Best Smart Plugs Buying Guide: Welcome to Technika’s round-up of the top Smart Plugs you can buy in 2018. This buying guide is the result of many days of research, reading thousands of user reviews, crowdsourced opinions and owner ratings, our personal experience, and more. See our top picks from brands like TP-Link and Wemo.
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TP-Link Smart Plug HS100, No Hub Required, Wi-Fi, Control your Devices from Anywhere (Works with Alexa and Google Assistant)
- Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
- CONTROL FROM ANYWHERE - Turn electronics on or off from anywhere with your smartphone using the Kasa app (Compatible w/ Android & iOS)
- VOICE CONTROL - Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Microsoft Cortana supported devices for a hands-free experience
- FLEXIBLE CONTROL - UL certified to switch up to 15A, for flexible control of a wide range of plug-in devices.
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TP-Link Smart Plug Mini HS105 KIT(2-Pack), No Hub Required, Wi-Fi, Control your Devices from Anywhere, Occupies Only One Socket (Works with Alexa and Google Assistant)
- Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
- CONTROL FROM ANYWHERE - Turn electronics on or off from anywhere with your smartphone using the Kasa app (Compatible w/ Android & iOS)
- VOICE CONTROL - Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Microsoft Cortana supported devices for a hands-free experience
- COMPACT DESIGN - Won't block the other wall outlet allowing two Smart Plugs to be installed side-by-side.
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Wemo Mini Smart Plug, Wi-Fi Enabled (Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant)
- Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
- Control from anywhere. Plug in a Wemo Mini Smart Plug, download the free app, and control your lights and appliances from your phone and your voice through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Only needs Wi-Fi. No hub or subscription required.
- Compact size. Wemo Mini features a sleek new form-factor that allows you to stack two Mini Smart Plugs in the same outlet.
- Schedule automatically. Never come home to a dark house. Schedule the fan to turn on before you arrive. Sync lamps and devices to sunrise, sunset, or pre-set times automatically.
Wemo Insight Smart Plug, Wi-Fi Enabled, Control Your Lights, Appliances and Manage Energy Costs From Your Phone (Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant)
- Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
- Control from anywhere. Plug in a Wemo Insight Smart Plug, download the Wemo app, and control your lights and appliances right from your phone and even your voice through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. No hub or subscription required.
- Works with Voice. Wemo pairs with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant so you can control your home with the power of your voice.
- Monitor Energy Costs right from your phone or tablet. This Smart Plug provides real-time reports on how much energy your devices are consuming. Use the Smart Plug to monitor how much a space heater is costing you, or how much energy a particular room consumes.
Bestsellers in Home Automation Devices on Amazon
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Wemo Mini Smart Plug, Wi-Fi Enabled, Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
- Control from anywhere. Plug in a Wemo Mini Smart Plug, download the free app, and control your lights and appliances from your phone and your voice through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Only needs Wi-Fi. No hub or subscription required.
- Compact size. Wemo Mini features a sleek new form-factor that allows you to stack two Mini Smart Plugs in the same outlet.
- Schedule automatically. Never come home to a dark house. Schedule the fan to turn on before you arrive. Sync lamps and devices to sunrise, sunset, or pre-set times automatically.
SaleBest Seller No. 2
Mini Smart Plug Outlet Compatible with Amazon Alexa Google Home IFTTT,no Hub Required,ETL and FCC listed Wifi enabled Remote Control Smart Socket by Gosund
- All Within Reach: Control your electrical items via your phone whenever and wherever you are after downloading the FREE APP(small space)as long as there is a network.Ideal for someone who can not move around very well and needs easy access to turn on/off a device.
- Smart and Easier Life:By setting schedules and timers for the A/C units,you can prepare a crockpot meal and get home with dinner's ready, turn off your nightstand light after sleeping.
- Forget to shut things down? Forget to turn on/off the washer/dryer? Worry about overcharging? Want to give the appearance of someone is home? Gosund Smart Plug can help you control your home appliances,eliminate wasteful standby power and reduce energy use,save on your electric bills and extend product life.
- Compatible with Amazon Alexa / Google Home / IFTTT; Compatible with Android 4.4. above & iOS 8 above; Does not work with SmartThing, Homekit. Only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network.
Best Seller No. 3
Philips Hue Smart Hub (Works with Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant)
- Add up to 50 Philips Hue lights of your choice with this ZigBee-controlled hub necessary for voice control with Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Assistant.
- The heart of your Philips Hue system, this hub also enables you to control all of your Philips Hue products via the Philips Hue app, even when you're away from home.
- Enhance your Philips Hue system by setting timers and alarms, connecting to a variety of apps, dimming the lights and more (cannot be used with conventional dimmers).
- Easily expand your lighting system with accessories (sold separately), such as a Hue Dimmer Switch, Hue Tap, or Hue Motion Sensor. Pair it for automation with your existing Nest or SmartThings system.Control your lights by connecting the Hue Hub to your router with the included ethernet network cable. This box also includes one Philips Hue Hub, power adapter, manual, and two-year warranty.
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Wemo Light Switch, Wi-Fi enabled, Works with Alexa and Google Assistant
- Works with Alexa for voice control (Alexa device sold separately).
- Wemo Light Switch seamlessly replaces your old wall light switch. Control you lights from Wemo Light Switch on the wall, the Wemo app, and even your voice with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.
- Set schedules and timers. Set porch light to turn on at sunset. Schedule ceiling fans to turn before you arrive home. Sync on and off times to sunrise and sunset, and more.
- Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Pair Wemo Light Switch with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant built-in devices like Google Home to turn your lights on or off with just the power of your voice.
SaleBest Seller No. 5
Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 60W Equivalent LED Smart Bulb Starter Kit (4 A19 Bulbs and 1 Hub Compatible with Amazon Alexa Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant)
- Works with Alexa for voice control (hub required and included, Alexa device sold separately).
- Choose from 16 million colors and shades of white to turn your everyday lighting into an extraordinary experience. Control remotely with your smartphone or tablet, create custom scenes and unleash your creativity.
- Voice control: Control your Philips Hue lights with your voice using Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Assistant. Pair it for home automation with your existing Nest or Samsung SmartThings system.
- Lifetime: 25000 hours. To install, simply screw in the smart bulbs into your desired light location, download the Hue mobile app and pair your Hue Hub. Control smart-bulb-equipped lamps and overhead lights via the Philips Hue App. Ideal for your favorite ceiling fan lights, floor lamps, table lamps, pendant lights, and more throughout your home.
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