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Zooz ZEN25 Double Plug Review

July 2, 2019

Looking for a Z-Wave based power outlet to control a lamp or appliance? Need energy monitoring? Want to strengthen your Z-Wave network in the process with a repeater? This Zooz ZEN25 Double Plug review showcases a new Z-Wave based plug from Zooz that could fit your needs. The Zooz ZEN25 is available from Amazon and … [Read more…]

Zooz ZSE29 Z-Wave Outdoor Motion Sensor Review

July 1, 2019May 28, 2019

I recently wanted to overhaul my outdoor lighting. I wanted for all my outdoor lighting to be dimmed around dusk, so that my house was accented but not be too bright. But if any motion happened around the house, I wanted all the lights to go full brightness for some added security. Last week I reviewed the ZEN22 dimmer switch that can control lighting. This week I’ve got the Zooz ZSE29 Z-Wave Outdoor Motion Sensor to sense when motion occurs around my property.

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Zooz ZEN22 Z-Wave Dimmer Switch Review

May 21, 2019

If you’re just getting into smart home tech, lighting is a great place to get your feet wet. If you’re looking to start investing in Z-Wave for your lighting setup, the Zooz ZEN22 Z-Wave Dimmer Switch could be your answer. I replaced a switch in my garage to the ZEN22 to automate my outdoor lighting at night. In today’s review, I look at the features of the switch, installation process, and integration with Home Assistant. The ZEN22 switch is available at Amazon and The Smartest House.

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Zooz Z-Wave Plus Power Strip Review and Setup

November 26, 2018

Today I’ve got another Z-Wave product from Zooz that I’m trying out and setting up. It’s the Zooz Z-Wave Plus Power Strip (ZEN20) that features 5 outlet ports and 2 USB ports. I’ll be setting up the device in Home Assitant in our nursery to control a lamp, white noise machine, and humidifier. My goal … [Read more…]