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ConnectSense Smart Outlet
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iOS only
This can be a real deal-breaker if your significant other or other inhabitants of your house have Android products.
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Each outlet can be controlled independently
ConnectSense Smart Outlet has two outlets that can each be controlled and monitored independently.
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HomeKit-only
While many other smart switches have support for IFTTT's customizations or adaptability with WeMo's large product range, the ConnectSense Smart Outlet is only compatible with Apple's HomeKit which could limit compatibility with other brands if you choose to get more smart devices in your house down the road.
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Includes a USB charging port for charging phones
The USB charging port may have additional use in the future, however right now it can be used to charge phones or other devices such as smart watches, console controllers and more.
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No energy usage monitoring
While this feature is supposedly built into the hardware, the software isn't yet available to take advantage of this feature which is on nearly every other smart outlet.
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HomeKit enabled
HomeKit is Apple's Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem, with deep integration with Siri. As part of HomeKit, once properly setup you can have many devices in your house act to a single action. For example, saying "Hey Siri, go to bed" can trigger all your lights to turn off, your thermostat to turn down, and your doors to lock.
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Unreliable connection
The smart outlet will disconnect from the Wi-Fi every 1-3 days. While not a deal-breaker, this is certainly at least a mild inconvenience.
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Reliable connection, stays online when many other outlets do not
Outlets are only useful if you can use them, this one is solid.
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App's interface could be better
The interface of the app is more cluttered than it needs to be, which makes accessing the important functions and settings difficult.
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LEDs provide information at a glance
On the top left is a power indicator LED which indicates whether or not the plug is plugged into the wall and connected (if plugged in the light will be solid, if not connected the light will flash). There are also 2 LEDs in the clear strip on the right of the sockets. These indicate whether or not the sockets are active. This is handy, because if HomeKit turns the socket off you can easily tell without wondering if anything is broken. These lights can be turned off through the app, but can also serve as a dim nightlight if you leave them on.
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All other HomeKit products can be controlled via the ConnectSense app as well
Interoperability among products within the smart home.
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Can get very fancy when using in conjunction with HomeKit scenes
Scenes allow you to not only control one device, but multiple at the same time, this outlet plays great with HomeKit so you get control not just one thing, but multiple at the same time.
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Philips Hue tap switch
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Mount on the wall, or use as a mobile remote
There is a wall mount included which attaches with sticky strips. The switch itself twists off the mount, allowing you to take it with you to be used as a remote control if you so choose.
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Lots of force required to activate the switch
Because the kinetic energy from pressing the switch is used to power the switch itself, you really need to push the button hard in order to activate it, requiring much more force than regular switches.
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No batteries required - uses kinetic energy
This switch uses the kinetic energy from pressing the button to power itself. That means that it doesn't need to be plugged in, and you never have to worry about the batteries dying.
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Ugly mount
When mounted on the wall, the switch looks futuristic. However, once you remove the switch the mount itself is left exposed. It looks like a smoke detector mount, except instead of hiding away on the ceiling it's generally going to be exposed on a highly visible wall.
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4 configurable buttons
There are 4 buttons on the Tap - one large main one which covers the entire front, and then 3 smaller buttons for additional scenes which can be custom configured through the app. Together, this switch allows for control of 4 separate scenes.
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Hue Bridge required
The Hue tap switch isn't a stand-alone switch - you need a Hue Bridge in order for it to work.
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$49.99
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TP-LINK HS100
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Schedules and timers work well
You can configure this switch to turn on and off whenever you choose. Schedules are useful for waking up in the morning and going to bed, and timers help expand that functionality to single-time usage. You can fully automate anything plugged into this switch, even when on vacation half the world away. You can also enable 'away mode', which turns your lights on and off automatically simulating what it would look like if somebody were home. This deters burgles, as generally they try to break in when nobody is home.
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Bulky
Similar to the vast majority of all smart plugs, this one will block the outlet above it. You can place it on top of a regular wall receptacle, although then it sticks out visually more than if it were centered on the wall mount.
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Works with Amazon's Alexa
Alexa is Amazon's personal assistant, found in the Echo and Echo Dot. If you have either of these products, you (or your guests) can control this switch with nothing but your voice. Very cool as a party trick, but also useful in day-to-day life.
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Energy tracking costs extra
This specific device doesn't offer energy tracking, although a different model does. It costs $8 more, however it has the potential to save a lot more than that in electricity costs over its lifetime.
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$32
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iDevices Switch
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Doesn't block other outlets
Most other smart switches block other outlets, however because this one is designed to sit horizontally instead of vertically, it won't block any other outlets giving you full access.
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HomeKit only
The iDevices Switch doesn't support any other smart home systems. While not an issue if this is your first smart home product, it won't play well down the road if you purchase any Wink, WeMo, Nest, or other non-HomeKit devices.
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RGB nightlight adds some personalization
The bar on the front of the switch is actually a RGB light, which can be configured to any color, at varying brightness as well. It isn't the brightest, but because most plugs are near the floor it provides sufficient lighting for night-time use or can add to accent lighting for a more whole-room effect.
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iOS only
There is no Android or Windows Phone support. This could be a deal-breaker if other inhabitants of the house use an Android, Windows Phone, or BlackBerry OS device.
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HomeKit enabled
HomeKit is deeply integrated within the iOS ecosystem, including Siri. You can place multiple different devices into a single 'scene' and have them all activate with a singe voice action.
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On/off only - no dimming
This switch lacks the ability to dim lights plugged into it. Dimming is not only useful to control the brightness in the room, but can also act to save electricity.
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Useful companion app
The app is laid out simply, which makes using it a pleasure. It's layout is clearly designed to put the controls - the most important part of the app - front and center.
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Allows information which can lead to lower energy bills
While the energy reports aren't as detailed as other switches, they are still detailed enough to show where you can save some power costs. This is a useful feature, as it can save you money in the long-run and even pay itself off.
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$50
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GE Bluetooth Smart Switch
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Adjustable output for any situation
Through the app you can adjust the output of this switch. This will allow lamps and other lights to be dimmed, although not all small appliances will work well with less than normal power.
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Doesn't integrate with other smart home systems
Most other smart home systems utilize Wi-Fi. This device won't play well with any of those.
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Supports scheduling
You can schedule your lights to turn on and of when you please. It can also be set to turn lights on and off on a repeated timer when you are away on vacation to deter burgles.
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Bluetooth limits the range and situations in which the device can be used
Bluetooth has an effective range of about 20 feet, depending on variables. You won't be able to adjust this switch through the internet like you will with most of the other switches available today. If you left the lights on after you left for a vacation, you'll be much too far to turn them off.
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Single connection to your device
There isn't any Wi-Fi in this product to set up, meaning the setup process will be as easy as pairing a new Bluetooth speaker. Also, even while you are having internet troubles this switch will still work with your phone. Some users have even plugged their Wi-Fi router into this, turning it off when they are at work and sleeping.
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Can track energy usage
Tracking energy usage can help you determine where you can cut energy costs. The first step is recognizing where excess energy is being used, and the GE Smart Switch helps with this.
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Elgato Eve Energy
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Tracks energy spent, allowing for easy tracking
You can easily view how much energy the plugged in device is using (in watts), however the app doesn't show the costs of the power (you can figure this out yourself, but it would have been nice to be included).
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Blocks plugs beneath it
This plug is physically large, and will block sockets if placed in the top wall socket. If placed in the bottom socket, the other socket will be available however it will hang past where the socket ends providing an eyesore.
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HomeKit compatible
HomeKit is created by Apple, and uses Siri to control the smart devices connected with HomeKit. It also allows for grouping devices so that a single command can trigger different devices to do different things.
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Apple TV required for at-a-distance control
Without an Apple TV, you can only control devices locally using Bluetooth. This range is very limited. With an Apple TV however, you can control the device from anywhere you have access to Wi-Fi.
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Easy setup
Setup is as easy as downloading the Eve app, add the device, type in a code (or scan it automatically), and tell it where it is located (easier to control down the road).
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Schedule devices to turn on or off automatically
The Eve Energy supports a useful scheduling function. Once set up, the lights will turn themselves on and off automatically based on your preferences.
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Koogeek Smart Plug
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Easy to use scheduling
The scheduling feature is easy to use - select a time to turn on, and a time to turn off. You can repeat this schedule (called a 'rule' within the app) daily, or weekly. There is also a built-in timer, which can be useful when you only need the lights on for a few minutes during an irregular time.
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No Android support
Unfortunately, if anybody in your house uses an Android device, they won't be able to connect to the Koogeek smart plug.
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HomeKit compatible
HomeKit is created by Apple, and provides easy control through Siri. Devices can be grouped together, and multiple devices can be activated at once with a single action (if you set up the proper scenes).
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No third party ecosystem integration
Unfortunately, it seems this plug isn't compatible with WeMo, Nest, SmartThings, Wink, or other home automation ecosystems. This limits the devices that this switch can connect with in the future (or the present if you already have non-HomeKit devices).
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Well designed app
The app is designed to look sleek, and give quick access to commonly used actions. Finding a specific device can be a hassle if you have many HomeKit devices connected in the same room as the lists scroll vertically, but this won't be an issue for the vast majority of users.
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Energy measurement
This smart plug will show you energy stats, which can be used to help determine the best way to slash energy costs. It does this in real-time in the app, as well as over time through a graph.
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TP-Link Tapo P110
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Size
Not the most compact model.
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Energy Monitoring
Monitor real-time power consumption and energy spend via the Tapo App.
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Security
As most smart plugs, it makes use of a cloud service (which is probably hosted on a server in China).
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Blocked port
The port that was available on older models for users that controlled the plug using their own (Python) scripts on a local network seems to have been disabled, and it can not be enabled again. The Shelly Plus Plug might be a better option for local network usage.
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