cheapest interface for sockets/lights

[jase_31]

Hi,.

What is the cheapest interface for controlling sockets and light wirelessly from a pc. I guess that would be x10, as it as been around for ages, and there should be a load of compatable stuff from china, but prices seem very high.

Is some other system cheaper than X10

[bongowongo]

X10 is not wireless per se.
It works through powerline.

X10 is not that expensive, and there are better ones available s10/plcbus.
 
Wireless I would go for zwave.

[jase_31]

You are correct, X10 isnt wireless - but doesnt need a seperate network to be wired.

[totallymaxed]

You are correct, X10 isnt wireless - but doesnt need a seperate network to be wired.

True...but your mileage will vary in terms of reliability based on the quality & topology of your house wiring and the amount of 'noise' on it generated by ordinary household stuff like fridges etc.

Andrew

[JoakimL]

Most likelly a Tellstick with some cheap switches from Nexa, Waveman, etc will be the cheapest solution. The Tellstick interface costs 417 SEK in Sweden (€43 / $61). Three Nexa switches (wall warts) and a remote will cost you approx. 200 SEK. I would guess this is the by far cheapest way to start using power switches with LMCE.