Question 1

If i just want one of these in my house do i need the hub to make it work with homekit?

Accepted Answer

The (annoyingly expensive) NEEDS the Link Plus to work with anything smart, but if you want it as a dimmer switch, then they "work" solo - I'm actually removing mine as it overheats like a SOB and the lights occasionally turn on for a fraction of a second even when nothing has requested it...
If you want a brutally honest opinion, then AVOID THESE LIKE THE PLAGUE!!!

Question 2

Does it work with samsung smarthings?

Accepted Answer

Yes but only via the link plus module.

Question 3

will it work as a 2 way switch (3 gang) with another switch that isn't the same (dumb 3 gang on/off)?

Accepted Answer

I would probably wide them line in to this as switch with strippers from L1 and L2. Strappers into L1 and L2 of the 'dumb' switch and common out to ceiling rose or luminaire - simples!

If you're not sure about this, then perhaps best to get a sparky in to (gsi not diy) to comply with part P of the building regs.

Question 4

Does this work with Hue ambient GU10s

Accepted Answer

Not directly no, ie you can’t wire these directly to fittings with smart bulbs. However, if you have Apple HomeKit (using an iPad or Apple TV as a “Home Hub” and either (a) have  a neutral wire at the switch , or (b) buy a dimmer with an extra gang (eg 2 gang or more) with the first gang feeding regular bulbs, it is possible to use the dimmer as a remote control for Philips Hue bulbs (provided you have the Hue Bridge of course) or any other HomeKit compatible devices. However this is currently limited to on/off actions only, not dimming.

The Hue bulbs should be on a lighting circuit that is always on ( not switched using a light switch) so should probably have a separate isolation switch somewhere. Then in the Apple Home app you add the Lightwave dimmer and Hue bulbs as accessories. Finally you would add some automations to link the two using the Lightwave dimmer as the “trigger” to turn the bulbs on and off. Sounds complicated, and it does require 3 “hubs” (Lightwave, Apple, Hue) but it provides huge flexibility.

If you want a simpler but less flexible option (ie only works with Hue bulbs), maybe look at the Friends of Hue wireless switches (Niko, etc).

ASIN	B0BFX6KQB4
Actuator Type	Push Button
Best Sellers Rank	15,914 in DIY & Tools ( See Top 100 in DIY & Tools ) 168 in Switches & Dimmers
Brand	Lightwave
Circuit Type	1-way
Colour	Stainless Steel
Compatible Devices	Alexa, Google Assistant, HomeKit, iOS, Android
Connectivity Protocol	Wi-Fi
Connector Type	Screw
Contact Material	Stainless Steel
Contact Type	Normally Open
Control Method	Voice
Control Type	remote
Controller Type	Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant
Country Of Origin	China
Current Rating	1 Amps
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (104)
Included Components	LP21MK2, Optional 10mm Spacer, Mounting Screws
International Protection Rating	IP00
Item Dimensions	30 x 88 x 88 millimetres
Item Weight	0.19 Kilograms
Lower Temperature Rating	5 Degrees Celsius
Manufacturer	Lightwave RF
Manufacturer Part Number	LP21MK2
Material	Metal, Plastic
Model Number	LP21MK2
Mounting Type	Wall Mount
Number of Items	1
Number of Positions	1
Operating Voltage	230 Volts
Operation Mode	ON-OFF
Product Warranty	2 year manufacturer
Specification Met	CE, RoHS
Switch Type	Kill Switch
Terminal	SPST
Unit Count	1.0 count
Upper Temperature Rating	35 Degrees Celsius
Wattage	280 watts

LP21MK2 Smart Dimmer with Energy Monitoring, 1 Gang, Stainless Steel - Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, HomeKit. iOS & Android Compatible

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