Smart dimmers are Tap dimmer switches that have added wireless connectivity.
Some require a neutral wire in the switch box which can be a problem if your circuit is not wired that way. Their advanced electronics mean they typically cost more than slide dimmers. They have a slight learning curve that can be frustrating to some. Some have adjustable fade on/off rates that adds drama to the lighting. They have a modern, streamlined appearance that matches Decora style switches. When you turn on the lights from the switch, they will only be as bright as the dimmer is adjusted to at the other end. If you have a standard dimmer installed in a 3-way circuit, the dimmer goes at one end, and an on/off switch remains at the other. This is especially useful to control recessed lighting above staircases where you want to be able to adjust the brightness from the top and bottom of the stairs. Unlike standard dimmers, electronic dimmers can be installed at both control points in a 3-way circuit. Most have LED indicator lights that display the light level. Tap dimmers are typically flat with a large rectangle-shaped button that you tap to turn the lights on or off, combined with a lever or buttons used to adjust the brightness. Will only work in single-pole circuits. Lights can be accidentally left on at a very low level because the dimmer was not pushed all the way down to off. Because you slide the dimmer all the way down to turn the lights off, you have to set the brightness each time you turn them on. Great if you like to adjust the brightness each time you turn on the lights. Typically cost less than other dimmers. To turn the lights off, you slide the lever all the way down. To turn the lights on, you slide the dimmer up to the desired light level. Slide Dimmers without a switch, aka slide-to-off dimmers, do not have an on/off switch. Can only install at one end of a 3-way circuit. 
You can preset the brightness lever, and then turn the lights on or off like a regular switch.
The dimmer adjustment is simple and intuitive – raise the slider to brighten the lights, and lower it to dim the lights. They closely match the modern Decora (rectangle) style switches. They have a vertical or horizontal on/off switch, combined with a lever that slides up and down to adjust the brightness of the lights. Slider Dimmers with a Switch are probably the most common type of dimmer you’ll find. Let’s take a look at the differences between them, and compare the pros and cons of each style. The four most common styles of dimmers are:Īll four styles fit the standard Decora style (Rectangular) switch plates. Each dimmer style works differently, so it’s worth giving it some thought. While the best dimmer switch for recessed lighting is a matter of preference, you may not want to choose one based on appearance alone.
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