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Reddit mentions of Lutron Z3-1BRL-WH-L0 Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer, White
Sentiment score: 7
Reddit mentions: 12
We found 12 Reddit mentions of Lutron Z3-1BRL-WH-L0 Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer, White. Here are the top ones.
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PROBLEM SOLVER: Smart dimmer switch keeps Philips Hue smart bulbs in ‘ready mode’ and provides easy dimming for everyone, no app requiredALWAYS READY: Simply ”locks” existing toggle switch, keeping it in the on position, preventing anyone from accidentally turning off the smart bulb functionalitySTAYS CONNECTED: Maintains connection with Philips Hue smart bulb, even if the Wi-Fi goes down, so that you always have control over your lightsANYONE CAN USE: Allows for anyone to adjust your Philips Hue smart bulbs at the wall, no app requiredRECOGNIZED AESTHETIC: Rotary knob easily provides the perfect lighting level; tap to turn lights on/off, or rotate to dim/brighten lightsEASY SET UP: 2 steps in less than 2 minutes, no wiring needed. Simply mount the bracket over existing toggle switch and snap the knob onTECHNICAL SPECS: Works with Philips Hue smart bulbs and other ZigBee certified smart bulbs; can program through the Hue App using the Hue V2 Smart BridgeINCLUDES: (1) Lutron Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer
Specs:
| Color | White |
| Height | 0.75 Inches |
| Length | 1.54 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | July 2019 |
| Size | 1 Count |
| Width | 1.54 Inches |
Generally speaking, you have to pick either a smart bulb or a smart dimmer, but not both. The reason is that a smart bulb needs to get clean power and a dimmer is designed to chop up the sine wave so in order to fix the flickering issue, you'd have to replace the ancient rotary dimmer that you have with a $1 switch and just leave it on all the time and use the app or whatever to control the light.
Lutron very recently came out with a nifty little product called the Aurora which gives you the best of both worlds by leaving the switch on all the time and adding a virtual rotary which will communicate with the Hue bulbs however so if that's your only switch, this is a nice option.
If you have a lot of switches, I highly suggest you stop using smart bulbs and just replace your dimmers and switches with smart dimmers. Lutron's Caseta is a great system for that.
Also, no true switch that I know of will do what you're saying - keep the line hot but send a zigbee signal to turn off. They'll all cut the power. Even smart ones.
Other than the obvious Hue dimmers that have been around forever I have my eye on the Lutron Aurora Dimmer. They don't come out until next week, but all the early reviews are positive and since you're already using hue lights it should be almost zero setup on your end.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJ14FBS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OftiDb55V6NRX
The dimmer is pretty pricey and specifically made for Hue lights.
The other product, I've gotten for half-price what it is on Amazon right now. It won't connect to the Hue bridge though so I have it connected through Smartthings to control my Hue lights.
Lutron Aurora
https://www.amazon.com/Lutron-Aurora-Dimmer-Philips-Z3-1BRL-WH-L0/dp/B07RJ14FBS/
It does not control the existing light switch. It just locks the light switch into the ON position. The round knob allows you to dim and turn the zigbee light bulb off/on.
Oh sits on a blank space on the wall... one second
Phillips Hue Smart Button
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-Hue-Button-Control-required
It is $20 and comes with a wall plate for a blank space on your wall.
Would have to spend more money, but this would be an easy solution:
https://www.amazon.com/Lutron-Aurora-Dimmer-Philips-Z3-1BRL-WH-L0/dp/B07RJ14FBS
I recently bought this for my Hue setup: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJ14FBS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_MNaCDb5201D6Y
I also can't replace the in-wall switch, so I was looking for a retrofit option and these look like they fit the bill.
I recently bought a Lutron dimmer
switch that you might like.
I read about the Lutron Aurora the other day. It may not be what you are looking for, but I thought it was an interesting idea for this problem: https://www.amazon.com/Lutron-Aurora-Dimmer-Philips-Z3-1BRL-WH-L0/dp/B07RJ14FBS/
It's expensive but possible with Philips Hue bulbs and Lutron Aurora Hue dimmer.
There’s the Lutron Aurora that goes over traditional switches and gives you dimmer control.
Lutron Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer Switch for Philips Hue smart bulbs, Z3-1BRL-WH-L0, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJ14FBS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_BhfpDbXJHSNJM
How about the Lutron Aurora Smart Bulb Dimmer Switch? (Note: Amazon US link.)
For lights, I definitely recommend Hue! I've had color bulbs in and on almost constantly for about 3 years and haven't had to replace them yet. If you're worried about someone accidentally turning off the switch, you can get guards like these or Lutron makes a dimmer that should work well [here] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RJ14FBS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_PsVADbPK2QAEW).