Everything included.
SmartRemote comes ready to go. Every feature listed here is built into the device, no app store purchases required.
WhatsApp control
Trigger any switch by sending a WhatsApp message from anywhere in the world.
Telegram control
Use our Telegram bot as an alternative — same instant response, no WhatsApp needed.
Mobile app
One-tap control on-site via Bluetooth, even without internet.
Web dashboard
Full control and configuration from any browser — phone, tablet, or desktop.
SMS control
Trigger switches by text message — no data connection required, works on any phone.
Missed call control
Call and hang up to trigger a switch — no data, no typing, nothing to install.
Automatic scheduling
Set weekly on/off timetables per switch and let the device handle the rest.
Three switch modes
Quick trigger, on/off toggle, or scheduled — configure each switch independently.
Secure
Every control channel is secure — only authorised people can operate your property.
Power-cut resilient
Schedules and settings are stored on the device. Power cuts don't wipe your configuration.
Three independent switches
Each switch has its own name, mode and schedule — fully independent control.
Four ways to control your property
Whether you're 5 km or 5,000 km away, SmartRemote responds. Use whichever method fits your situation — or switch between them freely.
Send a message to your SmartRemote's WhatsApp number and your switch responds within seconds. No app to download, no account to create beyond what you already have. Works from any country, on any network — as long as you have mobile data or Wi-Fi.
- No app download required
- Works from any country
- Secure
- Instant confirmation reply
Example commands
plett
Opens the gate at Plett guesthouse
lights
Switches switch called lights on
lights two
Switches second switch on lights device
Telegram
Our Telegram bot gives you the same instant control as WhatsApp — useful if you prefer Telegram or don't have a WhatsApp account. Start a conversation with your SmartRemote bot, send a command, and your switch responds. Supports multiple authorised users on a single device.
- No WhatsApp account needed
- Supports multiple users
- Works from any country
- Instant confirmation reply
Example commands
plett
Opens the gate at Plett guesthouse
lights
Switches switch called lights on
lights two
Switches second switch on lights device
Mobile app
The SmartRemote app connects to your device directly over Bluetooth — no internet connection required. One tap triggers a switch. Ideal for everyday use when you're on the property: arriving home, opening the gate for a delivery, or checking on the irrigation.
- Works without internet on-site
- One-tap buttons per switch
- Bluetooth
- Available for iOS and Android
Mobile app
Web dashboard
Log in to your SmartRemote dashboard from any browser. Control all three switches manually, update schedules, change passwords, rename switches, and check device status — all from one screen. No app installation needed; works on any phone, tablet, or computer.
- Works from any browser, anywhere
- Full settings and configuration
- Schedule management per switch
- Manual override at any time
Web dashboard
SMS
Send a text message to the SmartRemote number and your switch responds within seconds — no data connection required. The same commands as WhatsApp, but works anywhere you have cellular signal. Useful when roaming, in poor-coverage areas, or as a reliable fallback.
- No data connection required
- Works from any phone
- Same commands as WhatsApp
- Authorised by cell number
Example commands
acmedevice
Triggers switch one — eg. opens the gate
acmedevice two
Triggers switch two — eg. outdoor lights
acmedevice three
Triggers switch three — eg. pool pump
Missed call
Call the SmartRemote number and hang up before it answers. The device sees your caller ID, confirms you're authorised, and triggers the assigned switch. No data needed, nothing to type — it's the simplest possible trigger for everyday use like opening the gate as you drive up.
- Zero data required
- Nothing to type — just call and hang up
- Works from any phone
- Optional voice confirmation
Missed call
Automatic scheduling — set it once, forget it.
Each of the three switches has its own weekly schedule. Set exactly when you want it on and off, down to the minute, and SmartRemote handles it automatically — day after day, without any input from you.
Schedules are stored directly on the device, not in the cloud. If your Wi-Fi goes down or the power cuts out, your schedules are still there when it comes back. No reconfiguration needed.
- Daily or day-of-week schedules per switch
- Set via the web dashboard — takes under a minute
- Survives power cuts and Wi-Fi outages
- Override manually at any time without losing the schedule
- Independent schedule per switch
Example weekly schedule
Outdoor lights switch off
Every day at 06:00
Outdoor lights switch on
Every day at 18:30
Irrigation runs for 30 min
Mon, Wed, Fri at 07:00
Security light comes on
Every night at 22:00
Security light switches off
Every day at 06:30
Each switch works the way it needs to
A gate doesn't behave like a light, and a light doesn't behave like a pump. SmartRemote lets you configure each switch independently with the right mode for what it controls.
Quick trigger
The relay closes for a brief moment — typically one second — then releases automatically. This is exactly how gate motors and garage doors work: they need a momentary contact, not a sustained one. All four control methods support quick trigger.
Good for:
- Gate motors
- Garage doors
- Doorbell triggers
- Momentary switches
On / Off toggle
The relay stays on until you tell it to switch off, and vice versa. Press once to turn on, press again to turn off. The state is remembered even through power cuts — so if your lights were on when the power went out, they'll come back on when it returns.
Good for:
- Outdoor and security lights
- Fans and ventilation
- Water pumps
- Pool equipment
Scheduled
The switch follows a timetable you set in the web dashboard. It turns on and off at the times you specify, every day or on selected days of the week. You can still override it manually at any time — a manual override doesn't delete the schedule, it just waits for the next scheduled event.
Good for:
- Garden and driveway lights
- Irrigation systems
- Borehole and pool pumps
- Security lighting
What can SmartRemote control?
If it has a switch, a relay, or a button — SmartRemote can control it. Here's what our customers most commonly connect.
Gate motors
Virtually all sliding and swing gate motors work with SmartRemote. Wire it in parallel with the existing pedestrian or vehicle button and it triggers exactly the same way.
- CENTURION D5 Evo
- CENTURION SPIRIT
- ET Systems
- Gemini
- Most other 12V/24V gate motors
Lights
Switch outdoor lights, driveway floods, security lights, or garden uplights on and off — remotely or on a schedule. Wire into the live feed of the light circuit.
- Outdoor floodlights
- Driveway lights
- Security lights
- Garden and feature lighting
- Porch and entrance lights
Pumps
Control borehole pumps, pool pumps, irrigation solenoids, and pressure systems. Schedule them on a weekly timetable or trigger them manually when needed.
- Borehole and water pumps
- Pool and spa pumps
- Irrigation solenoids
- Pressure booster pumps
Garage doors
Standard garage door motors use a momentary trigger — the same as a gate motor. SmartRemote's quick trigger mode is compatible with all major garage door brands.
- Merlin
- B&D
- Centurion Garage
- Most remote-controlled garage doors
Fans & ventilation
Run extractor fans, greenhouse ventilation, or server room cooling on a schedule or trigger them on demand — useful anywhere you need timed airflow.
- Extractor fans
- Greenhouse ventilation
- Industrial ventilation
- Cooling systems
Other switched loads
Anything that can be switched on and off via a relay can be connected — signage, electric fences, electric locks, and more. If in doubt, ask us.
- Electric fence energisers
- Electric door strikes
- Signage and lighting
- Custom switched loads
Secure, reliable, and independent
SmartRemote is designed for properties where reliability matters. No cloud outages, no subscription lapses, no single point of failure.
Secure
Every control channel — WhatsApp, Telegram, app, and web only allow authorised numbers you set to access them and you can change them at any time from the dashboard.
Power-cut resilient
Schedules and all settings are stored on the device itself, not in the cloud. A power cut doesn't wipe anything. When power returns, the device resumes exactly where it left off.
Works without cloud
SmartRemote doesn't rely on any external servers. Once set up, it operates entirely on your local network. Even if our website goes down, your device keeps working.
Multiple authorised users
Share access with family members, staff, or tenants by adding their number on the web app. Revoke access by changing removing them from the list of allowed users.
Automatic recovery
Schedules run entirely on the device — Wi-Fi is only needed to make changes. If the connection drops, the schedule keeps firing as normal and the device reconnects automatically when the network comes back.
No subscription required
There are no monthly fees, no cloud subscription, and no forced updates. You buy the device once and it works. Note that certain control channels — WhatsApp, SMS, and missed-call triggering — use a pay-as-you-go account, so a small balance is needed to keep those active. The web dashboard, Telegram and app have no additional cost.
Ready to take control?
Order your SmartRemote device and have everything you've read here working at your property — usually within the same day it arrives.