A smart plug is essentially a plug, but with smart technology that opens up a range of features and functions. Just plug in a device and you can switch it off and on with an app on your phone or ...

Out of the dozens of smart home gadgets I've tested in 2025, a few stuck around: Here's why I'm still using them.

How much energy a smart plug uses in standby will vary from one model to the next, but the average consumption hovers around 1 watt of power when they're not in use, which adds up to roughly 8.76 ...

Anything you plug into the smart plug can be turned on or off via Alexa, whether that’s through the Alexa app or voice control with an Alexa device. Picture this.

These smart plugs are compatible with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can easily integrate them if you already have a burgeoning smart home of either ecosystem. Use voice commands ...

Key features Timers and schedules are among the biggest selling points, but you might be surprised to see some models with only one of these functions – or neither. Energy monitoring is another key ...

How much energy a smart plug uses in standby will vary from one model to the next, but the average consumption hovers around 1 watt of power when they're not in use, which adds up to roughly 8.76 ...