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Quick verdict
The ZEN77 is the dimmer most Z-Wave Home Assistant users should reach for. Smooth dimming, 800 series range, multi-tap scenes, fully local. It does not do anything flashy. It just dims lights reliably without cloud nonsense. That is exactly what you want from a dimmer.
Standout: Zooz's flagship paddle dimmer with Z-Wave 800 series, smooth dimming, and multi-tap scene control.
Notes last checked Mar 22, 2026.
Compatibility snapshot
Home AssistantexcellentFull local control, no cloud needed. Native Home Assistant integration or a local protocol.
Apple HomenoneNo official support on this platform.
Google HomenoneNo official support on this platform.
AlexanoneNo official support on this platform.
Works offlineyes
Setupmoderate
Extra hub neededyes
Powerhardwired
Local control facts
Home Assistant: zwave_js integration, Local Push (home-assistant.io, checked Sep 10, 2026)
Z-Wave JS: in the device database, listed as Zooz ZEN77 (S2 Dimmer) (github.com, checked Sep 10, 2026)
Why it stands out
smooth dimming with wide LED compatibility and adjustable min/max brightness levels
800 series chip with Z-Wave Long Range support for range well beyond a standard Z-Wave hop
multi-tap scene control and customizable LED indicator for automation feedback
Reasons to hesitate
requires neutral wire, so not suitable for older homes without one
some cheaper LED bulbs may flicker at low dim levels, so stick to quality LEDs
Z-Wave only, no native voice assistant support without Home Assistant bridging
Best for
main living area dimmers in Z-Wave Home Assistant households
anyone who wants the best paddle dimmer Zooz makes with current-gen Z-Wave
Avoid if
your home lacks neutral wires
you want plug-and-play voice assistant support without Home Assistant
Privacy and local-control notes
Fully local Z-Wave device. No cloud, no data collection. The current model is the ZEN77 800LR, so Z-Wave Long Range is available when your controller supports it.
Home Assistant support: supported · integration path: Z-Wave JS.
Buying reality check
Price notes: Competitively priced for a Z-Wave 800 dimmer. Often cheaper than Inovelli or Aeotec equivalents.
Verified price reads: lowest seen $46.95, latest $46.95 on Sep 6, 2026.
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