Do You Need a Neutral Wire to Install a Smart Light Switch? Not Always.
If you've ever looked into upgrading your home lighting, you've probably seen this requirement: "Needs a neutral wire." But what if your home doesn’t have one? Many older homes—and even some modern apartments—weren’t wired with neutral lines at every switch. Does that mean you can’t enjoy smart lighting? Not anymore.
Why Most Smart Switches Require a Neutral Wire
Neutral wires provide a return path for current, which keeps most smart switches powered—even when the light is off. That’s how they stay connected to WiFi or cloud-based apps.
But here's the issue:
- Most older homes don’t have neutral wires at the switch box.
- Installing one requires an electrician and potentially breaking walls.
- Not ideal for renters, seniors, or DIY beginners.
AuriLink Works Without a Neutral Wire
AuriLink is designed to work in homes that lack a neutral wire. How? Because it doesn’t rely on constant WiFi connectivity, cloud syncing, or apps. It uses local voice recognition and built-in power management to function safely and effectively.
- ✅ No neutral wire required
- ✅ No WiFi needed
- ✅ No app or phone required
- ✅ Installs in under 3 minutes
Smart Lighting Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated
Whether you're retrofitting an older home, helping elderly parents upgrade, or simply want to avoid rewiring—AuriLink is the easiest smart switch for real-world homes.
Use simple voice commands like:
- "Turn off all the lights"
- "Turn on the Living Room light"
Skip the Electrician. Install It Yourself.
With AuriLink, you get the benefits of smart lighting without the wires, WiFi, or complexity. Just say the word—and the lights obey.