Why Smartify
How Smartify compares to typical WiFi smart home products — protocol, reliability, and ecosystem.
Zigbee vs WiFi
| Smartify (Zigbee 3.0) | Typical WiFi switches | |
|---|---|---|
| Protocol | Zigbee 3.0 mesh | WiFi (2.4GHz) |
| Cloud dependency | None — works fully local via Home Assistant | Requires vendor cloud; breaks if cloud goes down |
| Mesh range | Self-healing mesh — every mains device extends coverage | Point-to-point — dead zones common in large homes |
| Network load | Separate Zigbee radio — zero WiFi congestion | Adds every device to your WiFi router |
| Interoperability | Open standard — works with Home Assistant, HomeKit, Alexa, Google | Locked to vendor app; cross-brand automations unreliable |
| Wiring | Fits standard Indian 3-module flush boxes — no new wiring. Standard modules use a neutral wire; for older or non-standard wiring we customise the installation | Varies by brand; many also need a neutral wire |
| Retrofit | Relay and dimmer modules fit behind existing switches | Limited retrofit options |
| Longevity | Zigbee 3.0 is a decade-old open standard with broad support | Vendor may discontinue app or cloud service |
Platform independence
Smartify devices are not tied to any vendor cloud or app. Because they use the open Zigbee 3.0 standard, you can control them with:
- Home Assistant — fully local, no subscription, unlimited automations
- Apple HomeKit — via Matter-compatible Convergia gateway
- Amazon Alexa / Google Home — via gateway
If a platform stops supporting a feature, you can switch to another without replacing hardware.
Built for Indian homes
- All switches fit standard 3-module and 4-module flush boxes used across India — no custom boxes or special backboxes
- Standard TAC switches and retrofit modules use a neutral wire at the point of install. For older or non-standard wiring, including switch boxes with no neutral, we offer other installation methods and customise the solution to your home — talk to us before you rewire
- Retrofit relays and dimmers fit behind existing switches — no visible hardware change
- Tested for 230V / 50Hz mains with Indian load profiles (fans, geysers, AC units)
Getting Started
Introduction to the Smartify ecosystem — what you need to get started with smart home automation.
TAC Smart Switches
In-wall Zigbee smart switches in the TAC series. Single, double, triple, quad, heavy-load, fan speed, scene switch, and curtain variants. Compatible with standard Indian flush boxes.