6 best dimmers

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

The popularity of dimmers is growing every year. These are devices that allow you not only to turn on or off the light, but also to adjust the light intensity. Thanks to dimmers, you can make the room multifunctional. For example, turn a cozy TV room into a bright room with a festive table. In addition, dimmers help conserve energy and extend the life of the bulbs. There are many dimmers on the domestic market that differ in price and functionality. Recommendations of our experts will help you choose the best model.

How to choose a dimmer

Varieties. Several types of dimmers can be used to work in the lighting system.

1. Mechanical models are classic potentiometers, which are controlled using the simplest circuit. They are simple and durable to work with, at an affordable price. But not always their appearance and management method suits modern consumers.
2. Electronic dimmers allow you to adjust the light intensity in a contact or non-contact way. Most of all users are interested in models with remote control. For this, ultrasonic or infrared technologies are used. The most advanced devices can be controlled via the Internet.

Dimmer power. When choosing a dimmer, it is important to correctly calculate the maximum power of all lighting fixtures in one circuit. To do this, you need to add up the power of the bulbs, add another 20% to the result. If you plan to install a combination of two dimmers, add 25%. A power reserve is required so that at full load the unpleasant buzzing of a dimmer or lamp does not appear.

Regulator type. All dimmers that are actuated by contact can be divided into three types.

1. Swivel mechanisms are convenient and familiar to use. But to turn on or off the light, you must completely turn the wheel.
2. Turn-and-push models allow you to turn the light on and off with a simple push on the round handle. And the light intensity is regulated by the usual turn of the wheel.
3. Push-button dimmers do not have round handles. They look no different from conventional rocker switches. To change the brightness of the glow of the lamps, you need to press the key and hold it for some time. In some models there is a second button, it allows you to fix several exposed lighting options.

We have selected 6 of the best dimmers for review. All of them are sold in stores in our country. When allocating seats, the opinion of the expert community and consumer reviews were taken into account.

Rating of the best dimmers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best dimmers	1	Schneider Electric SEDNA SDN2200521	RUB 1,278
	2	Werkel WL01-DM600-LED / Backlit Dimmer (White)	RUB 1,497
	3	LEGRAND Valena Life 300W	RUB 2,960
	4	Schneider Electric Blanca BLNSS040012	RUB 1,876
	5	IKEA TRADFRI Wireless dimmer (003.478.31)	601 RUB
	6	IEK QUARTA EDK10-K01-03-DM, white	241 RUB

Schneider Electric SEDNA SDN2200521

Rating: 4.9

Experts saw the optimal ratio of price and quality in the Schneider Electric SEDNA SDN2200521 dimmer. French development is produced in different countries of the world (Hungary, China, Spain), thanks to which it is possible to offer consumers an attractive price. The rotary-push type dimmer is intended for use in a household power supply (220 V, 60-500 W). The lighting devices are switched on and off by pressing the handle. The dimmer is easy to install, it can replace a conventional switch, thanks to the quick-release terminals, the wire is easily attached to the regulator, the bare ends are isolated from each other by a special divider. The experts gave the dimmer the first place in our rating.

Users have no concerns about the price, quality and functionality of the switch.

Advantages

• high-quality assembly;
• affordable price;
• two-channel design;
• quick-release terminals.

disadvantages

• not found.

Werkel WL01-DM600-LED / Backlit Dimmer (White)

Rating: 4.8

The Werkel WL01-DM600-LED dimmer attracted the attention of experts with its practicality and stylish design. The Swedish-Chinese device is designed to adjust the illumination of incandescent and halogen lamps. The mode of operation of the device can be easily controlled by the intensity of the glow of the contour LED-backlight The manufacturer used durable polycarbonate to create the case, which is resistant to mechanical stress. The modern appearance of the dimmer makes it versatile, it will harmoniously fit into any interior. For the elegance and economy of SMD LEDs, the model becomes the silver medalist in our rating.

Domestic users praise the dimmer for its practicality, spectacular illumination and affordable price.

Advantages

• durable body;
• beautiful appearance;
• affordable price;
• simple operation.

disadvantages

• not found.

LEGRAND Valena Life 300W

Rating: 4.7

The widest range of lighting fixtures can work with the LEGRAND Valena Life dimmer. These are not only incandescent and halogen lamps, but fluorescent and LED devices. The power range is from 5 to 300 W, which is slightly lower than that of the leaders in the rating. The dimmer also loses in terms of price, the model is the most expensive in our review. The dimmer remembers the last setting, when the lamps are turned on for 2 seconds, the lighting level is gradually set. The device is installed in a standard niche of the switch; a rotary mechanism is used to adjust the light intensity.

Users are satisfied with the versatility of the dimmer, its workmanship and reliability. Of the minuses, there is a high price and capacity limitation.

Advantages

• high-quality assembly;
• a wide range of dimmable lamps;
• ease of connection;
• durability.

disadvantages

• high price;
• low power limit.

Schneider Electric Blanca BLNSS040012

Rating: 4.6

The Schneider Electric Blanca BLNSS040012 dimmer can work with low-voltage lamps. The total power of lighting devices is limited to 400 W, it can be halogens, incandescent lamps and LED devices. The device has a rotary-push design, the monoblock is installed only in single-post mounting boxes. No additional wiring is required for connection, the manufacturer has provided electronic protection for the dimmer in case of overload. The experts included the device in our rating for the embossed rotary knob.

The versatility of the dimmer is considered by many users to be an advantage of the French device. But the Russian assembly is not always of European quality.

Advantages

• reliable design;
• easy installation;
• embossed regulator;
• electronic overload protection.

disadvantages

• power limitation;
• not always a high-quality assembly.

IKEA TRADFRI Wireless dimmer (003.478.31)

Rating: 4.5

IKEA has developed a whole series of devices for organizing lighting in accordance with the “smart home” concept. Wireless dimmer IKEA TRADFRI works in conjunction with smart lamps of the same series. The device is able to control the operation of 10 lamps at the same time. Thanks to the magnetic base, the wireless dimmer can be attached to steel surfaces. The device is powered by a battery, the operating range is 10 m. The experts included the development of the Dutch manufacturer in our rating for an innovative approach.

Users are still eyeing a wireless dimmer. Reaping the full benefits of a modern device requires a significant investment in the transition to a smart home concept.

Advantages

• ease of management;
• magnetic mount;
• long-term operation on one battery (2 years);
• you can set up communication via the Internet.

disadvantages

• smart bulbs required.

IEK QUARTA EDK10-K01-03-DM, white

Rating: 4.4

You can feel all the advantages of dimmers using the most affordable model IEK KVARTA EDK10-K01-03-DM. The Chinese manufacturer preferred the classic rotary dimmer design. The device is designed to control a lighting system with a power of up to 400 W. The budget dimmer has some limitations, it is not suitable for use with fluorescent and LED lamps. The internal structure also looks modest, the wires are fixed with clamping screws. The cross-sectional area of ​​the aluminum or copper conductor should be no more than 2.5 square meters. mm. The experts included the dimmer in our rating for affordability and ease of use.

Users in the reviews report the unreliability of the device, most of all complaints come to the fixing clamps.

Advantages

• low price;
• simple construction;
• convenient control;
• durable body.

disadvantages

• narrow scope of application;
• unreliable clamps.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.