Leviton DW15A-1BW Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug-in Outlet, Works with Amazon Alexa, No Hub Required

One of the few Wifi-enabled power switches that doesnt require a hub (Zwave, etc). Of those, one of the few with a dimmer. The app and switch all work well and are intuitive. The only drawback is that the dimmer is non-linear. It is powering an LED light source, but I feel like it maps as almost full-bright from 30% on up. The app gives you full granularity over percentages, whereas the physical switch is in 10% increments. The real dimming happens between around 5% and 30%, which means its only really dimmable in the app (you can configure the physical switch to map from 0% to 30%, but the light is ever so slightly brighter at 100% that it is annoying).

Im curious about creating a smart home, so decided to try this wifi plug. Very easy to set up using the My Leviton app supplied by the company, Leviton - its wizard-like, steps you through connecting to home wifi. Its simple to use. I just have one thing plugged in - a Christmas tree, which is fun to turn off and on through the app instead of walking over and plugging it in and out. I connected to my Echo Dot by enabling the My Leviton skill. Voice control makes it even easier and entertaining - Alexa, turn on the tree. The My Leviton app has a lot of capabilities, especially if you have multiple plugs or other Leviton smart products. You can create activities, which enable you to group commands to be run at the same time. Another nice feature, which I plan to use even with the one plug, is schedules. Thisll come in handy to turn a light on and off at various times of day or night. Now that Ive toe-dipped, Im going to consider other products to smarten the home. It started out as a novelty, but Im finding it pretty useful.

This unit is worth the extra money vs the smaller , less expensive unit. The wifi range seems stronger than the other model. I have three of the smaller ones and , 2 of these larger ones. The smaller ones wouldn’t work upstairs in my home. Secondly, the plug placement faces downward making it easier to not interfere with furniture etc.

Leviton nailed it! The instructions and YouTube videos were a big help in getting the new outlet set up. We have a combination of devices here at the house and utilize google home AI, leviton outlets and hue bulbs in some. The price is a lot more palatable than the Hue set up when you add in the need for a bridge. The plug in leviton switches work great for an existing house or rental so you wont have to hire an electrician to install the in-wall switches. The system controls the light operation and on off times perfectly. I highly recommend giving leviton a try if you want to monitor/ control your electrical consumption.

I purchased the Leviton DW15A-18W plug in module along with a DW6HD-1BZ Wall Dimmer module, which I will review separately. I am a big fan of the Leviton product line, almost every switch in my home is a Leviton switch so I was excited to find these little modules that can be controlled by my Alexa unit. I have purchased a number of other similar controlled devices for my home but this little beauty was super easy to get online and working. I was up and running and integrated with my Amazon Echo in minutes. The real difference maker with this device is that it does not require a centralized hub like so many others, which will add price and complexity to your smart home design. The DW15A-18W runs on my existing Wifi as opposed to using it own network like so many other similar products. You can also control all the device from a separate app the Leviton provides for free. Following the provided instructions in the box I was able to quickly get the module on my Wireless network and after installing a simple skill for the Amazon Echo I was able to control it via voice command. I particularly enjoy the portability of the module as I am able to move it around my house quickly and easily for whatever purpose I need at the time. I can’t recommend this item enough if you plan building your own smart home network of devices.

Purchased two of these to install in my 20 year old home. All existing wiring was completed by a licensed electrician and passed inspection by electrical inspector. I paid a licensed electrian to install both of these because I wasnt 100% sure of what the instructions were telling me. I have used this electrician for many years. One switch performed as Leviton said it would and the second switch would not. I traded emails with customer service for two weeks and tried everything they told me to do. Still the switch did not work and I asked for a replacement. Replacement arrived and I installed exactly as the electrician had installed the original. The switch still doesnt work on program mode. Now the second switch that was originally working does not work. I am about ready to remove both switches and go back to manual switches.

Works perfectly. I have converted most of the home we have into a smart home using Leviton Dimmers for the lights and they all work perfectly via their app and Alexa. This plug in version was no exception. Purchased to control a main lamp in my daughters room as she like most kids leaves the room and leave the light on Now turning it off is as simple as asking Alexa - who never complains about doing it! :)

Two “smart” devices from Leviton have been automating and adding convenience to our home for the past month now. The smart plug-in outlet

After having great success with the new Z-wave+ products from Leviton I decided to try out a wifi plug in outlet and I am happy to say that this device is just as reliable and easy to use as all of my other Leviton products. The biggest stand out feature of this Plug in outlet is the fact that since it operates on Wifi it does not need a Zwave hub (smarthings or Wink) to function. I think this is an amazing option for a lot of people that dont want to invest in getting a home automation hub and want to just use their wifi as the control. Set up was a breeze, followed the simple start guide, got the My Leviton app and was up and running in under 2 minutes. Since this is an appliance control (On/Off) and not a dimming module like the other module Leviton sells, I decided to use this to turn on my coffee maker every morning. Setting a schedule to do this in the My Leviton is SUPER simple. I look forward to having my coffee waiting for me every morning! Lastly, I set up Alexa control for the switch. Like most Alexa skills, you just add it in the smart home section of the app, enter your My Leviton credentials, and you are ready to go. Now whenever I want to turn the switch on or off all I have to do is ask Alexa to turn what I named the switch on or off. Wohoo! Thank you Leviton for making such an easy to use product!

With the free leviton app, this unit is awesome. I use it to control some exterior lighting that i have automatically turn on 15 minutes after sunset and turn off at midnight. Really, really slick and easy to use. Great unit