Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug, Smart Home Wi-Fi Outlet with 2 Sockets, IP64 Weather Resistance, Compatible with Alexa, Google Home & IFTTT, No Hub Required, ETL Certified(EP40), Black

Have had several of these ….they work great, easy setup and reliable.

I product this recently to automate my outdoor lights. This smart plug is Matter compatible, which is why I chose this verses the other Kasa Smart plug with HomeKit support. Works seemlessly with KASA app. Setup was very easy. I also have this device added to Apple Home, setup was easy with that as well. The issue I have with this is it keeps disconnecting from Apple Home randomly. And the only way to recover from this is to remove the device and re-add. Device can still be controlled from the KASA app during this. This is a little bit annoying to keep removing and re-adding to Apple Home where all my automations are.I have reached out to TPlink support for this issue. With a few emails back and forth, it was concluded that I should update to the new firmware for the EP40M device. Not sure about the version# of this new firmware, because I already have v1.0.2. Waiting for a response from the support team on the specifics. Will update here once I hear back. Btw, the TPlink support was very prompt in responding to my issue.

Got this for the Xmas lights outside. As a Wyze user, I got a little fed up with their products glitching and incessant advertising. So decided to try Kasa. I’ve been very happy. It was a breeze to get online, no firmware updates, no constant app updates, no connectivity problems. It worked flawlessly. Come this spring, we’ll probably put up a string of lights around the patio and use this to control the lights. Pretty simple to use and at a great price.

The Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug is a sturdy, reliable device that works when you need it to and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg.PROSWorks with Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, and IFTTTEasy to set up with intuitive mobile appAffordably priced for two-outlet deviceCONSNo support for Siri or HomeKitNo power usage reportingShould you buy it?Yes. The TP-Link Outdoor Smart Plug is sturdy as heck, easy to set up, and offers two smart plugs in one device, and honestly, that’s all you need out of a product like this. It gets the job done reliably and I didn’t want to throw my phone through a wall while trying to get it to respond to Alexa and Google Assistant. For only twenty bucks, this is a solid deal, particularly given that comparable options are often in the “much more than $20” range.

I bought this to replace a mechanical timer that controlled holiday lights. It works well and can control two outlets independently. That’s a great feature. The Kasa app is easy to use (for iOS, at least). If I can remember what I name things, you can control it with Alexa, which is nice.The only quirk is that power went out during the night once and when it came back, they defaulted to “On” rather that what the schedule would suggest they be. However, noticed this on the house camera and it was easy to turn them off with my phone.

Update (12/11/23): Found there is a newer version of the single wall plug, which offers energy monitoring capability. The newer model is KP115, released in Oct 2020; whereas the older model is HS103P2, released in March 2018. The newer plugs are more expensive, but I would pay the extra cost for the energy monitoring feature if needed.Related Products:Kasa Smart Plug Mini with Energy Monitoring, (KP115), ~ $224.4 out of 5 stars 14,686 ratings | 211 answered questionshttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08LN3C7WKSummary: I am reviewing two similar Kasa (TP-Link) smart plugs with this review. One of the two white single plugs was DOA (dead on arrival), so I took the opportunity to open it up and inspect the internals. The 2-plug outdoor one worked fine.Initial Problem: The issue with one of them was the relay would click, but plug would not pass power. This occurred with both the physical power switch, and through the app; so the control circuit was ok, but the power circuit was defective.Observations (construction): Like most modern manufactured items, this one is a snap together setup, and once I figured out where the tabs were, disassembly was fairly straight forward (I will not be providing a step by step on how to open them). The construction is decent. The relay is a 200V and 16A version, and should be able to pass full power (1875W for a 15A circuit). However, I would not push the power limit as fire could ensue.Software Setup: After downloading the app (iPhone), setup was straight forward. It appears to only connect to a 2.4Ghz Wi-Fi network; however, with my phone on the 5GHz network, I was still able to control the device. Generally 2.4GHz has better range, and 5GHz has better bandwidth, so 2.4Ghz is the appropriate band for this device (and most IoT devices). Upon completion of setup, the app offered to update the firmware (which completed in less than 5 minutes). Setup was the same for both (the outdoor didn’t need a firmware update).Pros: simple setup; firmware updates.Cons: 1 of 2 DOA.Conclusion: At $13 for two, rating this 3-stars (-2 for the DOA, otherwise this would have been 5-stars). I also ordered a two-outlet Outdoor plug (listed below), which I am rating 5-stars.Related Products:Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug, ~ $164.6 out of 5 stars 13,373 ratingshttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B091FXH2FRKasa Outdoor Smart Plug, 2 Sockets, IP64 Weather Resistance, ~ $164.6 out of 5 stars 13,373 ratingshttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B091FXH2FR

Bought a few of these a while ago but just hooked them up for outdoor Xmas lights. Easy to install and app is easy to set timer or schedule. Works great and feels like it’s made of good quality materials. Happy purchase.

Kasa’s smart home products are among the best in the industry. It is evident that a lot of time and effort is pit in to the design, development and testing of their products, as well as the Kasa app (note: we are using the iOS version of their app). It is utterly offensive when you purchase an amazing product and find that the company has put little-to-no effort in to their app. I’m happy to report that the Kasa developers have not let anyone down in this regard.Each of the Kasa products we own has been reliable and have never once failed us, and we’ve had several outlets in our home for ~12 years now. They are easy to setup and configure. They always (and I mean always!) stay online, and they reconnect after power outages without having to reset everything. They also integrate well with the most common home assistants like Alexa, Google, and IFTTT. Having the ability to group them in to categories and/or rooms allows you to synchronize the behavior of multiple devices. After the initial setup we used the included wire holders and screws (they also provide a wall anchor in each package for stone/concrete) to mount them under the waterproof receptacles in a downward-facing orientation (** Important: you MUST keep the sockets facing down to keep everything waterproof **). We have both of the outlets configured in a “Holiday Lighting” group, along with several other interior Kasa smart outlets. They’re scheduled to go on at sundown and off when we go to bed at night. They behave exactly as expected.Perhaps the only complaint we have has to do with the plug head. It is vertically oriented, which is the normal/expected configuration. However, if your receptacle is horizontally oriented it can be difficult to plug the socket in and close the cover on your [in-use] waterproof receptacle cover. This ended up being a minor issue for us, but we ended up making it work. Only we had to sacrifice access to the second outlet on the receptacle to do so. If Kasa made this with a rotating plug head you could orient it horizontally or vertically and avoid this altogether.

I have used many WiFi lights and Kasa continuously works every time with ease! I stopped putting up Xmas lights to write this review. I pulled out the plug from last year, plugged it in and immediately it worked on the app. That would never happen with any other WiFi device!

I have 7 KASA cameras, 4 smart switches, 4 indoor outlets, and 2 outdoor outlets, a total 17 “smart” items.I had a problem with the 4 smart switches (a momentary drop in power would deactivate them requiring an easy “reset” that could not be done from a remote location. I complained to customer support, and a firmware update corrected the problem. Customer support is very responsive. I highly recommend their products.

I have a single outlet version of this plug that I used through the spring and summer for string lights in my backyard. The setup is foolproof, and I have no issues with it. So I decided to buy this two-socket version to use for my Christmas lights in the winter. It’s great except for one annoying quirk.Although I do like that you CAN schedule the two sockets independently of each other if you choose, for the life of me, I have no idea why there is no way to add a schedule to the group! There should at least be the option. You can group the two sockets in the app, and there is the functionality to manually turn the group on and off. But there is no functionality to add a schedule to the group, which is the whole reason I got this plug. If you want both sockets to operate on the same schedule (which I do), you need to schedule each socket independently. Not the end of the world, but it is annoying enough to take off one star. Doesn’t seem like something that would be too hard to program into the app’s software, and yet, that functionality doesn’t exist.Other than that, these smart plugs are great.

It took a bit to figure out the setup. Took me going to support and chatting with Nico to figure out what I was doing wrong. He was able to point out the specific step I was missing in order to connect my smart plug. He was quick and efficient and was able to connect within seconds of his instruction. Just started using the plug tonight so no comment on that yet but support from Nico was awesome.

I bought these for my Xmas decorations, but used them already for some outdoor lighting.Was easy to add the product to the Kasa app where I have existing smart bulbs and plugs. It’s great that you can control the individual outlets independently. Once setup, there was no issues with them connecting to my WiFi and the scheduling feature will be great for the holiday decorations…….Kasa is great.

Works flawlessly if you have a good Internet connection. Set it up once and forget about your decorations for a month. I configured the smart plug and our decorations are the only ones in the community that turn on and shine early in the morning making everyone smile. The plug turns them off in the night and turns them on in the morning. Two sockets let you adjust the settings separately. Great product!

I bought this specifically to use for my outdoor Christmas light setup so I could set a schedule for them and control it from my phone using their app. I’ve always been happy with the products I’ve received from this company. It’s super easy to set up and really handy for convenience!!

Easy to set up and add to Home on iPhone, works every time, even after long periods without use or internet disruption. I tried a more popular brand previously that lost connection to WiFi regularly, defeating the purpose of a smart plug. This one works great, and at a competitive price.

I got 2 tell you. my house is a wyze environment, but now their power plugs are failing and getting disconnected from the wifiNow all my smart power plugs are with KASA they NEVER lose the WiFi signal11/23/2023I am buying more Kasa plugs as I type this. the wyze power plugs just failed on me

UPDATE 12/1/2023:Added 2 more starts to 4 star review. After multiple attempts on my own, I gave in a just figured it was not Alexa compatible (you can read how that went below). However, with no action on my part, when I pulled the Alexa App two weeks later, it was there. I can now add my Christmas lights to a “Routine” in the Alexa App.Still keeping one star in my pocket due to initial frustration.———————————–This thing works really great. Is exactly what the manufacturer says it is and does what is expected.My beef…and it’s a big one… was that connecting to Alexa was a big selling point but it does not connect. I have 33 devices for my home and use Alexa as a hub for control. The reason I bought the Kasa was for the advertised Alexa integration.The TP-Link website was no help as well as TP-Link themselves. Disappointing. Still thinking about returning. Just feel taken since it is not as advertised.

Ugh I can’t explain how much I love this thing! Extremely easy to install. You just connect it to your wifi and plug in. You can turn it on and off using your phone or set up a schedule (which is what I do). I no longer have to worry about unplugging the holiday lights outside late at night anymore. Highly recommend

Fabulous! It saves me from formerly-frequent waterfall pump replacements that have been courtesy of marauding raccoons at night. It’s set to shut off at dusk. In the morning, I turn on while watching it from indoors to be sure it’s functioning properly.