This $20 Home Gadget Is Changing Lives—Here’s Why You Absolutely Can’t Miss Out!
Ever feel like your home is smarter than you? I mean, when I first hooked up a smart plug, I half expected it to start making me coffee or remind me to hit the gym — but nope, just controlled my lamps. Still, diving into the world of smart plugs can turn any house into a high-tech haven. Whether you’re all about Alexa’s seamless command or prefer the versatility of Google and Samsung’s ecosystems, there’s a smart plug out there that fits your rhythm — and maybe even your budget. Let’s break down the best ones that won’t have you scratching your head or emptying your wallet before you really get started. Ready to make your appliances part of the digital squad?
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Pros
- Easy setup
- Lets you control all your appliances with your Alexa
Cons
- Only works with Alexa
This is a great smart plug to start with. If you already have an Amazon Echo or even just a Prime account, it makes onboarding easy, and there’s only one app you have to keep track of. The price is a little steep at $25 for just one plug, but you can save when buying in bulk, with $40 for a pack of two. The downside is if you prefer to use Google’s or Samsung’s or Apple’s smart things interfaces, you will have to look elsewhere.
Pros
- Small, compact plug
- Works with Alexa, Google, and Samsung apps
Cons
- Doesn’t support Matter or Apple HomeKit
Kasa makes super-affordable smart plugs that work with Alexa, as well as both the Samsung Smart Things and Google Home apps. Use whichever you’re familiar with to set up and control your smart-plug appliances. It’s definitely a step in the right direction if you’re looking for something compatible with more smart-home standards.
Pros
- Works with all major smart-home platforms and assistants
- Smart devices will work if Internet is down
Cons
- Setup not as straightforward as with the Amazon one
There’s one more thing that needs explaining: Matter. Basically, Matter-enabled plugs will allow all your smart devices to talk to one another in “the same language.” Instead of being tied to one ecosystem, Matter lets you use the voice assistant or platform you prefer to control it and even allows you to use different assistants interchangeably. Getting set up with Matter on your app of choice is more time-consuming than using the Alexa plug, but that time investment is worth it in the long run.
These TP smart plugs are small and Matter supported. Plus, you can get three of these for the price of one of the Alexa-only ones.
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