Home Automation with Shelly: how I transformed my house with smart modules
Home automation is no longer a dream reserved for futuristic homes or super expensive systems. Today, thanks to Shelly devices (like the Shelly 2.5 PM and other smart modules), I have revolutionized the way I live in my home: from smart lights to smart plugs, and even automated blinds.
In this article, I share my firsthand experience, the advantages and disadvantages, so you can understand if home automation with Shelly can make a difference for you as well.
Why I chose Shelly to automate my home
I was looking for a simple, cost-effective solution that would be compatible with my existing electrical system. With Shelly, I found the answer: small Wi-Fi modules that can be installed behind switches or outlets, turning them into smart devices without having to start everything from scratch.
Shelly 2.5 PM: perfect for roller shutters and motorized curtains, with consumption monitoring.
Shelly Plug and smart plugs: ideal for controlling appliances and measuring consumption.
Shelly Dimmer and relays: to manage lights and customized scenes.
What has changed in my daily life
Thanks to Shelly, my smart home has become more comfortable and more efficient.
Luci smart: control via app or with Alexa/Google Home, scheduled to turn on at sunset.
Home automation: monitoring of actual consumption and the ability to turn off appliances remotely.
Automatic shutters: they rise in the morning with the alarm and lower in the evening, enhancing comfort and security.
The nice thing is that traditional switches continue to work: if you don't want to use the smartphone or voice, you can still manage everything as before.
Advantages and disadvantages of Shelly
✅ Pro
Simple installation without having to redo the system.
Affordable prices compared to other home automation systems.
Real-time energy consumption monitoring.
Compatibility with Alexa, Google Home, and Home Assistant.
Great flexibility: you can make smart only what you need.
⚠️ Against
Installation: requires a minimum of skill or an electrician.
App not always intuitive for beginners.
Some advanced automations require extra configuration.
Conclusion: my smart home with Shelly
Home automation with Shelly has allowed me to make my home more comfortable, safer, and more efficient.
It wasn't a huge investment, but the benefits are immediate: total control from a smartphone, energy savings, and the ability to experience spaces with a new level of comfort.
If you want to start making your home smart without spending a fortune, Shelly is probably the best solution to enter the world of home automation.
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Domande frequenti
Ecco alcune delle domande più comuni sulla nostra azienda.
Sì, è possibile!I moduli Shelly, come il Shelly 2.5, si installano direttamente dietro gli interruttori esistenti o nel cassonetto delle tapparelle.Questo consente di trasformare le tapparelle tradizionali in tapparelle smart senza interventi invasivi.Una volta installato, puoi controllarle tramite l'app Shelly, assistenti vocali come Alexa o Google Home, o tramite scenari automatizzati.
Assolutamente sì!I dispositivi Shelly, come il Shelly 1.0 o il Shelly Plus 2PM e tanti altri, permettono di controllare luci e prese da qualsiasi luogo tramite l'app Shelly Smart Control.Puoi accendere o spegnere dispositivi, monitorare i consumi energetici e creare scenari personalizzati per ottimizzare l'uso dell'energia.
Sì! I dispositivi Shelly continuano a funzionare anche senza connessione Internet. Puoi utilizzare gli interruttori fisici o l’app locale sullo smartphone collegato alla stessa rete Wi-Fi per controllare luci, prese e tapparelle.Le automazioni programmate riprenderanno normalmente una volta ristabilita la connessione.