Once you've decided to motorize a window, the biggest ongoing cost, install headache, and smart-home limitation isn't the motor — it's how you power it. Blinds Concept private-label motorized shades ship in two power configurations: rechargeable lithium battery and low-voltage hardwired . This guide walks through when each wins.
A common misconception: hardwired shades are more "smart-home friendly." Not true. Both battery and hardwired Blinds Concept motorized shades pair with the same optional Wi-Fi hub and work with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit voice commands and scheduling. The power source only affects install and maintenance — not the app experience.
Enter your window dimensions on any motorized blinds product page and pick your power source at the "Control" step. Free shipping across Canada and the USA, 10–15 business day lead time.
Blinds Concept private-label lithium battery wands typically last 6–12 months per charge with 2–4 daily open/close cycles. Larger shades and heavier fabrics discharge faster.
Yes. Hardwired 12V or 24V DC motors need low-voltage wiring pulled to each window before drywall closes in. Best specified during new builds or major renovations.
Yes — a small solar panel mounts inside the window frame and trickle-charges the battery indefinitely. Ideal for skylights and hard-to-reach openings.
No. Both use the same brushless DC motors and run at roughly 38–44 dB — quieter than a normal conversation. Power source has no impact on motor noise.
Battery is cheaper upfront ($100–$250 per window). Hardwired costs more to install ($200–$400 per window plus electrical) but has zero recharge maintenance and a longer motor lifespan.