A smart home project can call for a central processor, a place to mount a control, plug-in outlet control, or a module for a compatible lock. These four choices are not interchangeable, even though two share the lowest listed price. Start with the role you need to fill, then narrow the choice by ecosystem, condition, and what is actually included.
Quick take
The Lutron HQP6-2 is the specialized choice for a HomeWorks QS setup. The Pico item is a wall plate mount, not a remote itself. TanTan's WP3 set addresses plug-in outlet control with app control, while Yale's module is intended for particular Yale Assure Lock and Lever models. In short, match the component to the part of the home you are updating rather than treating the four as alternatives for one task.
Listed-price comparison
| Listing | Listed price | Price bar | Project fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutron HQP6-2 HomeWorks Processor | USD 240.00 | HomeWorks QS processing | |
| Lutron Pico Wall Plate Mount | USD 10.99 | Mounting a Pico remote | |
| TanTan WP3 4PCS WiFi Plug | USD 10.99 | App-controlled outlets | |
| Yale Assure Z-Wave 3 Module | USD 99.99 | Adding Z-Wave to named Yale locks |
Decision matrix
- Building around Lutron HomeWorks QS: choose the Lutron HQP6-2 HomeWorks Processor for its stated Lutron QS, Clear Connect A, MI, and legacy compatibility.
- Giving a Pico remote a permanent location: choose the Lutron Pico Smart Remote Control Caséta Wireless Smart Dimmer Wall Plate Mount.
- Adding several plug-in control points: choose the TanTan Smart Socket 4PCS WiFi Plug With App Control WP3 Model 10A Max 120V.
- Upgrading a compatible Yale Assure lock or lever: choose the Yale Assure Z-Wave 3 (3rd Gen) Z-Wave Plus Network Module.
Product notes
Lutron HQP6-2 HomeWorks Processor
Choose the Lutron HQP6-2 HomeWorks Processor when the project specifically calls for a HomeWorks QS processor rather than an add-on at the wall, outlet, or lock. It is described as compatible with Lutron QS, Clear Connect A, MI, and legacy systems, and the unit includes connectors. The description also states that it was factory defaulted, has QS software version 15.9 loaded, and its network was reset to DHCP, which makes it a focused fit for a compatible Lutron automation setup. The trade-off is condition and scope: it is used, and USD 240.00 is the highest listed price in this group.
Lutron Pico Wall Plate Mount
For a Pico remote that needs a designated location, the Lutron Pico Smart Remote Control Caséta Wireless Smart Dimmer Wall Plate Mount is the straightforward accessory. The new white plastic mount is listed for remote control use and requires no wiring. Its description allows mounting with screws, double-sided tape, or a magnet, giving the installation location some flexibility. One wall plate mount is included. The essential limitation is clear: the Pico remote is not included, and neither is mounting hardware. It makes sense as a placement accessory for a Pico remote already in the home, not as the control itself.
TanTan WP3 4PCS WiFi Plug
The TanTan Smart Socket 4PCS WiFi Plug With App Control WP3 Model 10A Max 120V fits an outlet-control project where app control across multiple plugs is the goal. The title specifies four WiFi plugs with a 10A maximum at 120V, while the attributes identify app-controlled operation and a white plastic construction. This is the most directly outlet-focused choice among the four. Condition is the main compromise: it is open box, the box is described as damaged, and one socket is described as missing the plastic that goes on its prongs. That stated condition distinguishes it from the new Pico mount.
Yale Assure Z-Wave 3 Network Module
Select the Yale Assure Z-Wave 3 (3rd Gen) Z-Wave Plus Network Module when you have one of the named compatible Yale Assure Lock YRD256, YRD226, YRD216, YRL226, or YRL216 models. The black, open-box module is described as a Z-Wave 3 700 Series module and includes its original Yale Smart Module box. Its description also identifies a Z-Wave QR/DSK label for S2 SmartStart pairing. The constraint is narrow compatibility: this module is for the specified Yale lock and lever families, rather than a general-purpose smart-home component. It is an upgrade module, not a complete lock replacement.
Final recommendation by use case
For a central Lutron automation role, the Lutron HQP6-2 HomeWorks Processor is the relevant choice. For finishing a Pico control location, pick the Lutron Pico Wall Plate Mount and account for the separate remote. Choose the TanTan WP3 WiFi Plug set when outlet control is the priority and the stated open-box condition suits the project. For a compatible Yale Assure lock or lever that needs Z-Wave functionality, the Yale Assure Z-Wave 3 Network Module is the targeted option.
