Rithum Switch is a smart home control panel that integrates lighting, audio, and climate control into a single touchscreen interface, replacing traditional light switches without the need for rewiring. This solution enables users to easily adjust their home environment with intuitive controls, eliminating the complexity of multiple apps and devices.
Funding
$930K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
JFFounders
Product
Problem
Traditional light switches offer limited control over smart home devices, requiring users to juggle multiple apps and devices to manage lighting, audio, and climate. This fragmented approach complicates home automation and makes it difficult for all family members to easily adjust their environment.
Solution
Rithum Switch is a smart home control panel that consolidates lighting, audio, and climate control into a single, intuitive touchscreen interface. Designed as a direct replacement for standard UK and European light switches, it eliminates the need for complex rewiring or additional apps. The device connects via WiFi to existing smart home devices, enabling users to quickly set lighting scenes, adjust audio, and manage temperature settings. Rithum Switch simplifies home automation, providing a user-friendly control point accessible to everyone in the household.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes homeowners in the UK and Europe seeking a simplified, integrated smart home control solution, particularly those already invested in Philips Hue and Sonos ecosystems.
Features
- Direct replacement for UK/European single light switches, installs without rewiring
- Integrated touchscreen interface for controlling lighting, audio, and climate
- WiFi connectivity for communication with other smart home devices
- Pre-set lighting scenes for various moods and activities
- Compatibility with Philips Hue smart bulbs and Sonos audio systems
- Built-in temperature sensor for climate control, functioning as a thermostat
- Integration with third-party services via plugins, such as Tado and Homey
- HTTP API for integration with other systems
- Over-the-air (OTA) updates for new features and security patches