Sonoff FAQs

A Sonoff Smart Switch is a wireless, remote-controlled switch that can be used to control electronic devices in your home.

If you care about seeing the water temperature of your water heater, and the distance between the Sonoff device and the water tank is less than 5 meters, check out the Sonoff TH Origin 20A or Sonoff TH Elite 20A and the Sonoff temperature sensor.

If your water heater requires less than 7A, than the Sonoff BASICR4 is the best choice.

If your water heater requires between 8A and 17A, and you do not care about monitoring the temperature, than the Tongou eWeLink Smart Circuit Breaker 63A is the best choice. As a bonus, you also get to monitor the power used by the water heater.

The Sonoff Basic and Sonoff Mini are both smart home devices made by the company Sonoff. They are both WiFi-enabled and can be controlled remotely through the eWeLink app on your smartphone.

However, there are a few key differences between the two devices. The Sonoff Basic is a larger device that can be used to control a wide range of appliances, including lamps, fans, and other home appliances. It comes with a standard-sized (86mm x 86mm) wall plate that fits over a single gang electrical box.

On the other hand, the Sonoff Mini is a smaller, more compact device that is designed to control smaller appliances, such as lights and outlets. It comes with a smaller (45mm x 23mm) wall plate that can fit into a single gang electrical box or be mounted directly onto a surface using the included mounting screws.

In terms of features, both devices offer the same basic functionality, including the ability to turn appliances on and off remotely and set up timers and schedules. However, the Sonoff Mini has a few additional features, such as the ability to control the device using voice commands through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Overall, the main difference between the Sonoff Basic R4 and Sonoff Mini R4 is the size and design of the devices, as well as a few additional features on the Mini.

• The Sonoff BASICR4 is a DIY switch, meaning that you will need to use your own wires to link it to input and output.
• The Sonoff S26R2 is a smart plug, it does not require any DIY work. You just plug it in your wall outlet.

Check out the SONOFF 4CH PRO R3 4-gang Wi-Fi Smart Switch.  It supports four channels of 220V AC or 9-23V DC.

Or check out the SmartWise 5V-32V smart switch, which works with the eWeLink app. It supports 5V-32V DC.

Check out the Sonoff MICRO.

If your wall switch contains one button, then check out the Sonoff MINI R4.

If your wall switch contains two buttons, then check out the Sonoff DUAL R3.

If you’re looking for an all-in-one solution with touch screen and two buttons, check the Sonoff NSPanel.

Check out the Sonoff Dual R3. It is a two-gang smart switch relay product that can measure power usage in a small size. It is a flush-mounted Wi-Fi smart dual relay switch module that can be installed behind any standard switch or electric socket. It is compatible with lights and roller shutters. Check this video to learn more:

• In English: https://youtu.be/BDc9uROtJus
• In Arabic: https://youtu.be/s_pRLqBM0Oo

If you’re looking for an all-in-one solution, check the Sonoff NSPanel.

Check out the Sonoff NSPanel. It has two buttons and a touch screen. It can help you achieve the use of specific scene modes in different scenes with one tap. In addition to the scenario based control, it is compatible with almost all sonoff devices and the central control function of the control group.

Yes, you can share the device with your family members, check this video out: https://youtu.be/G6VrOKCtSJ4

If you want to share only one specific device(not all the devices in your home), then check this out : https://youtu.be/CtHZ2WxwVcc

Yes, there is a power-on state setting in the app. You can define this setting in the eWeLink app, check this video to learn how: https://youtu.be/1AGixapLEO0

To set up a Sonoff Smart Switch, you will need to download the eWeLink app and follow the instructions for connecting the switch to your home’s Wi-Fi network.

Yes, you can control your Sonoff Smart Switch with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant by connecting the switch to the eWeLink app and linking the app to your Alexa or Google Assistant account.

Yes, you can schedule your Sonoff Smart Switch to turn on and off automatically through the eWeLink app.

No, there is no limit to the number of Sonoff Smart Switches that you can control with the eWeLink app.

Yes, you can control your Sonoff Smart Switch remotely through the eWeLink app.

You have two options:

• Option A:
  • If your AC saves its power state after electricity is restored, you can use a Sonoff BASIC R2 or Sonoff smart plug to control it ON/OFF and set schedules.
  • If your AC does not save its power after electricity is restored, using a Sonoff smart plug or Sonoff basic will not help and you should check the option B.
• Option B ( If your AC has an infrared remote):
  • You can use the Broadlink RM Mini 4C to control it on/off and change its temperature and other settings. Check this video to learn how to use the Broadlink to control your AC.
    • Note: The Broadlink does not remember the state of your AC(just like the remote), it just assumes it. So if the AC is off and you turn it on using the Broadlink app, it will turn on, and if it is on and you turn it on as well from the Broadlink app, it will turn off, because the ON/OFF signal is the same IR signal (unless your AC has separate buttons for on and off).
  • Another popular option with HomeKit via Matter.: SwitchBot Hub 2 A video can be found here.

The main differences between the Sonoff S26R2 and S60 smart plugs are:

• Energy monitoring: The S60 has built-in energy monitoring, which allows you to track your appliance’s power consumption daily, monthly, and yearly. The S26R2 doesn’t have this feature.
• Overload protection: The S60 has overload protection, which automatically cuts power if the appliance plugged in exceeds the maximum safe load. The S26R2 lacks this safety feature.