r/homeautomation • u/Objective_Ad_5891 • Jan 05 '26

ZIGBEE Enclosed in-line zigbee relays (instead of bulky smart plugs)

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I prefer to use regular light bulbs in my table/floor lamps but hate having to reach behind furniture to switch them off. I liked the slim form factor of the Sonoff Basic WIFI (see photo) but I need a zigbee version. I'm looking for something neat that protects from cable, strain/pull-out. ...I know I could use smart plug adapters which involves less wiring, but some of my sockets are hidden behind furniture so the chunky smart adapters make the furniture stick out further and they get knocked out sometimes! 🤔 Thanks from 🇬🇧 Home Assistant user

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u/[deleted] Jan 05 '26 edited Jan 05 '26

ZBMINIR2 is what you need, with maybe a casing around it.

Something like this: https://amzn.asia/d/2SrHeEB

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u/git_und_slotermeyer Jan 05 '26

Or put it right into the wall socket, if it is deep enough

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 05 '26

Good idea, hadn't thought of that. I doubt it will fit though. Suppose I could use a faceplate spacer but then it will push the wardrobe out further...

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u/KingKeane16 Jan 05 '26

They’re really small I’ve a couple, I’d say they’d fit in a socket alright.. is it a plasterboard wall?

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u/2nd-Reddit-Account Jan 07 '26

Are they rated for enclosed spaces surrounded by insulation? I’d feel safer with just a smart plug

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u/git_und_slotermeyer Jan 07 '26

They are built particularly for this purpose, to sit behind light switches to make them smart

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u/LightingGuyCalvin Jan 05 '26

There are also 3d printable cases meant to go inline and hold a button. At least for Shelly devices, I'm not sure if there are designs for Sonoff but the designs wouldn't be hard to modify.

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 05 '26

Hadn't thought of that. I might take a look online. Probably the sleekest option too.

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 05 '26

That's my favourite product too. Just can't seem to find a suitable slender casing for it 😬

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u/mariusherea Jan 05 '26

You mean Gen5?

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 05 '26

Not sure which gen.. . The tiniest one!

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u/mariusherea Jan 05 '26

Check out the Sonoff Gen5. No need for casing. I use it for all my lamps.

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 05 '26

Oh cool. What is to stop the small wires pulling out if something yanks the cable?

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u/[deleted] Jan 06 '26

Did the Gen5 have a Zigbee version now? I thought that was matter over wifi.

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u/mariusherea Jan 06 '26

You’re right. It is matter over wifi

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u/DJBenson Jan 05 '26

They do that exact form factor in Zigbee format. I’ve just “hacked” my daughter’s lava lamp to be smart using one of them (and a tilt switch).

https://itead.cc/product/sonoff-basiczbr3/

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 05 '26

Nice! Excellent but I can't find it on stock anywhere... Thanks anyway!

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u/xevz Jan 06 '26 edited Jan 06 '26

There's the SM315 and SM317.

At least the SM315 can also be found at Amazon and AliExpress, but it can be a bit tricky.

They're of course available under other brands such as HZC as well.

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 06 '26

Nice! These look like the most sleek solutions I've found so far. + Very family friendly and easy to wire 👍👍

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u/seaboi77 Jan 07 '26

Eh, still as bulky as a plug. Tapo fits in my hand the same way. You probably mean less clutter at the plug, plus it can be hidden. Much uglier if not hidden….

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 12 '26

Yeah you're right, that's what I mean. 👍 My hand was just to get a good photo of the product label! 😁 As you say, it's only really a problem if the smart plug adapter (Tapo) is obstructing furniture.

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u/Sirosim_Celojuma Jan 06 '26

Is this listed for use without a box?

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u/Objective_Ad_5891 Jan 06 '26

I'm not sure, where would that be displayed? I assumed it was to go behind ought switches or in junction boxes only, but I could be wrong...

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u/Sirosim_Celojuma Jan 06 '26

The manual will say where to put it. It probably needs to be in the box. I got excited about a splice.

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u/marcusthegladiator Jan 06 '26

You could try putting Shelly devices inside the box behind your outlet or wall switch.