{"id":4385,"date":"2020-01-17T21:44:47","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T21:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thesmartcave.com\/?p=4385"},"modified":"2023-11-01T22:11:46","modified_gmt":"2023-11-01T22:11:46","slug":"best-heavy-duty-smart-switch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thesmartcave.com\/best-heavy-duty-smart-switch\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Smart Switches for Heavy Duty Loads"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Your average smart switch can only handle somewhere between 10 and 15 amps of electrical current. That&#8217;s fine for switching a few lamps or even a coffee maker. But if you want to do some heavy duty switching (for example, an electric garage heater or a pool pump), you&#8217;ll need more power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1 uagb-toc__collapse uagb-block-5cfc135f     \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTable Of Contents\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#4-top-heavy-duty-smart-switches\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">4 Top Heavy Duty Smart Switches<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#what-to-look-for\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">What to look for<\/a><ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#load-capacity\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Load Capacity<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#room-for-thick-wires\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Room for thick wires<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#weather-protection\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Weather protection<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#signal-strength\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Signal strength<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#wireless-protocol\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Wireless protocol<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#manual-override\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Manual override<\/a><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#voltage\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Voltage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#final-thoughts\" class=\"uagb-toc-link__trigger\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/ul><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<p><div id=\"footable_parent_6949\"\n         class=\" footable_parent ninja_table_wrapper loading_ninja_table wp_table_data_press_parent semantic_ui \">\n                <table data-ninja_table_instance=\"ninja_table_instance_0\" data-footable_id=\"6949\" data-filter-delay=\"1000\" aria-label=\"Best Heavy Duty Smart Switches\"            id=\"footable_6949\"\n           data-unique_identifier=\"ninja_table_unique_id_450128707_6949\"\n           class=\" foo-table ninja_footable foo_table_6949 ninja_table_unique_id_450128707_6949 ui table  nt_type_legacy_table selectable vertical_centered  footable-paging-right ninjatable_hide_header_row ninja_table_search_disabled ninja_table_pro\">\n                <colgroup>\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_0 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_1 \">\n                            <col class=\"ninja_column_2 \">\n                    <\/colgroup>\n        <thead>\n<tr class=\"footable-header\">\n                                                        <th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_0 ninja_clmn_nm_thumbnail \">Thumbnail<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_1 ninja_clmn_nm_description \">Description<\/th><th scope=\"col\"  class=\"ninja_column_2 ninja_clmn_nm_cta \">CTA<\/th><\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n\n        <tr data-row_id=\"0\" class=\"ninja_table_row_0 nt_row_id_0\">\n            <td><a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B00YTCZZF0\" data-aawp-product-id=\"2244\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"thesmartcave-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40-Amp Indoor\/Outdoor Metal Box Smart Switch Direct Wire 120-277VAC for Pools Pumps Patio Lights AC Units Electric Water Heaters Gray Z-Wave Hub Required 14285\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00YTCZZF0?tag=thesmartcave-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40-Amp Indoor\/Outdoor Metal Box Smart Switch, Direct Wire, 120-277VAC, for Pools, Pumps, Patio Lights, AC Units, Electric Water Heaters, Gray, Z-Wave Hub Required, 14285\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41VHbUyg3yL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40-Amp Indoor\/Outdoor Metal Box Smart Switch, Direct Wire, 120-277VAC, for Pools, Pumps, Patio Lights, AC Units, Electric Water Heaters, Gray, Z-Wave Hub Required, 14285\" \/><\/a><\/td><td><div style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #d2edff; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #80BFEA; padding: 5px;\"><span style=\"color: #0170b9; padding: 5px 10px;\">Best Overall<\/span><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO\" style=\"display: block; font-weight: bold; font-size: 24px; color: #000000; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.color='#B94A01';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.color='#000000';\">GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch<\/a><p style=\"opacity: 0.85; margin-top: 10px;\">Robust enclosure and terminals for long lasting performance<\/p><\/td><td><div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO\" style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #b94a01; color: white; font-weight: bold; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #8B2500; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#FF5733';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#B94A01';\">Shop Now<\/a><\/div><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"1\" class=\"ninja_table_row_1 nt_row_id_1\">\n            <td><a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B08VS7SRHN\" data-aawp-product-id=\"2245\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"thesmartcave-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer Outdoor Indoor Smart Switch 40 AMP 2HP 120 240 277 VAC Heavy Duty Pool Controller Light Timer Box for Pool Pump Water Heater Spa Powerful Electrical Appliances\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08VS7SRHN?tag=thesmartcave-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Indoor Smart Switch, 40 AMP, 2HP, 120, 240, 277 VAC, Heavy Duty Pool Controller Light Timer Box for Pool Pump, Water Heater, Spa, Powerful Electrical Appliances\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41J4Cd6qRES._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Indoor Smart Switch, 40 AMP, 2HP, 120, 240, 277 VAC, Heavy Duty Pool Controller Light Timer Box for Pool Pump, Water Heater, Spa, Powerful Electrical Appliances\" \/><\/a><\/td><td><div style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #d2edff; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #80BFEA; padding: 5px;\"><span style=\"color: #0170b9; padding: 5px 10px;\">Best Value<\/span><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ\" style=\"display: block; font-weight: bold; font-size: 24px; color: #000000; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.color='#B94A01';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.color='#000000';\">Suraielec WiFi 40A Smart Switch<\/a><p style=\"opacity: 0.85; margin-top: 10px;\">Low cost, easy connectivity, and widespread compatibility<\/p><\/td><td><div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ\" style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #b94a01; color: white; font-weight: bold; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #8B2500; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#FF5733';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#B94A01';\">Shop Now<\/a><\/div><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"2\" class=\"ninja_table_row_2 nt_row_id_2\">\n            <td><a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B00MBIRF5W\" data-aawp-product-id=\"2246\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"thesmartcave-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch Z-Wave Plus Home Security ON\/OFF controller 40 amps record electricity consumption\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00MBIRF5W?tag=thesmartcave-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch, Z-Wave Plus Home Security ON\/OFF controller, 40 amps record electricity consumption\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31W-oFUl1TS._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch, Z-Wave Plus Home Security ON\/OFF controller, 40 amps record electricity consumption\" \/><\/a><\/td><td><div style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #d2edff; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #80BFEA; padding: 5px;\"><span style=\"color: #0170b9; padding: 5px 10px;\">Best for Long Range<\/span><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10\" style=\"display: block; font-weight: bold; font-size: 24px; color: #000000; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.color='#B94A01';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.color='#000000';\">Aeotec Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch<\/a><p style=\"opacity: 0.85; margin-top: 10px;\">Long range Z-Wave antenna is ideal for large properties<\/p><\/td><td><div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10\" style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #b94a01; color: white; font-weight: bold; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #8B2500; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#FF5733';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#B94A01';\">Shop Now<\/a><\/div><\/td>        <\/tr>\n            <tr data-row_id=\"3\" class=\"ninja_table_row_3 nt_row_id_3\">\n            <td><a  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B07THD8VBN\" data-aawp-product-id=\"2247\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"thesmartcave-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box Heavy Duty 50A Resistive 120VAC 40A 5HP Wireless Pump Control Timer Switch Compatible with Smart Phone Alexa Google Home IFTTT UL Listed\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07THD8VBN?tag=thesmartcave-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1\" title=\"Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box, Heavy Duty 50A Resistive 120VAC 40A 5HP Wireless Pump Control Timer Switch, Compatible with Smart Phone, Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT UL Listed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/417hWLLxocL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box, Heavy Duty 50A Resistive 120VAC 40A 5HP Wireless Pump Control Timer Switch, Compatible with Smart Phone, Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT UL Listed\" \/><\/a><\/td><td><div style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #d2edff; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #80BFEA; padding: 5px;\"><span style=\"color: #0170b9; padding: 5px 10px;\">Best for MORE Power<\/span><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J\" style=\"display: block; font-weight: bold; font-size: 24px; color: #000000; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.color='#B94A01';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.color='#000000';\">Migro WiFi 50A Smart Switch<\/a><p style=\"opacity: 0.85; margin-top: 10px;\">Modular design allows you to swap components<\/p><\/td><td><div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J\" style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #b94a01; color: white; font-weight: bold; padding: 8px 16px; border-radius: 5px; box-shadow: 1px 1px 3px #8B2500; text-decoration: none; margin-top: 10px;\" onmouseover=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#FF5733';\" onmouseout=\"this.style.backgroundColor='#B94A01';\">Shop Now<\/a><\/div><\/td>        <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody><!--ninja_tobody_rendering_done-->\n    <\/table>\n                    <style type=\"text\/css\" id='ninja_table_custom_css_6949'>\n                        #footable_6949  {\n    font-family: inherit;\n    font-size: 14px;\n    }\n\n\n#footable_parent_6949 {\r\n    border: 5px solid #0170B9;\r\n    border-radius: 3px;\r\n    box-shadow: 2px 2px 5px #0170B9;\r\n    \r\n}                <\/style>\n                \n    \n    \n<\/div>\n <!-- Best Heavy Duty Smart Switches List --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 Top Heavy Duty Smart Switches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It took some digging, but I found several smart switches that can handle heavy loads available on Amazon. Most of these switches are marketed for the purpose of controlling pool pumps\/heaters\/lights. However, you can use them for whatever purpose you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full disclosure<\/strong>: I started researching these products because I wanted to add smart control to my electric garage heater. However, instead of buying one of these finished products, I decided to go the DIY route (<a href=\"http:\/\/thesmartcave.com\/how-to-make-smart-garage-heater\/\">see my step-by-step tutorial<\/a>). <\/p>\n\n\n<p><div class=\"affiliatable-accordion-sorting\"><div id=\"product-420571\" class=\"cg-box-accord-one  cg-blue\"  data-accord-ui=\"two\"><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-row\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-img-col\"><div class=\"cg-row-number\">1<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO?track=Enbrighten+Z-Wave+Plus+40-Amp+Indoor%2FOutdoor+Metal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"cg-aff-link cg-tbl-img\" data-post-title=\"GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch\" data-aff-link=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO?track=Enbrighten+Z-Wave+Plus+40-Amp+Indoor%2FOutdoor+Metal\" data-post-type=\"accordion-box\" data-post-id=\"218770\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41VHbUyg3yL._SL500_.jpg\" class=\"cg-img-1\" alt=\"GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch\" style=\"transform:scale(1.4)\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-desc-col\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-ribbon\"><small>Best Overall<\/small><\/div><h3><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO?track=Enbrighten+Z-Wave+Plus+40-Amp+Indoor%2FOutdoor+Metal' class='cg-table-title cg-aff-link' data-post-id='218770' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO?track=Enbrighten+Z-Wave+Plus+40-Amp+Indoor%2FOutdoor+Metal' data-post-title='GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"cg-tbl-ul\"><p>-40A Resistive current rating<br \/>-120V-277V operating voltage<br \/>-Z-Wave, repeater<br \/>-Supports energy monitoring<br \/>-NEMA-3R lockable metal enclosure<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-btn-col\"><span class=\"cta-copy\"><span class='cta-copy'><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO?track=Enbrighten+Z-Wave+Plus+40-Amp+Indoor%2FOutdoor+Metal' class='cg-one-button cg-btn   cg-aff-link ' data-post-id='218770' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/co4lZrO?track=Enbrighten+Z-Wave+Plus+40-Amp+Indoor%2FOutdoor+Metal' data-style='default' data-post-title='GE Enbrighten Z-Wave Plus 40A Smart Switch' data-extra='' style='--cg-theme-color:#B94A01' target='_blank' rel='nofollow' >Check Price<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items cg-box-accord-content\"><div class=\"cg-text\"><p>This GE Z-Wave switch and enclosure is the most rugged of the switches I found.<\/p><p>The electronics of the GE switch are housed inside a weatherproof (NEMA 3R) lockable metal enclosure. It has a manual override switch on the outside of the enclosure. The wire terminals are robust and built for low gauge wiring. There's plenty of room to route wires and hook up more than one device if necessary.<\/p><p>Since it is Z-Wave, you will need a Z-Wave hub to control it remotely. Z-Wave is an excellent protocol for people that are serious about home automation, but the hubs don't come cheap. Therefore, if you're a more casual smart home user, you are probably better off with one of the WiFi based switches.<\/p><p>Using your Z-Wave hub, you can remotely turn the switch on\/off, set schedules, and monitor energy usage. The device acts as a Z-Wave repeater and the external antenna is capable of transmitting the Z-Wave signal up to 150 feet.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"product-box-pros-cons\"><div class=\"cg-pc-box-two\"><div class=\"cg-pc-row\"><div class=\"cg-item-pros   cg-green \" ><div class=\"cg-pros-name\">Pros<\/div><ul><li>Rugged, lockable metal enclosure stands up to weather and punishment<\/li><li>External manual override switch allows for emergency shutoff without opening the case<\/li><li>Z-Wave repeater feature helps to extend your Z-Wave network<\/li><li>When the case is opened, a plastic guard protects live contacts from accidental touch<\/li><li>Supports energy monitoring if your Z-Wave hub also supports it<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"cg-item-cons   cg-red \" ><div class=\"cg-cons-name\">Cons<\/div><ul><li>Requires a Z-Wave hub (not for casual users)<\/li><li>Expensive<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <!-- GE Enbrighten Plus Heavy Duty Smart Switch --><\/p>\n\n\n<p><div class=\"affiliatable-accordion-sorting\"><div id=\"product-420620\" class=\"cg-box-accord-one  cg-blue\"  data-accord-ui=\"two\"><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-row\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-img-col\"><div class=\"cg-row-number\">1<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ?track=Suraielec+WiFi+Pool+Timer%2C+Outdoor+Indoor+Smart+Sw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"cg-aff-link cg-tbl-img\" data-post-title=\"Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Smart Switch\" data-aff-link=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ?track=Suraielec+WiFi+Pool+Timer%2C+Outdoor+Indoor+Smart+Sw\" data-post-type=\"accordion-box\" data-post-id=\"218807\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41J4Cd6qRES._SL500_.jpg\" class=\"cg-img-1\" alt=\"Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Smart Switch\" style=\"transform:scale(1.4)\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-desc-col\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-ribbon\"><small>Best Value<\/small><\/div><h3><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ?track=Suraielec+WiFi+Pool+Timer%2C+Outdoor+Indoor+Smart+Sw' class='cg-table-title cg-aff-link' data-post-id='218807' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ?track=Suraielec+WiFi+Pool+Timer%2C+Outdoor+Indoor+Smart+Sw' data-post-title='Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Smart Switch' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Smart Switch<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"cg-tbl-ul\"><p>-40A resistive current rating<br \/>-120V-277V operating voltage<br \/>-NEMA 3R enclosure<br \/>-UL, ETL listed<br \/>-uses WiFi with Tuya Smart Life app<br \/>-compatible with Alexa, Google, and IFTTT<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-btn-col\"><span class=\"cta-copy\"><span class='cta-copy'><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ?track=Suraielec+WiFi+Pool+Timer%2C+Outdoor+Indoor+Smart+Sw' class='cg-one-button cg-btn   cg-aff-link ' data-post-id='218807' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/g60MZ?track=Suraielec+WiFi+Pool+Timer%2C+Outdoor+Indoor+Smart+Sw' data-style='default' data-post-title='Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Smart Switch' data-extra='' style='--cg-theme-color:#B94A01' target='_blank' rel='nofollow' >Check Price<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items cg-box-accord-content\"><div class=\"cg-text\"><p>This Suraielec smart switch is one of the best bargain options for heavy duty outdoor applications.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The 40A capacity switch is housed in a tough, lockable, outdoor rated (NEMA 3R) ABS enclosure.&nbsp;<\/p><p>It uses WiFi and the Tuya Smart Life app to connect to your smart home, so you don't need any extras to get this working. You can use the app to easily setup timers, schedules, or setup other automations.<\/p><p>For even more automation capability, the switch is compatible with Alexa, Google Home, and IFTTT via the Smart Life app.<\/p><p>If you've never heard of Suraielec, you're not alone. They are one of those sketchy brands that exist only on Amazon. However, they've been around for a couple years and seem to have built a decent reputation. You can find other smart switches nearly identical to this one but sold under other brand names (DEWENWILS and BN-LINK are two popular ones). The reason I listed the Suraielec product here rather than the other ones is simply because their Amazon product pages are more detailed and professional looking.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"product-box-pros-cons\"><div class=\"cg-pc-box-two\"><div class=\"cg-pc-row\"><div class=\"cg-item-pros   cg-green \" ><div class=\"cg-pros-name\">Pros<\/div><ul><li>Uses WiFi for easy connectivity<\/li><li>Uses Tuya Smart Life for widespread compatibility<\/li><li>Low cost<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"cg-item-cons   cg-red \" ><div class=\"cg-cons-name\">Cons<\/div><ul><li>Sketchy brand<\/li><li>No option for local control<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <!-- Suraielec WiFi Pool Timer, Outdoor Smart Switch --><\/p>\n\n\n<p><div class=\"affiliatable-accordion-sorting\"><div id=\"product-420585\" class=\"cg-box-accord-one  cg-blue\"  data-accord-ui=\"two\"><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-row\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-img-col\"><div class=\"cg-row-number\">1<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10?track=Aeotec+Heavy+Duty+Smart+Switch%2C+Z-Wave+Plus+Home+S\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"cg-aff-link cg-tbl-img\" data-post-title=\"Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch\" data-aff-link=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10?track=Aeotec+Heavy+Duty+Smart+Switch%2C+Z-Wave+Plus+Home+S\" data-post-type=\"accordion-box\" data-post-id=\"218781\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31W-oFUl1TS._SL500_.jpg\" class=\"cg-img-1\" alt=\"Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch\" style=\"transform:scale(1.4)\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-desc-col\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-ribbon\"><small>Best for Long Range<\/small><\/div><h3><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10?track=Aeotec+Heavy+Duty+Smart+Switch%2C+Z-Wave+Plus+Home+S' class='cg-table-title cg-aff-link' data-post-id='218781' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10?track=Aeotec+Heavy+Duty+Smart+Switch%2C+Z-Wave+Plus+Home+S' data-post-title='Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"cg-tbl-ul\"><p>-40A resistive current rating<br \/>-220V operating voltage<br \/>-Supports energy monitoring<br \/>-Z-Wave<br \/>-Long range antenna<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-btn-col\"><span class=\"cta-copy\"><span class='cta-copy'><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10?track=Aeotec+Heavy+Duty+Smart+Switch%2C+Z-Wave+Plus+Home+S' class='cg-one-button cg-btn   cg-aff-link ' data-post-id='218781' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/ZZ10?track=Aeotec+Heavy+Duty+Smart+Switch%2C+Z-Wave+Plus+Home+S' data-style='default' data-post-title='Aeotec Heavy Duty Smart Switch' data-extra='' style='--cg-theme-color:#B94A01' target='_blank' rel='nofollow' >Check Price<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items cg-box-accord-content\"><div class=\"cg-text\"><p>This heavy duty smart switch from Aetoec is rated for 40 amps and comes inside an IP54 enclosure. It uses the Z-Wave protocol and comes with a special long range antenna. Using your Z-Wave application, you can remotely switch the power on\/off, set schedules, and also monitor power consumption.<\/p><p>The big selling point of this device is the Z-Wave Plus radio with a long range antenna (up to 490 feet). This has the longest range of the heavy duty switches I found. Additionally, the switch acts as a Z-Wave repeater, so it could be a great way to help extend your Z-Wave network to more remote areas of your property.&nbsp;<\/p><p>The enclosure is smaller and not as robust as the GE switch. Low gauge wires required by 30-40 amp loads may be difficult to work with due to limited space, especially if you want to connect more than one device.<\/p><p>Like the GE switch, it includes a manual switch , but this one is on the inside of the enclosure. So, in order to use it, you'll have to open the enclosure.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"product-box-pros-cons\"><div class=\"cg-pc-box-two\"><div class=\"cg-pc-row\"><div class=\"cg-item-pros   cg-green \" ><div class=\"cg-pros-name\">Pros<\/div><ul><li>Long range antenna extends range to nearly 500 feet<\/li><li>Extends your Z-Wave network to remote parts of your property<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"cg-item-cons   cg-red \" ><div class=\"cg-cons-name\">Cons<\/div><ul><li>Flimsy plastic enclosure makes me question its durability<\/li><li>Small terminals with plastic hold downs not made for heavy gauge wires<\/li><li>Requires Z-Wave hub (not for casual users)<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <!-- Aeotec Heavy Duty smart switch --><\/p>\n\n\n<p><div class=\"affiliatable-accordion-sorting\"><div id=\"product-420595\" class=\"cg-box-accord-one  cg-blue\"  data-accord-ui=\"two\"><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-row\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-img-col\"><div class=\"cg-row-number\">1<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J?track=Migro+Outdoor+Smart+Wi-Fi+Outlet+Box%2C+Heavy+Duty+5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" class=\"cg-aff-link cg-tbl-img\" data-post-title=\"Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box\" data-aff-link=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J?track=Migro+Outdoor+Smart+Wi-Fi+Outlet+Box%2C+Heavy+Duty+5\" data-post-type=\"accordion-box\" data-post-id=\"218791\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/417hWLLxocL._SL500_.jpg\" class=\"cg-img-1\" alt=\"Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box\" style=\"transform:scale(1.4)\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-desc-col\"><div class=\"cg-tbl-ribbon\"><small>More Switching Power<\/small><\/div><h3><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J?track=Migro+Outdoor+Smart+Wi-Fi+Outlet+Box%2C+Heavy+Duty+5' class='cg-table-title cg-aff-link' data-post-id='218791' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J?track=Migro+Outdoor+Smart+Wi-Fi+Outlet+Box%2C+Heavy+Duty+5' data-post-title='Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box' target='_blank' rel='nofollow'>Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"cg-tbl-ul\"><p>-50A Resistive current rating, 40A inductive<br \/>-120V operating voltage (240V also available)<br \/>-Weather resistant enclosure<br \/>-WiFi connectivity (uses WeLink app)<br \/>-Compatible with Alexa<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-tbl-btn-col\"><span class=\"cta-copy\"><span class='cta-copy'><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J?track=Migro+Outdoor+Smart+Wi-Fi+Outlet+Box%2C+Heavy+Duty+5' class='cg-one-button cg-btn   cg-aff-link ' data-post-id='218791' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/Nw4J?track=Migro+Outdoor+Smart+Wi-Fi+Outlet+Box%2C+Heavy+Duty+5' data-style='default' data-post-title='Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box' data-extra='' style='--cg-theme-color:#B94A01' target='_blank' rel='nofollow' >Check Price (120V)<\/a><a href='https:\/\/geni.us\/g6GbFBO' class='cg-second-button cg-btn   cg-aff-link ' data-post-id='218791' data-post-type='accordion-box' data-aff-link='https:\/\/geni.us\/g6GbFBO' data-post-title='Migro Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box' data-style='default' data-extra='' style='--cg-theme-color:#B94A01' target='_blank' rel='nofollow' >Check Price (240V)<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items cg-box-accord-content\"><div class=\"cg-text\"><p>The Migro switch is basically a Sonoff switch wired to a contactor and placed in a waterproof enclosure. If you are mildly handy, you could buy the parts and make this in an afternoon. Or, you could just buy it from Migro and save yourself some time. Either way, it makes for a quality and heavy duty smart switch setup.<\/p><p>The Migro switches come in two different versions for supply voltage: one works with 120V and one works with 240V.<\/p><p>In addition, the Migro switches feature a modular design that allows you to \"easily\" swap the contactor for a higher capacity contactor (up to 100A) in case you need more switching power.<\/p><p>It uses WiFi and connects through the eWeLink (same as Sonoff) app. I would prefer to just use Smart Life because adding an additional app to my phone for one smart device is annoying. That said, I have been using the Sonoff devices with the eWeLink app for years and I have never had any problems.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"cg-box-accord-items\"><div class=\"product-box-pros-cons\"><div class=\"cg-pc-box-two\"><div class=\"cg-pc-row\"><div class=\"cg-item-pros   cg-green \" ><div class=\"cg-pros-name\">Pros<\/div><ul><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50A resistive current rating is more than all the other options<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modular design lets you easily replace components to increase the capacity even more (up to 100A)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"cg-item-cons   cg-red \" ><div class=\"cg-cons-name\">Cons<\/div><ul><li>Uses the less common eWeLink app<\/li><li>Nearly as expensive as the GE switch<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <!-- Migro Outdoor Heavy Duty Smart Switch --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to look for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might think that a switch is so simple that any one will do. But for heavy duty applications, there&#8217;s a few features that can make the difference between a long-lasting solution, and a piece of junk that gets replaced in 3 months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Load Capacity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Standard smart switches can only handle at most 15 Amps. The switches I found can handle up to 40A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Room for thick wires<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wires for heavy duty applications need to be thick. The low gauge, stiff wires can be difficult to route in small spaces. Therefore, ample room to work inside the enclosure can be a big plus, especially if you need to connect more than one device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weather protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lots of applications for these switches require installation outdoors or near water. Therefore, a waterproof enclosure is ideal. Of course, &#8220;waterproof&#8221; doesn&#8217;t always mean waterproof so enclosures are rated using the NEMA and IP systems. For example, the GE switch below is rated NEMA 3R and the Aeotec switch is rated IP44.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signal strength<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The use for these switches is often outdoors or in a garage which means it might be far from your smart home network&#8217;s range. If you plan on needing a long range with your switch, the Aeotec switch advertises the longest range with up to 500ft (line of sight).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wireless protocol<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As with any smart home device, the smart switch needs to communicate wirelessly with your smart home network. Of the switches listed below, two <a href=\"http:\/\/thesmartcave.com\/z-wave-vs-zigbee-home-automation\/\">use Z-Wave<\/a> which requires a Z-Wave compatible hub (like Samsung SmartThings). The other three use WiFi which only requires a standard home WiFi router.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manual override<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many smart switches include a button on the switch that lets you manually switch the load on\/off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The GE switch has a button conveniently located on the outside of the enclosure. The others have one too, but its on the inside of the enclosure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Voltage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the US, a standard household outlet voltage is 120V, but most heavy loads use 240V. Some industrial locations use 277V\/480V. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each switch I found can be used with 120-277VAC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The GE switch has a high-quality enclosure and robust components. It&#8217;s a better Z-Wave option than the Aeotec if you need to install multiple devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For long range applications, the Aeotec is tops, but its questionable build quality may make for a difficult installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Migro is the best option for WiFi. The option to easily upgrade to higher output makes it ideal for loads greater than 40 Amps. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your average smart switch can only handle somewhere between 10 and 15 amps of electrical current. That&#8217;s fine for switching a few lamps or even a coffee maker. 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