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Lutron Caseta vs TP-Link Kasa

Lutron Caseta logo

Lutron Caseta

Software

Professional-grade smart lighting with reliability

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
TP-Link Kasa logo

TP-Link Kasa

Software

Affordable smart home devices with easy setup

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Lutron Caseta a single Caseta bridge supports up to 74 devices, capping the system before requiring additional hardware; TP-Link Kasa devices are sold individually rather than as a subscription, for example the Smart Video Doorbell Camera costs 49.99 USD and the 4-pack Smart Light Bulb costs 39.99 USD
  • They diverge on capability: Lutron Caseta covers Clear Connect RF, TP-Link Kasa covers Affordable.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Lutron Caseta and TP-Link Kasa actually diverge.

Attributes where Lutron Caseta and TP-Link Kasa differ
AttributeLutron CasetaTP-Link Kasa
Founded19611996

Identical on both: starting price (On request), pricing model (one-time), free tier (No), platforms (IOS, Android, Web), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Lutron Caseta

  • Clear Connect RF
  • Reliable Wireless
  • Pico Remotes
  • Geofencing
  • HomeKit

Only in TP-Link Kasa

  • Affordable
  • No Hub Required
  • Energy Monitoring
  • Scheduling
  • IFTTT

Both cover

  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • SmartThings
  • IOS support
  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Lutron Caseta

  • Controlling home lighting and shades from a wireless smart switch systemnot TP-Link Kasa

TP-Link Kasa

  • Energy monitoringnot Lutron Caseta
  • Automationnot Lutron Caseta
  • Voice controlnot Lutron Caseta
  • Budget smart homenot Lutron Caseta

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Lutron Caseta

  • A single Caseta bridge supports up to 74 devices, capping the system before requiring additional hardware

TP-Link Kasa

  • Devices are sold individually rather than as a subscription, for example the Smart Video Doorbell Camera costs 49.99 USD and the 4-pack Smart Light Bulb costs 39.99 USD

Pricing, plan by plan

Lutron Caseta

On request
  • Starter Kit$80/month
    • Bridge
    • Dimmer
    • Remote
  • Dimmer Switch$50/month
    • In-wall dimmer
    • Pico remote compatible

TP-Link Kasa

On request
  • Smart Plug$10/month
    • WiFi
    • Voice control
    • Scheduling
  • Smart Switch$20/month
    • In-wall installation
    • Dimming
    • 3-way support

Which should you pick?

Choose Lutron Caseta if

  • You need clear connect rf.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want reliable wireless.
Lutron Caseta review

Choose TP-Link Kasa if

  • You need affordable.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want no hub required.
TP-Link Kasa review

Questions people ask

Is Lutron Caseta or TP-Link Kasa better?
Neither clearly leads. Lutron Caseta starts at On request and TP-Link Kasa at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Lutron Caseta or TP-Link Kasa?
Lutron Caseta starts at On request and TP-Link Kasa at On request.
Does Lutron Caseta or TP-Link Kasa run on more platforms?
Both run on IOS, Android, Web, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
What is Lutron Caseta best used for?
Lutron Caseta is most often used for controlling home lighting and shades from a wireless smart switch system. Of those, controlling home lighting and shades from a wireless smart switch system is not what TP-Link Kasa is typically brought in for.
What can Lutron Caseta do that TP-Link Kasa cannot?
Lutron Caseta covers Clear Connect RF, Reliable Wireless, Pico Remotes, Geofencing. TP-Link Kasa covers Affordable, No Hub Required, Energy Monitoring, Scheduling. Both handle Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, IOS support.
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