Re: Switches and Protocals, Compared

[nobody@xxxxxxxxxxxx (Dave Houston)]

Martin,

What reasons do users give for returning the ZWave devices?

"AutomatedOutlet.com" <Martin@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

>Hi Lee,
>
>I think you have it outlined pretty well. All of the switches you
>mentioned are all pretty reliable. The one on your list that (in my
>opinion) that is least reliable is the Xwave switch. I'm sure others
>may disagree but in looking at we get back in returns, I'll stand by my
>statement. Zwave also has the shortest warranty period.
>
>As far as what to pick, the main thing is to take a good look at what
>your requirements are, how you will be controlling it, and the look and
>feel you are trying to accomplish and your budget.
>
>I am personally a big fan of using 2-way switches but I can understand
>some people not sharing that opinion due to the added expensive of the
>switches.
>
>In my house I have over 80 2-way switches and am very happy with it.
>
>A tread I have been noticing with the professional installers that buy
>from us is a shift towards UPB with it's added reliability and ease of
>set-up.
>
>Martin Custer
>www.AutomatedOutlet.com