Some plugs also offer compatibility with whole-house systems through SmartThings and IFTTT. The bare minimum should be voice-control integration through Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit (Siri), or Google Assistant. This allows a plug to, for example, work with your Echo speaker or a motion sensor. Smart-home compatibility: Every smart plug offers some level of smart-home support for other smart platforms.We gave bonus points to outlets that offered additional customization, including scheduling individual days, Away/Vacation modes (which turn on randomly to mimic someone being home), and triggers, like sunrise and sunset or temperature. This means you can set it and forget it, so you donвЂ™t need to bark out commands or use the app. Scheduling: All smart outlets allow you to schedule devices to go on and off at specific times of the day or week.We also recommend the Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip (HS300), if space isnвЂ™t an issue and you want to be able to plug in and independently control and automate multiple devices. Whether youвЂ™re home or away, you can turn outlets on and off, have them trigger at set or random times, or have plugs turn other smart devices on and off (or vice versa). And even though theyвЂ™re both inexpensive, neither one sacrifices any features. We recommend the TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini (EP10) for inside the home and the TP-Link Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug (EP40) for outdoor use, since they both work really well on their own, as well as when paired with other devices through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. They can also be a crucial aid for those who have difficulty reaching light switches or turning inline rotary light switches.

Smart plugs can make your life a bit easier, not to mention more fun. Then set it up with an app, and-boom-youвЂ™re making magic. Just plug one into any standard electrical outlet, and add a lamp, fan, or other on/off device. Using a smart plug is the cheapest, easiest way to smarten up any electrical device.

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