Caseta Shortcomings [opinion]
New to the Caseta system, but not to home control/automation. Here is what I've found lacking for Caseta:
- Motion and Door/Contact Sensors - Need either a first party Caseta solution or integration with other systems (e.g., SmartThings) that support activating and deactivating lights with motion or contact triggers.
- Fan Controller - The ON/OFF Neutral Switch Caseta is OK, but really need a variable fan controller.
- Adjustable fade time - The default fade time on the dimmers is too slow and makes the system feel sluggish. Fade time through Amazon Alexa and Homekit is much better. Or allow toggling fading off altogether.
Otherwise I've been very pleased with the system, having migrated from Leviton Z-Wave switches using SmartThings. I had much more control with the Leviton/SmartThings system, but the Lutron's don't require neutrals, 3 & 4 way installations are a breeze, and homekit is shaping up nicely.