IKEA E1744 vs Philips RWL021
Side-by-side Zigbee platform compatibility for two remotes — see exactly what each one works with.
Platform support compared
| Platform | IKEA E1744 | Philips RWL021 |
|---|---|---|
| ZHA (Home Assistant) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zigbee2MQTT | ✓ | ✓ |
| deCONZ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zigbee2Tasmota | ✓ | ✓ |
| ioBroker | ✓ | ✗ |
| Zigbee for Domoticz | ✗ | ✓ |
| iHost | ✗ | ✗ |
Both the IKEA E1744 and the Philips RWL021 work with 5 platforms. They share ZHA (Home Assistant), Zigbee2MQTT, deCONZ, Zigbee2Tasmota. Only the IKEA E1744 adds ioBroker. Only the Philips RWL021 adds Zigbee for Domoticz.
Recommended Zigbee coordinators
Either device needs a Zigbee coordinator to join your network. These are the ones we'd buy:
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the IKEA E1744 and the Philips RWL021?
Both the IKEA E1744 and the Philips RWL021 work with 5 platforms. They share ZHA (Home Assistant), Zigbee2MQTT, deCONZ, Zigbee2Tasmota. Only the IKEA E1744 adds ioBroker. Only the Philips RWL021 adds Zigbee for Domoticz. Both are Zigbee remotes, so the practical difference for most people comes down to which smart-home platform they each support.
Can I use the IKEA E1744 and the Philips RWL021 on the same hub?
Yes. Both are supported by ZHA (Home Assistant), Zigbee2MQTT, deCONZ, Zigbee2Tasmota, so you can run them side by side on the same Zigbee coordinator and bridge.
Does the IKEA E1744 work with Home Assistant?
Yes — the IKEA E1744 works in Home Assistant via the ZHA integration.
Does the Philips RWL021 work with Home Assistant?
Yes — the Philips RWL021 works in Home Assistant via the ZHA integration.