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Fosmon C 10683 Wireless Remote Control Outdoor Electrical Outlet Switch Weatherproof Heavy Duty 3 Prong Plug in ETL Listed Battery Included 1 PACK
Last Updated: October 16, 2019 (Refresh Now)
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Remote
223control, outlet, lights, shop, button
+73%
-27%
" ... Plug it in look for the flashing light, press the remote button, programming done. ... "
" ... How I use mine: Instead of running my circulation pump for instant hot water which is on a timer--I leave the remote in the bathroom and whenever I need hot water I can turn on and off as needed. ... Remote has no trouble sending signal a couple rooms away. ... "
" ... Remote works through ceiling and walls up to about 75 feet! ... "
" ... Very easy to link up remote & switch but every time you disconnect the switch from AC, you have to retrain. ... "
" ... It's so convenient to hang the remote by the door and not have to go out in the bad weather to plug or unplug them. ... "
" ... I have a few and the remote controls do not interfere with each other. ... "
" ... Wireless remote works great. ... "
" ... Now when I use either remote it controls both devices at the same time. ... "
Product Reliability
102working, months, stopped working, unit, weeks
+53%
-47%
" ... Worked when I received it. ... "
" ... I plan to use it for Christmas lights next year. ... "
" ... And if this one suddenly failed, I feel like I have gotten worth from it by now and would buy again to replace it. ... "
" ... Let's see how long it last. ... "
" ... Working great after a couple of months. ... "
" ... Worked out of the box as expected. ... "
" ... Worked as expected. ... "
" ... We'll see how long it lasts. ... "
Ease of Use
85easy, easy to use, use, simple, works great
+98%
-2%
" ... Easy to set up! ... "
" ... It was easy peazy to install & so easy to use👍🏻Just love it! ... "
" ... Super simple To use. ... "
" ... Straight forward to hook up and use. ... "
" ... Easy to setup. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up and worked well the first night. ... "
" ... Easy to install and worked first time. ... "
" ... One button makes it easy to operate in the dark . ... "
Capacity
65house, inside the house, lights, feet, inside
+95%
-5%
" ... works great to turn on the Christmas lights from inside the house. ... "
" ... I use it it control my outdoor fountain, which I can turn on and off from my living room. ... "
" ... Now I don't have to reach behind my couch and hurt my back to turn on my floor lamps! ... "
" ... and then turn it back on again when we leave the room. ... "
" ... Your results will vary as I am in a rural area. ... "
" ... It does not need line of sight, and I found that it even works from the other end of the house through several walls. ... "
" ... I used this product for turning on and off a backyard waterfall, about 40 feet away from the house. ... "
" ... If you have plenty of room near where you need it it will work great. ... "
Setup
64instructions, easy, install, follow, use
+86%
-14%
" ... Just follow directions. ... "
" ... This is straightforward and worked right out of the box. ... "
" ... Easy to setup. ... "
" ... Followed instructions perfectly 5 times. ... "
" ... This plug was super simple to set up, and works flawlessly! ... "
" ... Set up easy and works fine. ... "
" ... Easy to follow instructions. ... "
" ... It was easy peazy to install & so easy to use👍🏻Just love it! ... "
Cleaning
58shop, dust collection system, vacuum, dust collection, dust
+90%
-10%
" ... Using it for my shop vac and dust collection system. ... "
" ... Its about a third of the cost of other dust collector remotes! ... "
" ... Works great with my HF dust collector! ... "
" ... I was looking for a way to remotely control a dust control vacuum in my woodshop, and this outlet worked beautifully! ... "
" ... This is exactly what I was looking for my dust collection device. ... "
" ... This is especially helpful when the dust collector is blocked by a lot of the material I'm working on/with. ... "
" ... I purchased this switch to operate a shop vac that I use for dust collection in my shop. ... "
" ... I am using three of these wireless remote control outlets on three different dust collection systems in my shop. ... "
Battery Life
55included, batteries, dead, lasts, hope
+40%
-60%
" ... Tried changing batteries and that didn't help. ... "
" ... For the remote you have to take the battery cover off to release the protective cover for the battery. ... The only minor caveat is the battery cover is a bit clumsy to get back on. ... "
" ... I’ve changed batteries and no improvement ... "
" ... Arrived with a dead battery. ... Once I put in the new battery it functioned normally. ... Just frustrating to purchase something and have to troubleshoot it and make a trip to the store to purchase a new battery to make it work. ... "
" ... don't expect the battery they ship to work unit worked fine with new battery dissapointing ... "
" ... It said it came with a battery. ... And there was a package for the battery. ... But no battery. ... "
" ... It did not come with the battery that it was suppose to. ... "
" ... I hope that it works because the battery was not included and was supposed to be , meaning that this is a return item being resold by amazon. ... I will buy a battery to see if it works, if not I am looking at a return for a new and complete unit. ... "
Controls
46turns, turn, remote, push, press
+61%
-39%
" ... Love the one-touch remote button! ... "
" ... I'm using it to control a sump pump as they do not have an on off switch. ... "
" ... I like the single button for on/off. ... "
" ... The range is definitely better and pressing the same button for on/off is so much easier. ... "
" ... Works well, simple to use (you push a button . ... "
" ... Allows me to turn on the backyard lights with the click of a button. ... "
" ... It works great I just hit the button and like magic it turns on! ... "
" ... Using on swamp cooler, no more having to control from front panel. ... "
Marketplace
41described, advertised, amazon, seller, worked
+85%
-15%
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... Worked as described. ... "
" ... Worked as described. ... "
" ... Great product, great seller. ... "
" ... Thank you to everyone at Fosmon! ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... I purchased one of these from Amazon and I've been very happy with it. ... "
Price
33money, waste, value, fair, awesome
+82%
-18%
" ... I could buy 4 for the price of some others. ... "
" ... Can't Beat The Price!! ... "
" ... That and it also a lot cheaper (cheaper in price) that is . ... "
" ... Much better than the other brands that cost 6 times more ... "
" ... A 15 Amp switch at this price is a true bargain. ... "
" ... A very handy item at a fair price. ... "
" ... It's a good product at a very fair price and I will buy it again for other things ... "
" ... Suc a great value. ... "
Network
30walls, house, feet, 20 feet, 100
+77%
-23%
" ... Has an amazing range. ... "
" ... I've had no problem turning it on from anywhere in the house, even downstairs. ... "
" ... Worked awesomely, within 40 feet everytime (didn't need a larger range). ... "
" ... The range can activate it from upstairs. ... "
" ... I am using it through walls that are 3 1/2 inches thick with solid insulation and at quite a distance away. ... "
" ... I also like the range, being able to turn it on from inside the house. ... "
" ... Long range and works thru walls if it’s plugged in a ways away. ... "
" ... Super product with good range, mine is 70' from my house. ... "
Features
29turn, light, outside, tree, shop
+93%
-7%
" ... Just one push of the button and outside lights come on ... "
" ... We use it for a waterfall feature in our backyard and it’s just one little touch of the button and it turns on or off! ... "
" ... We are using it to turn the waterfall feature of our pond on and off. ... "
" ... There is a handy red light that indicated whether the power is on or off. ... "
" ... It works no matter where it's pointed and from anywhere in my shop with just a light touch. ... "
" ... Put it in my shop to control some lights that are to high to reach ... "
" ... I also have one for my Xmas tree lights. ... "
" ... Turns outside lights on/off from inside house. ... "
Returns
26return, replacement, return window, back, sent it back
+15%
-85%
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... I waited too long to return. ... "
" ... I returned it to Amazon and received a replacement. ... "
" ... Amazon sent a replacement and it never worked. ... "
" ... Tried to cancel the replacement, but it was already on its way! ... "
" ... Think I’ll return. ... "
" ... Not even worth sending it back. ... "
" ... Sent it back. ... "
Build Quality
25battery, materials, heavy duty, durable, insulating
+68%
-32%
" ... I am using this to control an interior photolight and so cannot speak about its weatherproofing, but given the quality of materials, design and documentation, I would venture that it will be reliable in this setting as well. ... "
" ... Heavy duty and works like a charm. ... "
" ... Seems heavy duty. ... "
" ... I needed pliers to grip it. ... "
" ... being it is ETL rated made me feel safer to use. ... "
" ... Sturdy Unit Functions as advertised. ... "
" ... Seems very durable ... "
" ... Other than temporarily nearing the point of crushing it under my heel, I feel that it works fine and seems well made. ... "
Ports
24outlet, unplugging, turn, plugging, plug and play
+83%
-17%
" ... Saves Time Plugging In & Unplugging Different Lines!! ... "
" ... plug and go. ... "
" ... No more plugging and unplugging ... "
" ... Plug in and go! ... "
" ... This plug was super simple to set up, and works flawlessly! ... "
" ... Works well and has a plug which allows you to plug into an outlet or electrical strip. ... "
" ... plug it into the outlet, plug in the lights and you're done. ... "
" ... I can plug this device into the outlet, route the cord out and close the outlet cover like you are supposed to be able to do. ... "
Product As Described
23described, advertised, worked, product, exactly
+96%
-4%
" ... Works as stated. ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... Works as described ... "
" ... The device works as advertised. ... "
" ... Worked as described. ... "
" ... Works as advertised! ... "
" ... It works as described. ... "
" ... Excellent product that works perfectly as described! ... "
Device Compatibility
20device, switch, simple, paired, control
+70%
-30%
" ... Paired immediately with no issue. ... "
" ... This is a very useful device. ... "
" ... Easily paired and then plugged it in and works great. ... "
" ... Tried the “smart” switch. ... "
" ... Simple pairing procedure with a long range. ... "
" ... This is a great device. ... "
" ... This is a very handy device! ... "
" ... If you're looking for a simple way of turning a switch on and off WITHOUT having to download an app and use bluetooth etc this is a great way to go. ... PS I love bluetooth, but this is so straight forward its great. ... "
Delivery
17works great, arrived, quick, ordered, expected
+94%
-6%
" ... AS ADVERTIZED WORKS GREAT , VERY TIMELY SHIPPING GOOD JOB ... "
" ... Delivery was quick. ... "
" ... Ordered and Arrived on time ... "
" ... Of course they come two or six in the package. ... "
" ... And delivered the next day! ... "
" ... We liked it so much that we ordered another one, the same day that it was delivered. ... "
" ... Arrived in time works as advertised ... "
" ... Works great and arrived quick. ... "
Water Resistance
16pump, pool, waterproof, rain, weather proof
+100%
" ... Works great for my outdoor water feature. ... "
" ... However, for my application I use it indoors, so I don't care if it is water-tight or not. ... "
" ... I use this remote to start the waterfall in my pool. ... "
" ... Can't speak to weather proof capability as I simply haven't used it in a wet environment ... "
" ... great for outdoor lights since cousin dumped the original in the water ... "
" ... I got this for my light in the swimming pool. ... "
" ... We like that's it's weather proof. ... "
" ... When it rains there is ticking, so i use this to turn off the fence and it is completely waterproof and has a good radius of functionality ... "
Fit
13belt loop, battery, lid, lanyard, holds
+62%
-38%
" ... It was compact and fit in the limited space, and worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... Needed a solution to switch the lights off and on in our gazebo, this seemed to fit the bill well, it's been trouble free all year long since spring, I'm more than happy with it ... "
" ... I place it on a carabiner and hook it onto my belt loop while I’m working. ... "
" ... prop started immediately. ... "
" ... It all fit under the lower grill of the fireplace. ... "
" ... I put it on a carabiner and keep it hooked to my belt loop while I'm working. ... "
" ... We'll see if it holds up! ... "
" ... I put It on a lanyard to make it easier to hold onto and find. ... "
Suction
11shop, turn, one, control, workshop
+82%
-18%
" ... Just purchased it recently and it works very well with my small shop vacuum, as far as long term, time will tell. ... "
" ... No dislike, I use it to turn on and off the vacuum in my garage ... "
" ... The new one works just as well as the more expensive one, so I installed the second one a second vacuum. ... "
" ... I only turn on the vacuum when I need, which keeps the shop nice and quiet. ... "
" ... I have the vacuum and power switch in my shed and the vacuum pipes go from my shed to my workshop. ... "
" ... Very convenient to use, mine is used to turn of and on my dust extractor vacuum. ... "
" ... I use it in my workshop for my vacuum system. ... "
" ... Using product to control sawdust vacuum that was located across the garage from my table saw. ... "
Size
11compact, works, nice, convenient, space
+100%
" ... It was compact and fit in the limited space, and worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... Compact and easy to use. ... "
" ... This is a very handy device! ... "
" ... Comes in very handy. ... "
" ... Heavy duty and works like a charm. ... "
" ... This works great and I'm surprised at how far the siognal from the remore travels. ... "
" ... Slick rig, handy for many uses. ... "
Cables
9turn, extension cord, cord, wire, light
+56%
-44%
" ... I needed something to turn on a fountain without having to climb under bushes and plug in the extension cord. ... Plugged it and the extension cord in permanently, and now I can sit back and turn things on and off. ... "
" ... I can plug this device into the outlet, route the cord out and close the outlet cover like you are supposed to be able to do. ... "
" ... Ease of installation now there's no unplugging and plugging of the extension cord ... "
" ... 5: It would have been just as easy to plug the light cord directly into the receptacle ... "
" ... Installed new LED tube lights on my garage ceiling that did not come with a light cord. ... "
Storage
8space, holds, battery, tape, refrigerator
+88%
-13%
" ... It was compact and fit in the limited space, and worked flawlessly. ... "
" ... I have sealed this one in a ziplock bag, and so far it has been great. ... "
" ... Refrigerator requires monthly defrosting and I was previously forced to pull the refrigerator out from its built-in compartment to unplug it! ... "
" ... Used to operate a 1500W space heater for double off protection. ... "
" ... It was situated at our storage shed. ... "
" ... We'll see if it holds up! ... "
" ... If you have plenty of room near where you need it it will work great. ... "
Overall performance
7one
+100%
" ... does the job ! ... "
" ... NOT THE BEST ONE THAT I HAVE BUT DOES THE JOB AND WORKS OK ... "
" ... Does the job I ordered it for perfectly. ... "
" ... It does the job I intended it to do. ... "
" ... It is way more faster and snappy than the last brand I purchased. ... "
Bluetooth
7simple, time, remote, pair, instructions
+57%
-43%
" ... If you're looking for a simple way of turning a switch on and off WITHOUT having to download an app and use bluetooth etc this is a great way to go. ... PS I love bluetooth, but this is so straight forward its great. ... "
" ... Simple pairing procedure with a long range. ... "
" ... The pairing was easy and it works every time. ... "
Software Platform
6windows, walls, fine, alexa, device
+100%
" ... If I didn't have such an unusual application, it would have worked fine. ... "
" ... The system ios now in place and working fine. ... "
" ... Plan on purchasing more for other applications. ... "
" ... Will be buying more for other applications (such as Christmas lights). ... "
" ... Let's see if Alexa will be better than two pushbuttons. ... "
Pedometer
6save, work, step, many, several
+67%
-33%
" ... This will save many steps. ... "
" ... Saves me countless steps . ... "
" ... Save a lot of steps now. ... "
" ... They work perfectly and save me many steps. ... "
Door
6open, lights, works, used, remote
+83%
-17%
" ... We have a radon mitigation system that plugs in just outside our patio door. ... "
" ... It even works from inside without opening our door. ... "
" ... the remote is next to the door. ... "
" ... Works great,use it on my garage door opener as a lock.theives have devices that can get your code and open your door. ... "
" ... Can be used in doors or outdoors. ... "
Comfort
6time, short, right, remote, hold
+83%
-17%
" ... Attach the remote to your wrist/toolbelt and this thing works great for improving workflow with a shopvac. ... "
" ... his form is not typing right. ... "
" ... I wear the remote around my neck on a pink cord (easy to see) and it saves me a ton of time. ... "
" ... I needed pliers to grip it. ... "
" ... I put It on a lanyard to make it easier to hold onto and find. ... "
For Travel
5trip, store, making, make, battery
+80%
-20%
" ... I decided I was making too many hazardous trips to the shed in the rear of our property to see what the dogs were barking at. ... "
" ... Great for my rope lights along my beach house stairs. ... "
" ... It's just the thing for switching it on and off as needed without having to make a trip each time. ... "
" ... This works great and I'm surprised at how far the siognal from the remore travels. ... "
Outdoor Unit
5plug, outlet, lights, control, waterfall
+100%
" ... We purchased it for an outdoor fountain that was soft wired to an outdoor outlet. ... "
" ... This remote control outdoor plug is really nice and handy for turning on my outdoor waterfall, which I only want to run when I am outside at various times. ... "
" ... We have an outdoor lamp on our front porch ... "
Cable Length
5extension cord, cord, wire, turn, outlet
+60%
-40%
" ... I needed something to turn on a fountain without having to climb under bushes and plug in the extension cord. ... "
" ... I can plug this device into the outlet, route the cord out and close the outlet cover like you are supposed to be able to do. ... "
" ... 5: It would have been just as easy to plug the light cord directly into the receptacle ... "
Water Usage
4using, pump, fountain, use, unit
+100%
" ... We use ours on a water pump that we use to water our garden. ... "
" ... Works great from inside house to water fountain ... "
" ... I went to look at it, and the unit was completely filled with water. ... "
" ... Awesome product, I'm using it to control a water pump. ... "
Power Consumption
4would, use
+75%
-25%
" ... I would only use this for lower power devices ... "
" ... Also, it saves electricity and, most importantly, my sanity. ... "
" ... Seems to have good power management. ... "
As Gift
3+67%
-33%
Print Quality
3+67%
-33%
" ... When I read the very small fine print it said for use up to 1,000 Watts. ... "
" ... Works PERFECT for my 2 HP collector! ... "
Device Stand
3unit
+100%
" ... I put the unit behind 10 inches of block wall and the light outside of course. ... "
" ... The LED on the wall unit will go solid, then off. ... "
" ... I have it hooked up to a wall hung shop vac. ... "
Defective Delivery
3worked
-100%
" ... Unfortuneately, I received one of the defective units that never worked. ... "
" ... did not work at all, returned defective item ... "
" ... Product was defective. ... "
Drying
3dryer
+67%
-33%
" ... The fireplace needed a dry contact and the relay provided that. ... "
" ... We plugged a hair dryer into the remote controlled outlet and placed the blow dryer on the floor by the door. ... "
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