Manufacturer | Amazon |
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Part Number | WS29-01 |
Product Dimensions | 11.81 x 7.4 x 4.42 cm; 110 g |
Item model number | Standalone |
Size | 4.649 x 2.915 x 1.74 in |
Colour | White |
Style | Single Pole Switch |
Material | Polycarbonate |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Plug Format | Single Pole |
Batteries Required? | No |
Item Weight | 110 g |
Country of origin | China |
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Amazon Basics Single Pole Smart Switch, Works with Alexa, Neutral Wire Required - A Certified for Humans Device
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Operation mode | Manual |
Brand | Amazon Basics |
Material | Polycarbonate |
Item dimensions L x W x H | 11.8 x 7.4 x 4.4 Centimetres |
Actuator type | Toggle |
International protection rating | IP20 |
Number of positions | 10 |
Controller type | Amazon Alexa |
Control method | Voice |
Connectivity protocol | Wi-Fi |
About this item
- SMART UPGRADE: Amazon Basics Smart Single Pole Switch works with Alexa to add voice control to your home; an easy upgrade from your traditional switch
- CERTIFIED FOR HUMANS: Smart home made easy for non-experts; setup with Alexa is simple
- CONTROL FROM ANYWHERE: Schedule lights to turn on and off with Alexa routines and control them from anywhere using the Alexa app
- GUIDED INSTALLATION: The installation video gives you step-by-step guidance to setup your switch; more support also provided in the user manual and troubleshooting guide
- NO SMART HOME HUB REQUIRED: No additional smart devices or apps needed; works exclusively with Alexa
- WE WANT YOU TO KNOW: To install, this switch requires a neutral wire and 2.4 Ghz Wi-Fi network for setup; may also be used as a traditional light switch
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Amazon Basics Smart Single Pole Light Switch, Works with Alexa
Simple to Set Up & Use
No separate app or hub required. Install the switch, and power on. Open the Alexa app, tap the Devices icon, and click the + icon to get started.
Control From Anywhere
Amazon Basics Smart Switch lets you control your lights to turn on and off, or control them remotely when you're away. All you need is the Alexa app.
Voice Control
To use your device with Alexa, just say phrases like “Alexa, turn on first switch", "Alexa, set brightness to 50%", or "Alexa, dim the light".
Scheduling & Routines
Use the Alexa app to create routines for your smart switch that make life easier. For example, set a routine that turns on lights at sunset.
Certified for Humans
Certified for Humans products are smart devices for non-experts. Stress-free, no patience needed devices. Connecting to Alexa is quick and easy—even the software updates are automatic. All Certified for Humans devices meet a high standard and customers love them because they’re surprisingly simple.
Installation & Product Requirements
Customer Support | Please refer to the installation video, user manual, and troubleshooting guide on the detail page; product order support also available by calling 877-485-0385 |
Electrical Ratings | Input: 120VAC, 60Hz; Output: 120VAC Max |
Lighting Loads | CFL or LED: 150W Max, Incandescent: 600W Max |
Wiring Requirements | Neutral wire required |
Network Connectivity | 2.4 GHz only, 802.11 b/g/n; does not support 5GHz networks or connecting to ad-hoc (or peer-to-peer) Wi-Fi networks |
Use | For indoor use only |
Switch Control | May be controlled by voice after setting up with the Alexa app, or used as a traditional light switch with the on/off controls located on the switch |
Integrations | Amazon Basics Smart Switch is optimized for simple setup and exclusive use with Alexa; it does not support other voice assistants or smart hubs |
Alexa App | The Alexa app is compatible with Fire OS, Android, and iOS devices |
Included in the Box | (1) Amazon Basics Smart Switch, wall plate, mounting frame, wire nuts, screws, quick start guide, and user manual |
Service & Terms | Use of Amazon Basics Smart Switch and Dimmer is subject to the terms found here: www.amazon.ca/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201566380 |
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ASIN | B095X911T8 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #8,525 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #36 in Wall Light Switches |
Date First Available | Nov. 11 2021 |
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Amazon Basics Single Pole Smart Switch, Works with Alexa, Neutral Wire Required - A Certified for Humans Device
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Sold by | Amazon.ca | FORIO CA | Treatlife official | Amazon.ca | shop harmony canada | globalco |
material | Polycarbonate | Plastic | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene Plastic | Polycarbonate | — | ABS+PU |
switch type | — | — | Push Button | One-way | Rocker | One-way |
connector type | — | Clamp | Screw | Clamp | Quick Connect | Wireless |
number of positions | 10 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
control method | voice | voice, remote | application, touch, voice | voice | application | remote, voice |
circuit type | — | — | 1-way | 1-way | 3-way | 1-way |
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The pairing process was a breeze, taking minimal time and effort. But what truly impressed me was the build quality. I was initially taken aback by-all plastic construction and how the chassis is thicker than the all metal counterparts on other switches. To my delight the switch sat flat on the box and the thickness still allowed the switch plate to lay flat.
After a week of use, I can confidently say it's a game-changer. Seamless integration with Alexa adds a touch of sophistication to my home. The switch feels durable and capable of standing the test of time. As a master electrician, I give it my seal of approval without any hesitation. Alexa integration at its finest.
Amazon Basics, you've got a winner with this one!
Reviewed in Canada on October 11, 2023
The pairing process was a breeze, taking minimal time and effort. But what truly impressed me was the build quality. I was initially taken aback by-all plastic construction and how the chassis is thicker than the all metal counterparts on other switches. To my delight the switch sat flat on the box and the thickness still allowed the switch plate to lay flat.
After a week of use, I can confidently say it's a game-changer. Seamless integration with Alexa adds a touch of sophistication to my home. The switch feels durable and capable of standing the test of time. As a master electrician, I give it my seal of approval without any hesitation. Alexa integration at its finest.
Amazon Basics, you've got a winner with this one!
This switch is not as straight forward as the standard switch single pole switch (review below). In my installation the "line" (black hot wire from the power source) wire and the load (black wire to the light) were not in the same switch box. I would have liked to put the smart switch in the box with the "line" wire but that is not possible with this switch. For a little more money you can get the TreatLife brand which does allow you to choose the location for the 3-way smart switch (you can place it in either end of the circuit).
When your hot wire is in the box other than the load wire, you will have to get a live hot wire to the box where you are placing the smart switch. This can be done using one of the two traveler wires. I recommend using the black traveler just to make this easy on yourself. When you start this process, you will have only one live wire in the two boxes. This will likely be the box furthest from the light. The box closest to the light should have the "load" wire in it (the wire that goes directly to the light). If this is not your scenario, you can stop reading now.
I removed all three wires from both "dumb" switches with the power off. Once you have all 6 wires free and definitely not touching ANYTHING and nobody around who may touch them (best to do when house is empty), turn the power back on and check all six wires with a voltage tester (non-contact) or a multimeter to make sure you have one, and only one, of the six wires (3 hanging from each box - 2 black and one red typically) live...this should be a black wire. Turn off the power and mark the wire as "line" with the supplied sticker. This is the box where we will put back an original "dumb" 3-way switch. This box should now have a black "line" wire, another black "traveler" wire and a red "traveler" wire hanging out of it. Look at the "line" wire in the and determine where it is coming from. It may be tied to other black wires with a wire nut or may have come straight into the box.
Now you need to get a live "line" to the box where the smart switch will go (this has to be where the "load" line is with this switch). Use the black traveler for this by tying it at the dumb switch box into the "line" wire you marked with the sticker (you still need the live "line" to connect to the dumb switch, so proceed in a manner that leaves a live pigtail to use with the dumb switch i.e. connect to the wires already connected by a wire nut at the other end of the existing pigtail if that is what you have, or connect the traveler directly to the live "line" coming in and tie this to a new pigtail to use on the dumb switch). Now you will have FIVE wires hanging out of the two boxes (2 at the "dumb" switch end, one of which is live when you turn on the power (the "line"), and 3 at the smart switch end, again one of which is live when the power is on). So now you have a hot "line" at both boxes. Test this to confirm, then turn the power off again.
Now you can start hooking everything up.
At the dumb end:
- black "line" you marked with sticker connects to dark/black screw of original dumb 3-way
- red traveler goes to one of bright brass screws (doesn't matter which one)
- don't forget to hook up ground, then this switch is done and can be put back in the box.
- (the original black traveler has been turned into a live line so not used at this end)
Smart switch end:
- connect the black "line" of the switch to the newly made hot wire that used to be a traveler (black wire)
- connect the "load" line of the switch to the line that goes directly to the light (this is a black line that comes into the box with a white wire and ground wire and that had NO voltage when you tested all the lines for voltage with everything unhooked and the power on)
- connect the "neutral" of the switch to the white wires in the box (there should be at least two of these already twisted together in the box, you will be adding the smart switch neutral to these)
- connect the switches traveler wire (brown) to the red traveler wire that is connected to the dumb switch at the other box
- finally, ground the smart switch ground wire
Wired this way, you will be able to turn on or off the light at either end, regardless of whether or not you have previously turned it on or off using voice or manually. Profit!
Std switch: Straight forward to install. Need a live wire sensor to make sure you have the right wire identified as "line" (this is the wire that is live when the breaker is on), and you need a neutral wire (in modern day North American wiring this is typically the white wire). As long as you understand those two things, this is pretty basic installation. Fit easily in switch box.
Hooking up to Alexa was very easy. App picked up switches immediately and a new gen Alexa Dot had no problem controlling the switch. Perfect upgrade to our voice automated home theater (previously lights were controlled by an IR based switch).
My bad. It was a problem with my router. They’ve been working fine now for a year
Otherwise I would have given it 5 stars since it is on par with all the other smart switches out there and obviously has Alexa integration to create routines, etc. I will be buying more!
Nov 13, 2022 Update: the firmware seems to have been updated and I no longer get the flickering problem. Changed to 5 stars
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Great product! Thankful a product on the market is finally at a more reasonable price and is still reliable.
Since I was installing so many, I thought I would save a few bucks and buy some of the 3-way smart dimmers from Amazon Warehouse. DON'T DO THIS!!! IT ISN'T WORTH IT!. Apparently Amazon Warehouse takes back the switches that customers can't figure out and ships them right back out without testing. This wasted SO MUCH of my time. Most of these were missing faceplates, screws, wirenuts, or all of the above. One dimmer switch would control my lights, but not connect to WiFi. A second dimmer switch would talk to WiFi/Alexa, but not send power to the load (light). A third box contained a single pole switch, even though I had paid for a 3-way and the box showed it was a 3-way. It was also missing everything except the switch and instruction manuals. I tried to exchange the two defective switches, but the only option I was given was to read lots of articles on how to troubleshoot! When I replace the switch with an identical one that works, and then try the defective switch in another circuit that was working, I don't need to read articles. It's a bad switch! :(
For comparison, I have some Gosund smart switches that work very well also, but they require a third party app to set-up and communicate with Alexa. These Amazonbasics switches work directly with Alexa and make set-up and operation seamless. I'll use and recommend Amazonbasics to anyone using the alexa environment.
Again, I am thrilled with the new Amazonbasics smart switches that I installed. They work great and I will purchase more and recommend these to everyone I talk to. I will NOT purchase these switches through AmazonWarehouse again.