Best Outdoor Smart Plugs for Lights and Decor
Five outdoor smart plugs compared by listed specs, with weather ratings, outlet counts, voice compatibility, and scheduling features. No hands-on testing.
Smart Plugs & Power Control
Smart plugs, in-wall smart outlets and smart power strips: load ratings, scheduling and compatibility.
Best Smart Power Strips with App and Voice Control
Compare five smart power strips with app and voice control based on listed specs. No hands-on testing. Check each listing for current prices and details.
Best Smart Plugs for Alexa and Google Home
These five smart plugs work with Alexa and Google Assistant. We compared their specs to help you choose the right one for your home.
Smart Outlet Installation: What to Know Before You Start
Compare in-wall smart outlets and plug-in smart plugs, learn electrical requirements, and know when to call an electrician for safe installation.
Using a Smart Power Strip in a Home Office
A smart power strip gives you individual outlet control, scheduling, and energy monitoring for your home office. This guide covers what to look for and what to avoid.
In-Wall Smart Outlets: Wiring Requirements and Code Questions
Before replacing an outlet with a smart outlet, check the neutral wire, box depth, GFCI needs, load rating, and local code. This guide covers what to verify and when to call an electrician.
Smart Power Strips: Individually Controlled Outlets and USB Ports
Smart power strips give you separate control over each outlet, always-on outlets, USB charging, surge protection and sometimes energy monitoring. This guide explains the features and the safety rules that matter.
Smart Plug Setup and Compatibility with Voice Assistants and Apps
A plain-English guide to setting up a smart plug with voice assistants and apps, including compatibility, Wi-Fi band, linking accounts, naming devices, schedules, and common problems.
What Smart Plugs Can (and Cannot) Do
Learn what smart plugs can and cannot do. Control lamps, fans, and holiday lights remotely. Avoid space heaters. Understand load ratings, energy monitoring, outdoor plugs, and Matter compatibility.
Smart Plugs & Power Control: Device Guide
If you are new to smart home power control, start with the overview of what smart plugs can do. For those ready to install, check the wiring requirements for in-wall smart outlets.
Explore smart power strips with individually controlled outlets or visit the Smart Plug Compatibility & Setup subcategory for detailed guidance.