# WiFi controllable dimmer switch **URL:** \ **Category:** In My Humble Opinion\ **Created:** [November 24, 2017, 2:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574 "2017-11-24T02:08:15Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 8\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Isosleepy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/isosleepy/32/479_2.png) [@Isosleepy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Isosleepy)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 2:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/1 "2017-11-24T02:08:15Z")
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? ---
**Author:** ![jasg](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/f0a364/32.png) [@jasg](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jasg)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 3:43am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/2 "2017-11-24T03:43:55Z")
I am happy with the Philips Hue hub, bulbs and Alexa. No need for a dimmer with smart bulbs. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 3:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/3 "2017-11-24T03:48:34Z")
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. ---
**Author:** ![jasg](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/f0a364/32.png) [@jasg](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jasg)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 3:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/4 "2017-11-24T03:50:37Z")
Have you seen this dimmer specific [review](https://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-in-wall-wireless-light-switch-and-dimmer/)? ---
**Author:** ![Isosleepy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/isosleepy/32/479_2.png) [@Isosleepy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Isosleepy)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 2:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/5 "2017-11-24T14:09:24Z")
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. ---
**Author:** ![jasg](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/f0a364/32.png) [@jasg](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jasg)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 4:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/6 "2017-11-24T16:33:49Z")
> [@Isosleepy](#): > > 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. ---
**Author:** ![Isosleepy](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/isosleepy/32/479_2.png) [@Isosleepy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Isosleepy)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2017, 5:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/7 "2017-11-24T17:35:16Z")
May have to, but shouldn’t have to, if you know what I mean. ---
**Author:** ![UltraVires](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/u/ecccb3/32.png) [@UltraVires](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UltraVires)\ **Post date:** [November 26, 2017, 5:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wifi-controllable-dimmer-switch/802574/8 "2017-11-26T05:04:52Z")
I used Wemo dimmer switches: > **[Amazon.com: WeMo (F7C059) Dimmer Wifi Light Switch, Works with Alexa, the Google...](https://www.amazon.com/Dimmer-Switch-Google-Assistant-HomeKit/dp/B071RFYQFM)** > > Set the mood for dinner, work or movie time. The Wemo WiFi Smart Dimmer is the smartest way to create the perfect ambiance. Choose your desired level of brightness and set schedules and timers right from your phone or tablet so your lights do what... Some were in 3 gang boxes, and I bought one of these covers: > **[Leviton 80421-W 2-Toggle 1-Decora/GFCI Device Combination Wallplate - Switch And...](https://www.amazon.com/Leviton-80421-W-2-Toggle-Combination-Wallplate/dp/B0015APNOC)** > > Product Description Leviton 80421-W 2-Toggle 1-Decora/GFCI Device Combination Wallplate. From the Manufacturer Leviton Combination Wallplates come in a variety of configurations and gangs, and are available in a broad...