Pricing
Product cost + Motorization cost + Remote/Charger/Accessory cost
Per piece of fabric moving up and down = One motor and one channel on a remote
For Opera/Perfect/Double-Shade = 1 Motor (Front Fabric), 1 Motor (Back Fabric), 2 Channels on a remote
MaxxMotor
In-house motorization brand
Extremely competitive price point
5 year warranty
Works with home automation or phone apps via MaxxLink
Somfy
High-end brand name in motors
Third party company
Higher price point
Offer specialized options for unique applications
MaxxMotor - Solo A1 (Rechargeable)
Controlled via wand at the side of the shade
Must walk up to the product to control it
Rechargeable Battery (charges via USB charger)
MaxxMotor - Cool Motion (Rechargeable)
Controlled via remote or wall switch
Rechargeable Battery (charges via USB charger)
MaxxMotor - Domlux (Low Voltage 24V)
Controlled via remote or wall switch
Must be connected to electrical outlet via transformer or hardwired via Distribution Panel/Table-top Transformer
MaxxMotor - HWM (High Voltage 110V)
Controlled via remote or wall switch
Must be connected to electrical outlet via Nema-Plug or directly hardwired via electrician
Limited selection of products/cassettes/valances due to motors being larger
Licensed Electrician must be consulted before installation
1N vs 2N vs 3N Motors
N means "Strength" rating of motor
OE Motors
Meant/Rated for outdoor use
MaxxLink (Wifi Hub)
Connected via Wifi (Internet)
Works with Home Automation (Google/Alexa/Control4)
Products can be controlled from anywhere in the world with an internet connection
Works on all motors that have remote controls
Bluetooth
Allows for control of products with a phone or tablet app
Connected via Bluetooth (Same as a car or wireless speaker)
Does not work with Home Automation (Google/Alexa/Control4)
Must be inside your house to control products
Products will be clearly listed as "Built-In Bluetooth"