart home automation? What does the Evvr IRS bring to the table that separates it from most conventional smart lighting controllers?
A Question of Compatibility
According to Evvr, this advanced IRS is “the most compatible no-neutral smart relay switch” money can buy. Designed to function with no neutral wire needed, the Evvr IRS is compatible with the wiring systems of all types of homes – no matter their age or electrical configuration.
Traditionally, it’s only been homes that feature a neutral wire that have been compatible with smart lighting systems. With the Evvr IRS, it doesn’t matter when your home was built – the system has been designed to work without a neutral wire.
This extends the compatibility of the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch to more homes (and business properties) than any other smart lighting controller on the market. It also makes it a quick and easy system to install – the whole thing can be up and running in a matter of minutes.
All of which gives the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch the upper-hand over many comparable systems, but does it make the grade when put to the test?
Practical, Versatile and User Friendly
The short answer is yes, for the simple reason that the Evvr IRS has been engineered with simplicity in mind. It’s a sophisticated piece of hardware, but the user experience prioritises practicality over prestige.
You can connect your Evvr IRS directly with your preferred iOS device (no bridge or hub necessary) to interact with your lights, or you can use your HomePod, HomePod mini or Apple TV as a home hub. There’s also the option of controlling your lights using Amazon Alexa, SmartThings or Google Assistant.
At the touch of a button by way of voice command, you can control any of the lights in your home (or any combination thereof) with pinpoint precision. You can set your own custom themes (movie night, drinks with friends, productivity, bedtime etc.), you can create lighting schedules and you even access your home’s lighting system remotely.
Best of all, the Evvr IRS opens the door to complete smart home automation, thanks to its compatibility with a wide range of Zigbee 3.0 and Z-Wave hubs and Apple devices. From smart thermostats to smart doorbells to smart security and so on, the system can be used as the basis for a much more extensive network of smart devices.
Technical Specs from the Manufacturer
According to Evvr, these are the standout features the IRS brings to the table:
- Direct HomeKit connection: no extra hub/bridge is required when connecting to Apple HomeKit
- Always online and connected, even if the wall switch is turned off (Most smart light bulbs and smart relays in the market become offline if the connected wall switch is turned off.）
- No neutral wire required
- Works with all types of switch panels: momentary push button(rebound switch), toggle switch(rocker switch), and smart remote button. Hence no need to change the original light switch and hereby avoid damaging the interior design style
- Supports all types of light bulbs: Incandescent, Halogen, Fluorescent, and LED bulbs. Able to turn any single or multi-bulb setups into smart lighting systems without replacing a single bulb
- Supports Hardwired 3-Way or 4-Way system with any conventional switch panels, no neutral wire required. You can control the same light fixture from multiple conventional switch panels
- Works with 4-gang switch panel
Final Verdict – Well Worth Checking Out
The fact that the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch currently retails for a price of less than $45.00 only adds to its appeal. If looking for a simple yet sophisticated entry-point to smart home automation, this could be just about as good as it gets.
*The HomeKit/Wi-Fi version of the Evvr In-Wall Relay Switch is open of pre-orders now with a 20% early-bird rebate, for more information, you can visit its HomeKit enable In-Wall Relay Switch product page.
