Overview
SmartWings motorized roller shades are described as smart blinds for windows with blackout opacity and automatic operation. This product is described as blocking 100% of natural light for privacy and light blockage, and it is described as suitable for bedrooms, media rooms, or any room where privacy and light blockage are desired. It is described as a cordless, customized roller shade option with multiple motor choices, including HomeKit-focused control options.
Key takeaways
- SmartWings motorized blackout roller shades are described as blocking 100% of natural light with blackout opacity.
- The vinyl material is described as 35% fiberglass and 65% PVC, and described as waterproof, oilproof, and dustyfree.
- Control is described as available by remote, app, and voice control, including Siri voice commands for HomeKit setups.
- The motor is described as Li-ion rechargeable with 4–6 months of use after a full charge, with USB-C charging and an optional solar panel charging option.
- Installation is described as using straight line positioning and 4 screws included, with assembly described as 10–20 minutes, and it supports ceiling mounted and side wall mounted setups.
- Buyers commonly describe the blinds as working well or working as promised.
What the product is designed to do
This product is described as a motorized blackout shade system intended to block 100% of natural light and support privacy and light blockage. The blackout fabric is described as durable and intended for spaces such as bedrooms and media rooms. The vinyl material is described as fully shaded and waterproof, and the shade is described as easy to clean. Scheduling is described as allowing timers to open and close the motorized shades automatically based on a routine, including sunrise and sunset.
The smart control options are described across multiple motor choices, including a Thread motor described as working with HomeKit via Thread networking technology and a Matter motor described as working with various certified smart home platforms. HomeKit operation is described as connecting via Bluetooth, and the system is described as controllable through Apple devices and Siri voice commands. The standard remote is described as controlling up to 15 shades at the same time or separately.
Materials, dimensions, and technical details
| Detail | Described specification |
|---|---|
| Material | 35% fiberglass, 65% PVC |
| Material type | Vinyl (described as waterproof, oilproof, dustyfree) |
| Opacity | Blackout (described as blocking 100% of natural light) |
| Product dimensions | 8"L x 3"W |
| Customization range | Width 16" to 110"; height 22" to 121"; valance and bottom rod customizable |
| Motor noise | Described as <35dB |
| Maximum load-bearing | Described as 5KGS |
| Battery | Li-ion rechargeable battery; described as 4–6 months of use after full charge |
Motor options are described as SW101 Standard Motor, SW201 Smart Motor (Zigbee Motor), SW401 Z-Wave Motor, SW501 Thread Motor, and SW301 Matter motor. The SW401 Z-Wave Motor is described as working with Hubitat and SmartThings hub. The SW501 Thread Motor is described as working with HomeKit via Thread networking technology. The SW301 Matter motor is described as requiring a Matter-compatible smart home hub with Thread Border Router functionality and described as working with certified platforms like Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home.
Installation and placement notes
These smart shades are described as requiring straight line positioning and using 4 screws included in the package to finish the assembly within 10–20 minutes. Installation support is described for ceiling mounted and side wall mounted placement. The ordering process is described as referring to a measurement guide when ordering, and the product is described as custom-made with width and height options. Valance and bottom rod are also described as customizable.
Performance characteristics described in the listing
The blackout fabric is described as durable and described as blocking 100% of natural light. The vinyl material is described as waterproof and fully shaded, and it is described as easy to clean. The motor is described as having a Li-ion rechargeable battery and described as usable for 4–6 months after a full charge. Multiple charging options are described, including a USB-C plug charging cable and an optional solar panel, and the motors are described as able to pair to a Smartwings solar panel.
Control features are described across remote control, app control, voice control, and scheduling. A standard remote is described as controlling at most 15 shades at the same time or separately, and when the remote control display number is 0 it is described as controlling all the blinds you set per your command. App control is described for HomeKit motorized roller shades via Bluetooth, and a home hub (HomePod, HomePod mini, or Apple TV) is described as enabling control from anytime and anywhere. Voice control is described as working with Apple HomeKit (iOS 13 or above), Apple Watch, and Apple TV, including Siri commands such as “Hey Siri, Open the shade.” Scheduling is described as letting you set timers to open and close automatically, including sunrise and sunset.
The motor is described as super quiet <35dB with large torque and described as having a maximum load-bearing of 5KGS. A 24-month warranty is described for motors and controls.
Review patterns buyers commonly mention
Buyers commonly describe the blinds as working well or working as promised.
Pros
- Described as blocking 100% of natural light with blackout opacity for privacy and light blockage.
- Described vinyl material (35% fiberglass, 65% PVC) that is waterproof, oilproof, and dustyfree, and described as easy to clean.
- Described smart control options including remote control, HomeKit app control via Bluetooth, and Siri voice control.
- Described rechargeable motor with 4–6 months of use after full charge, with USB-C charging and a solar panel option.
- Buyers commonly describe the blinds as working well or working as promised.
Cons
- SW101 Standard Motor is described as needing a smart hub (need to buy separately) to connect to all versions Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Other versions of devices and Google are described as needing a smart HUB for the SW201 Smart Motor (Zigbee Motor).
- SmartWings Matter shades are described as needing a Matter-compatible smart home hub with Thread Border Router functionality for SW301 Matter motor.
FAQ
What is this shade described as?
It is described as SmartWings motorized roller shades with blackout opacity, intended to block 100% of natural light for privacy and light blockage.
What material is it described as using?
It is described as vinyl material made of 35% fiberglass and 65% PVC, and described as waterproof, oilproof, and dustyfree.
How is it described as being controlled?
Control is described through a standard remote, app control for HomeKit via Bluetooth, and voice control with Siri through Apple HomeKit. The standard remote is described as controlling up to 15 shades at the same time or separately.
What power and charging options are described?
The motor is described as using a Li-ion rechargeable battery with 4–6 months of use after a full charge. Charging is described via USB-C plug charging cable, and an optional solar panel is described as an option, with motors described as able to pair to the Smartwings solar panel.
How is installation described?
Installation is described as using straight line positioning and 4 screws included in the package, with assembly described as 10–20 minutes. It is described as supporting ceiling mounted and side wall mounted setups.
What smart motor options are described?
Motor options are described as SW101 Standard Motor, SW201 Smart Motor (Zigbee Motor), SW401 Z-Wave Motor, SW501 Thread Motor, and SW301 Matter motor. The SW501 Thread Motor is described as working with HomeKit via Thread networking technology, and the SW301 Matter motor is described as working with certified smart home platforms with a Matter-compatible hub that has Thread Border Router functionality.
If you want to explore the customization and control options, you can view these motorized roller shades for the described sizing range and motor selections.