Aqara Smart Plug, REQUIRES AQARA HUB, Zigbee, with Energy Monitoring, Overload Protection, Scheduling and Voice Control, Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and Apple HomeKit Compatible

I wanted to use it to monitor a freezer to make sure it was on. I am not certain why, but it turned off and even though I had it set up to alert me if it was off, it did not alert me. So I am a bit concerned about the contents of the freezer.

This has changed my life. Lights are all in HomeKit now and come on a timer. It’s the little things in life that make you happy and this is one of them. Product looks great and was one of the easiest things I’ve ever set up (I didn’t install, but I did pair 6 switches to the hub).

Good. Easy to use

I really love all the Smart Home Products from Aqara, they work very with Apple HomeKit , and of course Google Home , and yes of course Alexa also.

Zigbee plugs are usually much more expensive than WiFi plugs (which can be Tasmotized), but Prime Day pricing made this more reasonable, and I needed an extra repeater to fill a weak spot in my mesh. This plug works, easily joined the network, and it reports wattage used.

In general I like aqaras IOT devices. I have a bunch of their motion sensors, door sensors, vibration sensors, temp sensors, and I would rate them at least 8 or 9/10. However, the false advertising is strong with this one. 1. This is clearly advertised as an energy monitor. I dont know if this function was just not implemented. The aqara app lists the voltage, amperage, and wattage as -. Its been 2 hr since Ive set the outlet up, it has not given me any real reading yet. 2. The energy monitor also ONLY exists in the aqara app. No where in homekit can this reading even exist. 3. The lag. When I said I liked aqaras other products, its because of the low latency. I open a door, the door sensor updates. I move around, my motion detector updates. This plug, which is connected to the same hub on the same network, lags by at least 5 minutes.

Easy to set up and fast response times

Works as expected.

I’ve never had any “no response” errors. Connects to the Aqara bridge, so using this instead of comparable alternatives saves on WiFi overcrowding. My only complaint is that this device, like most other plugs and switches, makes a loud click when activated or deactivated.

I use this to automate my washing machine (knowing when it is finished) and the power monitoring is consistent and reliable. Havent had any zigbee connection issues either despite being put behind the washer and dryer right next to a wall.