Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus Smart Outdoor Switch, 1-Outlet Plug-In (2nd Gen.), Weather-Resistant, Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, for Landscape & Seasonal Lighting, ZWave Hub Required, 14298,Black

The device really works great. However, the documentation needs to be corrected. I could not include this device into my Z-Wave network by pressing the manual on/off button once, as stated in the instructions. After fiddling with it for over an hour, I decided to give 3 quick presses of the button a try... and wow... it took off and got included.

Setup was flawless with my SmartThings server. Apparently device is indeed controlled directly, not through the internet (Z-wave, vs Z-wave plus). Both outlets are controlled together (not separately) which I expected but really did not see described anywhere. Top has a square button in the center which is lit when the outlets are off. Pressing the button enabled the outlets and dims the button. Quality seems good. Unit designed to go on your upper outlet. Doing so leaves enough room for most plugs you would use for some other item.

IT WORKS (unlike the zooz I tried). It successfully extended my range to 3 of my locks on far side of house. Plug and play. Easy manual switch. Both outlets are controlled at same time (not independent). I did not need two outlets and would have gotten the single but it is not available yet from amazon. Only downside to any of these switches is the price. 45 bucks is very close to the 50 dollars I paid for the samsung hub (on sale). If you are trying to plug a nightlight that is wide you will have an issue because of the position of the outlet facing up to down (If they had rotated the outlet 90 degrees you would be able to fit wider items).

I now own two of these. Each time I had trouble pairing (just enough time in between purchases that I forgot how). It isn’t as intuitive as other Z-wave devices and there is no indication once it is in pairing mode. After initial pairing, both have worked great. They are outdoors in the elements with no issues.

I purchased several of these when I first started using home automation. They are easy to install, even if you are new to z-wave like I was. I like that they are still functional after a power outage...some brands lose z-wave function if the power is interrupted and you have to physically be present to repair the z-wave network....these come right back online, which is huge when you are using them remotely for a vacation home or if you are on vacation and the power goes out. I use then with both an IQ panel and a smart things hub at two different locations.

This outlet is great, low profile with plugs on the side. Makes toggling my other less cooperative smart devices easier.

I purchased this expecting that two wirelessly controlled grounded outlets meant two _independently-controllable_ outlets. It does not. It is not mentioned anywhere in the text of this products description (although it is in fine print in the images lower on the page), but the two outlets on this device are only able to be controlled together. This was definitely a frustration. That fact should have been made more clear in the products description or the name. 2018 Addendum: I see that now the product name and description both clearly mention that the outlets are controlled _together_, which is nice.

This review is written on the Gen 2 product and mirrors my Gen 1 review. I have used the Gen 1 version for a couple of years. It works fine and has excellent range, although I do have repeaters (Aeotec) around the house. The Gen 2 is about $9 more currently (May 2020). This time I bought a Gen 1 and a Gen 2 and tried them out on an outlet outside and about 100 from my house. Both worked fine. The Gen 2 is smaller, maybe one-third smaller. The Gen 2 has an indicator light on the front which can be programmed to be on when switch is off or vice versa. Thats a nice plus as with Gen 1 you have to just listen. Gen 1 also has a nice cover over the outlet while Gen 2 does not. So unless one of the features of the Gen 2 is something you require, smaller size or the status light, for the money, Id stay with the Gen 1 for the time being.

This plug requires a compatible hub to control. The hubs are expensive and not plug and play. Buyer beware.

The unit itself is smaller than I thought it would be, which is a plus. I installed this in my backyard to control my landscape lighting and works as advertised! Very easy to pair with Smartthings as well.