Leviton 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breaker with Remote Control - Smart GFCI

Our review looks at the Leviton 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breaker with Remote Control and finds it best suited for homeowners and electricians who want remote control, safety, and energy insight tied into a single system. The biggest reason to buy is the combination of remote ON/OFF control with ground-fault protection and app integration, which makes routine testing, scheduling, and monitoring simple compared with traditional breakers. It is a practical upgrade for smart load centers where whole-home visibility and scheduled control matter.

Key Features

• Remote Control: Allows the user to remotely turn the breaker ON or OFF through the Leviton system for convenience and safety when managing circuits.
• GFCI Protection: Built-in ground-fault circuit interrupter capability provides added safety for protected loads and wet-area circuits.
• Smart Integration: Works with the My Leviton app to deliver circuit-level energy data and scheduling for improved energy management.
• Plug-On Installation: Plug-on design and Leviton load center compatibility enable easier wiring at rough-in before breakers are installed.
• Whole Home Requirement: Designed to operate with a Whole Home Energy Monitor (LWHEM) so it contributes to whole-home energy monitoring and coordination.

Who It's For

This breaker is aimed at homeowners renovating electrical panels, electricians building smart load centers, and anyone who wants remote circuit control and energy monitoring tied to a single brand ecosystem. It fits installations that require 2-pole, 20 A protection and GFCI where 120/208 or 120/240 VAC circuits are present.

Those who should look elsewhere include people who need a breaker that works with other brands of load centers or who cannot install the required Whole Home Energy Monitor, since the breaker requires proprietary integration to enable smart features.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Remote ON/OFF control and scheduling provide real convenience for managing circuits without physical access to the panel.
• Integrated GFCI protection enhances safety for applicable branch circuits.
• App-based energy data gives useful insight into home consumption when paired with the whole-home monitor.
• Customers praise the build quality and report the breaker is straightforward to install.

Cons

• Requires the Leviton Whole Home Energy Monitor (LWHEM) to enable smart features, limiting cross-brand compatibility.
• Proprietary design means it is intended for Leviton load centers only, which may require panel replacement in some projects.

Specifications

Product type	2nd Gen Smart GFCI Branch Circuit Breaker
Poles	2-Pole
Current rating	20 Amp
Voltage	120/240-Volt and 120/208-Volt
Interrupt rating	10kA
Control	Remote ON/OFF via My Leviton app
Installation	Plug-On installation for Leviton Load Center

Our Verdict

The Leviton 2nd Gen Smart Circuit Breaker is a solid choice for anyone building or upgrading a Leviton smart load center who wants remote control and GFCI safety combined with energy monitoring. It delivers clear value when paired with the required Whole Home Energy Monitor, offering simpler installation at rough-in and useful app-based control, though it is not suitable if you need cross-vendor compatibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this breaker need additional hardware to work?
Yes. The breaker requires the Leviton Whole Home Energy Monitor (LWHEM) to enable the smart features and full energy monitoring.

What voltages does it support?
It supports both 120/240 VAC and 120/208 VAC applications for typical residential and similar systems.

Is it easy to install?
Customers report the design simplifies installation and that the plug-on installation and rough-in wiring approach reduce installation complexity.