You can get smart switches, they require wiring but they work as switches without smart system. I have Zigbee and ZWave and both have been reliable.

I primarily use the remote to turn on light switches from across the room. It only saves a couple of steps but the seconds add up. The big one is turning on porch light at night while standing on porch. I have turned off left on lights on way to airport. I have also set up routine to turn on lights in evening while I’m away.