Hi community. What do you think is the best alternative for a Shelly Plus 1 when there is no neutral wire available at the light switch?
To provide some context, I want to install a motion sensor in my bathroom to turn on the light. I figured the first step would be to ensure that I can turn the light on and off via Home Assistant, and once that works, install a motion sensor.
I am aware this can be achieved fairly easily using a smart light bulb. However, the problem with this approach is that I cannot control the light with a “dumb” physical switch anymore, because turning the light off with the dumb switch would cut the power and prevent HA from controlling the light. For instance, I want to be able to turn the light on/off when my HA server fails.
Therefore, I figured the Shelly Plus 1 would be the best solution, because then I can use both HA and the dumb switch to toggle the light, and I would be able to toggle the light when HA fails as well.,
However… there is no neutral wire routed to the light switch in my bathroom, and as far as I am aware the Shelly Plus 1 needs a neutral wire to power the device itself. So, I’m looking for a new solution, but honestly I’m out of ideas. Any input on the matter would be very much appreciated.
Thanks @Troon, that would have been the perfect solution, but as you mentioned the device is discontinued. And even if I might get my hands on one, it would be a bit risky because when it fails, I’m stuck at the same problem I have right now.
EDIIT: I just noticed your edit. Awesome, in the Reddit thread they mention the following:
Thank you for reaching out to us!
We are pleased to inform you that Shelly Plus 1L will be available in the first quarter of next year.​Let us know if you have further questions.
Best Regards, Shelly Support Team
I cross-posted this thread to Reddit, and one user there named DIY_CHRIS mentioned the following:
I installed three Sonoff ZBMINIL2 this weekend. They are no-neutral. There is also a WiFi variant if that’s your preference. They are nice and small, much smaller than Shelly 1 Plus and 1L. They operate fine so far. The only quirk is the on/off toggles will switch when both the zigbee and physical button are used. I think this can be avoided with rocker switches instead of toggles.
Haven’t looked into this device yet, but it sounds promising. Will definitely do some reading tonight!
Did you find any solution to this? In similar situation, no new alternative for Shelly 1L yet. Was thinking to get sonoff zbmini l2, wondering how your experience was?