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

Ive tried several smart swtiches but the GE-Zwave are the only ones that work first time/every time. ive installed this one, several in-wall, and one outdoor. All work flawlessly

I will first state that this is my second GE outdoor Z-Wave switch, I also own the Gen 1 model as well. Similarities between Gen 1 and Gen 2: 1. Lets just start with this. Either model will just work and work well, Ive had no issues. They easily connected to my Hubitat hub. They are both obviously outside and so not exactly super close to my Hubitat hub but Ive never had an issue with them losing connection or not working. 2. They both have physical on/off buttons Why is Gen 2 better then Gen 1: 1. Smaller 2. Includes the ability to mount to something 3. Removes the stupid rubber plug cover Gen 1 has that is literally useless Connecting to Hubitat hub and usage: I had no problems connecting this to my Hubitat hub. I plugged it in near the hub, Hubitat picked it up right away and it was added. From there I added it to my controls and processes and it just works flawlessly. Theres nothing really more to say about this product, its a simple outdoor Z-wave plug. It just works and doesnt add complication. If you are looking for a outdoor Z-wave plug to control things like lights, holiday lights or decorations or similar this should be high on your list. Others products might be cheaper or have 2 plugs instead of just one (I saw a few when looking for a second plug) but I went with this one out of a little fear those other generic name brand plugs might cause me more of a headache in the end by giving me issues with my hub, disconnections or not always responding to commands. I cant tell you if that fear is warranted, I can tell you this is my second GE Z-wave outdoor plug and Ive used Gen 1 for over a year and now Gen 2 through this years holidays with no issues to speak of. My Hubitat hub automatically knew what this device was and used the GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Smart Switch driver that Hubitat has built in, no need to use the generic driver or add a driver. I am currently running Hubitat v2.2.4.158. When I originally added the Gen 1 plug last year Hubitat did not have this specific GE driver and instead used the generic plug driver, which also worked just fine so you should be set either way.

Got what we ordered and at a good price when promised. What more could you ask for! Well order from this vendor again.

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

We needed to remotely turn on lights while we were away. This product work perfectly with the ring camera system alarm kit.

This thing works great while it worked. I had it turning lights on and off for about 2 years and recently it completely crapped out. The relay inside I believe is the culprit. A $3 part (Hongfa 012-1H3AF) that failed in a $45 product. With average soldering skills you could probably replace it yourself. Electrical relays really should last longer than that though.

The switch works good with my my Vera Z wave product. Used this to control my Christmas tree.

Not sure why some people are having issues with using this switch with Smarthings (other than when smarthings is having other issues). I have a Gen 1 that I have been using for over 2 years and now this Gen 2 and they both work with no problems at all. The Gen2 does not have the rubber plug to cover the outlet, so if you plan on leaving it mounted outside with nothing plugged in this could be a problem. I dont mount mine so not issue for me.

Does Not work with ADT

First, it has to work with legacy Leviton Z-Wave systems, and it does. Some of the devices marked as Z-Wave Plus dont work with some of the earlier controllers that connect to the HAI Omni security systems. This one does. It will work with the Vizia RF + Plug-in Serial Interface Module RS232 (VRC0P-1LW) connected to an HAI or Leviton Home Automation system. It was very easy to pair, and with the blue power LED on top, its easy to see that the switch is on. Also, the dual plugs are handy, when you have two items (like a light and something else) to control.