Reddit mentions of Leviton DW15S-1BZ Decora Smart Wi-Fi 15A Universal LED/Incandescent Switch, Works with Amazon Alexa, No Hub Required,White

If you already have a wall switch, just replace it with a Wifi wall switch, or a Z-Wave one if you already have a smart hub.

WiFi wall switch example:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU9SH77/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_fYu3Db9GHH5F8

There’s no hazard per se by putting a WiFi switch in line with the physical switch, it’s just kind of limiting.

I use leviton all over. In single pole and 3/4 way applications. They don't require a hub either, which is nice. BTW, Both the regular and the dimmer have "Remote" switches that are needed for the 3 way applications.


I love these things.

Leviton DW15S-1BZ Decora Smart Wi-Fi 15A LED/Incandescent Switch, No Hub Required, Neutral Wire Required, Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU9SH77?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf


Leviton DW6HD-1BZ Decora Smart Wi-Fi 600W Incandescent/300W LED Dimmer, No Hub Required, Neutral Wire Required, Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NASBN1V?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

That switch requires a hub to work.

You may want a wifi-based switch so you don't need a hub:
https://www.amazon.com/Leviton-DW15S-1BZ-Universal-Incandescent-Required/dp/B01MU9SH77/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=wifi+light+switch&qid=1555530033&s=lamps-light&sr=1-2-spons&psc=1

Edit: I misread your post - you said you're OK with a hub. That opens a big door: Zigbee vs Z-wave vs Wifi vs others. I like Z-wave equipment - 900mhz radios, lots of equipment already out there, stable and reliable communication. Choosing a hub is a different story. Lots of choices, all of them have their ups and downs.

I know there are a lot of opinions out there... but in your case you could use the Wifi switches to get started, then integrate them with a home automation software at a later date (like OpenHAB or Home Assistant).

Here's a couple amazon links:

Leviton Wifi switch:
https://www.amazon.com/Leviton-DW15S-1BZ-Universal-Incandescent-Required/dp/B01MU9SH77

TP-Link Wifi switch:
https://www.amazon.com/TP-Link-Required-Fixtures-Anywhere-HS200/dp/B01EZV35QU

• Some fluorescent lights are not compatible with electronic switches such as that 7day timer. You could get flickering/strobing, be prepared for issues
  
• IF YOU WANT THE SIMPLEST SOLUTION~ Get a smart outlet [Levinton is a trusted brand, also Lutron]. Plug in a floor lamp, or mount a plug in wall sconce -into the smart outlet. Then you can easily control the lamp with your phone, program it to your liking. Read the fine print carefully, see what programming options are available with the device you choose. NO WIRING NEEDED
  
• IF YOU WANT A SIMPLE PREMIUM SOLUTION~ Go with Lutron wireless controls. This gives you a wall switch you can use as well as the wireless outlet. You still need a floor lamp, or mount a plug in wall sconce. This also can be programmed 7 days, or geofencing which is it turns on when you get nearby. NO WIRING NEEDED
  
• IF YOU ARE READY FOR COMPLICATED WIRING~ Those 7 day timers are a pain to program, I would use a smart switch, which you can much more easily program via your phone. Use Bluetoothto talk directly to your phone, if you have reliable and strong WIFI then go with the WIFI version [do your own research into which smart switches are programmable in the ways you desire]. This method is going to require complex wiring, and will be difficult to install. You will need to cut and modify the smart switch to fit it into the cover plate, no we will not install it in the metal box you have.
  
  Figure out which option you want to go with, then let me know if you need more help [especially if you want to complicated version]

I got a few Hue bulbs in my office now, replacing the old bulbs in that fixture. Wonderful way to change up the mood sometimes.

One great bit is hooking it up through my phone so I can have the lights turn on/off by voice control. I'd love to do the same throughout the house, but changing the other bulbs out like that would cost a small fortune. Luckily I found these switches that might do the trick, but haven't bothered to pull the trigger yet.

Anyway, the day I can tell my entire house to turn the lights off on its own will be fun, especially if I can freak out my wife in the process.

We call those wire nuts here. Here is the Leviton that I bought

Leviton DW15S-1BZ Decora Smart Wi-Fi 15A Universal LED/Incandescent Switch, No Hub Required, Works with Amazon Alexa https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MU9SH77/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_v8GmzbCXWKP73

It looks like I'm missing the red wire. Am I getting this all wrong?

http://i.imgur.com/3VweV12.jpg