RadioRA 2 or HomeWorks: Which Lutron Control System Is Best?

Lutron is an industry leader in residential lighting control, with solutions for virtually any home. From single smart dimmers to whole-home light management systems, Lutron delivers best-in-class products to help homeowners in Los Angeles, CA, and beyond improve everyday comfort and convenience.

Two notable smart lighting control systems offered by Lutron are Radio RA 2 and HomeWorks. Beyond lights, these systems can control your window shades and thermostats, too! So, how do these systems differ? Which one should you consider for your unique home? Let’s answer these questions below.

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RadioRA 2: Great for Retrofits

RadioRA 2 is Lutron’s comprehensive and entirely wireless control system. It’s ideal for retrofits since there’s no need to open walls for rewiring. Instead, wall switches are replaced with wireless smart switches, dimmers, and keypads. Plus, integrate motorized shades, thermostats, and sensors, too!

While RadioRA 2 isn’t Lutron’s only wireless control system, it’s the best option for larger homes. Not only does it support up to 200 devices and coverage for up to 7,500 square feet, but it also presents homeowners with a wide selection of wall controls. Lutron’s Grafik T and SeeTouch wall controls are highly configurable and come in various colors and finishes to match your décor.

With a RadioRA 2 control system, you can also conveniently operate lights and climate using the Lutron Connect app, which offers easy remote management of your devices, scene creation, and more. Or for hands-free control, add voice control capability through popular voice assistants like Amazon Alexa!

 

HomeWorks: Great for New Builds

HomeWorks is considered Lutron’s most high-end and customizable home control system. Capable of wireless and wired system communication, HomeWorks is ideal for new builds where homeowners may want to wire their load control devices to one centralized location, like a basement or closet.

Because a centralized system design eliminates the need for local control devices in every space, homeowners can reduce cluttered wall switches that distract from their interior design (often called "wall acne") and select the best wall keypad locations for convenient control of lights and climate.

HomeWorks supports up to 10,000 devices and coverage for up to 50,000 square feet! It also offers the widest range of elegant wall controls, which provides for much more complex and customized home designs. Additionally, HomeWorks is compatible with Ketra tunable LEDs so homeowners can take advantage of tunable white and colored light to energize and beautify their spaces.

Like RadioRA 2, homeowners can also control their lights, shades, and thermostats using the Lutron Connect app, voice control, one-tap scenes, and automated schedules.

 

Our Lutron Dealers Can Help You Decide

Let the Lutron dealers at Vision and Sound help you select the right lighting control system for your budget and home. We’d love to talk to you about your project! Book a free consultation by contacting us here or messaging us in the live chat box below.

You can also view our suite of Lutron video tutorials to explore what’s possible with the Lutron Connect app. Learn basic navigation tips, how to create lighting and temperature schedules, and more!

 

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