Saw these on sale and decided to give them a chance. Glad I did! This was my first foray into smart lightbulbs. They helped solve a particular problem in my apartment. My dining room light fixture is controlled by a non-dimmable Z-Wave smart switch. I don't have control over the hub, so I can't replace the switch. Not without incurring the wrath of my landlord, anyway. Not being able to dim that light was miserable.
Smart bulbs ending up being an ideal solution. The Kasa app works great, and is almost as convenient as a physical dimmer. Sometimes it's better, since I don't have to get up from the table. The app *does* allow three bulbs to be linked and dimmed as one, which is essential for my application.
Setup was easy as well. Each bulb starts in access point mode. First you log into each one and give it your Wi-Fi credentials. Then you add them in the Kasa app and group them as needed. Very slick.
These also excel as lightbulbs. Color temperature is perfect. The 90+ CRI rating is believable. Dimming is smooth and incredibly fine grained, with no flickering at lower levels. I can dial in anything from candlelight to full light suitable to work by.
I've been using these bulbs daily for five months, with no issues. I'm very pleased with them and would buy them again in a heartbeat.
Brand | Kasa Smart |
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Light Type | LED |
Special Feature | dimmable |
Wattage | 9 watts |
Bulb Shape Size | A19 |
Bulb Base | E26 |
Incandescent Equivalent Wattage | 60 Watts |
Specific Uses For Product | Indoor |
Light Color | Soft White |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Color Temperature | 2700 Kelvin |
Number of Items | 1 |
Brightness | 800 Lumen |
Shape | a19 |
Material | Plastic |
Model Name | Kasa Smart WiFi Light Bulb |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
Controller Type | Vera, Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, iOS, Android |
Included Components | 1 Kasa Smart Light Bulb, Dimmable, Quick Installation Guide |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
Color Rendering Index | 80 |
Beam Angle | 220 Degrees |
Power Consumption | 9 Watts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Light Source Type | LED |
Light Source Wattage | 60 Watts |
Product Dimensions | 2.36"W x 4.65"H |
Bulb Diameter | 2.36 Inches |
Control Method | Voice |
Average Life | 2.87 Years |
White Brightness | 800 Lumens |
Is Electric | Yes |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00845973084585 |
Manufacturer | TP-Link |
UPC | 845973084585 |
Part Number | KL110 |
Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | KL110 |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
Color | White |
Style | White (Newer Version) |
Finish | Soft White |
Pattern | Light Bulb |
Number Of Pieces | 1 |
Special Features | dimmable |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
Warranty Description | 2-year warranty. |