I would like to replace the dimmer switch in a a three gang set (I.e. behind a 3 switch wall plate) with one that can be controlled by Alexa, Google Home, or preferably both. Any advice or experience?
I am happy with the Philips Hue hub, bulbs and Alexa. No need for a dimmer with smart bulbs.
Seconded on the Hue. We do all kinds of things with it, including using it as a programmed “sunrise” alarm clock for the kids. Dimmer over WiFi is easily within the system’s capabilities.
Have you seen this dimmer specific review?
I have the hue system in my living/dining area. I can’t expend it to my finished basement because reasons. I had seen that review, it doesn’t show any that can be installed in a 3-gang setup.
Would it be possible to position the larger WiFi dimmer in the center and find narrow switches for the sides? Dimmer to one side and convert the other two switches to a combination double switch?
You would have to make a faceplate from a 3-gang plate or some other creative solution.
May have to, but shouldn’t have to, if you know what I mean.
I used Wemo dimmer switches:
Some were in 3 gang boxes, and I bought one of these covers: