With a smart plug, you get the convenience of the smart home without expensive equipment or potentially prying eyes. (We like smart bulbs for this reason too). Appliances like TVs and lamps can go from mindless to smart as soon as you install an app. We’ve tested dozens of smart plugs over the years, and these are our favorites (along with models we dislike).
Be sure to check out our other smart-home buying guides, including Best Smart Bulbs, Best Security Cameras, Best Smart Speakers, and Best Smart Displays.
Updated July 2023: We’ve added the Meross MSS110 and Roku’s Indoor Smart Plug SE.
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