Leviton 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breaker LB230-EST - Remote Control GFPE

In this review the Leviton 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breaker LB230-EST is evaluated for homeowners and electricians who want smarter, safer branch circuit protection. The bottom line: this breaker combines reliable ground fault protection with full remote ON/OFF control through the My Leviton app, making it a strong choice for whole-home retrofit projects where energy insight and remote control matter. It is best for installations already planned around a Leviton Load Center and a compatible Whole Home Energy Monitor.

Key Features

• Smart integration: Works with the My Leviton app so users can monitor and control circuits remotely for convenience and energy management.
• Remote control: Allows circuits to be turned ON or OFF from a phone, enabling quick responses to faults or simple scheduled control to save energy.
• GFPE protection: Provides ground fault protection of equipment for added safety on protected loads and circuits.
• Compatibility: Supports both 120/208 and 120/240 VAC installations, so it fits a wide range of residential and light commercial panels.
• Installation flexibility: Plug-on installation and a design that permits the Load Center to be wired at rough-in without breakers present simplifies panel work for electricians.
• System requirement: Requires a Leviton Whole Home Energy Monitor (LWHEM) to enable its full smart functionality, ensuring accurate energy data and control.

Who It's For

The LB230-EST is aimed at homeowners upgrading to a smart load center, electricians installing modern Leviton panels, and anyone who wants remote control plus ground fault protection on a 2-pole 30 A circuit. It is particularly useful when paired with other Leviton smart devices for whole-home visibility and scheduling.

Those who should look elsewhere include buyers who do not plan to use a Leviton Load Center or do not want to add a Whole Home Energy Monitor, since the breaker requires the LWHEM to operate as a smart device. For simple non-smart replacement breakers without remote control, traditional breakers remain cheaper and easier to swap in.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Built-in remote ON/OFF control via the My Leviton app adds convenience and energy scheduling options.
• Good customer feedback on quality and ease of installation makes it a practical choice for installers and DIY-savvy homeowners.
• Supports both common residential voltage configurations, increasing its applicability across panels.
• Protects equipment with ground fault protection, enhancing safety for sensitive loads.

Cons

• Requires the proprietary Leviton Load Center and a Whole Home Energy Monitor to access smart features, which adds system cost and limits cross-compatibility.
• As a proprietary smart breaker, it is less flexible if you later move to a different load center brand.

Specifications

Model	LB230-EST
Type	2-Pole Smart Circuit Breaker
Ampere rating	30 Amp
Voltage	120/240 VAC and 120/208 VAC
Interrupt rating	10kA
Protection	GFPE (Protection of Equipment)
Smart requirement	Requires Leviton Whole Home Energy Monitor (LWHEM)

Our Verdict

The Leviton 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breaker LB230-EST is a sensible buy for homeowners and pros who plan a Leviton Load Center install and want remote control plus equipment ground fault protection. It offers solid build quality and easy installation, and when combined with the LWHEM it delivers useful energy insight and scheduling, making it good value for smart panel projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this breaker work without other Leviton gear?
It will function as a breaker, but its smart features require a Leviton Load Center and the Whole Home Energy Monitor (LWHEM).

What voltages does it support?
The breaker supports both 120/240 VAC and 120/208 VAC applications for residential and light commercial panels.

Is installation difficult?
Customers report ease of installation and the breaker uses a plug-on design that simplifies panel wiring when used with a compatible Leviton Load Center.