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Best Smart Lighting Solutions by Use Case

If you're searching for the best smart switches, dimmers, and plugs, the answer often depends on your specific application. Instead of a one-size-fits-all recommendation, the better approach is to match the right product to the right use case.

The Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi portfolio offers a wide range of solutions designed to fit real-world needs—from renters and retrofits to advanced lighting systems.

Below, we break down the best options by scenario.

Best Smart Plug for Renters
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug-In Switch (D215P)

For renters, flexibility is key. The Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Plug-In Switch (D215P) delivers app control, scheduling, and voice compatibility without requiring any wiring changes.  Ready to move?  Just take the device with you to your new home.

Best Smart Plug for Lamps
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Mini Plug-In Dimmer (D23LP)

The Leviton Mini Plug-In Dimmer (D23LP) adds dimming capability to lamps, enabling better ambiance control and energy savings.  Excellent for table lamps, floor lamps, hanging pendant lamps, and more to dim and brighten for just the right mood.  Dim for movie time, bright for reading your book.  Off (or 10% illumination) for bedtime.


Best Smart Dimmer for LED Lighting
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi 600W Dimmer (D36HD)

The D36HD Smart Dimmer provides advanced dimming performance with strong compatibility across LED bulbs, making it ideal for whole-home applications.  Plus, it’s really shallow, meaning it’s easier to install in existing homes – like the one you’re in right now!

Best Smart Switch for Replacing Timers
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Switch (D315S)

The D315S Smart Switch replaces traditional timers with scheduling, automation, and remote control through the My Leviton app.  Many people simply want their front porch light to come on at dusk and off at dawn, and the D315S accomplishes that with ease using sunrise and sunset automation.


Best No-Neutral Smart Switch for Older Homes
Leviton Decora Smart No-Neutral Switch (DN15S)

The DN15S delivers full smart functionality in homes without a neutral wire, expanding upgrade possibilities in older properties.  Simply pair with a MLWSB Wi-Fi Bridge to connect your no-neutral device to the internet.

Best No-Neutral Smart Dimmer for Older Homes
Leviton Decora Smart No-Neutral Dimmer (DN6HD)

The DN6HD provides smooth dimming performance without a neutral wire, making it ideal for retrofit projects.  You do still need a ground wire, but this dimmer is excellent for old homes.  Pair up to 25 Smart Dimmers with a MLWSB Wi-Fi Bridge.


Best Smart Dimmer for Under-Cabinet & Low Voltage Lighting
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi ELV Dimmer (D2ELV)

The D2ELV is designed for low-voltage applications, including under-cabinet lighting, delivering precise dimming control.  Whether it’s underneath the kitchen cabinets, lighting the stairs, toe-kick, track, recessed, accent lighting or any application with electronic low voltage (ELV) fixtures – this smart dimmer has you covered.

Best Smart Dimmer for 0–10V Lighting
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi 0-10V Dimmer (D2710)

With support for 0–10V control, the D2ELV is also ideal for advanced and commercial lighting systems.  Leviton’s D2710 Smart Dimmer controls 0-10V loads including Mark 7 Fluorescent Ballasts and LED fixtures/Electronic Ballasts.


Best Smart Motion Sensor for Hands-Free Control
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Motion Sensing Dimmer (D2MSD)

The D2MSD Motion Sensing Dimmer enables automatic lighting based on occupancy for convenience and efficiency, great when your hands are full.  The motion sensor will even turn the lights off for you after you leave, making it great for kids rooms, pantries, hallways, closets, basements and more.

Best Outdoor Smart Plug
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug-In Switch (D215O)

The D215O Outdoor Plug is weather-resistant and ideal for patios, landscape lighting, and seasonal applications.  This is the best smart plug for controlling string lights and holiday lights, decorations like inflatables, fountain pumps, aquarium pumps, outdoor fans, and other small electronics or appliances.


Best Smart Switch for Ceiling Fans
Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Fan Speed Control (D24SF)

The D24SF provides dedicated smart control for ceiling fan speed and operation.  Stop guessing the fan speed using a pull chain and instead ask your voice assistant to set it to Max.  Leviton’s Fan Speed Controller does the work for you and can even schedule it to turn on in the home gym in the morning or the sunroom in the afternoon heat.

Best Wireless Smart Light Switch
Leviton Decora Smart Anywhere Switch Companion (DAWSC)

The DAWSC allows wireless control without new wiring, making it ideal for difficult-to-access locations.  Add an extra switch where you need it, like the other side of the doorway or across the room.  You can pair this to any single Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi device – meaning you could control a switch from across the room – or the ceiling fan, smart plug, or any other smart lighting control device. 


Best Wire-Free Smart Dimmer Switch
Leviton Decora Smart Anywhere Dimmer Companion (DAWDC)

The DAWDC provides wire-free dimming control with flexible placement.  Just like the Anywhere Switch, but now you can dim and brighten overhead lights and lamps or even adjust the ceiling fan speed.  Use the sticky-tape to mount to the wall, or use the included screws for an electrical wallbox.  No new wires required – put it where you want.

Best Lighting Control System Keypad
Leviton Decora Smart Scene Controller (D2SCS)

The D2SCS Scene Controller enables multi-device control and lighting scenes from a single interface.  Easy to install, also - replace your existing light switch to add smart home control with 3 custom scene buttons like Movie Time, All Off, Away Mode, and more.  Turn individual devices on/off, adjust rooms or the whole house with one button press.


Best Keypad for Sonos Control
Leviton Decora Smart Scene Controller with Sonos Integration (DS4KS)

With Sonos integration, the D2SCS allows seamless control of both lighting and audio from one keypad.  Play, pause, adjust tracks, and still control the light fixture that this smart switch is wired to.  Just use the DS4KS Sonos Faceplate, available in White, Black, Gray, Light Almond, Ivory, and Brown.  Or custom engrave buttons with your favorite scenes.


Best Smart Switch Brand for Multiple Color Options
Leviton Decora Smart

Leviton offers one of the widest selections of color options, making it easy to match any design aesthetic.  Whether you want black, gray, ivory, light almond, brown, or white – it’s easy to update at any time using a color change kit. 

Best Brand for Matter Smart Homes
Leviton

Leviton offers one of the widest selections of color options, making it easy to match any design aesthetic.  Whether you want black, gray, ivory, light almond, brown, or white – it’s easy to update at any time using a color change kit. 


Best Smart Lighting App
My Leviton App

The My Leviton app brings all devices together, enabling scheduling, automation, remote control, and energy awareness.

Best Rooms to Install Smart Light Switches

A smart switch makes sense for your front porch, so you never have to fiddle with a timer or come home to a dark entryway.  Smart dimmers are best in kitchens, dining rooms, bedrooms, and other common areas.  Motion sensing smart dimmers are ideal for hallways, pantries, closets, and other rooms where you might forget to turn the lights off or want hands-free control.   Smart plugs are great for living rooms, garages, and even outside.  You can’t go wrong sprinkling a few devices around your home now and adding more later


Conclusion

The best smart lighting solution isn’t about a single product—it’s about choosing the right solution for each application. All devices work great with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Samsung SmartThings, Google Home, and other eco-systems via cloud or Matter connectivity.  With a full lineup of switches, dimmers, plugs, and controllers, Leviton makes it easy to build a smarter, more adaptable home.