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Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch

Lutron / DVRF-5NS

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Does the Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch work with HomeKit, Alexa, and Google Home?

The Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch (DVRF-5NS) needs a neutral wire.

It is an on/off paddle switch for up to 5 A of lighting or 3 A of fan. For multi-location control, pair it with a Claro accessory switch or a Pico remote. It suits HomeKit, Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings users, with native support through the maker's hub. Home Assistant users reach it through an integration (the maker's hub).

At a glance: works withHow this is decided: cited platform facts only
HomeKit
Yes[1][2]
Proprietary + hub, native
Google Home
Yes[3][4]
Proprietary + hub, native
Alexa
Yes[4][5]
Proprietary + hub, native
SmartThings
Yes[6]
Proprietary + hub, native
Home Assistant
Yes[7]
Proprietary + hub, via lutron_caseta

Key facts

Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch facts

How facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
FactValue
StatusCurrent[8]
GroupSwitches and fan control[8]
StyleClaro[8]
Load5 A lighting, 3 A fan[8]
Neutral wireRequired[8]
Hub neededHub required for scheduling[8][9]
ColorsWhite, ivory, light almond, black, gray, brown[8]

Integration paths

How the Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch connects

1 pathHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PathRequiresiLocaliFeatures lostPlatformsi
Proprietary + hubHUBLutron Caséta Smart Hub[2][9]Yes[2]unknown
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Requires
Hardware the path needs beyond the device and a controller.
Local
Yes when control on this path keeps working with the internet down.
Platforms
The platforms that work with the device on this path: Native (out of the box), Via integration (needs an add-on) or Not supported.

Home Assistant and Homey

Ways to add the Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch

2 routesHow facts are sourced: every cell cites its source below
PlatformLeveliIntegrationDetailsEvidenceLimitations
Home AssistantNative (local)[7]lutron_casetaProprietary + hub
  • Quality: No score[7]
  • IoT class: Local Push[7]
  • Works with Home Assistant: Not certified[7]
Vendor system covered, model not namedNone stated
HomeyOfficial app (local)[10]com.casetawirelessProprietary + hubModel namedNone stated
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Level
How the device gets into the platform on this route. The headline is the best route: local before cloud, direct before bridged, core before community. The methodology page lists every level.

Cite this page

Lutron Caséta Claro Smart Switch. Smart Home Canon. https://smarthomecanon.com/devices/lutron-caseta-claro-smart-switch. Last checked 2026-10-20.

Sources

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    MFRassets.lutron.com / Lutron Smart Bridge and Smart Bridge PRO specification submittal (369816, 2019-06-27)
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    MFRcasetawireless.com / Smart lighting control for Google Home - Caséta by Lutron
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    MFRcasetawireless.com / Compatible smart home devices - Caséta by Lutron
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    MFRcasetawireless.com / Smart lighting control for Alexa - Caséta by Lutron
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    MFRcasetawireless.com / Smart lighting control for Samsung SmartThings - Caséta by Lutron
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    DOChome-assistant.io / Lutron Caséta - Home Assistant integration
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    MFRcasetawireless.com / Claro Smart Switch - Caséta by Lutron
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    MFRcasetawireless.com / Smart Hub (formerly Smart Bridge) - Caséta by Lutron
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    DOChomey.app / Homey App Store: Lutron Caséta
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