Are Lutron Serena shades worth it?

Easy setup and robust features makes Serena smart shades a great addition to any smart home. I liked that I could control them not just with Lutron’s app and remote, but with a host of other smart-home systems, too. Lutron Serena shades look and work great; it’s just a shame that they’re so expensive.

Do triathlon shades work with Caseta?

The HomeKit-enabled Caséta Wireless Smart Bridge (a do-it-yourself solution) supports Serena battery-powered shades, while the Smart Bridge PRO (a professionally-installed solution) supports Lutron Sivoia® QS Triathlon wireless shades (both roller and fashion honeycomb styles), plus Sivoia QS drapery tracks, the Kirbé®

How much do Lutron Serena shades cost?

How much do Lutron Serena shades cost? Lutron Serena shades start at $129, plus shipping and tax, for the most basic shade with no motor. Adding a motor (wired or battery powered) will add $125 per shade.

Are Lutron shades battery operated?

Experience luxury at an affordable price with Serena shades by Lutron. These ultra-quiet battery-powered shades install wirelessly, and can be operated from anywhere in the room using a remote control.

Are Serena shades expensive?

Lutron’s Serena Remote Controlled Shades can’t solve the price problem (each unit costing around $350 at the least, plus $150 for the Caseta Bridge that integrates with Apple HomeKit). But their hefty price tag makes a little more sense than what you’ll pay for other smart shades.

Why are Serena shades so expensive?

The Lutron app Serena shades are controlled by Lutron’s proprietary Clear Connect radio technology, so part of the added cost is the requirement to buy a Lutron Smart Bridge, which costs about $80.

What is RA2 select?

The RA2 Select main repeater lets you control your lights and shades on your smartphone or tablet, from anywhere in the world using the free Lutron App. The Pico is available as a keypad, for scene control, or as a remote, for individual light and shade control. The main repeater supports up to 100 devices.

Why is Lutron so expensive?

Why are Lutron Products expensive? Lutron products are expensive because they are the highest quality of lighting available in the market. Lutron outlets are sleeker in design, longer-lasting, and fade resistant than other brands. Its dimmer switches are highly intuitive, durable, and easy to install.

What shades are compatible with Lutron?

The powerful Lutron Caséta Wireless App can control Serena shades and Caséta dimmers to create mood-perfect scenes.

Are motorized shades worth it?

Yes, they are worth the investment! They add to the security, privacy, and efficiency of your home. Also, when motorized window treatments are integrated with a smart lighting or automation system, the drapes and/or shades can move in concert with other systems like lighting, music and HVAC.

How long do Lutron shade batteries last?

Yes, the batteries will last over 3 years on a 3 ft x 5 ft light filtering shade, assuming the shade moves up and down twice a day, 365 days a year. That means the shade has the potential to move over 4,000 times on a single set of batteries.