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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 136 reviews

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91%would recommend to a friend

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Customers frequently mention the ease of installation, voice control capabilities, and compatibility with Alexa as positive aspects of the Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch. They appreciate the convenience of controlling their lights with voice commands and the affordability of the product. While there are no significant negative aspects mentioned by customers, some users have experienced minor issues with the initial setup and connection.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install, Voice control

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Light switch review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The TP-Link Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch is a game-changer for home automation. Its sleek design in white seamlessly blends into any décor while its compatibility with Matter ensures seamless integration with other smart devices. Installation is a breeze, and the Tapo app allows for easy control from anywhere. With scheduling and voice control capabilities, it adds convenience and efficiency to any household.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install
    Cons mentioned:
    Single pole

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Smart switch with Matter support

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Smart home subscription finally ran out, making my Zwave setup from my home builder inactive. Needed something free and ultimately universal since I have apple products and alexa products in my home. These switches have support for the new Matter protocol allowing for connection and control directly with my alexa and Apple HomeKit. Setup was extremely easy with the Matter QR code included with the switches. There wasn’t a convenient place to stick the QR code though for easy future use, so i tossed them when I was done with setup. DON’T WORRY! The matter numerical code IS on the front of the switch behind the Decora cover so it can be manually typed in. These switches react instantly through both Alexa and HomeKit. Noticable difference from using a zwave hub to control things before. I installed 9 of these on my Single Pole switches (only 1 switch controls the fan/light). Which brings me to my only gripe; these switches should be 3-way like a lot of the other smart switches on the market. Because they are single pole switches, I had to spend twice as much to get working Matter compatible 3-way switches from Leviton (had to buy the companion switches for them to work). Overall though, I’m extremely happy with these smart switches and would certainly buy them again.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Alexa compatibility, Easy to install, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Smarter home

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I got a lot of these since they were on sales. It is good quality for its price and super easy to install. It works great with our Alexa.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Alexa compatibility, Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good light switch. Easy to install for me as all the necessary wires were present. Connection was straight forward on Alexa through Matter protocol. Control with Alexa app offered good programmability. I bought 2 units and added a separate face plate for a 2-gang installation. Simple switches that get the job done.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works great.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is excellent easy to install works great. Use it for my outdoor pole light. Turns on automatically when the lights go on at night and then the lights go off at night. Excellent product. The app works great .Use their app makes it a lot easy to set up.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Tapo Swtiche

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought two of these to control my outdoor Christmas lights. Installation was a breeze. If you can wire a standard light switch, you can wire these. Pairing was pretty straightforward using the Tapo app. The lower portion of the switch is illuminated letting you know if it’s on or off.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great switch for a great price

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great switch if you want to dip your toes in the smart home scene, it supports matter so i was able to add it DIRECTLY to the google home and apple home apps without the need to install any other app or creating a tapo account. If you want to use certain features such as auto off like I did, you will need to set it up in the app though, but you can continue using matter for Apple Home or Google Home or Alexa if you want to. Please do keep in mind. If you want to set up going that route, you should avoid setting up matter until after you have set up in the app. Also, be sure to install the switch correctly before putting the face plate back on as it is pretty tricky to remove it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very impressed,

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to install, easy to configure to your phone can schedule remotely if needed. Priced 30 cheaper than other makers.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good value price and best Qulity switch easy to use

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Outside lights now on a smart schedule

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replaced an older battery-powered timer switch with this, so I can now control my lights from the phone app. I had received a complimentary discount code, so I used it on this - great deal! Relatively easy to install (as long as you are comfortable wiring up home switches yourself, otherwise have a professional do it). Note that the face plate is attached when unboxing. That has to be removed to install in the wall socket. Removing that face plate was a little tricky. You have to pry off two of the tabs holding it without breaking them off - careful, careful! Connection to my Wi-Fi was straightforward, but you have to add it to your system using the Tapo app (the older Kasa app doesn't support this newer device - although you can "move" all your Kasa devices to the Tapo app).

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install, Matter support, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great switch for the price.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great price and easy to use, plus matter support. I have about 20 of these installed, and while it may not have some of the advanced features of more expensive switches, it does a great job. They are easy to install and very responsive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Voice control

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Smart Switch: Bright Start

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These smart switches have definitely upped my home automation game! Turning my lights on and off with my voice or phone is a total game-changer, especially for lazy evenings on the couch. Setting schedules and routines has been a breeze. Overall, these are still solid smart switches with loads of potential, and the convenience factor is undeniable. They've definitely earned their place in my smart home, despite the minor quirks. With some app improvements and smoother dimming, they'd be a slam dunk 5-star experience.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Alexa compatibility, Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Easy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Excellent product, easy to install and setup. Works great with Alexa and Samsung Smarthings

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best Purchase!!!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently installed the TP-Link Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch in my home, and I'm extremely pleased with its performance and ease of installation. The package thoughtfully includes everything you need for setup, even wire caps, which simplifies the process significantly. There's no need for complicated wiring, making it ideal for DIY enthusiasts. One of the most impressive features is its quick response time. The switch connects to Alexa automatically, seamlessly integrating with my existing smart home system. It responds promptly to voice commands without any noticeable delay. The most notable advantage of this smart switch is the convenience it brings. Unlike the need to buy multiple smart bulbs, the Tapo switch allows me to control several standard light bulbs with just one switch. This not only saves money but also simplifies the smart home experience. In conclusion, the TP-Link Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their home with smart lighting. Its easy installation, quick responsiveness, and compatibility with Alexa, combined with the ability to control multiple bulbs, make it a standout product. Highly recommended for those looking to upgrade their home lighting system efficiently.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Alexa compatibility

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love Alexa controlled front porch lights

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome and liked it Schedules and on demand Alexa control base front porch lights are amazing

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Alexa compatibility, Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love this can now work lights with alexa and easy to install

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice looking smart switch

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its a great switch with matter for the price. Looks great and easy to install.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Superb Switch

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This single pole smart switch works just as I hoped. Setup was a little challenging as I expected a tight fit in the box (mounted on 2-gang box along side a dimmable switch) but got it done. You must use wire nuts to connect the Line/Load, Neutral, and Ground wires on this switch which takes up more space. The dimmable version allows you to back wire or use the side screw for the Line and Load which saves some space. As with the dimmable version, the switch could be made of thicker plastic and the mounting hole reinforced. Setup was a breeze. The app is easy to use. TP link needs to make a 3-way switch version as nearly all my lights are on 3-ways but for a few like the kids bedroom and some bathroom lights.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install, Matter support

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great switch, but with a killer drawback for some.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall pretty decent switch. Install was easy. Its not very deep so easy to work into existing lighting. Setting it up with Matter and Homekit was very simple. The one killer issue though, is that this switch’s Matter implementation only exposes it as a “Light”, so when you set it up through Homekit it can only be a “Light”. I installed it on a switch that only controls a ceiling fan, so now when I say “Turn off the lights” the fan also turns off. TPLink needs to add the option for this to be a Fan in their Matter support.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from TPLinkSupport
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      Hi,

      Thank you for your review. The Tapo TS15 is designed to provide convenient, smart automation features for your home's lighting with integration support for HomeKit. The TS15 isn't specifically designed for a fan + light installation scenario; however, we appreciate your interest in this type of feature combination in a Tapo product, and will share your feedback with our Tapo team for future consideration.

      Our support team is always happy to help answer any questions you may have about our products. Please feel free to reach out using any of the resources included with the product, or from our official website, and we'll gladly have a Support Agent follow up with you directly.

      Thank you,
      TP-Link Support tplink

  • Pros mentioned:
    Easy to install

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great basic smart switch

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Smart switch that is affordable and easy to install. Do make sure you have space in your box, and that you have a 4 wire line, as this is not optional. I have several of these basic switches and dimmers from TP-Link and they just work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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