DEWENWILS brings its practical outdoor electrical know-how to the smart home with this Wi-Fi Matter Dimmer Plug. Its real advantage is platform freedom. Because it’s Matter-certified, it works natively in Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, or SmartThings. You’re not locked into one ecosystem, and everyone in the house can control the lights from their preferred app.

The dimming performance is where it earns its keep. It adjusts outdoor string lights from a soft, ambient glow to full, bright illumination without any flicker or jarring steps. The 2-amp rating is specific, so it’s designed for LED string lights, not high-power patio heaters or tools. Control is simple: set schedules for dusk-to-dawn operation, group it with other lights, or adjust brightness on the fly from your phone, whether you’re on the patio or away from home.

Installation requires wiring the plug into your light string’s cord using the included crimp connectors. This is a permanent splice, so it’s best for a dedicated set of lights you plan to leave up. The ON-OFF-ON operation mode offers manual control at the plug itself, a thoughtful backup for when the Wi-Fi is acting up.