Energy saver No subscription required There’s no denying that the TP-LINK Smart Plug Mini is one hell of a useful device. Not only does its slim, compact design stop you from taking up much space, it can monitor how much electricity and energy you’re consuming from particular devices, helping you save a lot of money in the process. For Apple users however, the lack of compatability with HomeKit may be off-putting. $29 at Walmart Pros Check real-time energy usage Compact design Use to save energy/electricity Can pair with Google Assistant Cons Not compatible with Homekit No app on Windows Unlike the TP-Link, Wemo is fully compatible with Apple’s HomeKit. It’s also very handy with automatically remembering your Wi-Fi information, meaning that no matter where you plug it, you won’t have to keep putting in the data. Apple users will steer more towards this device than the TP-Link. $28 at Amazon Pros Compatible with HomeKit Automatically remembers Wi-Fi network Sync with sunrise and sunset Turn appliances off from anywhere Cons Does not show energy consumption Wemo app lacks a lot of features Minimal security Both the TP-Link and Wemo are very well-made, functional smart plugs that’ll make your home life a lot easier. Both will help you with turning off different appliances such as lights, TVs, consoles, and much more. The two smart plugs also come with an app, meaning that yes, you’ll have to install something in order to use them, but apart from that, set up really is easy…. [Read full story]
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