Sonoff Basic Smart Switch turns anything into a smart device

In this video, I show how to install and configure the Sonoff Basic smart switch. In this example, I use it to create a smart extension cord to control cabinet lights in my family room. Control the Sonoff Basic using an app called eWeLink or with voice control using Amazon Alexa or Google Home. Advanced users can flash the firmware for use with Home Assistant.


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[TheLawStudentUT]

Thank you for putting this video out. My dad spent hours trying to get these switches to connect without any success and with your video, I was able to help him get everything connected within a few minutes.

[stevekopcial]

They work great, I have integrated these in with Alex and Insteon technology. $6 dollars instead of $40 per box.

[samrivers]

Thank you very much for the video, I spent about 1 hour and couldn't set up the device, after watching the video do it in 1 minute

[christiansariol]

thank you for the password tip! SUPER HELPFUL VIDEO!

[RadianFilms]

Thanks! This helped, because I could not connect it... So frustrating :))

[bananacamper]

Thanks for the video it saved my life !

[MJ-iyfb]

Great video. Thanks for posting it. I have a quick question, did you have to do anything special with the setting in your phone like WIFI settings where you would need to allow others to join the network?

[hkdanahui]

Thanks for the sharing, HandyDad! Do you think I can install this for a light which works with a dimmer?

[jaimeortiz]

Thank you so much! Can I combine that switch with an smart bulb and enjoy the the features from the smart bull like dimming ect?

[greenpro-greenproconsultin]

The device you use is what I would call a receiver. The receives WiFi communications and switches power on or off. Is there a Sonoff transmitter with a dry contact input (instead of for example a push button or a phone). I have a Victron battery monitor that has a relay contact output and want to switch devices based on battery state of charge.

[kerrycorcoran]

Great stuff. I just stumbled across your site. I currently have traditional switches and bulbs, would my best bet for you lights to be replace with smart bulbs? My goal is to use Home Assistant to control and automate. Not sure how to determine which bulbs would be compatible or if this is the best direction. Any insight apprreciated.

[cotdaro]

im not speak inglish but i like of your vídeos

[m.j.r.technologyreveiws]

These can also be used as a contactor controller if you want to run a high current load through a contactor. Don’t run a high current load directly off these!

[ivo]

Hello, thanks for the video, it is very useful. I have a question when I connect to an access point, it tells me that I am connected without internet. What am I doing wrong? The switch is connected but without internet. Thank you very much for the help

[bindoy]

Hi HandyDad, is it possible to incorporate the Sonoff Basic in a sort of three-way switch setup? So that if in case there is no internet connection i can still switch on the light using the traditional switch?

[wattz]

So are pulling out your entire Insteon system and installing again in the new place? For me it would be daunting I have around 50 switches and various devices strewn around the house.

[elvio]

Does sonoff sale a wireless switch to control the device on and off? Reason I ask is cause when I leave the house I would like for people to be able to open and close the switch.

[atharvahiwase]

what happens when power goes off and comes back again ? do we need to connect manually or does it connect automatically?

[christiangarcia]

Awesome work, will it work with a battery operated device? I have an idea to create an alexa routine "light up christmas" and everything christnmas will turn on including some battery operated devices, (Christmas Houses)

[salviskrilovs]

Hey, I have a quastion..
Can I turn light on when im not home?
Ore does I need to be connected on the same wifi?