I’ve been trying to find an inexpensive smart plug that is also a repeater/extender. From my understanding, the more repeaters, the better for the mesh network. I see many using cheap WiFi based plugs but it seems to be better to go with zwave or zigbee, correct? Anyone know of a solid inexpensiv…

[image] tuffloud1: It’s strange that the pdf document on Lowes regarding the 3210-L model doesn’t say anything about Zwave, only Zigbee. It seems they are missing out on a major selling point by not marketing the Zwave repeater aspect. So if I purchase 3210-L, it is certain that it will have t…

I use the Z-Wave plug from Neo CoolCam. Available in different pin layout (US/EU/AU). Cheap on AliExpress. Check for the proper frequency! [image] Washer Dryer Monitoring webCoRE I have a Z-Wave power plug from Neo CoolCam. They measure, voltage, current, power used. W…

Thanks for all the info everyone. What do you all recommend for a reliable wireless window contact?

[image] tuffloud1: Thanks for all the info everyone. What do you all recommend for a reliable wireless window contact? Depends on your exact needs including your budget. It’s hard to beat the Sensative strips but they are much more expensive than most of the others. Have you had a chance t…

What is the difference between the 3210-L and the 3210-L2?

[image] tuffloud1: What is the difference between the 3210-L and the 3210-L2? New model line. [image] New iris contact sensor model? (-L2) Connected Things Does anyone know the difference between the two iris contact sensors for sale at lowes.com (besides the price…

Anyone have issues with the L2 plug? Or should I just get the L?

Very cheap and reliable are the Xiaomi Aqara door-/windowsensors on Gearbest Gearbest Aqara door sensor They use the Zigbee protocol. Max of 32 Zigbee items.

[image] benerkens: Very cheap and reliable are the Xiaomi Aqara door-/windowsensors on Gearbest would not recommend these if you are starting out.

I purchased the Iris Plug and published the code into my IDE. It is still discovered as a “thing” and just says “please wait”. I’m a little lost here, can someone let me know what to do? I followed the instructions that JDRoberts posted above.

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New model line.

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