Connectivity Type | Remote control in Wi-Fi networks | Industry: Zigbee/Z-Wave (low power, mesh networking) Base: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz (remote control) ▲ Advanced: Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz + 5GHz) ▲▲ (reduces interference) | Base integrates with existing Wi-Fi; Advanced offers faster, more reliable connections | Base may experience interference in crowded Wi-Fi environments; Industry requires additional hubs for mesh networks |
Power Handling Capacity | Controlling lights/small appliances | Industry: 15A (for heavy-duty devices) Base: 10A (supports up to 10A loads) ▲ Advanced: 15A ▲▲ (handles HVAC units) | Base sufficient for most homes; Advanced meets industrial-grade needs | Base can’t handle high-power appliances like AC units |
Platform Compatibility | Multi-ecosystem integration | Industry: 2 platforms (e.g., Alexa, Google) Base: 3 platforms (Alexa, Google, IFTTT) ▲ Advanced: 5 platforms (adds Siri, HomeKit) ▲▲ | Base supports common platforms; Advanced offers premium integrations like HomeKit | Base lacks some premium features (e.g., HomeKit automation) |
Safety Certifications | Compliance with regional standards | Industry: ETL + CE Base: ETL ▲ Advanced: ETL + UL + CE ▲▲ (meets North American standards) | Base meets basic safety requirements; Advanced adds UL certification for broader market acceptance | Base may not qualify for regions requiring UL certification |
Display & Control Interface | Visual feedback and control | Industry: Basic LCD display Base: OLED display (128x64) ▲ Advanced: Touch OLED (256x128) + App (1024x768) ▲▲ | Base offers better readability than LCD; Advanced includes touch and higher app resolution | Base lacks touch interface; Industry-standard LCDs are less vibrant |
Design & Aesthetic Flexibility | Matching interior aesthetics | Industry: Standard white/black Base: Rotatable design, 2 colors (white/black) ▲ Advanced: Customizable colors, sleeker form ▲▲ | Base allows rotation for wall mounting; Advanced offers design customization | Base has limited color options; Industry-standard designs are less versatile |