If you’ll be regularly using smart plugs on your power strip, a better option might be to consider a smart power strip instead. The TP-Link Kasa Smart Power Strip allows you to individually control each device on the power strip, more details on this below. Typically, both the power strip and smart plug will have a 13amp rating, in that case, you should ensure a maximum of 2990W across all electrical devices plugged into the power strip. Grouping – Use Grouping to combine all 3 of your smart plugs on the power strip with other Kasa Smart devices for seamless control with one single tap on your smartphone.

The plug is really designed as an accessory to add lamps to your Wiz smart lighting setup – and the app has a circadian rhythm feature where you can set all your Wiz lights to help you relax or wakeup. But you can put anything you want into this compact smart plug and turn it on or off, set a schedule for it or create a scene. There’s also a vacation mode that will simulate presence for you. Surge Protection– Surge protection shields sensitive electronics and appliances from sudden power surges that can occur during thunderstorms. Push the button for 10 seconds to reset the device and start over, or for 5 seconds to put it in configuration mode and connect to a new network. Voice Control–Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant. Free up your hands by using voice commands to control plugged in devices.Note: If the LED does not blink orange and green, tap LED not blinking orange and green? for help or reset the plug as per its user guide.

Note: To use the Tapo Smart Plug with Alexa and Google Home Apps, you have to complete configuration steps for the Tapo Smart Plug via Tapo APP firstly. Yes, you can share your devices with your families or log into the Tapo APP with the same TP-Link ID to multiple phones. The Kasa app lets you set schedules to turn your device on or off based on time, sunrise or sunset. You can create a timer to have something run for a set length of time (handy for a space heater) or turn something on in a set amount of time (like your electric blanket just before you sit down for dinner).Yes, you can delete the Tapo app and use the Plug with Alexa only after configuring it using the app and associating it with Alexa. You won't be able to use all of the Smart Plug's features, though. Matter Certified–Integrate Matter-certified Tapo devices with other Matter end products into your preferred ecosystem. Away Mode– Automatically turns devices on and off at different times to give the appearance that someone is home. Tapo smart plug is a compact home device that turns your typical electrical wall outlet into a controllable, customizable, and multi-functional outlet, enabling you to easily control your lights and household electronic devices via the Tapo app, no matter where you find yourself. Tap the + button in the Tapo app and select Plugs under the Tapo brand. Then select your model. Here we take Tapo P110 (Wi-Fi version) as an example.

Speaking of HomeKit, Eve used to be the gold standard (and one of the few options) when it comes to the Apple smart home ecosystem, and while there’s more competition now, it’s still the best option if you want energy monitoring. We tested the Meross plug by hooking it up to a television and connecting it to all three voice assistants. We were able to turn the TV on and off with voice using Alexa, Google or Siri, which is very useful in our test household, where we’re eternally confused as to who controls what. The perils of life as a smart home tech reviewer. Press and hold the button on the controller for 5 seconds until blue and purple lights move along the Light Strip to exit Homekit mode first. Then you could follow the instructions in the Tapo App to set the light strip up with Tapo (Connect your phone to the default Wi-Fi of the light strip, then connect it to your home Wi-Fi, then set an alias and icon for the device to finish setup).

Control from Anywhere– The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip plus free Kasa Smart app allows you to remotely control connected devices through your mobile devices. The same formula used above is also applied here. If the lower amperage is 13A, do not exceed 2990W, if the lower amperage is 10A, do not exceed 2300A.

The big difference with an outdoor plug is that it should be outdoor rated - and this one is, but only up to IP44. This means you can't drop it in the pool (which hopefully you weren’t planning on) but it also won't hold up under a heavy downpour. It will handle temperature extremes though, from -10°C up to a balmy 40°C. It does not make a difference if the smart plug is connected before or after the extension lead so I would recommend you choose the location that is closest to your Wi-Fi router for maximum connectivity. Remote Control –Instantly turn connected devices on/off from wherever you are through the Tapo app.Pros: Inexpensive; wide compatibility; 5 smart outlets in one Cons: No energy monitoring; app needs work Yes, a smart plug will work in a power strip and is completely safe to do so as long as your devices across the power strip do not exceed the maximum capacity. Most smart plugs don’t have any built-in surge protection as this would make them even bulkier than they already are. For this reason, you may be considering using a smart plug with a surge protector, but is this safe? Open the app and use your TP-Link ID to log in. If you don’t have a TP-Link ID, tap Create a TP-Link ID to create one and the app will guide you through the rest. Set Schedules & Timers– Create schedules/timers to turn outlets on or off at specific times to improve convenience and efficiency, and cut down on power consumption.