Belkin WeMo Switch Smart Plug + Motion Sensor

66% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

69% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

The Belkin WeMo Switch + Motion's relatively low price, lack of a subscription fee, and plug-and-play simplicity will appeal to many budding home automators.

IFTTT automations weren't quite as reliable as we'd like, and it was a challenge to find ones that we'd actually use regularly.

The Belkin WeMo Switch + Motion is a fun, wallet-friendly step toward the long-promised home automation revolution.

While more costly than some options, programmable timer switches or timer plugs for instance, the WeMo system is a worthy option, thanks to its simplicity and scalability. While it may not keep the bad guys from your doors or windows, it does offer...

Brings home automation a step closer; simple and intuitive iOS app; ability to create rules and schedule events; modular system offers room to add more rooms and appliances

Mixed results based on customer reviews and home set-ups; support could be better, particularly information on IFTTT; additional Motion senses are available without paying for the WeMo Switch; cheaper alternatives

While more costly than some options, programmable timer switches or timer plugs for instance, the WeMo system is a worthy option, thanks to its simplicity and scalability. While it may not keep the bad guys from your doors or windows, it does offer...

Allows you to switch appliances and lamps on and off using your smartphone ; Works with motion and time-based rules ; Supports ifTTT

Motion detection was a little sluggish ; App wasn't always responsive when creating rules ; Physical size can impede adjoining outlets

The Belkin WeMo Switch+Motion is a basic home automation kit comprised of a switch and a motion detector. It allows you to control the on and off state of anything you plug into it directly from your phone, via motion, and even remotely over the Internet.

Controlling a light or appliance by simply walking into a room or from hundreds of miles away. Makes you feel a bit like George Jetson. Great extensibility through IFTTT integration. No monthly fees

App navigation can be confusing, particularly when setting up rules. Currently no way to view a timeline of past events

Easy setup. Can remotely switch appliances on or off based on time or motion. Modular system can accommodate multiple switches and motion detectors.

Expensive. App frequently crashes. iOS device support only.

Uses and Conclusions The app allows you to label each switch and even assign pictures of devices plugged into the WeMo, so you can keep everything in order. You can also make rules for individual switches, which can be used to schedule on and off times...

Allows you to switch appliances and lamps on and off using your smartphone Works with motion and time-based rules Supports ifTTT

Motion detection was a little sluggish App wasn't always responsive when creating rules Physical size can impede adjoining outlets

Allows you to switch appliances and lamps on and off using your smartphone ; Works with motion and time-based rules ; Supports ifTTT

Motion detection was a little sluggish ; App wasn't always responsive when creating rules ; Physical size can impede adjoining outlets

The Belkin WeMo Switch + Motion's relatively low price, lack of a subscription fee, and plug-and-play simplicity will appeal to many budding home automators.

IFTTT automations weren't quite as reliable as we'd like, and it was a challenge to find ones that we'd actually use regularly.

The Belkin WeMo Switch + Motion is a fun, wallet-friendly step toward the long-promised home automation revolution.